Manufacturers of fabrication machinery continue to research and develop new equipment to satisfy the needs of fabricators. As technology continues to advance it leads to innovative stoneworking machinery that results in better efficiency and less labor in the shop.

Over the last few decades, both architecture and decor have been moving to essential design — made of clear lines, flat surfaces and simpler shapes.

Epiroc has launched the tough and highly regarded PowerROC D60, equipped with a Tier 4 engine, onto the global market.

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

The 40 x 300 mm supports from Blick Industries have been upgraded to have suction cup tops with replaceable seals. Soft rubber seals, which are easily swapped out when damaged, have replaced the one-piece hard rubber pad from the previous versions. The new design provides a secure seal for vacuum holding when handling stone, glass and solid surfaces.

This Stone of the Month is supplied by Stocchero Attilio & C s.r.l. of Verona, Italy. 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.

BVC Group Inc. introduces the all new Pin Stop for 105mm and under cups. Utilizing the very popular SS150 Better Vacuum Cup for legendary holding power — along with longer-lasting durability — this is the pin stop to ensure your parts are square every time. Orders can be placed online.

While fabricators might see a light blue or a random project that uses different colors, generally what they are receiving requests for are materials with shades of white and gray for kitchen countertops.

With the objective of making stone installation and repair easier and more accurate, manufacturers continually work to develop new and improved products to meet the demand. The following is a sampling of the latest products for adhesion and chip/stain repair available on today’s market.