https://www.stoneworld.com/rss/3031-news en-us 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 Britain's workplace safety regulator has ordered four companies to stop working with engineered stone after inspectors found they failed to protect employees from hazardous silica dust, the first enforcement actions under a nationwide campaign targeting the material blamed for a rise in fatal lung disease. Britain's workplace safety regulator has ordered four companies to stop working with engineered stone after inspectors found they failed to protect employees from hazardous silica dust, the first enforcement actions under a nationwide campaign targeting the material blamed for a rise in fatal lung disease.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95727 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:03:28 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95727-hse-orders-four-fabricators-to-halt-engineered-stone-work-in-uk-silica-crackdown The recent trend forecast highlights a shift toward emotionally driven spaces, expressive surfaces and intentional luxury. The recent trend forecast highlights a shift toward emotionally driven spaces, expressive surfaces and intentional luxury.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95724 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95724-luxury-tile-brand-releases-2026-27-interior-design-trends Martel Snow by E by Emser Tile The Martel from E by Emser Tile reflects authenticity.  Silque Ice from E by Emser Tile 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 The three-day, hands-on event provided the company’s team with engagement, education and community connection – encouraging critical conversations around sustainable practices, community involvement and the company's shared commitment to responsible growth.  
The three-day, hands-on event provided the company’s team with engagement, education and community connection – encouraging critical conversations around sustainable practices, community involvement and the company's shared commitment to responsible growth.
 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95722 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95722-portobello-america-turns-sustainable-ideas-into-tangible-experiences CMHA's annual Contractor Industry Report surveys contractors throughout North America and tracks trends, opportunities and challenges they are facing. CMHA's annual Contractor Industry Report surveys contractors throughout North America and tracks trends, opportunities and challenges they are facing.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95721 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95721-hardscape-industry-demand-is-up-but-labor-shortage-poses-challenges Created in recognition of the 150th anniversary of cremation in America, National Cremation Placement Day was designed to raise awareness about the importance of the permanent placement and memorialization of cremated remains, an area often overlooked as cremation has become the most common form of disposition in the U.S. Created in recognition of the 150th anniversary of cremation in America, National Cremation Placement Day was designed to raise awareness about the importance of the permanent placement and memorialization of cremated remains, an area often overlooked as cremation has become the most common form of disposition in the U.S. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95720 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95720-coldspring-launches-national-cremation-placement-day To strengthen its efforts, the NSI is engaging an independent industrial hygiene expert to provide scientific review, regulatory guidance and technical expertise. To strengthen its efforts, the NSI is engaging an independent industrial hygiene expert to provide scientific review, regulatory guidance and technical expertise. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95719 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95719-nsi-amps-up-efforts-for-silica-safety-advocacy Submission highlights the role of Brazilian natural stone in the competitiveness of the U.S. industry and the potential impacts of the proposed tariffs on businesses, jobs and construction costs in the U.S. Submission highlights the role of Brazilian natural stone in the competitiveness of the U.S. industry and the potential impacts of the proposed tariffs on businesses, jobs and construction costs in the U.S.
