New Mexico Stone Summit - February 12, 2026
Fabrication: Theory and Practice
Join us for a one-day, hands-on fabrication seminar where theory meets practice. Explore the geology of natural stone, the science behind abrasives and adhesives, and learn how to apply these principles through real-world case studies. By the end of the session, you’ll gain a solid understanding of fabrication fundamentals and actionable strategies to enhance your everyday work.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how stone geology influences the use of abrasives and adhesives.
- See how abrasive and adhesive theories apply to real-world fabrication challenges.
- Participate in hands-on demonstrations showcasing proper application techniques.
- Develop a plan to integrate these theories into your daily work practices.
Venue & Location
Arizona Tile (Albuquerque NM)
5800 Venice Ave NE
Albuquerque NM 87113
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Instructor
Tony Malisani
Malisani Inc
Registration Fees
$99
for Installers & Fabricators
$249
for Suppliers & Stone Distributors
Earn two free registrations
Non-Natural Stone Institute member companies who join prior to the seminar can send two employees free of charge (a $198 value). For more information about membership, go to www.naturalstoneinstitute.org/whyjoin or call 440.250.9222 and ask for the NSI membership team.
Target Audience
Stone fabrication industry professionals, including business owners, marketing experts, and those eager to expand their businesses, connect with suppliers, and glean invaluable 'best practices' for successful operations.
Earn CEU Credits
Take advantage of this special workshop the day before the stone summit!
Natural Stone vs. Manmade Materials
February 11th, 2026
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Separate registration required for CEU course
Tony Malisani
Malisani Inc
Natural stone has been the premier building material of choice throughout history, thanks to its durability and timeless aesthetic. Inherently beautiful and versatile, it’s no wonder that manmade materials aim to replicate its attributes, appearance and ultimately its desirability.
This course will compare the versatility, performance characteristics, and green building considerations for both natural stone and manmade materials. Understanding these key points will prepare you with knowledge for design concepts, applications and how to educate the consumer.
Styles change from season to season, but mother nature creates unique designs in natural stone that are historically innovative and always on trend.
Learning objectives:
- Define and explain attributes to understand what can affect the performance of both natural stone and manmade materials in interior applications.
- Compare and contrast the attributes and installation capabilities of natural stone and manmade materials to understand the optimal building material choice for project design and installation.
- Discuss common green building considerations for these materials, including embodied energy, potentially harmful ingredients, and land impacts.
- Learn which innovative design trends can be satisfied using natural stone, including biophilic design, complex geometries, and textures, to offer the consumer both creative and aesthetic opportunity.
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