Stone World articles from December 2005

Stone World archives from December 2005

Statistics.(Illustration)
December 1, 2005... August 2005 | Imports to the U.S. Customers value in dollars does not include insurance or freight GRANITE MARBLE* COUNTRY U.S.$ TONS U.S.$ TONS ANTIGUA ...

Six ways to polish your bottom line.
December 1, 2005... Marmo Machinery USA offers fabricators the largest selection of automated in-line stone polishing equipment that can boost both production and the bottom line. These high production, continuous feed edge machines are available in either...

New robotic tile line arrives at factory.(NEWS)
December 1, 2005... DURANGO, MEXICO -- World Wide Stone Corp.'s new, state-of-the-art robotic tile line has arrived at its factories in Durango, Mexico, and is ready for assembly and start up. Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Spencer Cunningham...

Burlington slate moves into limestone production.(NEWS)
December 1, 2005... CUMBRIA, U.K. -- One of England's leading natural stone producers, Cumbria-based Burlington Slate Ltd., has announced its move into limestone production following its acquisition of the Baycliff quarry in neighboring Ulverston. Home to two...

Hard Rock Tool celebrates 10th Anniversary with sweepstakes.(NEWS)
December 1, 2005... ANAHEIM, CA -- After a year of anticipation, Hard Rock Tool congratulates Manny Madrigal of New Castle as its grand prize winner of the "Delivering Value 10th Anniversary Sweepstakes," which ran from October 18, 2004 to October 22, 2005. The...

Marmo Machinery USA extends and renews contracts.(E.A.M. Technology Systems )
December 1, 2005... SOUTHFIELD, MI -- Marmo Machinery USA has recently extended its contract with E.A.M. Technology Systems of Masa, Italy. According to the contract, Marmo Machinery USA will continue as the exclusive distributor of E.A.M. Technology Systems' CNC...

New from Braxton-Bragg: stainless steel undermount sinks.
December 1, 2005... Braxton-Bragg is very excited to offer our customers one more reason to buy fabrication supplies from only one place! We have searched far and wide to find a superb quality, superbly designed, durable and stylish sink. These new sinks could...

Attendance grows at Verona Fair: over 62,000 visitors were on hand for the Marmomacc exhibition in Verona, Italy, with more international attendees than ever before.(Marmomacc fair in Verona, Italy)
December 1, 2005... Once again, the Marmomacc fair in Verona, Italy, has confirmed its role as the international hub of the natural stone industry. The 40th edition of the International Natural Stone and Technology Exhibition, which took place from September 29 to...

What effect will the building green industry have on natural stone?
December 1, 2005... The concept of "building green" is gaining momentum and becoming more widespread in the design and construction industries. Inevitably, building green--with its emphasis on the environmental impact of building residential, institutional and...

StonExpo 2005 rises to the next level: under the new leadership of Hanley Wood, LLC, StonExpo 2005 demonstrated significant growth and increased activity on the show floor.
December 1, 2005... Held for the first time under the direction of Hanley Wood, LLC, StonExpo 2005 proved to be a successful event for both exhibitors and attendees alike. The exhibition, which took place from October 20 to 22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center,...

2005 Pinnacle Awards.
December 1, 2005... Each year, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) bestows its highly coveted Pinnacle Awards upon outstanding projects whose beauty, creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship exemplify professional mastery in the use of natural stone in commercial...

Bigger tile, bigger challenges: working with large-format tile.(Flooring installation )
December 1, 2005... Large-format natural stone tile is in demand for a variety of reasons. Designers like the aesthetically pleasing, open look it gives floors and walls in residential and commercial applications. Consumers like the natural beauty of a large stone...

Getting to know the BSI.(Building Stone Institute )
December 1, 2005... Through publications, study tours, seminars, architectural awards, meetings and conventions, Building Stone Institute (BSI) has met several objectives: promoting the use of natural stone; educating designers and masons and the clients they...

Upgrade to manufacturing. Achieve your operation's true potential with an integrated countertop manufacturing solution from Loffler.
December 1, 2005... An automated manufacturing solution can dramatically improve the productivity--and profitability--of your current fabricating operation. EuroStone Machine[R] can help you design a complete Loffler manufacturing solution that cuts costs as it...

Glossary of stone terms.
December 1, 2005... A abrasive finish -- a flat non-reflective surface finish for marble. abutment -- a solid stone "springer" at the lowest point of an arch or vault. adhered -- veneer secured and supported through adhesion to an approved bonding...

