Stone World Magazine

First impressions are everything -- especially in the luxury hospitality business. That’s why Las Vegas icon, Bellagio Hotel & Casino, refused to compromise their brand’s reputation for elegance when a custom-carpet entry floor showed signs of deterioration.

Promoting green practices in the stone industry

Continental Cut Stone and its partner company, Continental Cream Quarries LLC, continue to invest in technology and resources to meet the NSC/ANSI 373 sustainability standards

November 14, 2019

In recent years, Continental Cut Stone has expanded its capacity while working to address environmental challenges. The company, located in Florence, TX, has added several fabrication machines to its production area, including a CNC, to increase efficiencies.

A Nepalese Gristmill, a Waterjet and Fort Lewis College

Physics and engineering students learned the capabilities of an abrasive waterjet when cutting a gristmill out of granite for the town of Chyamtang in Nepal

Joshua Swainston

November 14, 2019

Waterjetting isn’t new to stone fabrication, though it is still not the norm. Due to being quick, accurate and safe, waterjets are starting to be featured more in stone shops working in the custom architectural and design fields.

Cutting Edge Countertops devising a plan of growth

Coming from family owned business backgrounds, the three owners of Cutting Edge Countertops in Perrysburg, OH, have devoted their time and energy to expanding the company’s one location to five

November 4, 2019

Cutting Edge Countertops of Perrysburg, OH, was established in 2006 by Brad Burns, Brian Burns and Jeff Erickson, all of whom are still active in the business today. From the start, their mission was to create a countertop company that delivered quality products with exceptional customer service.

CMS showroom area for machine demonstrations

CMS opens showroom for stone fabrication machinery technology

CMS has added a fully functional display area to its facility for machine demonstrations and hands-on training

November 3, 2019

After much preparation, CMS recently opened its new showroom in Caledonia, MI, and held a grand opening to introduce the new display area to its customers at the end of the summer.

The Evolution of Swenson Granite Works

Dating back to 1883, the granite producer that was recently acquired by Polycor Inc. now provides landscape and hardscape all over New England

November 4, 2019

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In 1883, Swenson Granite Works, a Polycor Inc. company, was first established by John Swenson and since that time it has experienced many transitions.

The Natural Stone Institute's 2019 Study tour

For its 2019 Study Tour, the Natural Stone Institute headed to Knoxville, TN, to visit several local stone companies and equipment manufacturers, as well as time to mingle and enjoy the southern culture

November 4, 2019

Home to the University of Tennessee and host to the 1982 World’s Fair, Knoxville, TN, was the destination for the 2019 Natural Stone Institute Study Tour, which drew a total of 66 participants. The four-day event provided an arena for attendees to mingle and network through many sessions and activities.

Transitioning for global stone production industry success

With already three state-of-the-art facilities, Durango Stone has partnered with a leading Mexican stone producer and is adding another stone-processing plant to accommodate its 14 quarries

November 18, 2019

World Wide Stone Corporation has changed its name to Durango Stone LLC, its brand recognition for the past 30 years. And along with its new name, the company is also experiencing other adjustments, including expansion, which will further strengthen its place in the global stone industry.

Learning the components for success in the stone industry

Fabricators in the Tampa Bay area gathered at MSI’s new facility for the Stone Industry Education event to further gain insight into what it takes to run a reputable and profitable business

November 18, 2019

GK Naquin of Stone Interiors led an engaging morning presentation at the Tampa Stone Summit on October 10, 2019. The day-long event was one of 10 Stone Industry Education sessions organized by Stone World and the Natural Stone Institute across the U.S. This particular one was sponsored by MSI and drew 64 registered attendees.

Stone Column: Planning for 2020

November 4, 2019

It seems in a blink of an eye we have gone from trips to the beach and lake during the sunny days of summer to waking up to chilly mornings and seeing the beautiful autumn foliage – and suddenly it is almost time to carve the turkey and buy holiday presents. Where does the time go?

Stone Industry Perspective: Working in Unison

Joey Marcella

November 14, 2019

Stone World’s “Industry Perspective” column has revolving articles by the Stone Fabricators Alliance (SFA), The Natural Stone Institute (NSI), and the Rockhead Group offering insight into the workings of each organization, and their place within the industry.

Machine of the month: Emmedue Astra 5 Axis Plus Bridge Saw

November 18, 2019

Braxton-Bragg is the preferred national supplier for Emmedue Marble & Granite Machinery, and is one of only two suppliers in the U.S.

Stone of the Month: Champlain Black marble

November 18, 2019

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This Stone of the Month, Champlain Black marble, is supplied by Tennessee Marble Company of Friendsville, TN. 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.

Technology Update: Blick Industries

November 4, 2019