Stone World articles from June 2002

Stone World archives from June 2002

Rock of Ages named 2001 Exporter of the Year. (Newsline).(Vermont Chamber of Commerce)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Vermont International Business Council (VIBC), a standing committee of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, honored the Rock of Ages Corp.'s quarrying division in Barre, VT, as the 2001 Exporter of the Year. VIBC presents this annual award...

Las Vegas contractor invests in new machinery. (Newsline).(J and R KMS Custom Flooring contracts saws, Johnson Marble Machinery Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Located in the Las Vegas Valley of Nevada, J & R KMS Custom Flooring has expanded its operation with the addition of stone fabrication equipment from Johnson Marble Machinery, Inc. (JMM). The company, which is owned by Monte Del Dotto, Koral...

Frank Lloyd Wright building is completed after nearly 80 years. (Newsline).(Nakoma Country Club, Madison, Wisconsin)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Frank Lloyd Wright's, "Nakoma," which was conceived in 1924 when he was commissioned to design a clubhouse for the Nakoma Country Club in Madison, WI, was finally constructed as the centerpiece of Taliesin Architects-inspired Gold Mountain...

One liners. (Newsline).(various; stone industry)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Turkish stone producer, Medas, has moved to new offices. The company's new address is Aysin Sokak 7, Okmeydani, Istanbul, Turkey. The company's phone number (90-0212-222-6460) and fax number (90-0212-222-6464) remain the same. Matrix Stone...

A renaissance of slate roofing. (Stone Column).(Michael Reis, Stone World)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
June 1, 2002... With all of the inroads that natural stone is making in design -- for applications such as kitchen countertops, flooring, walls and exteriors -- it is interesting to note that one of the most traditional applications of natural stone in North...

Statistics.(United States imports)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. FEBRUARY 2002 Customs value in dollars does not include insurance of freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $ TONS...

Slate used in environmental design. (News).(Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs building, United Kingdom)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... CUMBRIA, ENGLAND -- Lying at the heart of Temple Quay House -- the new green and environment-friendly DEFRA (Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) office building in Bristol -- is a large, top-lit central atrium that is...

Grand Prize winner. (News).(T and M Supply Cos. awarded by National Association of Store Fixture Manufacturers)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... WHEELING, IL -- T&M Supply Cos. of Wheeling, IL, recently won a Grand Prize in the 2002 National Association of Store Fixture Manufacturer's (NASFM) Retail Design Award Competition for its designer stone showroom. The NASFM announced that...

New technical representative. (News).(Bobby Mitchell appointed Laticrete International Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... BETHANY, CT -- With over 10 years of experience in ceramic sales, Bobby Mitchell recently joined the Laticrete International, Inc. team as a technical representative. A past sales manager and representative in the ceramic tile industry, in...

Upgraded Web site. (News).(durangostone.com)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... SCOTTSDALE, AZ -- World Wide Stone Corp. [TM], an international quarrier and producer of natural stone products, has a new look and a newly upgraded Web site: www.durangostone.com. The Web site reinforces the company's leadership as the...

Enters solid surface industry. (News).(Braxton-Bragg Corp.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... KNOXVILLE, TN -- Braxton-Bragg Corp. has announced its official entry into the solid surface industry. "We have been extremely successful in the stone and tile industry by totally focusing on the hundreds of details necessary to improve...

New office location. (News).(Stone Dimensions Inc. opens in the Merchandise Mart World Trade Center in Chicago)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... CHICAGO, IL -- Stone Dimensions, Inc., a Waukesha, WI, manufacturer of Buffalo Stone[TM] furniture, has opened a new office in the Merchandise Mart World Trade Center in Chicago. The new location is located on the third floor of the...

Seminar to be held. (News).(Waterjet Symposium July 21 to 23)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... KENT, OH -- Richel, Inc. will be offering a Waterjet Symposium, which is scheduled from July 21 to 23 at the Sheraton Suites Hotel in Akron, OH. The idea for this seminar surfaced from the company's experience of conducting nearly 40 waterjet...