International glossary of stone terms.
December 1, 2005... absorption ITALIAN: assorbimento GERMAN: aufsaugung FRENCH: absorption SPANISH: absorbcion acid ITALIAN: acido GERMAN: saeure FRENCH: acide SPANISH: acido acid washed ITALIAN: lavato con acido...

Stone and tile from Portugal.
December 1, 2005... The natural stone and ceramics industries have deep roots in Portugal, revealed in the country's monuments, houses and streets. The variety and abundance of these materials is reflected in the imagination of Portuguese artists and architects...

Trade Associations.(directory)(Directory)
December 1, 2005... Alicante Marble Association, Marmol De Alicante, Asociacion De La Comunidad Valenciana Paseo de los Molinos, 23, P.O. Box 208 03660 Novelda (Alicante), Spain 34-96-560-6420 Fax: 34-96-560-5245 info@marmoldealicante.com ...

Trade names.(Directory)
December 1, 2005... Acajou -- Granicor Inc. Adair[TM] limestone -- Arriscraft International Inc. Adair[TM] marble -- Arriscraft International Inc. African Red -- Dorking AG Aged Stone -- Terramar Marmol S.A. de C.V. Agglosimplex-Marghestone...

Trade shows & organizers.(calendar)(Directory)
December 1, 2005... EVENT: American Institute of Architects National Convention & Expo (AIA) LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA TIME OF YEAR: June 8-10, 2006 ORGANIZER: M/C Communications, LLC, 380 Stuart St., Boston, MA 02116 PHONE: (617) 859-4475 ...

Calendar.(Calendar)
December 1, 2005... January 31 to February 3, 2006 Surfaces, Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV. Owned and operated by Hanley-Wood Exhibitions. Sponsored by the World Floor Covering Association. Contact: 1-800-547-3477; International calls contact:...

VIC International.(Machine of the month)
December 1, 2005... The Denver Quota CNC machine, available from VIC International of Knoxville, TN, has rapidly grown in popularity, VIC reports, citing the unit's price, features, ease of use and service. And according to VIC, the new Quota Tech should prove to...

Crema Novita marble.(Stone of the month)
December 1, 2005... This Stone of the Month supplied by Tekmar, Istanbul, Turkey. 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. To...

Stone suppliers.(directory )(Directory)
December 1, 2005... A & S Sales, Inc. 458 S. Pickett St. Alexandria, VA 22304-4706 (703) 461-8200; (888) 573-8200 Fax: (703) 461-8403 www.asgranite.com STONE MATERIALS: GR; LS; MA STONE PRODUCTS: CS; TI STATUS: Fabricator,...

Stone services.(directory)(Directory)
December 1, 2005... SERVICES American Equipment Finance LLC 258 King George Rd. Warren, NJ 07059 (908) 542-9330 Fax: (908) 542-9333 sshabazian@aefllc.com www.aefllc.com Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants P.O. Box 965 ...

Stone products.(Directory)
December 1, 2005... ACCESSORIES Alfredo Salvatori s.r.l., Italy Alony Marble Ltd., Israel * Antolini Luigi & C. S.p.A., Italy Avnei Shenhav, Ltd., Israel Caribe International, AZ Castelli Marble Inc., OH * Cold Spring Granite Co.,...

Distributor/importer.
December 1, 2005... DISTRIBUTOR ARGENTINA Genaro Y Andres De Stefano BELGIUM Belgian Quality Stone Brachot-Hermant N.V. Hullebusch NV La Pierre Bleue Belge Stone nv BRAZIL A. Pelucio Comercio E Export Acao Ltda. ...

Fabricating equipment & supplies.(Directory)
December 1, 2005... Abrasive Technology 8400 Green Meadows Dr., P.O. Box 545 Lewis Center, OH 43035 (740) 548-4100; (800) 964-8324 Fax: (740) 548-7617 customerservice@abrasive-tech.com www.abrasive-tech.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 26 ...

Installation & Stone Care Products.(Directory)
December 1, 2005... Akemi North America 1711 Church St. Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 563-4603 Fax: (631) 563-4655 info@akemina.com www.akemina.com REPS: Braxton-Bragg Corp., Brian Gambrell, (800) 575-44014 Fax: (800) 915-5501; National...