Stone World articles from May 2002

Stone World archives from May 2002

New Executive Vice President, location for MIA. (Newsline).(Marble Institute of America relocates headquarters to Cleveland, announces Garis F. Distelhorst appointment)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Garis F. Distelhorst has been appointed the new Executive Vice President of the Marble Institute of America (MIA), the international trade association of the natural stone industry. Distelhorst is an award-winning Certified Association...

Building Stone Institute elects new President. (Newsline).(Robert Goodrich)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Robert Goodrich, President of W.S. Goodrich, Inc. in Epping, NH, has been elected president of the Building Stone Institute (BSI), an international association for the American stone industry. The election took place at the conclusion of the...

Commemorative sculpture for September 11 victims is planned. (Newsline).(Memoria Project Inc. to construct sculpture)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Memoria Project, Inc. announces plans to create a commemorative sculpture to the victims of September 11, 2001 on Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area. Monmouth County, NJ, sculptor Stephen Shaheen, along with a dedicated team of...

EuroStone Machine, a division of Pyramid Supply, announced that it has reached an agreement with stone equipment manufacturers Thibaut. (One Liners).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... EuroStone Machine, a division of Pyramid Supply, announced that it has reached an agreement with stone equipment manufacturers Thibaut, S.A. of Vire, France; Loffler Maschinenbau of Bavaria, Germany; and ecs EICH of Herborn, Germany, to...

GranQuartz Stone Tools and Equipment has announced the addition of three new salespeople to its outside sales team. (One Liners).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... GranQuartz Stone Tools and Equipment has announced the addition of three new salespeople to its outside sales team. Rob Tait will serve Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska; Patrick DePaulis will serve Arizona, Nevada and Utah; and Tony Barrasso...

Precision H2O recently celebrated its 10th anniversary as a waterjet company. (One Liners).
May 1, 2002... Precision H2O recently celebrated its 10th anniversary as a waterjet company, which cuts tile, stone, porcelain and other various materials into complex murals, detailed signage, corporate logos and geometric shapes throughout the U.S. The...

Craftsmanship versus technology. (Stone Column).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Even as the world becomes more and more immersed in technology and computerization, the natural stone industry remains a sector that relies on personal skill and craftsmanship. And while the advances in stoneworking equipment have been...

Imports to the U.S. (Statistics).(granite and marble, January 2002)(Brief Article)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. JANUARY 2002 Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $ TONS ...

Exports from the U.S. (Statistics).(granite, slate and marble; January 2002)(Brief Article)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... STATISTICS EXPORTS FROM THE U.S. JANUARY 2002 Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * SLATE ** COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $...

Imports to the U.S. (Statistics).(year 2001summary)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. 2001 YEAR END SUMMARY Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $...

[0] Imports to the U.S. (Statistics).(granite and marble, 2000 year end summary)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. 2000 YEAR END SUMMARY Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $...

Exports from the U.S. (Statistics).(granite and marble, 2001 year end summary)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... STATISTICS EXPORTS FROM THE U.S. 2001 YEAR END SUMMARY Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S....

[0] Exports from the U.S. (Statistics).(granite and marble, 2000 year end summary)(Illustration)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... STATISTICS EXPORTS FROM THE U.S. 2000 YEAR END SUMMARY Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS ...

Expansion at Bonanza. (News).(Bonanza Trade and Supply Co. receives distribution contracts)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA -- Over the past six years, Bonanza Trade and Supply Co. of North Hollywood has worked to establish itself as a leading West Coast supplier of installation and fabrication products for the stone industry. Distributors of...

Fundraising program. (News).(Georgia Marble Co. offers memorial and fundraising products)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... TATE, GA -- An exciting way for organizations to reach fundraising goals, Georgia Marble Co.'s Pathways[TM] Fundraiser program offers monetary donors permanent recognition for their contributions. Georgia Marble, a producer of natural stone...

New hire. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... SEAL BEACH, CA -- Custom Building Products, a manufacturer of tile installation products, has announced the appointment of Mark Longfellow to director of marketing/market development, a position which was newly created. In his new role,...

New purchase. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... BELTSVILLE, MD -- Nick A. Cordone, president of Marble & Granite Fabricators, Inc. of Beltsville, MD, has been in the stone business most of his life, following in his family's footsteps. He has owned his own business for the past 20 years....

Mall project completed. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Approximately 200,000 square feet of Laticrete(R) installation systems were a vital part of the design of the new Willowbend Mall located in Piano, TX. Designed for the Dallas community, the main floors of the Willowbend Mall feature a...

Geared for mass production: after investing in a variety of state-of-the machinery, Stone Craft, Inc. of Denver, CO, processes stone at an optimum rate of production. (Re-Emerging U.S. Stone Industry).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The advancement of the stone industry within the U.S. is evident on many fronts. And while the increased presence of stone among end users is an obvious example, a better measure of actual industry growth can be seen in American fabricators,...

Tapping the stone foundation of Sewanee: the sandstone cladding for McClurg Hall -- the newest addition to the University of the South -- was quarried from the University's stone-rich landscape and the surrounding region. (Cubic Stone).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Perched on the Cumberland Plateau of southern/central Tennessee is the town of Sewanee, home to the University of the South. Steeped in history as well as in architectural character, the 150-year-old school is the archetype of a traditional...

A stone welcoming to wine country: upon entering the Sonoma Valley, visitors are first greeted by the fieldstone architecture of the hospitality center for St. Francis Winery & Vineyards. (Cubic Stone).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Enduring a storied past -- from political battles to the Gold Rush to the legal impact of Prohibition -- the Sonoma Valley continues to flourish today as an integral part of the California wine industry. And standing as a gateway to this wine...

