Stone World articles from March 2003

Stone World archives from March 2003

Stone World to host education sessions at Coverings 2003. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Stone fabricators looking for practical information on the trade will be presented with a broad range of education opportunities at Coverings 2003, including two sessions presented by Stone World Magazine. Once again, Stone World will be...

New Foundation memorializes founder of Red Graniti. (Newsline).(Giorgio Conti Foundation)
March 1, 2003... The new Giorgio Conti Foundation, in memory of the entrepreneur and founder of RED Graniti, has been formed. This was possible due to the resolve of his daughters, Franca and Daniela, who established the foundation a year since the death of one...

One liners. (Newsline).(new briefs)
March 1, 2003... A new factory will be opened in Vitoria, Brazil, during the summer of 2003. The venture, by the Spanish stone company Levantina, will be called "Levantina de Granitos do Brazil." The factory will be built on a 130,000-square-meter piece of...

The continued growth of stone fabrication. (Stone Column).(Editorial)
March 1, 2003... In this issue of Stone World, we are presenting a broad range of "Fabrication Case Studies." And given the growth in stoneworking operations -- in the U.S. and abroad -- this is sure to be a recurring theme in future issues as well. Within...

Statistics.(imports of granite, slate and marble into the US)(Illustration)
March 1, 2003... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. NOVEMBER 2002 Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $ ...

Partner of the Year award. (News).(Expo Design Center awards MS International, Inc)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... ANAHEIM, CA -- MS International, Inc. (MSI), a supplier of natural stone, has recently been awarded Partner of the Year for 2002 by Expo Design Center (a Home Depot Co.). The award, presented by Bob Wittman, president of Expo Design Center,...

Cash giveaway at Coverings. (News).(American Stone Inc rolls out new space-saving display unit, holds contest)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... ORLANDO, FL -- In conjunction with the release of a space-saving display unit, American Stone Inc. of New Rochelle, NY, will be giving away $2,800 in cash to a lucky participant in their Coverings 2003 marketing campaign. The campaign is...

Rebuilding history. (News).(Bibliotheca Alexandrina rebuilt in Egypt)
March 1, 2003... ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT -- Over 2,000 years ago, descendents of Alexander the Great constructed a library that held more than 700,000 volumes of ancient books, called Bibliotheca Alexandrina. After standing for centuries, it had been destroyed by a...

New hire. (News).(Micapel names Roberta Farah)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... BELO HORIZONTE, MG, BRAZIL -- Roberta Farah has recently been put in charge of client services for the international division of Micapel, a supplier of Brazilian stone. Farah will take over the responsibilities of rendering client services in...

Keynote speakers at K/BIS. (News).(Bill O'Reilly will kick off the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... ORLANDO, FL -- Fox television's Bill O'Reilly will kick off the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show (K/BIS) on Friday, April 11 at 8:15 a.m. Offered simultaneously with the exhibition, the K/BIS conference program runs from April 10 to 13, 2003 at the...

Upscale columbariums. (News).(Granit Bronz)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... COLD SPRING, MN -- Granit Bronz, the mausoleum division of the Cold Spring Granite Co., has launched a new line of upscale columbariums featuring architectural designs commonly found in larger private and community mausoleums. "The upscale...

New employee. (News).(Charles Tynan joins Verona Marble Co. and Santa Margherita S.p.A.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... DALLAS, TX -- The Verona Marble Co. and Santa Margherita S.p.A. of Verona, Italy, have announced the appointment of Charles Tynan as the Director of Sales and Marketing for the firms' U.S. operations. Tynan brings over 25 years of industry...

Rebuilding a sandstone operation after 30 years: After being vacant for several decades, Annandale Sandstone of Boyers, PA, is now up and running at full capacity. (Re-Emerging U.S. Stone Industry).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... The fate of Annandale Sandstone seemed grim after its founder, Louis Tiche, passed away. With no successors stepping forward to take control, the quarry remained dormant for 30 years. But in 1997, Tiche's great-nephew, Sam Tiche, decided to...

