Construction employment increased in 268 or 75% of 358 metro areas between October 2021 and October 2022, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data. Association officials noted, however, that job vacancies outpaced hiring as construction firms struggle to find enough qualified workers to hire.

The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) plans to bring together members for some holiday cheer on Thursday, December 8, 2022.

The Natural Stone Institute is proud to again serve as a supporting association for Middle East Stone, which will take place December 5th to 8th at the Dubai World Trade Centre. 

Epiroc, a leading productivity and sustainability partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, has completed the acquisition of Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd, an Australian company that provides automation and remote-control solutions for mining customers around the world. With this acquisition, Epiroc will be the world-leading automation solutions provider not only for surface and underground rock drilling but also for underground loading and haulage.

The Natural Stone Institute will welcome two individuals to its board of directors in January 2023.

Displaying a strong partnership with the big box retailer, Jeffrey Court is named the 2022 Merchandising Partner of the Year 

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing more than 100 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), is now accepting entries for the 2023 edition of the “Passport to Creativity” tour. 

CTaSC specializes in natural stone, ceramic tile, glass tile, terrazzo, brick, LVT, wood, carpet and other floor covering materials 

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), owned by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) today announced the five industry design professionals who will judge the Best of KBIS Awards, one of the kitchen and bath industry’s most prestigious honors. Sponsored by Luxe Interiors + Design, the judges will choose the most innovative new products recently introduced or making their debut at KBIS 2023 being held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV, January 31 to February 2, 2023.

Inflation accounts for some of the increase this year, with people paying more to buy less.