Stone World articles from August 2002

Stone World archives from August 2002

Coverings announces new early show dates for 2003. (Newsline).
August 1, 2002... New show dates for Coverings 2003, the trade exposition for the ceramic tile, stone and floor covering industry, were recently announced this week by show management. The new dates of March 24 to 27 are considerably earlier than recent years,...

Chinese stone exhibition enjoys strong traffic in Shanghai. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Rotating between Shanghai and Beijing, the international granite and marble exhibition, Stonetech, has become an important meeting site for the stone industry each year. The 2002 exhibition was held in Shanghai from April 9 to 12, and by most...

Braxton-Bragg makes significant additions to staff. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Braxton-Bragg, a leading distributor of tools and accessories for the stone, tile and solid surface industries, has named 11 inside sales representatives and three technical services technicians. "We place a very high priority on product...

Millennium's export. (One Liners).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... With a headquarters strategically located near the port and airport of Vitoria, Espirito Santo, Brazil, Millennium has been established as an association of five internationally known Brazilian stone producers. By combining resources with one...

Laticrete International. (One Liners).(hires Shelly Petro)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Shelly Petro recently joined the marketing team at Laticrete International, a leading manufacturer of tile and stone installation systems. Petro was appointed to the position of Laticrete Marketing Coordinator, and she is responsible for the...

The art of stone quarrying. (Stone Column).(Editorial)
August 1, 2002... To be certain, there is an historic connection to the artistry of stone. Since the beginning of time, architects and designers have been using natural stone for some of their most important works. Around the world, we see grand displays of...

Statistics.(Statistical Data Included)
August 1, 2002... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. APRIL 2002 Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * SLATE ** COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS ...

2002 Pinnacle Awards. (News).(Marble Institute of America)
August 1, 2002... CLEVELAND, OH -- The Marble Institute of America (MIA) has begun accepting entries for its 2002 Pinnacle Awards competition, which celebrates excellence in commercial and residential stone projects around the world. Awards will be judged...

Entrepreneur honored. (News).(Leon Zanger)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... MOUNT VERNON, NY -- Leon Zanger of Walker Zanger, Inc. was one of four recipients of the Ernst & Young 2002 Entrepreneur of the Year awards. Zanger was recognized for the honor on Thursday, June 20, at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, CT, along...

Continuing growth. (News).(D' Piedra Creations in Stone Inc.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... CHULA VISTA, CA - D' Piedra Creations in Stone, Inc. combines the talents of four principals, Ramon Barajas, Mario Dominguez, MariaEsther Gonzalez and Ken Meyers, with over 80 years experience in the management of stone industry and...

Gallery opening. (News).(Interceramic Inc., to open tile and stone gallery in Anaheim, California)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... ANAHEIM, CA -- Interceramic, Inc. announced the opening of its new Ceramic The International (CTI) Tile and Stone Gallery. The facility will serve as the company's import redistribution center as well as the sales hub for Southern California...

Taking sculpture to the next level: already equipped with some of the most advanced machinery in the U.S., the Johnson Atelier stoneworking studio is continuing to invest in new technology. (Re-Emerging U.S. Stone Industry).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The stone division of Johnson Atelier is a stystematmc blend of artistry and state-of-the-art technology. On one side of the studio, computerized technology methodically cuts and shapes large blocks of stone. And just a few feet from this...

Complementing the Arizona environment: to reflect the natural surroundings at the Westin Hotel in Scottsdale, AZ, the design includes Terra-Cotta Red sandstone, which was quarried and fabricated in India. (Focus On Stone From India).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Like much of the architecture in the Southwest, the interior design of the Westin Hotel in Scottsdale, AZ, is characterized by earth tones which reflect the natural environment of the region. But to achieve this affect, the builders actually...

Indian slate updates California corporate facility: to contemporize a corporate building in Moorpark, CA, Ostrich Gray Indian slate was used for both the exterior and interior. (Focus On Stone From India).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The Cardservice International building in Moorpark, CA, needed a facelift. Built in the early 1980s, the client wanted the appearance to be livelier for the employees and customers that enter and exit the office building every day. The...

Indian granite provides depth in kitchen design: Paradiso Classico granite was employed to add diversity to the kitchen of a New England residence. (Focus On Stone From India).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... When remodeling the kitchen of a private residence in South Boston, MA, the homeowners chose Paradiso Classico granite for its color and movement. The stone, which was employed for the island cooktop, main countertop and full backsplash, was...