Carvising a niche in the slate industry: Vermont Specialty Slate has grown from a producer of slate signage to a supplier of slate roofing and tiles as well as other architectural products. (Re-emerging U. S. Stone Industry).(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
June 1, 2002... The back roads of Vermont-and much of New England-offer a broad cross section of slate roofing, from classic houses and barns to new developments. But the use of natural slate roofing expands far beyond New England, and the increased demand for...

English slate provides a monumental welcoming. (Focus on Slate).(Kirkby flamed slate used in Operations Center II)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Chosen for its warmth and durability, Burlington's Kirkby flamed slate played a key role in creating a grand entrance for a new building at the business campus of AmeriCredit Corp. in Arlington, TX As the largest independent auto finance...

StoneTech Professional, Inc... one of America's fastest growing companies. (Advertisment).(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
June 1, 2002... June 10, 2002 - Union City, California StoneTech Professional, Inc. has been submitted into the list of candidates for the prestigious "Inc 500" - America's Fastest Growing Private Companies for the year 2002, StoneTech Professional's...

Evoking Hollywood tradition in slate. (Focus on Slate).(use of Kota Brown slate and Zonhosen limestone for the Fran & Ray Stark Villa in Woodland Hills, CA)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Fran & Ray Stark Villa in Woodland Hills, CA, which is clad in Kota Brown slate and Zonhosen limestone, was built to reflect the architecture of a classic Hollywood studio The Fran & Ray Stark Villa, located in Woodland Hills, CA,...

Slate flooring reflects historical architecture. (Focus on Slate).(Black Papagalos slate from Brazil used in Fenton Judicial Center in Lazvrence construction)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Black Papagalos slate from Brazil was specified for floors of the Fenton Judicial Center in Lazvrence, MA, which was designed to mimic the style of early mill buildings of the late 19th Century A key design goal for the Fenton Judicial...

Slate captures the spirit of New Orleans. (Focus on Slate).(Ferrous slate from Brazil used in Community Coffee Co. in Baton Rouge design)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Fashioned after CC's [R] Coffee Houses in New Orleans, the main headquarters of this chain in Baton Rouge, LA, was similarly designed with an abundance of Brazilian slate The architects at Karl Harvey Associates and Bodman, Webb, Noland...

Stone creates an uplifting atmosphere: both Silver Blue slate and flammet quartzite were used to add new life to a commercial office building in Houston, TX. (Focus on Slate).
June 1, 2002... Silver Blue slate was combined with Flammet quartzite to update and modernize the commercial office building at 1010 Lamar in Houston, TX. All of the public spaces were renovated, including the lobby, corridors, elevator lobbies, elevator cabs...

Rebuilding with Riverstone slate. (Focus on Slate).
June 1, 2002... Riverstone natural roofing slate, supplied by Williams & Sons Slate & Tile, Inc., was used to replace the deteriorated roofs of the First Presbyterian Church in Red Bank, NJ The first, and most critical, project to preserve the integrity of...

Slate portrays New England-style architecture: a Vermont Grey slate roof adds character and longevity to a reproduction of an old New England-style home in Whiting, VT. (Focus on Slate).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Vermont Grey slate was specified for the roof of a private residence in Whiting, VT, combining classic New England architecture with Greek revival style elements. Slate is a typical material used in New England architecture, explained Alan...

Fabrication products roundup: the tools, accessories and treatments for use in the fabrication shop are continually advancing, as evidenced in this collection of products from around the world.
June 1, 2002... Even with all of the advances in stone fabrication machinery, the quality of the end product ultimately relies on the products that actually shape, polish and treat the stone itself. Manufacturers of products for cutting, edging and polishing...

Interview: MIA Executive Vice President Garis F. Distelhorst: in this exclusive Stone World interview, the new MIA Executive Vice President discusses his plans for the future of the organization.(Marble Institute of America)(Interview)
June 1, 2002... For the first time since 1995, the Marble Institute of America has a new Executive Vice President. Garis F. Distelhorst takes over for Pennie Sabel, who announced her retirement last fall. Distelhorst, an award-winning Certified Association...

Leading diamond products. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Endorsed by the granite and marble industry's loading 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...

Jerusalem stone products. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Alony Marble Ltd. has been supplying premier quality marble, granite, terrazzo and beautiful Jerusalem stone products for more than 58 years. Alony stonecutters and master craftsmen utilize state-of-the-art facilities to create a wide variety...

