Image courtesy of: Jia Na (E+) Previews, highlights and experiences from stone and tile industry networking and educational events. https://www.stoneworld.com/rss/2189 en-us In honor of its 60th anniversary, Marmomac is focusing on the new identity of its cultural space in Hall 10 under the name “The Bedrock – Leading the Future of Natural Stone.” In honor of its 60th anniversary, Marmomac is focusing on the new identity of its cultural space in Hall 10 under the name “The Bedrock – Leading the Future of Natural Stone.”

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95743 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95743-marmomac-continues-to-evolve-after-60-years NSI will unite stone industry professionals during the 60th edition of Marmomac in Verona, Italy, for its stone leadership reception. NSI will unite stone industry professionals during the 60th edition of Marmomac in Verona, Italy, for its stone leadership reception.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95741 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95741-natural-stone-institute-will-host-member-reception-in-italy Registration is now available for the 60th edition of the international stone exhibition held annually in Verona, Italy. Registration is now available for the 60th edition of the international stone exhibition held annually in Verona, Italy.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95734 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95734-marmomac-online-ticket-office-now-open The stone and tile exhibition is looking for innovative and cutting-edge educational sessions for its 2027 event. The stone and tile exhibition is looking for innovative and cutting-edge educational sessions for its 2027 event.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95729 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95729-coverings-2027-call-for-presentations-now-open Arizona Tile will host the next workshop, "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," focusing on transforming business practices in a fabrication shop. Arizona Tile will host the next workshop, "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," focusing on transforming business practices in a fabrication shop.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95728 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95728-seattle-stone-summit-to-focus-on-best-business-practices-for-fabricators In honor of its 60th anniversary this year, the international stone exhibition organized a tour throughout the Verona, Italy, region -- visiting quarries, stone processing plants and historic sites. In honor of its 60th anniversary this year, the international stone exhibition organized a tour throughout the Verona, Italy, region -- visiting quarries, stone processing plants and historic sites. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95723 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95723-marmomac-reflects-on-60-years-with-regional-stone-tour richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Industry members at The Poseidon Experience intently listened to Joe Alva share his sales experiences. Industry members at The Poseidon Experience intently listened to Joe Alva share his sales experiences. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95715 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95715-stone-industry-professionals-learn-tips-for-closing-a-sale Discussion centered around topics such as evolving installation practices and the future of the global tile industry. Discussion centered around topics such as evolving installation practices and the future of the global tile industry.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95713 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95713-ntca-leaders-share-expert-knowledge-at-qualicer-2026 richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) American Floor Covering welcomed more than 100 visitors into its shop for the Stone Fabricator's Alliance workshop in early June. American Floor Covering welcomed more than 100 visitors into its shop for the Stone Fabricator's Alliance workshop in early June.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95704 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95704-sfa-promotes-sharing-of-information-at-connecticut-workshop SFA Connecticut Workshop More than 100 attendees showed up for the two-day event. SFA Connecticut Workshop Welcome Reception The Welcome Reception provided a relaxed atmosphere for industry members to catch up. SFA Connecticut Workshop Welcome Reception The SFA hosted a Welcome Reception on Wednesday, June 3rd before the workshop kicked off the next day. SFA Connecticut Workshop Prodim was among the sponsors at the event demonstrating its digital templating system. SFA Connecticut Workshop Machinery manufacturers such as Donatoni and Biesse were present at the Connecticut Workshop. SFA Connecticut Workshop Cameron DeMille of MB Stone Care demonstrated top polishing techniques.  SFA Connecticut Workshop During the demonstration of the Comandulli line polisher, attendees had the opportunity to examine the finished product.  SFA Connecticut Workshop The group gathered to watch American Floor Covering's Comandulli line polisher in action.  SFA Connecticut Workshop SFA Connecticut Workshop Big Dog Adhesives was among the sponsors who presented a product demonstration.  SFA Connecticut Workshop SFA Connecticut Workshop Durfee provided a step-by-step guide of the process.  SFA Connecticut Workshop Host Joe Durfee presented a demonstration on thermoforming which captivated attendees.  SFA Connecticut Workshop The two-day workshop for fabricators is slated for July 16 and 17, 2026 at Elevated Stoneworkz. The two-day workshop for fabricators is slated for July 16 and 17, 2026 at Elevated Stoneworkz.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95703 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95703-all-slab-fabbers-are-heading-to-salt-lake-city Traffic increased 9% over 2025 to 55,000 as the commercial design industry gathered at The Mart to discover products, exchange ideas and shape what's next. Traffic increased 9% over 2025 to 55,000 as the commercial design industry gathered at The Mart to discover products, exchange ideas and shape what's next.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95699 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95699-traffic-spiked-over-last-year-at-neocon-2026 Biesse will host an educational and interactive event for fabricators at its Charlotte, NC, facility on Wednesday, June 24th. Biesse will host an educational and interactive event for fabricators at its Charlotte, NC, facility on Wednesday, June 24th.