Alony Marble--the source for Quality Jerusalem stones.
March 1, 2003... Alony Marble, the largest importer and producer of marble, granite, and stone in Israel, is proud to bring to you the Holyland Collection of exquisite Jerusalem stone. Available in six outstanding colors from the famous Jerusalem Gold, through...

Distinctive merchandising in stone: Regional sandstone and black granite were key elements in creating an elegant and welcoming atmosphere for Nordstrom Las Vegas at the Fashion Show Mall. (Retail Design).
March 1, 2003... Known as a city exuding "glitz and glamour" in its architecture, Las Vegas offers visitors and residents many attractions. While the gaming, live entertainment and elaborate designs of the casinos draw an abundance of people, the Fashion Show...

An artistic composition in granite: Relying on modern technology and the support of its vendors, the Willis Music Co. took retail design to the next level with a display of laser-etched granite murals. (Retail Design).
March 1, 2003... Although the Willis Music Co. has been around for 104 years, the corporation is continually evolving to maintain a fresh image. One of its latest innovations can be observed at its newest location, which opened recently in a shopping mall in...

An upscale retail environment in stone: Influenced by the mediterranean, the design of the mall at Wellington Green in West Palm Beach, FL, utilized an abundance of marble to create an environment catering to high-end consumers. (Retail Design).
March 1, 2003... The developer and architects for The Mall at Wellington Green in West Palm Beach, FL, intended to build more than just a shopping center. They wanted to create a luxurious, upscale experience for its patrons. With that thought in mind, the...

Reflecting the cosmos in granite: to create an upscale environment at Polaris Fashion Place in Columbus, OH, granite was chosen for three large, multi-colored star medallions. (Retail Design).
March 1, 2003... The intention of the new Polaris Fashion Place in Columbus, OH -- named for the North Star -- was set to be primarily for the upscale retail shopper. The architecture firm of KA, Inc. Architecture in Cleveland, OH, was commissioned to design...

Golf retailer dresses in Las Vegas style: To fit within the lavish context of its neighbors, the Cutter & Buck store at the Aladdin Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV, was designed with a palette of natural stone. (Retail Design).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... The prevailing Las Vegas motif was highly influential for NBBJ's design of a Cutter & Buck retail outlet within the city. Although the firm had created the original design concept for the fast-growing U.S. manufacturer of golf-inspired...

Finding a personal niche: after working in other shops, Eric Grindall decided to open All-Star Stone, Inc. in Mobile, AL, a natural and engineered stone fabrication shop. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... Eric Grindall had worked in the production and manufacturing industry since 1996, before deciding to recently open his own fabrication shop, All-Star Stone, Inc. in Mobile, AL. His new shop offers both natural stone and engineered stone and...

Processing work of all sizes: Norwood Marble & Granite of Brentwood, MD, has remained successful--despite the area's competition--due to CNC machinery. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... Of the nearly 200 fabricators in the area, Norwood Marble & Granite of Brentwood, MD, has remained strong in the competition, partially because of its CNC machines. "Business is going well," said Wayne Norwood, the shop's owner. "We have an...

Expanding from Corian to natural stone: After spending years working exclusively with solid surfaces, Andrew MacLaren decided to fabricate natural stone at his shop, MacLaren Fabrication in West Chester, PA. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... After working in other shops for several years, Andrew MacLaren opened his own shop, MacLaren Fabrication of West Chester, PA, 16 years ago. The shop is a full-service fabricator and installer of natural stone and solid surface for kitchen...

A new shop for custom countertop fabrication: after starting up in mid-2002, Stone N Counters of Haledon, NJ, has built up a healthy client base for kitchen countertops. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... For cousins John Fornino and Gim Gallo, starting a new stone-working operation in the midst of an economic recession was a bit of a "gamble," as Fornino describes it. But since it opened its doors in Haledon, NJ, last year, Stone N Counters has...

Moving from installation to fabrication: Genuine Stone Tops of Denver, CO, has seen business increase since changing from an installation operation to a fabrication shop. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... After a year of doing strictly installation work, Genuine Stone Tops of Denver, CO, started fabricating stone in January 2001, and it produced stone for two or three kitchens per week with skillsaws and hand edging tools. Five months later, the...

