Stone World Magazine

Stone World January 2020 Cover

2020 January

In this issue of Stone World Magazine, read about the upcoming TISE show, we provide solutions for protecting and maintaining natural stone, see the results of Stone World’s annual Purchasing Plan Survey, and much more!

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A promising forecast for 2020

A promising forecast for 2020

With more than half of the respondents to Stone World’s annual Purchasing Plan Survey counting on increased sales in the coming year, it appears 2020 is starting off on a high note among fabricators
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Jennifer Richinelli
January 7, 2020
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Overall, the majority of those polled in Stone World’s recent Purchasing Plan Survey, which is conducted by Clear Seas Research Department at BNP Media (Stone World’s parent company), seem optimistic about their businesses in 2020.


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Hunter Adams, Trindco

Taking a business approach

Hunter Adams, owner of Trindco in Suffolk, VA, relied on his business background to establish a strong foundation for his company and develop a plan of growth year after year
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Jennifer Richinelli
January 7, 2020
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While Hunter Adams did not have any prior fabrication experience, he did have a MBA and business sense. So when a long-time family friend asked if he would be interested in buying his solid surface company, Trindco, Adams decided to take the leap of faith.


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Natural stone, porcelain, and wood design in Bernardsville, NJ

Linking architecture with nature

Inspired by the surrounding habitat, the design team at JR Frank Design LLC opted for a palette of stacked stone, porcelain and wood to reflect the colors and texture of the outdoors for the design of a New Jersey home
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Jennifer Richinelli
January 7, 2020
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Natural stone was an essential component of a residential design in Bernardsville, NJ, to capture the organic feel of the home’s woodsy surroundings. The design team from Wayne, NJ-based JR Frank Design LLC strongly desired to connect the expansive residence with nature.


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a sealer preserves the aesthetic of the material

Solutions for protecting and maintaining natural stone

A detailed account about how to ensure natural stone applications appear as new for years to come in residential installations
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Rod Sigman
January 7, 2020
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Natural stone is one of the oldest, and certainly the most time-tested, of building materials known to man. Its beauty, durability, long life cycle and low-maintenance qualities make it the choice of many architects for commercial and institutional applications.


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Columns

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Eric Tryon, founder and retired CEO of Premier Surfaces

Tryon's Tips: Annual review and planning

January 16, 2020
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I was in awe of the elaborate strategic plan the leadership team and I just produced. After three dedicated days of planning and brainstorming, we had seven pages of strategic initiatives to serve our business well for the next 36 months. What made it so impressive was also why it didn't work.


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Products

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Technology Update: Braxton-Bragg

Technology Update: Braxton-Bragg

January 7, 2020
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The newest addition to the Braxton-Bragg Viper® brand is the Venom™ premium line of blades, created with new technology specifically to cut quartzite. This addition makes the Viper line a complete offering for fabricating all hard surfaces.


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Fabricating Technology 2020 Machinery

Fabricating Technology 2020: Machinery

January 7, 2020
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Manufacturers of fabrication machinery continue to research and develop new equipment to satisfy the needs of fabricators. As technology continues to advance it leads to innovative stoneworking machinery that results in better efficiency and less labor in the shop.


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