Stone World articles from July 2006

Stone World archives from July 2006

An appreciation of stone architecture.(STONE COLUMN)
July 1, 2006... With the explosive growth of granite kitchen countertops in the U.S., it is natural that much of our attention--and Stone World's editorial coverage--is dedicated to this segment of the industry. In this issue alone, we look at the operations...

Marble and Granite, Inc. opens new showroom and warehouse.(NEWSLINE)
July 1, 2006... Marble and Granite, Inc., one of New England's largest wholesalers of stone products, recently had a Grand Opening of its newest indoor warehouse and showroom in Milford, CT, on May 3 and 4. Officiated by the Mayor of Milford, a ribbon cutting...

TCNA laboratory offers dimension stone testing.(Tile Council of North America)
July 1, 2006... The Tile Council of North America's (TCNA) Product Performance Testing Laboratory expanded its testing services to provide critical information for non-load-bearing and load-bearing applications of dimension stone used in interior or exterior...

Custom Building Products honored for Hurricane relief efforts.(NEWSLINE)
July 1, 2006... Custom[R] Building Products, a leading manufacturer of tile and stone installation systems, has been honored by Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, CA, for its $160,000 donation to Habitat for Humanity's Operation Home Delivery. The program...

VIP trip to Marmomacc in Verona, Italy, is planned.(NEWSLINE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... International Trade Center, Inc. of New York, NY, is offering a VIP trade trip to the Marmomacc exhibition in Verona, Italy, which will take place from October 5 to 8, 2006. The land package to Verona--from October 5 to 9--includes the...

One liners.(appointments)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... Alpha Professional Tools[R] has announced that Oscar Soltero has joined its sales team. He will be responsible for the Northern California territory, including the Reno/Lake Tahoe area of Nevada. Soltero has many years of experience in the tile...

Statistics.(Statistical table)
July 1, 2006... March 2006 | Imports to the U.S. Customers value in dollars does not include insurance or freight GRANITE MARBLE* COUNTRY U.S. $ TONS U.S. $ TONS ARAB EMIRATES ...

Endurastone builds distribution.(Distribution agreements)(Viking Distributors)(EnduraStone, LLC)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... PHOENIX, AZ -- Since its launch at Surfaces 2006, EnduraStone, LLC has been busy locking up distribution across the country. The company has announced that Tri-West Ltd., Arley Wholesale and Viking Distributors have joined SeaPac Sales as...

Honoring Earth Day.(celebrations of Stone Mart of North Hollywood)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA -- Stone Mart of North Hollywood, CA, hosted a "Unique Fossil Event" at its designer collection showroom in celebration of Earth Day 2006. The hands-on fossil presentation was exhibited by the La Brea Tar Pits Page...

Matrix relocates to new facility.(NEWS)
July 1, 2006... RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA -- Matrix Stone Products recently relocated its corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility--formerly located in Upland, CA--to its new location in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. The first phase of the move started in December...

Laticrete celebrates 50 years.(NEWS)
July 1, 2006... ORLANDO, FL -- Laticrete International celebrated its 50th anniversary as a leading producer of innovative tile and stone installation systems in grand style during Coverings 2006 in Orlando, FL. Henry M. Rothberg, Laticrete founder and...

Brasil Quarries expands.(NEWS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2006... SERRA, BRAZIL -- Brasil Quarries Imp. e Exp. Ltda.'s new office buildings occupy over 600 cubic meters, and the company is pleased to now work out of its own space. All buildings have been built with wood frames, and many large glass panels....

CaesarStone offers Advantage Program for fabricators.(CaesarStone Advantage Program)
July 1, 2006... SUN VALLEY, CA -- CaesarStone, known throughout the world as the original manufacturer of quartz surfaces, is set to introduce another first--the CaesarStone Advantage Program. The first industry program of its kind, the CaesarStone Advantage...

Dedicated to sports service.(NEWS)
July 1, 2006... DEERFIELD BEACH, FL -- Mapei sponsored marathon runner Rita Jeptoo of Kenya won the Women's Division of the 110th Boston Marathon with a time of 2:28:38. Wearing the trademark Mapei "cubes" and logo on her running outfit, Jeptoo came in 24th...

Optimizing the showroom experience: with three consumer-friendly "Stone Habitat" design centers in the region, Chicago Granite & Marble, Inc. is looking to fuel its business by inspiring homeowners.(RE-EMERGING U.S. STONE INDUSTRY)
July 1, 2006... To feed its modern fabrication plant in Franklin Park, IL, Chicago Granite & Marble, Inc. has taken point-of-purchase merchandising to a premium level. The company's three "Stone Habitat" design centers--located throughout the Chicagoland...

