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The Marmomac International Pavilion at TISE 2019

The Marmomac International Pavilion at TISE 2019

January 16, 2019
At this year’s The International Surface Event (TISE), scheduled for January 23 to 25, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV, the Marmomac International Pavilion will host leading stone and machinery suppliers from India, Italy, Portugal and Turkey.
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chinese quartz tariffs

What's in store for Chinese quartz?

Now that the tariffs have been set, and different duties are expected to hit the market, stone industry members react to the changes that 2019 will bring in the quartz market
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
January 16, 2019
Late in 2018, the U.S. Trade Representative released a list of approximately $200 billion worth of Chinese imports that will be subject to additional tariffs. Starting in September of last year, the tariffs were set for 10%, on top of other antidumping and countervailing duties, and in the New Year will be increased to 25%.
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Owner and acting general contractor Chris Barone

Stone architecture captures mid-century charm

With a desire to keep the character of their 1950s ranch, the homeowners of a residence in the suburbs of Chicago, IL, carefully planned their renovation, including matching the house’s existing stone architecture
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
January 7, 2019
The homeowners of a 3,500-square-foot private residence in St. Charles, IL, sought to make some significant changes to the structure of their ranch, while still maintaining its mid-century character. The renovation included the addition of a master suite, as well as a new kitchen with a two-story indoor/outdoor stone wall cutting through the middle of the house.
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StonExpo/Marmomac

The International Surface Event shakes up stone program

Excitement builds for The International Surface Event (TISE) 2019, including StonExpo/Marmomac, as the show will present a new way of learning and feature many innovative products for industry members
January 7, 2019
Deemed the stone event for stone industry professionals, StonExpo/Marmomac is a B2B stone exhibition under The International Surface Event (TISE) brand. At the beginning of each year, the show draws thousands of people from across the globe to exhibit, as well as to tour the exhibition hall.
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Fabricator Market Forecast- Main Image

Stone Fabricator Market Forecast for 2019

The general consensus for a group of fabricators who were recently polled for Stone World’s annual Purchasing Plan Survey is optimistic, with many expecting sales to grow in the coming year
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
January 7, 2019
Every January, Stone World reports the statistics found in a purchasing plan survey conducted by the Clear Seas Research Department at BNP Media (Stone World’s parent company), and the results for 2019 are encouraging. The survey polled fabricators from diverse-sized shops based throughout the U.S..
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Solid Surfaces Unlimited, based in Sterling Heights, MI

Increasing stone production with robotic technology

While Solid Surfaces Unlimited has served other industries through the years, the stone sector has become its primary market and the company has invested in state-of-the-art equipment to meet the demand
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
January 7, 2019
Solid Surfaces Unlimited, based in Sterling Heights, MI, has been serving mid and southern Michigan for more than three decades. Cesar Rastelli initially established the company as a cabinet business 40 years ago, and in the late 1980s began manufacturing solid surface products.
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Stone of the Month: Fusion Wow “Light” Quartzite

Stone of the Month: Fusion Wow “Light” Quartzite

December 13, 2018
This Stone of the Month is supplied by Antolini Luigi & C. Spa of Verona, Italy. Technical details provide a frame of reference only. Because stone is a product of nature, testing to determine specific physical qualities should be repeated for each project.
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Marmomac 2018 in VeronaFiere in Verona, Italy

Marmomac broadens its reach in the stone industry

Each year, the annual international stone exhibition in Verona, Italy, demonstrates how new show features and a strong marketing campaign have contributed to increased attendanc
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
December 13, 2018

If the crowds in the aisles at Marmomac 2018 are an indicator of the state of the stone industry, it appears things are on the upswing. Throughout the four-day event, the halls on the fairgrounds of VeronaFiere in Verona, Italy, were filled with 68,000 stone industry professionals.


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updated global stone

A global stone operation

Founded more than three decades ago, Stocchero Attilio & C. s.r.l. of Verona, Italy, is an experienced exporter of an extensive range of quality stone products
December 13, 2018

It only takes a few minutes after stepping on to the premises of Stocchero Attilio & C. s.r.l. in Verona, Italy, to realize the company runs a top-notch operation.


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Tenax Dekton blades

Technology Update: Tenax Dekton blades

December 3, 2018
The latest trend in the market is Dekton and ceramic materials. Tenax Dekton blades are approved by Dekton and specifically designed for Dekton material. They are available in 14 and 16 inches, with a standard 2.3mm core thickness. The feed rate for a straight cut is 16 to 60 inches per minute, depending on the thickness of the material.
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