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95698 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95698-biesse-behind-the-scenes-safety-machinery-and-networking-night The international ceramic kitchen bathroom fair will be celebrating its 37th year – bringing exhibitors and visitors together from all around the world. The international ceramic kitchen bathroom fair will be celebrating its 37th year – bringing exhibitors and visitors together from all around the world. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95692 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95692-unicera-2026-slated-for-november-in-istanbul Held every year during the international NeoCon commercial design tradeshow, Daltile’s luncheon showcased the brand’s new products and gave NeoCon attendees a relaxing escape from the busy tradeshow floor. Held every year during the international NeoCon commercial design tradeshow, Daltile’s luncheon showcased the brand’s new products and gave NeoCon attendees a relaxing escape from the busy tradeshow floor.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95691 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95691-daltile-hosts-annual-parked-at-neocon-lunch Industry leaders will provide valuable education to contractors to help them succeed in their business at Hardscape North America 2026. Industry leaders will provide valuable education to contractors to help them succeed in their business at Hardscape North America 2026.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95688 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95688-hna-to-offer-practical-leadership-and-growth-focused-education American Floor Covering in East Hartford, CT, hosted the SFA Workshop, which provided fabricators with live product and machinery demonstrations. American Floor Covering in East Hartford, CT, hosted the SFA Workshop, which provided fabricators with live product and machinery demonstrations.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95684 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95684-sfa-workshop-unites-fabricators-for-education-and-networking richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) MSI hosted a Stone Industry Education event that included panel discussions on trends, shop safety and technical issues and solutions. MSI hosted a Stone Industry Education event that included panel discussions on trends, shop safety and technical issues and solutions.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95673 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95673-minnesota-stone-summit-provided-a-voice-for-fabricators Group Photo Attendees, sponsors and the MSI team had an insightful day of education and networking. MSI Warehouse The group of fabricators in attendance had the opportunity to tour MSI's slab warehouse, including its extensive collection of Taj Mahal varieties.  Minnesota Stone Summit Technical Panel A panel discussion about technical issues and solutions was held after lunch. From left to right: Nate Schultz of Innovative Surfaces, Buddy Ontra (moderator), Brad Nooris of NVR Surfaces and Steve McIntosh of Astonia Stone Artisan. Sponsor Tables Several breaks throughout the day provided time for attendees and sponsors to interact. Fabricators in SIE Session The all-day event provided an interactive experience where fabricators were encouraged to ask questions and share experiences.  Buddy Ontra Throughout the day, interactive discussions, moderated by Buddy Ontra of Bostone in Bridgeport, CT, a former fabricator and past NSI president, covered material and fabrication trends, shop and jobsite safety, and technical issues fabricators often encounter. The expo and conference will offer more than 100 CE-accredited sessions at every learning level. The expo and conference will offer more than 100 CE-accredited sessions at every learning level.  

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95670 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95670-greenbuild-releases-schedule-of-full-educational-program The conference will include discussions and workshops on material health transparency, circularity, specification tools and supply chain alignment led by industry experts in their field. The conference will include discussions and workshops on material health transparency, circularity, specification tools and supply chain alignment led by industry experts in their field.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95666 Fri, 29 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95666-flooring-sustainability-summit-reveals-speaker-lineup American Floor Coverings will host the NSI Silica and Slab Safety course on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. American Floor Coverings will host the NSI Silica and Slab Safety course on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95664 Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95664-nsi-to-offer-silica-and-slab-safety-certification The event featured leading exhibitors from Canada, the U.S., Portugal, China and Italy, showcasing the latest in natural stone, engineered surfaces, machinery, tooling and fabrication technology. The event featured leading exhibitors from Canada, the U.S., Portugal, China and Italy, showcasing the latest in natural stone, engineered surfaces, machinery, tooling and fabrication technology. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95654 Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95654-stonetech-canada-2026-finishes-strong-with-positive-results The awards program celebrates excellence in residential and commercial hardscape applications, including natural stone. The awards program celebrates excellence in residential and commercial hardscape applications, including natural stone. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95653 Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95653-hardscape-north-america-now-accepting-submissions-for-awards-program richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) The next SFA Workshop will bring fabricators together on June 4 and 5, 2026, for two days of learning, networking and viewing American Floor Coverings' state-of-the-art facility. The next SFA Workshop will bring fabricators together on June 4 and 5, 2026, for two days of learning, networking and viewing American Floor Coverings' state-of-the-art facility.