Continued expansion for Northwest fabricator: Fine Line Pacific of Western Washington recently relocated to an 110,000-square-foot facility in Kent, WA, which houses state-of-the-art equipment from CMS North America/Brembana, and it marked the occasion with a Grand Opening celebration.(Fabricator Case Study)
July 1, 2006... Since last featured by Stone World in April 2005, Fine Line Pacific of Kent, WA, has increased its production rate, added new machinery to its operation and moved both its stone plant and solid surface fabrication under one roof. On May 19,...

Managing a disciplined work crew: while Lake Cumberland Marble & Granite of Somerset, KY, is still new to the stone industry, founder Doug Day has almost three decades of experience behind him.(Fabricator Case Study)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... Although Lake Cumberland Marble & Granite has only been in operation for the past two years, its founder, Doug Day, has almost three decades of stone industry-related experience under his belt. Day has been working in the stone industry for the...

What is the Stone Fabricators Alliance? In this Online Stone Fabricators Forum--conducted at www.stoneadvice.com--some of the charter members of the Stone Fabricators Alliance explain the group's mission and goals, as well as their collaboration with existing trade associations.
July 1, 2006... Q: I would like for the Stone Fabricators Alliance (SFA) members to explain the organization to our readers. What are its goals, objectives, etc., and more importantly, how is it looking to achieve these objectives? Also, how does the SFA...

2006 Tucker Design Awards: honoring outstanding stone architecture, the winners of the Building Stone Institute's prestigious Tucker Design Awards were recently honored at a gala event in San Francisco, CA.
July 1, 2006... The Building Stone Institute recently announced the recipients of the biennial Tucker Design Awards for outstanding stone architecture for 2006. The awards were presented on May 19 at the Tucker Design Awards ceremony, held this year at the...

2006 Prism Awards: the Prism Stone in Architecture Awards--presented at Coverings 2006--showcased outstanding stone use in a variety of applications.(Awards list)(Awards list)
July 1, 2006... Once again, the Prism Stone in Architecture Awards were part of Coverings exhibition that took place in Orlando, FL, from April 4 to 7. The competition--conducted annually by Coverings together with the Marble Institute of America and...

Understanding and avoiding efflorescence.(methods)
July 1, 2006... We have all seen it. That chalky white powdery residue that is evident on newer brick and block masonry projects. Unfortunately, it can also occur on newer stone installations as well. That chalky white powdery residue is called efflorescence....

Libya: Curator of Greek, Roman and Byzantine stonework.(travelers description)
July 1, 2006... Because I can!" This was the response to my incredulous questioner about why in the world I was going to Libya. But it wasn't just the lure of a once-forbidden land; it was the siren-song of the remains of the Greek, Roman and Byzantine cities...

Italian stone sector anxious for relief: although the overall trade balance is still negative, the Italian stone industry is seeing some signs of recovery emerge, according to a report released by Internazionale Marmi e Macchine (IMM).(Industry overview)
July 1, 2006... The trade balance of the Italian stone industry is still slightly on the decrease, but signs of recovery have emerged on the international front--and Italian companies are looking to make the most of it. These are the findings of Internazionale...

GranQuartz distributes ADI tooling in U.S.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Founded in 1980, ADI is the internationally recognized leader in the design and production of CNC tooling for the stone industry. GranQuartz is proud to be the exclusive U.S. distributor for ADI products, and as partners, both companies are...

A leading innovator in new technology.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The Antolini city of stone, situated on the banks of the Adige River just north of the ancient city of Verona in Italy, has the largest collection of natural stone in the world. The ever-changing lifestyle showrooms illustrate their versatility...

Giallo Napoleone: the original.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... To view a full line of our stone collection, please visit our Web site at www.granitex.it. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Circle No. 14

A worldwide brand name and a registered trademark in the natural stone sector.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Commitment to customer satisfaction and loyalty, superior quality production, reliability, experienced staff, innovative systems, rapid service, modern headquarters and facilities all attribute to Tekmar's success. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

MS International, Inc. opens new distribution centers.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... MS International, Inc. (MSI), the largest independent nationwide distributor of natural stone in North America, has opened three new distribution centers, introduced two new product lines and rolled out a technology-driven supply chain to over...

Install tile faster, easier and smarter with EasyMat underlayment from Custom.
July 1, 2006... Every tile professional knows that surface preparation can be the most time-consuming, labor-intensive part of the job. Until now, options for creating an acceptable, stable substrate have been limited to just a few choices--primarily cement or...