Diverse CNC stoneworking of cubic material: where some fabricating shops have felt the need to turn smaller jobs down, Tri-State Cut Stone & Brick of Frankfort, IL, remains versatile. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... Tri-State Cut Stone & Brick Co. in Frankfort, IL, never turns down a job. A full service brick and masonry yard, the company actively seeks out projects with complex detailing, molded radius work, and custom shapes -- even in small quantities....

Producing stone kitchens, bathrooms and furnishings: with a showroom and fabricating facilities in Rockland County, NY, Barocco Marble & Granite cuts stone for a range of interior design applications. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... Like many professionals in the trade, Rocco Barocco began working in the stone industry as a tilesetter, starting at the age of 19. He was introduced to the trade by his father, who learned the craft in his native Italy. Today, the Barocco...

Producing slabs, tiles and specialty finishes: located in Belgium, Brachot-Hermant's stoneworking plant is equipped to process blocks into slabs, and it has also developed a proprietary surface finish called Anciento. (Fabricator Case Study).(Company Profile)
March 1, 2003... Brachot-Hermant's plant in Belgium fabricates stone into a wide variety of finished products. And while one of its specialties -- processing blocks into slabs and tiles -- is relatively familiar, it also has developed a method for producing a...

Establishing a large-scale gangsaw plant: located in Newfoundland, Canada, Epoch Rock has been established as a plant for processing blocks from around the world into slabs for the North American marketplace. (Fabricator Case Study).
March 1, 2003... Historically, the North American stone market has relied upon overseas fabricators for processing blocks into finished slabs. And while there are a few block processors located within the U.S. and Canada, there is certainly room for a new plant...

2002 MIA Pinnacle Award winners announced: the Marble Institute of America recently honored several residential and commercial designs, which demonstrated a unique use of natural stone as well as superior craftsmanship.
March 1, 2003... Each year, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) recognizes MIA-member stone suppliers, fabricators and installers for their outstanding work on natural stone projects. These projects, which include both residential and commercial designs, are...

Achieving European elegance: an array of natural stone was used to evoke an upscale appearance for a residence in Scarsdale, NY.
March 1, 2003... When Peter Shah thought of design ideas for his Scarsdale, NY, house, one important aspect that came to mind was to have an elaborate entrance. "I wanted the stairs to be built like how I see them in the movies," said Shah. He commissioned...

A travertine face for California science center: a travertine facade was used for much of the exterior of the Broad Center for the Biological Sciences in Pasadena, CA, to complement the building's stainless steel panels.
March 1, 2003... The Broad Center for the Biological Sciences at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, CA, was designed to accommodate almost every type of biological research presently done there as well as for future technological advances....

Modernizing an historic landmark: Congress Hall in Cape May, NJ, was renovated and restored to combine old design elements with contemporary amenities.
March 1, 2003... Congress Hall was originally opened in 1816 in Cape May, NJ, as the town's first large hotel. After a fire destroyed much of the building, it was rebuilt in 1878. Since then, it has only been renovated once in the 1920s. Though the building is...

Evoking class with stone: for a new apartment building in New York, natural stone was used to clad the exterior and interior, to obtain a high-end appearance.
March 1, 2003... A 46-story high-rise building was recently completed in New York, to provide 374 new apartments to the upscale 38th Street area. For the building -- dubbed Atlas New York -- exterior designers Schuman/Lichtenstein/Claman/Efron (SLCE) Architects...

Detecting mild steel hairpin anchors in stone cladding: a non-destructive system for locating hidden, defective anchors in stone and precast panels.
March 1, 2003... The Nuclear Regulatory Commission Headquarters us an 18-story marble- and granite-clad building located in Bethesda, MD. Cracking, displacement and emergency removal of loose marble and granite panels caused the owners to cordon off the...