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95652 Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95652-sfa-connecticut-workshop-to-showcase-innovation-in-fabrication American Floor Coverings "The machinery and processes we have allow us to be able to be very flexible with our production schedule to meet our customers’ demands and deadlines," said Durfee. America Floor Coverings The decision to fabricate its own stonework gave the company direct control over quality, scheduling and coordination, and it has been a core part of its operation ever since. American Floor Coverings The company specializes in tile, stone and flooring installation for commercial, hospitality, corporate and multi-family residential projects across Metro New York and New England.  Burkhardt Loeffler at American Floor Coverings "Burkhardt Loeffler machines are very innovative, and they can do anything you can think of doing," said Joe Durfee, American Floor Coverings production manager.   American Floor Coverings In 2006, American Floor Coverings moved to a larger facility and began investing in equipment. The full-day fabricator event, hosted by MSI, will include three panel discussions focusing on material trends, shop safety and technical issues. The full-day fabricator event, hosted by MSI, will include three panel discussions focusing on material trends, shop safety and technical issues. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95648 Mon, 18 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95648-a-regional-stone-industry-education-event-set-for-minnesota As a Headline Sponsor for the third consecutive year, MAPEI shows its commitment to sustainability. As a Headline Sponsor for the third consecutive year, MAPEI shows its commitment to sustainability.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95643 Thu, 14 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95643-mapei-third-time-sponsor-of-flooring-sustainability-summit The company was part of a design hub showcasing the latest in kitchen, bath and outdoor design. The company was part of a design hub showcasing the latest in kitchen, bath and outdoor design. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95638 Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95638-cosentino-partners-with-nkba-at-high-point-market More than 30 architects, designers and representatives from the U.S. construction industry took part in “Brazil Stone Experience – Washington D.C. Edition,” which was also attended by the Brazilian Ambassador in Washington, D.C. More than 30 architects, designers and representatives from the U.S. construction industry took part in “Brazil Stone Experience – Washington D.C. Edition,” which was also attended by the Brazilian Ambassador in Washington, D.C.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95635 Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95635-brazilian-stone-sector-deepens-us-market-ties George Bandy Jr. and Cheryl Durst will share valuable insight at this year's conference, scheduled for July 14 to 16, 2026. George Bandy Jr. and Cheryl Durst will share valuable insight at this year's conference, scheduled for July 14 to 16, 2026.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95633 Fri, 08 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95633-powerful-keynotes-to-speak-at-2026-flooring-sustainability-summit richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Fabricator Exchange (FABX) by Park Industries drew approximately 100 stone industry members in the Metropolitan area for a day of learning, networking and experiencing machine capabilities firsthand. Fabricator Exchange (FABX) by Park Industries drew approximately 100 stone industry members in the Metropolitan area for a day of learning, networking and experiencing machine capabilities firsthand. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95632 Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95632-fabricators-gain-practical-takeaways-to-apply-at-their-shops Saberjet in Action A highlight of the shop tour was to watch the Park Saberjet™ XP CNC SawJet in operation. FABX Group Touring Atlas Marble & Granite Duran explained to the group that Atlas is making a commitment to promoting the use of natural stone in design, as evident by its large selection of inventory.    Marco Duran with FABX Group Marco Duran of Atlas Marble & Granite invited participants into his shop for our tour of the facility. Rosie Nunez and Insaf Khriss Giving Trends Report Rosie Nunez (left) and Insaf Khriss (right), both of Atlas Marble & Granite, provided insight into design trends expected to influence countertop projects in 2026.    Joseph Sine talks OSHA at FABX 2026 Joseph Sine of Cohen Seglias shared the latest on OSHA compliance and reducing risk in the shop. Omar Chahin of GMD Surfaces Presenting at FABX 2026 Omar Chahin of GMD Surfaces led a breakout discussion about identifying bottlenecks and increasing shop output. Joe DeMelo owner of Evolution Marble & Granite Joe DeMelo, owner of Evolution Marble & Granite, spoke about key lessons he learned when building his fabrication shop, process improvements he made and the operational changes that drove better shop performance. DeMelo also hosted a shop tour that afternoon. Richie Falconi, and his son Giovanni, of Falco Marble & Granite Richie Falconi, and his son Giovanni, of Falco Marble & Granite, shared how his company modernized its shop, adopted digital fabrication and improved consistency, efficiency and production workflows.  State of the Industry Panel Discussion at FABX 2026 Meagan Hegland, Park Industries vice president of sales and marketing, moderated a State of the Industry address. Panelists included (from left to right): Dave Amelotte, Park Industries CFO; Glenn Kross, CEO of Coastal Countertops and 2023 Stone World Fabricator of the Year Award winner; and Gabe Velazquez, financing expert with MFS. Joan Schatz Speaking at FABX 2026 Park Industries CEO Joan Schatz also greeted the group at the start of the event. Molly Hauer at FABX 2026 Park Industries held its Fabricator Exchange (FABX) at the Hilton Garden Inn in Springfield, NJ, on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The company’s marketing director, Molly Hauer, welcomed the group of approximately 100 fabricators.   The trade show will once again offer the opportunity for contractors and crews to strengthen their skills and earn industry-recognized credentials. The trade show will once again offer the opportunity for contractors and crews to strengthen their skills and earn industry-recognized credentials. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95628 Wed, 06 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95628-hardscape-north-america-to-offer-installer-courses