An eye for style in stone: polished Kashmir White granite from India was the perfect choice for a European-style appearance in a New York residence. (Focus On Stone From India).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Joseph Sarcona envisioned a European interior when he designed his home in Staten Island, NY. Decorated with a medallion in the center, he created the foyer specifically to emanate historic places in Italy. "The design of the foyer and the...

A solid avenue for Indian granite: at Prestige Towers, one of the many new real estate developments in Bangalore, India, the design called for Raw Silk and Absolute Black granite. (Focus On Stone From India).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Due to the still-burgeoning information technology market in India, real estate remains in demand and in development. In the city of Bangalore, many new projects are being constructed to meet the demands of information technology firms, and...

Quarrying methods: an international comparison; this review of quarry sites around the world offers a broad cross section of the techniques and equipment used for extracting a variety of materials.
August 1, 2002... Long before it ends up as a kitchen countertop or a shopping mall floor, natural stone must be pulled from the earth, where it has been nesting for hundreds of millions of years. And given the broad range of stone varieties and quarry...

Innovation and distinction at 2002 Prism Awards: for the third straight year, the Prism International Natural Stone Design Competition at coverings featured outstanding stone architecture and design.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The 2002 winners of the PRISM INTERNATIONAL NATURAL STONE DESIGN COMPETITION, the 3rd annual celebration of the creative use of natural stone in design and architecture, were presented at Coverings' All Industry Awards Breakfast in Orlando, FL,...

"The Story of Texas" is told with granite.(Texas State History Museum, Austin, Texas)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... With its asymmetric design and massive curves, the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin, TX, was fabricated with locally quarried Sunset Red and Carnelian granite to achieve its central mission: telling the "Story of Texas" The...

Stone fair to take place in Brazilian stoneworking region: the 14th edition of the International Marble and Granite Fair is set for August 28 to 31 in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espirito Santo, Brazil.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The State of ESPIRITO SANTO, BRAZIL, will greet the international stone industry from August 28 to 31, when the international Marble and Granite Fair is held in the city of Cachoeiro de Itapemirim. Visitors from around the world will not only...

Stone sealers: function, facts, fallacies. (Forum).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... The primary function of a stone sealer is to provide stain resistance to a porous stone. To best understand the realistic expectations of stone sealers, the operative word "resistance" should be viewed in terms of "reaction time." There are...

Continuing education course on stone materials for AIA architects again offered by veronafiere.(American Institute of Architects)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Veronafiere, along with co-sponsors the Italian Trade Commission and Stone World magazine, will again offer a continuing education course for U.S. architects in conjunction with MARMOMACC, the International Exhibition of Marble, Stone and...

Leading diamond products. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Endorsed by the granite and marble industry's leading manufacturers and suppliers, Abrasive Technology's dependable diamond discs produce superior finishes. Our Super-Edge[TM], Metal Bond Cupwheel, Straight-Edge[TM] and Granite Clean-Up tools...

Alony Marble, Ltd. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Alony, the largest marble company in the Middle East, offers its innovative Tumbled Jerusalem Stone tiles, produced in any size ordered up to 24 x 24 inches (61x61 cm). "You can build on Alony" Alony Marble, Ltd. Israel ...

Quality materials. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... The marketing program of Antolinl Luigi & C., S.p.A., has been renewed by founder Lulgi Antoltini, with his son, Alberto, who established the "Stone Boutique," a special showroom where pre-finished onyxes and alabasters appear as "open books."...

Over 3,000 products, over 200 vendors. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... With over 3,000 products from over 200 vendors, Bonanza Trade & Supply provides a convenient one-stop shopping source with incredible prices. We stock everything required for stone fabrication, installation, restoration and maintenance. Whether...

Akemi Liquid Glove. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
August 1, 2002... Akemi Liquid glove was designed to act as a skin protection against severe contamination from grease, oil, adhesive agents and pigments. Before you start working, rub Liquid Glove on your hands, let dry and you will be protected throughout the...

New electric polishing tool. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Alpha Professional Tools introduces a new electric polishing tool designed for use in the shop or on the job site. It comes equipped with a carrying case, a castor assembly, water hose and faucet adapter. Alpha Professional Tools ...