Sao Paulo fair to include stone and ceramics: the trade show formerly known as the stone South America in Sao Paulo, Brazil, will take place from April 9 to 13 as part of a larger exhibition of natural stone and ceramics--Revestir.
March 1, 2003... REVESTIR, the international trade fair for surface coatings, has been established as the first trade fair for the Latin American coverings sector, bringing together under one roof a variety of companies working with ceramics, granite, marble...

Proper care for natural stone floors: understanding the basics; with so many new users and suppliers of natural stone in the marketplace, learning the fundamentals of natural stone care remains critical to the long-term success of the industry. (Forum).
March 1, 2003... Two widely accepted beliefs about natural stone floors are that they will always look as lustrous as the day they were installed, and that they will last forever. These are only true if you properly care for and maintain the stone. In fact,...

Ancient granite series. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Specializing in Chinese Stone and fully capable of supplying popular international colors, Allied Supply is established as a producer/supplier in the USA. Allied Supply is increasingly relied upon for various cut-to-size work for residential...

Tile, stone & grout products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Aqua Mix distributes its line of over 50 tile, stone and grout products throughout the U.S. and worldwide to home centers and tile/stone decorating showrooms. Products include sealers, cleaners, problem solvers, stone polish, colorants,...

New products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Alpha Professional Tools, the leader in providing solutions to stone and tile professionals, will be demonstrating many new products at booth #6740, including the Alpha Profiler, Marble Profile Wheel, Porcellana blade and the Hot Rod blade (see...

Bestview new stone sinks. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... As the leading manufacturer and importer of natural stone products, Bestview International will display a full line of granite, marble and slate products for both residential and commercial projects. For your next project, please visit us or...

Stone adhesives and Maintenance products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Akemi provides Stone Adhesives and Maintenance products for Natural and Engineered Stone. Products include Epoxies, Acrylics, Polyesters, Cleaners, Sealers, Polishes and Specialty Products meeting all of your Stone Fabrication, Repair,...

Over 3,500 superior products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Bonanza Trade and Supply is well established as one of America's fastest growing distributors of professional tools and supplies designed and formulated for quality fabrication, installation and stone care. Our line of over 3,500 superior...

Leading Italian company. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Antolini Luigi & C., one of the leading Italian suppliers of natural stone, offers a wide selection of over 650 different types of material, including marble, granite, onyx, limestone, travertine and semiprecious stones. All are offered in...

Belgian-based manufacturer & wholesaler. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Brachot-Hermant is a Belgian-based manufacturer and wholesaler of natural stone originating from all over the world. With four ultramodern manufacturing plants and own quarries, Brachot-Hermant guarantees: finest quality, competitive prices and...

Beaver edge chisel. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Braxton Bragg is a nationwide distributor of equipment for natural stone, engineered stone, and ceramic and porcelain tile. We offer an extensive selection of materials to cut, shape, profile, polish and transport. Please stop by our booth to...

Cut to size. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Blocks, slabs, cut to size in marble and granite. Cremar Verona, Italy 39 045 683 53 33 Fax: 39 045 686 23 11 U.S. 214- 665- 9555 Fax: 214- 665- 9558 Booth #5062

RedGuard[TM]. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Custom Building Products will showcase RedGard[TM] Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture membrane (formerly known as LevelQuikTM Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane), a favorite of professional floor covering installers for its easy application...

Australian materials. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Edilgraniti has been present in the U.S. market for many years now. Our high standards and the originality and uniqueness of our materials meet our clients' requests with satisfaction. We will be presenting at Coverings our exclusive range of...

HMK Stone Care System. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Known worldwide, the HMK Stone Care system is one of the most complete stone care lines on the market today. With over 60 specialty products and over 25 years of experience, HMK is an industry leader. HMK San Francisco, CA ...

Jerusalem stone. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... I.A. Shenhav is manufacturing Jerusalem stone tiles and slabs. Two highly technological production lines and 43 years of experience ensure high-quality finish and selection. We also have a department for special stone works. I.A. Shenhav is...

New booth & products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... IGM and IGM/Italy is pleased to announce that they have a new booth, #5352. IGM is showing a substantial amount of new products, many of which have been selling very well over the last few months. IGM North Bergen, NJ 201-869-5200...