The finest granite. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Since 1851, Cremar S.p.A. features the finest granite products in tile, slate, field-dressed panels and architectural elements. Stones range from the best quality Giallo Veneziano to Cremar exclusive materials such as Juprarana Vicente to the...

Color Intensifier. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Nothing enhances the natural beauty of stone like Akemi's now Color Intensifier. Specifically created to enhance the color of porous and rough stones, it acts as an impregnator, strengthening the stone while protecting it. Akemi North...

Guide Rail System. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Alpha Professional Tools developed the Guide Rail System as a simple and innovative option for use with the Alpha EdgeCrafter. This system delivers high quality results comparable to automated line polishing machines at a fraction of the cost....

Over 3,000 products, over 200 vendors. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 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...

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

Rustic Granite. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 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 responsive line to include various-sized tiles, patterned titles, floor patterns,...

Laser Master. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Cam Tech Industries' Laser Master produces the highest quality laser engraved image in the world. Imagine you can create unique artistic items of unsurpassed quality, develop new business ideas and markets, leap to the forefront of your...

Turbo Cat Discs. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Turbo Cat Discs are designed for heavy stock removal. These diamond-bonded discs give full diamond exposure for fast and aggressive material removal. Turbo Cat Discs can be employed on radial arm polishers, floor restoration equipment,...

DL5000 and DL7000. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Diamond Tech International offers a new full-color literature guide featuring two of the best diamond band saws on the market today, the DL5000 and DL7000. This guide offers a full page of satisfied customer testimonials and examples of...

French limetone. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Francepierre-Sogepierre have been supplying materials for residential as well a 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...

Zonato Stone Machines. (Product & Literature Guide).International Machine Corp.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... International Mchine Corp. offers the best of both worlds by combining knowledgeable sales and service with the world's finest European machinery-International Machine Corp. provides sales, service and support for all their respective lines and...

20 years of quality products. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 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 delivering quality products for the past 20 years...

Auldstone. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... By undergoing an aging process, Auldstone -- from the very first moment -- will be suitable to give warmth that is only typically acquired as the time passes by. Esteve & Manez Marmoles S.A. Alicante, Spain 36 6 5606982 Fax:...

New line and new locations. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Galilee Stone Products in 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...

Slabs from around the world. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... International Granite & Marble Corp. (IGM) offers a wide variety of granite slabls 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...

Revolutionary innovation. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Marmoelettromeccanica has recently discovered a new technology to produce vacuum 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. ...

Slate, sandstone & quartzite. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 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...

Stone storage systems. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Groves Inc., manufacturer of stone storage systems, bundle and slab racks, A-fram carts, truck racks and freestanding A-racks. Multi-purpose racks (shown) hold up to 6000 pounds between posts. Holds bundles, slabs and fabricated products. Call...

LuxStone. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... LuxStone is the joint venture of two well-known fabricating companies in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Antarnes and Itaarte together have more than 50 years of experience in farbricating products of marble, granite and other Brazilian omamental stones....

Ultimate stone cutting technology. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Matrix Stone products is the home of the GSC-200 and the new SUPRA, the ultimate in stone-cutting technology. Visit our Web site for details on shop tools, material handling equipment and shop supplies. Matrix Stone Products Upland, CA...

Natural stone products. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 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 CNC fabrication system routs, cores stone. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Park Industries has introduced the new Odyssey CNC stone fabrication system for countertop fabricators. The machine features a variable-speed spindle with standard BT40 quick-change tooling to rout, core and edge materials up to 4 cm. Park...

French limestone. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... French limestone quarrler 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...

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

Mosaic work of art. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... An ancient art from now revived by Micapel. Individual or combined gray, green, black, purple and multicolor slate; and white, yellow, pink and greenish quartzite. From 2.5 x 2.5 cm to 4.5 x 4.5 cm. Natural cleft or tumbled. Micapel ...

Slate and quartzite mosaics. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Natural left, gauged, calibrated, sawn cut, tumbled and honed slate and quartzite tiles, mosaics and borders are our standard production. Size 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...

Insurance for the stone industry. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 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 (NJ). ...

MG Titanium diamond blades. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... The first diamond blades to combine fast, chip-free 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...

