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Michael Poortinga of Alpha

Michael Poortinga Joins the Alpha® Team

May 31, 2024

Alpha Professional Tools® is pleased to announce that we have hired Michael Poortinga to represent us in the Midwest territory effective May 6, 2024. He will serve Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming. 


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SW 2024 SFA Italy tour group with bus drive, Luigi in the center.

The Stone Fabricator’s Alliance’s Road Trip of a Lifetime

For more than a decade, the Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) has brought a select group of member fabricators to Italy to experience local history, culture, cuisine, and most importantly, opening their eyes to Italian technology and the stone industry
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
May 31, 2024

Highlights from the 2024 Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) Italy Tour.


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SFA Workshop group photo

Cutting Edge Countertops to Host SFA Workshop

May 30, 2024

A Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) Workshop is scheduled for June 6 to 7, 2024 at Cutting Edge Countertops facility in Perrysburg, OH.


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mapei with marco and mario andretti

Marco Andretti Provides Exciting Performance at the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500

May 30, 2024

MAPEI Corporation applauds Marco Andretti’s thrilling performance in the No. 98 MAPEI / CURB Honda at the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500. While Marco did not secure the victory, he delivered an exhilarating race that showcased his skill and determination on the track. 


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Rocamador Rubio

Industry Spotlight: Rocamador Rubio

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
May 30, 2024

Rocamador Rubio, director of the department of ceramic tile, natural stone, building materials and furnishings for the Trade Commission of Spain in Miami, FL, shares insight into the efforts made to promote Spanish tile to the U.S. market.


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ntca june workshops

NTCA Empowers Tile Installers with 14 Workshops and Six Regional Trainings in June

May 29, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is proud to announce its June tour across 10 states, delivering an extensive lineup of standards-based educational workshops and regional trainings to industry professionals. With a total of 14 free workshops and six free regional trainings, this initiative marks a significant expansion compared to the offerings provided in 2023.


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SW 2022 Stone Column V1
Column | Jennifer Richinelli

Stone Column: Industry Connections

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
May 28, 2024

If you would like us to cover a certain topic, call, email or grab us if you see us walking by at a trade show or other industry event. We will always be happy to hear from you.



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Indianapolis 500 with Andretti and Mapei

MAPEI Corporation Extends Best Wishes to Marco Andretti for the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500

May 24, 2024
Florida 2024 Stone Industry Education Event

Stone Industry Education Event Set for Denver

May 24, 2024

Architectural Surfaces is slated to host the Stone Industry Education event at its Denver, CO, facility on Thursday, June 6, 2024.


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Nemo Tile + Stone Website

Nemo Tile + Stone Enriches Web User’s Experience

May 23, 2024

Nemo Tile + Stone recently launched a redesigned website complete with a photo gallery of extensive project work and inspirational designs, a download area offering a range of resources, an added overstock feature and newly designed collection and product pages.


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