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MIA AND BSI Members Vote "Yes" to Merger

December 1, 2017

With a vote of 565 to 25, the memberships of Marble Institute of America (MIA) and Building Stone Institute (BSI) have overwhelmingly decided to authorize a historic merger of North America's two most prominent stone associations.

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute Announces New Board Members

November 30, 2017

The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute recently announced the appointment of Tim Thomas as chairman of the board.

Atlas Concorde Collections Take Center Stage at Cersaie 2017

November 29, 2017

At Cersaie 2017 Atlas Concorde presented new floor and wall collections in a concept area dedicated to contemporary hospitality.

HPS Schönox Names Regional Business Manager

November 29, 2017

Steve Hobbs recently joined the HPS Schönox team as a regional business manager for technical sales.

Artisan Group Hosts Shop Tour and Metrics Meeting in Arizona

November 28, 2017

The second Artisan Group Annual Shop Tour and Meeting hosted all but five member companies, including new members.

Blick Industries launches new website

November 27, 2017

Blick Industries, a design and manufacturing company specializing in vacuum holding solutions, has announced the launch of a brand new mobile-ready website.

Lapitec Wins German Design Award

November 24, 2017

Full-body sintered stone by Lapitec has been announced as a winner of the German Design Award.

Silestone by Cosentino Partners with Homes for our Troops

November 24, 2017

Silestone by Cosentino announced a three-year national partnership with Homes For Our Troops.

Emser Tile Honored with 2018 Training Top 125 Award

November 22, 2017

Emser Tile has been named a 2018 Top 125 winner by Training magazine.

Bostik Announces Winner of Mexico Mural Competition

November 22, 2017

Bostik announced the winner of the Bostik Mexico Mural Competition/Pro Category.

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