"Authentic Durango Stone[TM]" by World Wide Stone Corp.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... In January 2006, World Wide Stone Corp.[TM] proudly introduced many new materials from a new face of our quarry. All the materials have received a strong acceptance in the market since the unveiling at Surfaces and Coverings in 2006. Our...

Bestview offers mosaic product line.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... As a leading manufacturer and importer of natural stone products, Bestview International specializes in granite, marble and slate products for both residential and commercial projects. Our product line includes floor and wall tiles, rough-edge...

Marcolini's Namibian collection.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Marcolini Marmi continues to expand its range of new exotic materials. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For 2006, the main protagonist...

Mystic Granite & Marble introduces two new product lines.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Mystic Granite & Marble, one of the largest distributors of natural stone tile and slabs in the southeast, is proud to announce the addition of two new product lines to provide an even wider selection of materials for any residential or...

Tab India sponsors contemporary yet traditional public art project in Jaipur.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Tab India dedicates to the city and people of Jaipur an extraordinary work of art entitled 'In the Path of the Sun and the Moon: Universal Being' by the innovative French Sculptor, Christian Lapie. Initiated by the Friends of Jaipur Trust,...

French limestone by Francepierre.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Francepierre is a long-established group of companies producing and processing French limestone materials. Its own network of quarries is located in Burgundy and in the Southwest of France, source of a large range of materials. ...

Cyclone core bits provide high performance.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Diamax Industries is committed to serving the stone industry in three distinct ways. First, to introduce new innovative tools to the market that make fabrication faster and more efficient. Second, to enhance product performance by applying the...

A leader in stone handling and storage systems.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Groves Inc., a leader in stone handling and storage systems, offers a large variety of products to the industry, including the following: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * New heavy-duty bundle racks designed for...

Angelica quarry.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The Angelica quarry is one of the most versatile quarries Gallos Marmoleria owns. The much sought after yellow colors that come out of this resourceful quarry output a magnificent array of colors that range from the functional light creams to...

Offering a variety of Turkish materials.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Basaranlar Marble is one of the leading marble manufacturers in Turkey, and its factory was established at the Denizli Industrial Park in 1990. The factory has three different sections: one for slabs, one for tiles and one for antiqued stones,...

Matrix Stone Products receives positive customer feedback.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... "We run two Sebring gantry saws and two Daytona XL edge profiling systems from Matrix Stone Products. We are pleased as punch with them. They are unbelievable. They run constantly, and we have never had any problems whatsoever with them....

Customers rave about Matrix products.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... "We have owned a Matrix Stone Products GSC-2001 gantry saw for years and all I can say is that it has been awesome. Aside from our normal maintenance we have done not so much as change a fuse on it. Based on that track record, we decided...

Matrix satisfies customer demands.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... "With the amount of highly creative custom work in the shop that comes in all shapes and sizes, we recently purchased a Daytona XL edge profiling system from Matrix Stone Products. All I say over and over is what did we do without it! The...

Levantina: a leader in the natural stone sector.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Since the very beginning, Levantina has always extracted stone from its own quarries, and it considers the quarry operations to be the "pillar" which supports the company's production and commercial activities. The company strives to be...

Scholarships available for Verona's "Designing with Natural Stone".(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... In one day (out of the course's four), architects: * watch stone being quarried * tour stone-processing facilities * observe the application of stone panels made from this same material to the facade of a new building The...

"Great things happen when men and mountains meet".(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... It all started in 1991 when a small company, Pokarna Granites Ltd., (now Pokarna Ltd.), saw the light of the day and started its business with quarrying of the world-renowned Black Galaxy. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This was followed by...

Offering a line of specialized machinery.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Regent Machine Corp. (RMC) offers a complete line of specialized equipment for the fabrication of natural and engineered stone countertops. Our exclusive relationships with some of the world's top equipment manufacturers enable us to provide...

Salem Stone offers GMM Rotex 39.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The, GMM Rotex 39, which is available from Salem Stone, answers the need for high-speed, high-accuracy applications such as automated production lines, complex interior work, spiral staircases and other architectural pieces. This versatile saw...

Water Treatment Technologies offers water recycling for stone fabricators.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The economical and environmental choice A small- to medium-sized stone fabrication shop can easily require 40 to 50 gallons per minute (gpm) of water to operate its bridge saw, a single-head edge polisher, a CNC, a few hand polishers and a...