 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95718 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95718-brazil-heading-to-washington-for-tariff-discussions 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 The opening of the new 10,000-square-foot showroom represents a significant investment in Northeast Florida and reinforces MSI's commitment to providing innovative design solutions and exceptional customer service throughout the region. The opening of the new 10,000-square-foot showroom represents a significant investment in Northeast Florida and reinforces MSI's commitment to providing innovative design solutions and exceptional customer service throughout the region.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95710 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95710-msi-celebrates-grand-opening-of-its-jacksonville-location The 2026 webinar series provides architects, designers, contractors, fabricators and stone professionals with access to expert-led education covering sustainability, material selection, restoration, quality assurance and industry-best practices. The 2026 webinar series provides architects, designers, contractors, fabricators and stone professionals with access to expert-led education covering sustainability, material selection, restoration, quality assurance and industry-best practices.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95708 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95708-the-natural-stone-institute-releases-upcoming-webinar-schedule ThryveIQ taps into all the shop’s data to provide instant accessibility for better decision making. ThryveIQ taps into all the shop’s data to provide instant accessibility for better decision making.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95707 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95707-an-ai-business-agent-understanding-the-needs-of-fabricators 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 Quartz fabricators warned federal officials today that proposed tariffs and quotas on imported quartz surface products (QSP) would inflict serious harm onto small businesses, American workers, and consumers. Quartz fabricators warned federal officials today that proposed tariffs and quotas on imported quartz surface products (QSP) would inflict serious harm onto small businesses, American workers, and consumers.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95700 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:37:15 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95700-quartz-fabricators-urge-trump-administration-to-protect-american-jobs-and-housing-affordability-at-section-201-ustr-hearing 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 Brazilian granite, marble and slate could face an additional 25% tariff under a proposed Section 301 action announced by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, though quartzite would be exempt under the current proposal. Brazilian granite, marble and slate could face an additional 25% tariff under a proposed Section 301 action announced by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, though quartzite would be exempt under the current proposal.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95695 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:44:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95695-ustr-proposes-25-tariff-on-most-brazilian-goods-sparing-quartzite-but-not-granite-marble-and-slate 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 An industry leader helped advance merger efforts that led to the creation of the World Floor Covering Association. An industry leader helped advance merger efforts that led to the creation of the World Floor Covering Association.
 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95690 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95690-the-flooring-industry-mourns-dennis-blake-and-honors-his-accomplishments The company's manufacturing facility in Izmir, Turkey, has officially achieved Zero Waste Certification, a nationally recognized environmental certification issued by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change of the Republic of Turkiye. The company's manufacturing facility in Izmir, Turkey, has officially achieved Zero Waste Certification, a nationally recognized environmental certification issued by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change of the Republic of Turkiye.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95689 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95689-anatolia-recognized-for-sustainable-best-practices 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 OHM will host the next Stone Industry Education event on June 25, 2026, at its facility in Charlotte, NC. OHM will host the next Stone Industry Education event on June 25, 2026, at its facility in Charlotte, NC. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95685 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95685-still-time-to-register-for-charlotte-stone-industry-education-event 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 The competition invites architects and designers worldwide to submit projects completed within the past five years featuring Italian ceramic and porcelain tile from Ceramics of Italy member brands. The competition invites architects and designers worldwide to submit projects completed within the past five years featuring Italian ceramic and porcelain tile from Ceramics of Italy member brands.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95681 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95681-2026-italian-tile-competition-submission-deadline-extended The initial stage of the Neolith Professional Hub will focus on the ventilated facades division, a particularly relevant application in architectural projects with high technical requirements. The initial stage of the Neolith Professional Hub will focus on the ventilated facades division, a particularly relevant application in architectural projects with high technical requirements.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95679 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95679-neolith-launches-digital-platform-to-strengthen-ties-with-industry-professionals Total Solutions Plus is scheduled for November 1 to 3, 2026 in Miami Beach, FL. Total Solutions Plus is scheduled for November 1 to 3, 2026 in Miami Beach, FL.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95677 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95677-register-now-for-total-solutions-plus Demonstrating a continued commitment to architectural design, Wonder Porcelain recently unveiled a portfolio of porcelain collections capturing today's most sought-after aesthetics: the natural warmth of French Oak, the enduring legacy of limestone, and the urban sophistication of cement. Marrying high-demand design trends with domestic reliability, these new lines offer premium, high-performance surfacing solutions proudly manufactured in the USA at Wonder Porcelain's Lebanon, Tennessee facility. Demonstrating a continued commitment to architectural design, Wonder Porcelain recently unveiled a portfolio of porcelain collections capturing today's most sought-after aesthetics: the natural warmth of French Oak, the enduring legacy of limestone, and the urban sophistication of cement. Marrying high-demand design trends with domestic reliability, these new lines offer premium, high-performance surfacing solutions proudly manufactured in the USA at Wonder Porcelain's Lebanon, Tennessee facility.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95676 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:55:19 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95676-from-heritage-wood-and-natural-limestone-to-urban-cement-wonder-porcelain-captures-todays-top-tile-trends The NTCA will offer 20 free workshops and seven regional training programs for tile installers this June. The NTCA will offer 20 free workshops and seven regional training programs for tile installers this June. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95674 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95674-ntca-announces-june-installer-training-lineup