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Stone World Magazine

2012 October

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Quarrying Perlato marble for 125 years

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
Now a third-generation operation, Levante & Co. has been quarrying Perlato marble since the company’s beginning in 1887


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Importing from the fabricator’s perspective

Dan Riccolo
October 1, 2012
Importing is a polarizing subject to many in the industry.


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Custom craftsmanship

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
Lavorazione Marmi of Sicily, Italy, demonstrates the art of stonework in its array of custom and cut-to-size pieces


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Placing an emphasis on customer service

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
With a state-of-the-art stone processing plant, Idea Marmi of Sicily, Italy, makes a point to work closely with its customers to process top-quality products


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Catering to a diversified market

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
B.L.M. srl maintains high standards in its operation of three quarries and a large-scale fabrication facility to meet the varying demands of its markets around the world


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A second-generation slab operation

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
In business for 50 years, Santangelo Marmi takes pride in being a Sicilian producer of Perlato and Perlatino slabs and tiles


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Continuing to produce a traditional material

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
While the use of Rosso Sicilia marble dates back millions of years, company’s such as Group Pellegrino Import-Export srl maintain its presence on the market by still extracting and processing it


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Promoting the treasures of Sicily

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
October 1, 2012
A recent trip organized by the the Italian-American Chamber of Commerce of Chicago introduced a group of fabricators, architects and designers to Consortium Lapis and the products of its member companies in the Trapani region of Sicily


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A 16-slab altar renovation

Michael Reis
October 1, 2012
Founded in 1858, the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Napa, CA, underwent a $850,000 renovation to its sanctuary last year that included innovative use of natural stone.


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Boston hotel restoration is highlighted by marble

Karissa Giuliano
October 1, 2012
The Boston Fairmont Copley Plaza celebrated its 100-year anniversary with a full renovation, including a rejuvenation of the building’s classic stonework


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Geared for quality and precision

Michael Reis
October 1, 2012
Two years ago, Pinnacle Stone & Tile of Fairfield, CA, invested in digital technology for its stoneworking operation — from templating to layout and fabrication — and it is well-equipped for future growth


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Does the stone industry have a future?

Michael Reis
October 1, 2012
When I look at the stone industry, I see a totally mixed bag — and I don’t mean that as a good thing.


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Product of the Month

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Machine of the Month: The Matrix Spectrum Fab Center

October 1, 2012
The Matrix Spectrum Fab Center, distributed exclusively by GranQuartz, was conceived as a fast, easy way to produce sink cutouts, mill drainboards, execute core drilling and more.


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Stone of the Month: Black Cosmic

October 1, 2012
This Stone of the Month supplied by Antolini Luigi & C., Sega di Cavaion, Verona, Italy.


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Products

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Rockstar Stone and Surfaces Division

October 1, 2012
Concut, Inc. recently announced the launch of its Rockstar Stone and Surfaces Division.


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Diarex Ice Polishing Pads

October 1, 2012
The Diarex Ice Polishing Pads are specifically designed to polish the surface of engineered stone.


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Industry News

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Innovative Stone of New York hosts annual event

October 1, 2012
Over 300 guests from the design, fashion and hospitality industries enjoyed the second Annual Soiree at Sea on The Atlantis Yacht hosted by Innovative Stone of New York.


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Construction Resources becomes MIA accredited

October 1, 2012
Artisan Group member Construction Resources, Inc./Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. has announced that it has earned the coveted designation of Marble Institute of America (MIA) Accredited Natural Stone Fabricator.


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Indian government body to take an "iron hand" to illegal granite quarrying in Madurai

September 14, 2012
The government crackdown on illegal quarrying in the Madurai region of India remains ongoing, and according to a report in the Business Standard, the Tamil Nadu government has told Madras High Court that it was dealing with illegal granite quarrying "with an iron hand."


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Innovative Stone opens Chicago office

August 30, 2012
Tracy Streckenbach, Chief Operating Officer of Innovative Stone, the flagship brand of Innovative Global Brands, is pleased to announce the opening of a new sales office in Chicago, IL.


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Integra Adhesives launches new online guide

October 1, 2012
Recognized for its high-quality, pre-colored cartridge-based adhesives that offer a perfect color match when laminating, mitering and seaming quartz, natural stone and solid surface, Integra Adhesives is launching a unique online color match guide for natural stone.


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Levantina opens project center

September 5, 2012
Levantina, a world-leading company in the natural stone sector, has created a specific area at its headquarters in Alicante, Spain, with all the equipment necessary to monitor large projects.


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Pearl moves to expanded warehouse

October 1, 2012
Due to strong growth in recent years, Pearl Abrasive has relocated its Los Angeles facility to accommodate increased inventory.


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