Stone World Magazine

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2019 August

In this issue of Stone World Magazine, read about the latest product innovations in the stone fabricating industry, hear about stone design and application case studies from around the globe, and much more!

Features

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Rocksolid Surfaces: Being efficient

Under new ownership, Rocksolid Surfaces makes strides in efficiency to keep up with customer demand
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Jason Kamery
August 1, 2019
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Rocksolid Surfaces has become a premier fabricator in Cleveland, OH, but the 40-year-old company got its start in the wood business. “Tom Rocks was the original owner of the company,” said J.B. Walsh, president of Rocksolid Surfaces.


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TAB India

TAB India shows dedication to people and the environment

TAB India continuously looks to be an industry leader in stone, its employees and the environment
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Jason Kamery
August 1, 2019
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Since the beginning, TAB India’s goal isn’t to be the second best or the third best, it is to be the best in everything they do. TAB India does everything it can to create the best materials, create the best working environment and be the best in renewable energy.


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Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle in San Simeon, CA

Preserving an architectural treasure

The marble tile of the Neptune Pool at California’s historic Hearst Castle was renovated with a complete system from Custom Building Products
August 9, 2019
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The Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean above San Simeon, CA, this iconic marble pool was inspired by the stunning location and equals the extravagant architecture of the castle itself.


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Getting serious about silica in the shop

August 12, 2019
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OSHA and NIOSH have identified exposure to silica as a health hazard to workers involved in finishing and installing natural and manufactured stone countertop products, both in fabrication shops and during in-home finishing/installation.


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Columns

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Industry Insights

Two-piece McNuggets

August 12, 2019
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If you’ve been in this industry for any length of time, chances are you’ve been to more than a few trade shows and seminars. Looking back at all that invested time, what do you really remember? How much of that information have you used to improve your business?


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Product of the Month

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Stone of the Month: Jade Precious Stone

Stone of the Month: Jade Precious Stone

August 9, 2019
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This Stone of the Month is supplied by Margramar of Rua Pedro Lopes, Espírito Santo, Brazil. 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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Technology Update: Laser Template Inc.

Technology Update: Laser Template Inc.

August 12, 2019
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FlexiCAD software from Laser Template Inc. has been designed to simplify the measurement process and allow anyone to use the system for precision measurements regardless of their experience level. Measure lines, arcs, circles and even oval or odd shapes with ease and ability to complete the full drawing on site.


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