Best Cheer Stone offers Gem Blue and Gem Agate.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Gem Blue Chemical composition: K(Li, Al)3(Al, Si)4 O10(F, OH)2 Crystal system: monoclinic Hardness: 3.5 Mohs Color: violet to pale pink or white, and rarely, gray or yellow [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Gem Blue is a mica....

Campolonghi supplies material for projects worldwide.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... La Facciata is a company belonging to the Campolonghi Group, a world leader in the stone industry. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Started in 1962 as a marble quarry, it has developed over the years, and now the factory includes a full sawing...

Introducing new materials.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Marmi Bruno Zanet has been operating in the natural stone sector since 1958. Thanks to the constant research of new opportunities, and to several trips to resourceful destinations, the company can now offer a vast and complete range of marbles...

Braxton-Bragg launches new Web site.(SHOWCASE 2006)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... Braxton-Bragg was founded in 1995 with the philosophy of offering customers excellent service, quality products, good values, in-stock availability, the latest technology, fabrication techniques and improvements. Today, Braxton-Bragg still runs...

Akdo to open state-of-the-art Connecticut showroom.(SHOWCASE 2006)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... Akdo, an industry leader for over a decade, is expanding both its presence in the northeast, and nationally. The company is currently building a new showroom, warehouse and office complex in Bridgeport, CT, which is due to open in September....

VIC International announces "try before you buy program".(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... For over 28 years, VIC International Corp. has been known for being in the forefront of technology and quality, and now you can actually try their equipment before you buy it. With over 2,500 square feet dedicated to the demonstration of CNC...

The history of Jacigua Group.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Jacigua Group is located in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim City, known as the capital of marble and granite. In 1979, Jacigua Group began its activities with IMJ Co., selling only raw white marble slabs. All the production was destined for the...

Walker Zanger offers a broad range of materials.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Used in architecture since the dawn of civilization, stone's durability and beauty have always signified luxury and refinement. Culled from countless quarries the world over, Walker Zanger's stone collection brings you unrivaled breadth and...

If you could only attend one stone industry event, StonExpo 2006 should be the one!(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... With StonExpo 2005 breaking records across the board, StonExpo 2006 is poised to be bigger and better, and be one of the main stone events of the year. StonExpo is the only U.S. stone event that is all about stone--delivering new products,...

Hindustan Granites scales new heights with focus on execution.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Hindustan Granites' exemplary growth has been accomplished by the visionary thinking of its founders in continuously bringing in the most exotic, vibrant, fresh and appealing colors from every corner of the world to cater to its very demanding...

Substitute Thassos technology from Stone Boss.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Bellinzoni Thassos is a new two-component, pre-colored polyester specifically designed for light-colored crystalline stones because it does not seep or bleed into the area surrounding any microscopic fractured crystals in the stone. Ordinary...

Offering decades of industry-related experience.(SHOWCASE 2006)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... The Silver Stream Group, originally founded in Brazil, is an American-based company located in Deerfield Beach, FL. The company is operated by the Wagner Nolasco and associates, who have been in the stone business since the middle of the 20th...

Value inspired performance by Salem Stone.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Salem Stone's machinery division, Bergman-Blair, offers one of the most comprehensive arrays of fabricating equipment available to the industry today. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] No other line of equipment offers better performance, or...

Timeless looks, endless possibilities.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... When you deal with Ozer International, you get more than the timeless beauty of Turkish stone. You get the skill, insight, craftsmanship and volume you need for any project of any size. From the simplest backsplash and counter treatment, to a...

GranQuartz offers "Total Solutions" material handling program.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The "Total Solutions" material handling program from GranQuartz can increase a stone fabricator's shop productivity by 25%. The "Total Solutions" program is a comprehensive line of equipment for every stage of stone handling; unloading,...

Sea Foam and Emerald Green: beauty, resistance and exclusiveness by Michelangelo.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... With current production capacity of over 300 cubic meters per month of each material, Michelangelo is now operating two new quarries to fulfill market demand. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Michelangelo's Sea Foam...

Reactor[TM]: another Pearl Abrasive Co. innovation.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Pearl Abrasive Co. has developed A.D.M.[TM] (Advanced Diamond Matrix) Technology, a more efficient method of diamond placement that replaces the random clustering of diamonds. This new-engineered diamond matrix greatly improves blade...

Italian supplier of marble and granite.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... La Ponte Marmi Srl is an import/export company that has been serving the marble and granite sector since 1966, offering different alternatives to a world market with a large selection of products and finishing. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Braxton-Bragg offers Achilli bridge saw.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Braxton-Bragg is proud to present the new, updated TFM 3000-PLC bridge saw from Achilli. Achilli has a 55-year history of building quality machinery for the stone industry at affordable prices. This upgraded version of the reliable Achilli TFM...