Vacuum Material Handling Equipment. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... The Anver Vacuum Material Handling Equipment for all applications and industries catalog includes a complete range of vacuum lifters, titters and rotators; ergonomic vacuum lifters; mill-duty lifters up to 60,000 lbs. Capacity; and...

Bestview countertops. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Bestview International is a leading manufacturer and importer of natural stone products. Our pre-fabricated kitchen countertops and bathroom vanity top sets are ready to serve both residential and commercial projects. Our goal is to provide...

Rustic Granite. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Allied Supply Pte. Ltd., a reputable Chinese stone manufacturer and exporter, carries a complete line of Rustic Granite products. Allied Supply has expanded this line to include various-sized tiles, patterned tiles, floor patterns, moldings,...

Ankur International, Inc. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... The marble and granite for this lavish house, worth more than a million dollars, was supplied by Ankur International, Inc. the customer chose Jerusalem Gray for the foyer for an antique kind of look, which seems to be a popular trend these...

The finest granite. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Since 1851, Cremar S.p.A. has featured the finest granite products in tile, slobs, field-dressed panels and architectural elements. Stones range from the best quality Glallo Veneziano to Cremar's exclusive materials such as Juprarana Vicente to...

Diamond Productions. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... ROSEX diamond resin discs with high segments provide long life and are uniquely designed aterways for swarf removal and flat surfaces to grind and polish, bringing the stone to a factory finish. DIAFLEX bring the work piece to a fine polish and...

French limestone. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Francepierre-Sogepierre has been supplying materials for residential as well as commercial applications for over 120 years. With a range of 25 different types of limestone, the company is successful in drawing the attention of architects around...

Hard backed mosaics and basket weaves. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Instile Stone introduces its patented hard-backed mosaics and basket weaves. Available in a combination of stone, steel and glass. Exclusive to Instile, the 3/8- x 3/8- inch slats mosaic. Instile Stone Rahway, NJ 1-888-instile ...

New adhesive line from Custom Building Products. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Custom Building Products announces a comprehensive new line of adhesives for virtually every type of the installation. Led by two premium products, OmniGrip[TM] Ultimate Tile Adhesive and TripleGrip[TM] Premium Tile Adhesive, this new family...

New line and new locations. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Galilee Stone Products is proud to announce its new line of Tumbled/Mosaics and Biblical material. This unique line of products is made at the company's factory in Israel, using the best colors of the "Jerusalem Stone Materials." The company is...

BCM 400 circular saw. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Features: Sturdy one-piece construction * Variable speed gantry * Variable speed bridge * Blade miter 0 to 45 degrees * 2 speed motor for marble and granite * Digital display of movements Option: Laser International Machine Corp. ...

Natural stone products. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Specialized in manufacturing various kinds of natural stone products such an tiles, slabs, kitchen countertops, tombstones, carvings, flooring, cladding, curbs, cubic stones, pavings, blocks and cut-to-size products. Dawa Stone ...

Slate, sandstone & quartzite. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Echeguren Slate Inc. is an importer/exporter and distributor of slate, sandstone and quartzite. The company has a large inventory of flooring and roofing tiles, dimensional slabs and random flagging from Africa, Brazil, China, India, Spain and...

Slabs from around the world. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... International Granite & Marble Corp. (IGM) offers a wide variety of granite slabs from around the world, fabricated at the company's state-of-the-art factories in Carrara, Italy. Pictured is a countertop of Verde Maritaca granite, which was...

International Tile and Stone Show. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... International tile and Stone Show, which will be held from October 24 to 27 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas, is in Partnership with the Marmomacc Show in Verona. 100% dedicated to natural and engineered stone and tile. Thousands of attendees...

20 years of quality products. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... We manufacture a complete line of competitively priced bridge saws, edge detail machines and accessories for the stone fabricating industry. Johnson Marble Machinery has been manufacturing and deliverag quality products for the past 20...

Ultimate stone cutting technology. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Matrix Stone Products in the home of the GSC-288 and the sew SUPRA, the ultimate in stone-cutting technology. Visit our Web site for details on shop tools, material handling equipment and shop supplies. Matrix Steno Products Upland, CA...