Quality professional care. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Miracle Sealants is one of the world's leading manufactures of premium quality, professional-grade care products for tile, grout, natural stone, brick and concrete. We have surpassed the Industry demands for more than a decade, satisfying...

High-quality Chinese materials. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... With 15 years of experience, C.R.G. Corp. is a leading importer of high-quality Chinese granite, marble, slate and quartzite. C.R.G. can take your order from our factory sources direct to your warehouse or job site. Be assured of getting...

Tile & stone care kit. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 1, 2002... Our best-selling products together at last. Includes a 24 oz. Spray bottle or Revitalizer[RM], one 32 oz. Bottle of Impregnator Pro[RM], stone care guide brochure and free gift gox with samples. Makes a great leaves behind kit for your...

Superior bridge saw. (Product & Literature Guide).
June 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...

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

Magnum CNC machine. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Magnum produces all custom edge from ogee, triple waterfall to flat polish. U.S. granite gives you the machines, the guidance and the knowledge to help your business grow -- guranteed. U.S. Granite Machinery 847-277-1286 ...

World Wide Stone. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 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...

New liquid wax from Tenax. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 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...

Slate & tile. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Williams and Sons Slate and Tile, Inc., has been quarrying slate since 1954, Our slate comes is a wide variety of colors and textures that can be used in all youor applications. In addition to our local quarry, we also impart stones from Spain,...

Diamond router bits. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 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 some product and performance. The Cutting Edge 702-738-8930; 860-262-3131 ...

Vacuum lifters. (Product & Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Wood's Powr-Grip offers a broad range of vacuum-attaching equipment, including below-the-hook vacuum liters, hand-held vacuum cups as well as other specialized products for stone handling. Wood's Powr-Grip Co., Inc. Laurel, MT ...

Mexican Travertine tile, slabs and specialty items. (Product & Literature Guide).(from Marble Design USA, Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Marble Design is a leading producer of Mexican Travertine tile, slabs and specialty items. The company features a three-year-old plant located in Torreon, Mexico, which features modern Italian production equipment. The capacity of the original...

Laticrete International, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Stone and ceramic tile installation systems manufacturer, Laticrete International, Inc., introduces Laticrete(r) Watertight Floor N'Wall Waterproofing, a liquid-applied waterproof membrane designed for residential and light commercial interior...

Trusty-Step International. (New Products).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Trusty-Step International has added No.3001 Trusty-Step Vinyl Slip-Resistant Treatment to its anti-slip chemical line. This new product enhances the slip-resistant properties of vinyl as it cleans, the company reports. According to...

Tile & Stone Care System. (New Products).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Tec Specialty Products has introduced a new Tile & Stone Care System to help clean, restore and protect stone and ceramic tile surfaces. Tec's Tile & Stone Care System is based on technologically advanced, lab tested formulations,...

Georgia Marble Co. (New Products).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Georgia Marble Co. presents the new Lima Tile Collection in toned, polished, rustic and tuscan finishes. The series is offered in shades of Provincial Gold, Cherokee Rose, Irish Creme and Autumn Blond. The earth-colored tiles are ideal...

U.S. Granite Machinery. (New Equipment).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Pedrini recently introduced the M 931 bridge sawing machine designed to execute cuts on granite and marble slabs. Lateral supports replace conventional cement walls on this machine. The cut-and return movement is carried out on a rack and...

Park Industries. (New Equipment).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Park Industries introduces the new Yukon gantry diamond saw to its line of stone working machinery. The Yukon is designed to offer automated features especially designed for North American stone fabricators and Engineered for lasting durability...

Custom Building Products. (New Equipment).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Custom Building Products announced the addition of new products in eight categories of tools to its SuperiorBilt [TM] Tools line to address the need for tools that accommodate stone and ceramic tile 16 inches and larger. The new SuperiorBilt...

Mureks International. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Mureks International released its new product portfolio containing comprehensive information on a variety of products with different sizes, finishes and edge details. An array of illustrations of the application of stones varying in cuts,...

Machine of the month.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The Piranha from U.S. Granite Machinery of Barrington, IL, was designed and built for high production and constant operation, and the company reports that it will run 90 to 180 linear feet per hour of consistent flat edging polishing non-stop....