IGE Solutions "single source" philosophy continues to fuel company growth.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... IGE Solutions, Inc. is the exclusive North American distributor for several product lines of heavy capital equipment used in the fabrication of stone slabs (granite and marble). Additionally, IGE Solutions supports this equipment by offering...

150th anniversary of the Grein Group.(SHOWCASE 2006)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... The year 2006 marked great achievements for the Grein Group, starting with the official opening festivities of Grein Brazil's new headquarters, combined with the Vitoria Stone Fair in February. In April, the Grein Group participated...

Triple your productivity of vertical stone or tile installations and reduce labor costs by 35%.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Imagine a three-man crew being able to vertically clad 400 to 500 square feet of stone, porcelain or ceramic tile in a single day with ease and accuracy. Up until now, this was not possible. Traditional methods such as mechanical anchoring,...

Marmo Meccanica offers horizontal edge polishing machines.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The Marmo Meccanica LTT is the leading edge-polishing machine of the company's range, available in North American through Marmo Machinery USA. It is a compact machine with a horizontal belt for thicknesses up to 6 cm in marble, granite and...

Marble & Granite International offers unique Saudi granite.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Marble & Granite International, as the holder of the quarries concession, offers the unique grades of Saudi granite that are unobtainable anywhere else in the world, using state-of-the-art production equipment and techniques to guarantee the...

Keystone Tools Co. history and profile.(SHOWCASE 2006)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... Keystone Tools was established in 2003 to give the stone fabricator an alternative when buying tools and supplies. Our experienced staff understands the problems fabricators face, and has the technical expertise to answer their questions and...

Marmoelettromeccanica offers outstanding CNC wheel technology.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... The combination of Frangistone, Zenith, Bi-Power and Longlife wheels allows Marmoelettromecannica to offer the perfect system for any CNC machine. This system will allow you to produce the perfect edge with no touch up work. [ILLUSTRATION...

Bermarmol SA--a company with 40 years of experience in the natural stone industry--owns travertine quarry in Turkey.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Bermarmol SA, with a head office in Novelda, Spain, has dedicated 40 years to extraction, processing and exporting of natural stone. The company has been growing steadily, until being among the leading producers and dealers of Spanish marble...

Offering high-quality products at a reasonable price.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Dakshin Granites Pvt Ltd operates out of a state-of-the-art slab manufacturing plant with world-class granite processing machines. Dakshin Granites houses four Giorgini Maggi gangsaws and two Levibreton 20-head automatic polishing lines--with a...

Vytek does it again.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Vytek is proud to introduce the next big revolution in stone fabrication--Deep Stone Carving. Now, exclusively with Vytek Laser Systems, you can carve elegant designer patterns up to 1/8-inch deep in the most popular limestone, marble and...

Success through consistent quality, performance and innovation.(SHOWCASE 2006)(Company overview)
July 1, 2006... Superabrasive Inc. was founded in 1992 in Monroe, MI. Since its establishment, the company has been committed to providing the very best diamond products and services to its customers in the stone, concrete and optical industries. Superabrasive...

MS International, Inc. presents new product lines.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Earlier this year, MS International Inc. (MSI) also introduced the Platinum Collection, a collection of over 50 exclusive natural stones from around the globe. In light of the mass-market popularity of granite and marble countertops, MSI...

IMC offers Turbo 525 bridge saw.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... International Machine Corp. is now offering the Turbo 525 bridge saw. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Saw features include: * Blade miter 0 to 90 degrees manual * Laser sighting system * Movable remote control panel arm *...

Delivering top-quality innovative products.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Hard Rock Tool's primary goal is to provide solutions that help you increase productivity, maximize profits and lower operational costs by providing you with the following: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * A well-trained team of over 85...

Johnson Marble Machinery offers dependable service to customers.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... At Johnson Marble Machinery customer service isn't just a marketing slogan. We don't just sell you a bridge saw. We build a life-long relationship with you. We are there when you need us. Every day that your saw is down costs you money; with a...

The benefits of choosing Zucchi Granite.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... In its 12 years of existence, Zucchi Granite has managed to become one of the top granite companies in Brazil. The cornerstone of our success has always been the quality of our products and services. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Park introduces flat edge shaper and polisher.(SHOWCASE 2006)
July 1, 2006... Park Industries now offers the Fastback flat edge shaping and finishing machine, which is ideal for backsplashes for natural stone and quartz surfaces materials. The machine's vertical stone flow-through design is efficient at...