Limestone/honed stone counter care kit. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Miracle Sealants Co. is proud to announce the addition at Limestone/Honed Stone Care Kit This is a unique kit offering to aid in the day-to-day care of limestone and honed stone counters, vanities, and tabletop. The kit can effectively protect...

New line of Profiling Wheels. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Regent Products and Marmoelettromeccanica USA introduce four new lines of Profiling Wheels. (Zenith, Crome, Bronze and Saldabrasa) This new Generation of technology is guaranteed to meet you production and cost needs. Call us today at...

Amazing range of products. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... The Lotus collection offers and amazing range of products that include: Granite, Marble -- Tiles & Slabs, State, Travertine, Sandstone, Quartz, Limestone and other natural stone used externally. New products are being constantly added to...

Bellinzoni Stone Polish. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Bellinzoni Stone polish was specifically designed to clean, polish and maintain marble, granite and agglomerate surfaces. This product is perfect for the layman along with the homeowner. It's perfect for kitchen and bath countertops as well as...

Slate and quartzite mosaics. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Natural cleft, gauged, calibrated, sawn cut, tumbled and honed slate and quartzite tiles, mosaics and borders are our standard production. Sizes include 12- x 12- x 3/8-inch mesh-mounted mosaics with individual pieces 1/2 x 1/2, 1 x 1,1 x 2,2 x...

French limestone. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... French limestone quarrier and fabricator, Rocamat sne, has enjoyed a history of making its architectural mark in North America and helping to reinforce limestone's popularity in the U.S. The company has supplied material for both 900 North...

Revolutionary innovation. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Marmoelettromeccanica has recently discovered a new technology to produce vaccum brazed diamond tools (contour wheels pos 1 and 2). Wonderful results for cutting. Lasts three times longer than traditional brazed tools. As from 145 euros. ...

Natural stone products. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Meshoppen Stone Inc. is a quarrier of natural Pennsylvania fieldstone, flagstone and treads as well as other natural stone products. We ship full truck loads of stone, 16 pallets, nationally, For more information and a price list, call...

New automatic gantry saw offers large capacity, low price. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Park Industries has introduced the all-new YUKON automatic gantry diamond saw. Its powerful 20hp direct-drive electric motor arbor powers diamond blades up to 24 inches in diameter. A touch-screen machine control until allows programming...

Insurance for the stone industry.
August 1, 2002... Schechner Lifson Corp., the marble, stone and tile insurance connection, is the leading supplier of insurance in the U.S. for your industry. Call Chris Fletcher or Marc Rosenkrantz of Schechner Lifson at 800-279-9360 or 800-475-0826 (N.J). ...

Terminator bridge saw blades. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... These blades utilize high-performance, layered sandwich segment technology, which allows the blade to remain sharp and true during the entire life of the blade. This enables the blade to continue to cut aggressively, even down to the rim....

Superior bridge saw. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... This powerful yet simple to operate bridge saw perfectly balances performance and value. With a massive 10. X 10-Inch steel bridge and rugged 20 hp drive motor, this saw has the power to cut stone with precision and speed. Every machine...

Diamond router bits. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... All of our diamond router bits are straight from Italy. We carry them in all shapes and sizes. We offer the lowest prices available on the market for the same product and performance. The Cutting Edge Las Vegas, NV 702-739-8930;...

Laser engraving. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... The Vytek laser engraving systems was designed specifically for the stone, monument and tile industries. Using artwork created by hand, photo or computer, the laser engraver quickly reproduces images into stone that are permanent. The...

Ancient finish granites. (Product & Literature Guide).
August 1, 2002... Advantages: More durable, less porous than marble, limestone or other natural stones. Surface Finish: Beautiful finish resembles centuries of natural wear. Applications: Interior unit Exterior; Wall and Floor installations. Stone...

Largest water recycling plants. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Being respectful to nature, Tekmar has always aimed to protect the environment from the very beginning of the production. Both in its Bullock and Yatagan factories, Tekmar has set up the largest water recycling plants in the Turkish marble...

Magnum CNC machine. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... The Magnum produces all custom edges from ogee, triple waterfall to flat polish. U.S. granite gives you the machines, the guidance and the knowledge to help your business grow -- guaranteed. U.S. Granite Machinery Barrington, IL ...