Stone machinery. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... International Machine Corp. is the best company for all your stone machinery. From water filtration machines, bridge saws, CNC technology and our very popular stone crusher machine, International Machine Corp. has always proved itself in...

Brazilian fabricators. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Reduce your production costs! Take your time to attend more clients! LuxStone, Brazilian fabricators. We have a large variety of Brazilian granite products fabricated by Italian machines. Let us work for you. We wait for your contact. ...

Johnson's EZ edge profiler. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Unveiling technology with "rock solid" design, the EZ edge profiler will increase production -- profiling over 20 different edge details. It's one of the most diverse machines available. Tool changes are quick and easy with just a push of a...

Shaping & polishing machinery. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Marmoelettromeccanica, a leading company worldwide in design and production of portable machinery for shaping and polishing marble and granite, diamond grinding tools and polishing wheels, bridge saws, edge-polishing machines and CNC machines....

Precision processing machinery. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Marmo Meccanica S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer of precision processing machinery for marble, granite and solid surface fabrication. Marmo Meccanica equipment is sold and serviced by: Marmo Meccanica USA Southfield, MI ...

New Daytona XL. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Come to Matrix (booth 6977) to preview the New Daytona XL, the Finest Automatic Edge Processing System on the market today (Stone World's Machine of the Month) and The Matrix GSC-2001 Gantry Saw, the most reliable piece of equipment you can...

Specialty Products for stone care needs. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Since 1937, Bellinzoni has been providing Stone Adhesives & Maintenance Products for the stone industry worldwide. Our line includes Epoxies, Polyesters, Cleaners, Impregnators, Waxes and specialty products for all of your stone care needs. ...

Pennsylvania flagstone. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Meshoppen Stone Inc. has been distributing various types of Pennsylvania flagstone, stack stone and treads for over 40 years. Our high-quality natural stone products are direct from our quarries in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Meshoppen...

Slate, selected quartzite & soapstone. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... The group Micapel/Green Slate focuses mainly on slate. Thousands of metric tons of slate are quarried, fabricated and exported monthly, worldwide, in darker and lighter shades of black, gray, green, red and multicolor. Selected quartzite and...

New launches. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Michelangelo will showcase four varieties of its own exclusive granite. The company will be at Coverings 2003 at booth 5374, and will be pleased to announce the following new launches: Andromeda, Fashion, Gougan, Net Blue, CasaBlanca, Falesia,...

Protection, maintenance and restoration products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Miracle Sealants Co. is a leading manufacturer of premium quality protection, maintenance and restoration products for natural stone, tile, grout and masonry surfaces. These products have surpassed industry demands for over 18 years....

Newly expanded showroom. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Mystic Granite & Marble's Desert Monzonite granite is the perfect shade for warm woods and long-lasting tapestry colors. Stop by our newly expanded showroom to receive your free sample and brochure. Or visit us at www.mysticgranite.com. ...

Destiny CNC. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Park Industries will introduce its all new twin spindle DESTINY CNC stonecenter. The machine features StoneCAM, a touch-screen programming system. The company will also display five other machines, including a PRO-EDGE III, ODYSSEY II, two...

New Products on display. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Regent Products will have on display the brand new Dynamica bridge saw, the Bristol straight-line polisher, America bridge saw, and the Master 3500 with the new LongLife polishing bits. Also on display will be our complete line of fabrication,...

Natural stone slabs. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Royal Granite is a manufacturer of natural stone slabs, which also imports and distributes worldwide. Our mission is to provide top quality natural stone and service at a very competitive cost. As a manufacturer we are continuously looking to...

Diamond tools and abrasives. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Stone Boss carries a complete line of diamond tools and abrasives for your cutting and grinding needs. Setting materials, adhesives and fastening systems are available for even the most demanding tasks. Silicon carbide bonded and coated...

Network around the globe. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Our own quarries and factories in Colombia and Guatemala. Offices with supply capabilities in Italy, Brazil and Peru. Suppliers in Israel and South Africa. This is just a sampling of the unparalleled network of companies around the globe that...