Quadra-Tilt 360 with sliding vacuum pads. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... The Quadra-Tilt 360 utilizes sliding adjustable vacuum pads to maximize versatility and a unique four-bar tilt mechanism to minimize the effort of tilting loads between flat and upright positions. Holes or defects in the load surface are easily...

MG Titanium diamond blades. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... The first diamond blades to combine fast, chip-tree cutting with long life, MG Titanium granite blades have revolutionized the natural stone industry. Utilizing the cutting edge technologies of Titanium Encapsulation and Sandwich Segments, MG...

New liquid wax from Tenax. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Tenax just introduced a new water-based wax called Sealux to achieve a higher gloss finish on engineered stone and granite. The wax is water-based and does not contain products harmful or hazardous. From in-house trials, the points Sealux...

Renovation of NY Court of Appeals. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Vermont Quarries has begun processing slabs of Danby marble for the renovation of the Now York Court of Appeals in Albany. Consisting of approximately 25,000 square feet of 3.5-inch-thick (9 cm) slabs, completion of the project is expected in...

World Wide Stone. (Product & Literature Guide).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... This 12- x 12 1/2- x 3/8-inch pattern consists of three different lengths of 2-inch tiles. It is large enough for floors, but will easily work for wine cellars, bathrooms, wainscots, kitchens, and whatever you envision. World Wide Stone...

Bonsal. (New Products).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Bonsal's new B-7000 is a 100% solid, chemical-resistant and water-cleanable tile setting and grouting epoxy. B-7000 is a three-part epoxy that cures by chemical reaction. Part A is resin, part B is hardener, part C is Bonsal polymer modified...

Stone Tech Professional. (New Products).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Stone Tech Professional introduces heavy-duty coating stripper for tile and stone and wet look lacquer for natural stone, masonry and concrete. The heavy duty coating stripper removes tough coatings to prepare a surface for a new finish,...

Stonepoxy AR. (New Products).(advertisement)
August 1, 2002... Stonepoxy AR is a two-component product based on epoxy resins, selected fine-grain aggregates and special additives according to a formula developed in the Bellizoni research laboratories, the company reports. The two components are mixed to...

SGM. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... SGM introduces a new grout kit with eight new colors added to the palette. The new colors reflect fashion trends in the industry and will be available in Unsanded Dry-Set and Security Polymer grouts, according to the company. The new colors...

M 940 bridge sawing machine. (New Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Pedrini introduces the M 940 bridge sawing machine for simple cuts or sophisticated shapes in tombstone art, building and interior decoration. Coupling surfaces for the shoulders and the housings for the rack, guide rods and synchronization...

Levibreton KG 3000. (New Equipment).(from Breton S.p.A.)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Now offered by Breton S.p.A. is the new Levibreton KG 3000. New characteristics include an increased number of heads from 19 to 21 as well as a new model of the grinding head SP/6/VP with larger dimensioned high-speed diamond rollers engineered...

Calendar.
August 1, 2002... 2002 August 28-31 14th International Marble and Granite Fair, Parque de Exposicoes Carlos Caiado Barbosa, Cachoeiro de Itapemirm, ES, Brazil. Contact: Ilson Milaneze, Milanez & Milaneze; 55 27 3337 6855; Fax: 55 27 3337 4011;...

Fantini. (New Equipment).
August 1, 2002... Fantini's new chain saw model, the 70.RA/P/S, contains a new type of modular rail to guarantee maximum stability during cutting operations. It has a 38 mm cutting width as well as a 3-15 cm/min cutting speed compared to the 0-13 cm/min cutting...

International Machine Corp. (New Equipment).
August 1, 2002... New to the American market from International Machine Corp. is the BCM400. This new circular saw features a sturdy one-piece con-struction, variable speed gantry and bridge and a two-speed motor for marble and granite. The blade tilts up to 45...

Matrix Stone Products. (Machine of the Month).(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2002... Matrix Stone Products' new Daytona XL Automatic Edge Profile System is a blend of technology and simplicity wrapped up in a heavy-duty package. The company reports that the machine is capable of producing a variety of popular edge profiles to a...

Yellow fantasy granite. (Stone of the Month).
August 1, 2002... Yellow Fantasy granite country of origin India water absorption 0.43% specific gravity 2.60 bulk density 2,780 kg/cu.m This Stone of the Month supplied by Liberty Granite, Stoughton, MA....