Solutions for protecting, cleaning & beautifying stone. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... StoneTech Professional, Inc. provides solutions for protecting, cleaning and beautifying interior and exterior stone and tile. Products include a complete line of sealers, cleaners, refinishers and specialty products. New products: Heavy Duty...

Reaching customers worldwide. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... To reach and maintain the quality that the world market demands, Tekmar works 24 hours a day using high technology in all it's factories and quarries. As a result Tekmar is proud of reaching customers on time worldwide! Tekmar ...

T 108A. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Thibaut presents its new automatic multi-purpose stoneworking center. Hands free operation, no templates required. The CNC automatic machine is available with or without automatic tool changer, and offers straightforward and user-friendly...

Vermont Danby marble. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Mountain White Danby bookmatched slabs are only one of seven different grades of Vermont Danby marble. Vermont Quarries will be displaying all of these grades along with their Vermont Verde (Cavendish) marble. Vermont Quarries ...

Multi Purpose Slab Storage System. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... We will be displaying the Multi Purpose Slab Storage System. This universal design enables you to store bundles, Individual slabs, cut offs and finished product. Optional easy slide and posts caps prevent stone from touching the metal thus...

Mobile Superstore Tour 2003. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... GranQuartz continues the "Mobile SuperStore Tour 2003" in Orlando! See hundreds of products on display including the newest gem in our crown, the Diarex Cyclone Water Purification System. The Cyclone saves you money as it saves water! See our...

Edgemarc Swarm 1000. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... Hard Rock Tool will be showing off its entry line bridge saw, the Edgemarc Swarm 1000. The Swarm 1000 has just been upgraded with an even stronger beam and a new bed material which is more durable and makes moving the stone into position for...

High quality products. (Coverings Exhibitor Preview).
March 1, 2003... TENAX USA is the North American business unit of TENAX SPA. From its North Carolina Location, provide a constant support to TENAX distributors and customers. Its well stocked warehouse and 24 hrs technical support guarantee a flawless...

Calendar.(stone industry trade show/conference schedule for 2003)(Calendar)
March 1, 2003... 2003 March 24-27 Coverings 2003, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL. Contact: Coverings, 11940 U.S. Highway One, Suite 200, North Palm Beach, FL 33408; (561) 776-0600 or (800) 881-9400 (in the U.S.); Fax: (561) 776-7466;...

Laticrete International, Inc. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... Because natural stone and ceramic tile are riot waterproof, Laticrete International, Inc. has introduced Watertight Floor 'N Wall Waterproofing, a waterproofing material. The product is a thin, liquid-applied rubber that cures to form a...

Reduces impact sound. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... SoundGard Sound Reduction Mat Underlayment, a product that reduces impact sound and delivers exceptional levels of acoustical control and privacy for interior spaces is now available from Custom Building Products. The high-performance...

American Stone, Inc. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... American Stone, Inc. has launched a new method of stone display with a product called The Workshop. Solving the space problem of tile samples clogging showrooms and confusing customers, The Workshop bridges the visual gap of custom stone...

A new mesh-mounted mosaic field. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... A new mesh-mounted mosaic field, pattern and borders from the Piedra de Durango collection are now available from Alkusari Stone. Using a full spectrum of stone, the collection brings a range of hand-crafted mosaics that is versatile and...

Motion Technologies Engineering Group. (New Equipment).
March 1, 2003... Motion Technologies Engineering Group (MTEG) has recently introduced the MTEG Hydrodrive, a new planer drive. The drive is similar to the hydrostatic transmission drive of a dozer, but with electronic control and equipped with all necessary...

International Machine Corp. (New Equipment).
March 1, 2003... New CNC machines are now available from International Machine Corp. The machines offer the latest technological advances, including a laser projector for positioning, an independent closed-circuit liquid cooling system, and an automatic...

Carter Products. (New Equipment).
March 1, 2003... Carter Products now offers an extensive range of line lasers and 2-D laser projectors, available in the U.S. Through an expanded partnership with Z-Laser, Carter now offers their full line. Models range from battery-operated line projectors to...