Local resources build the "Rock Church:" for the design of the new nave for St. John's Episcopal Church in Johnson City, TN, the same "river rock" was used that was employed for the original turn-of-the-century building. (Cubic Stone).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Nolichuckey River, which runs outside of Johnson City, TN, is rich in history as well as resources. For more than 100 years, the riverbed has been a source of "river rock," which is an indigenous stone used for building in the area. Dating...

The mark of justice is made with stone: split-faced blocks of Hillsboro limestone create a sense of strength and security for a new courthouse in Albuquerque, NM. (Cubic Stone).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Designed to uphold the values of justice, strength and security, split-faced blocks of Hillsboro limestone were specified for the Bernalillo County Courthouse in Albuquerque, NM. The limestone blocks, which are accented by a band of split-faced...

A broad scope planned for CarraraMarmotec 2002: CarraraMarmotec will take place in the historic stoneworking center of Carrara, Italy, from May 29 to June 1. (Report from Europe).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... CarraraMarmotec, the international exhibition for natural stone and related products and machinery, is set to take place in the renowned stoneworking region of Carrara, Italy, from May 29 to June 1. The event, which is taking place in its...

A model of automation in The Netherlands: based in Helmond, The Netherlands, Arte di Granito has implemented a fully automated system for the production of granite countertops. (Report from Europe).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Responding to the high demand for granite countertops in Europe, stone fabricator Arte di Granito of Helmond, The Netherlands, has equipped its factory so that the entire production process -- from order intake up to final delivery -- is...

A marriage of natural stone and technology: working with discarded natural stone products, Agglo Baghin produces cement-based agglomerate stone with a minimal impact on the environment. (Report from Europe).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The agglomerate stone production at Agglo Baghin S.p.A. in Treviso, Italy, is a combination of natural stone and technology. Using natural stone remnants from the quarries of Italy, the company produces its cement-based agglomerate -- dubbed...

Italian marble unifies U.N. facility in Rome: over 30,000 square feet of stone was implemented in the design of the new Atrium building at The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization headquarters in Rome, Italy. (Report from Europe).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... To meet the growing demands of The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), a new facility known as the "Atrium" was added to the agency's headquarters in Rome, Italy. A palette of natural stone from the Veneto Region of Northern...

Distinguished stonework is honored in Germany. (Report from Europe).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Organized in conjunction with NurnbergMesse, the German Natural Stone Award was presented for exemplary design and structural use of natural stone facades. The award -- valued at over $13,000 -- was given to Berlin Architect Volker Staab for...

Stone South America review: taking place in a new and modern exhibition center in Sao Paulo, Brazil, this international event drew exhibitors and attendees from around the world.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... One of the first and most common things people talked about at the 2002 Stone South America exhibition, held from March 13 through the 16 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, was the Transamerica Expo Center, the new and modem exhibition hail in which the...

The Eliane Origin Brazilian Natural Stone series from Eliane Ceramic Tiles, Inc. (New Products).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The Eliane Origin Brazilian Natural Stone series from Eliane Ceramic Tiles, Inc. is available in 15 hues that can be used for residential interiors with natural tones in marble, granite and slate or exterior applications with granite and slate....

Stone Dimensions, Inc. (New Products).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Stone Dimensions, Inc. introduces four new elliptical conference tables to its selection of office furniture. Like the other pieces in the Buffalo Stone[TM] furniture line, the four tables offer a unique combination of natural stone and wood....

Tekmar, a Turkish stone producer, has added the "antiquato" finish and "precast" materials to its product line. (New Products).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Tekmar, a Turkish stone producer, has added the "antiquato" finish and "precast" materials to its product line. Antiquato is a unique finish that gives an aged look and smooth texture to stone surfaces, according to the company. The...

Asum & Ash Inc. (New Products).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Asum & Ash Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Tab India, introduces a new line of polished natural stones. Due to the earthy colors of these stones, they have become important players in the U.S. cut-to-size industry, according to the company. And in...

EMS Inc. recently introduced the Split-Tailer. (New Equipment).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... EMS Inc. recently introduced the Split-Tailer, a device targeted toward the professional masonry and panel system fabricator. The Split-Tailer is engineered for versatility, durability and the precision splitting and bending of stainless steel...

Marshalltown[R] Trowel Co. (New Equipment).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Marshalltown[R] Trowel Co. introduces the new "Flipper"-- a double-sided notched trowel. The 16-inch trowel comes with additional notches, which lengthen the useful life of the instrument, according to the company. Left- and right-handed users...

Alcione 700 2B. (New Equipment).(Barsanti Macchine S.p.A product information)(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Barsanti Macchine S.p.A has developed a new large granite gangsaw -- model Alcione 700 2B. According to the company, the gangsaw has a cutting width of 7.3 meters, and can host up to 260 blades (base 2 cm). The production on medium class...

T110 stoneworking center. (New Equipment).(Thibault product information)(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Thibaut introduces two new additions to the T110 stoneworking center: the motorized mechanical stop, and the rollers for buffing soft steel curves. The T110 is a multi-functional machine, including more than 15 options. Circle No. 241

Piranha. (New Equipment).(U.S. Granite Machinery product introduction)(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... The engineers at U.S. Granite Machinery have built and designed a new polisher, the Piranha. This machine can polish 2 cm thickness at 2 to 4 feet per minute and 3 cm at a rate of 1 1/2 to 3 feet per minute, according to the company. The...

ABC stone trading. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.abcworldwidestone.com With great pleasure we introduce our Web site, Please take a moment to peruse our catalog of materials. You will discover a comprehensive inventory with origins from six continents, which include extraordinary...

Abrasive Technology. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.abrasive-tech.com Abrasive Technology, your leading manufacturer of superior quality diamond tools for polishing and shaping stone surfaces and edges, welcomes you to our e-business web site featuring on-line ordering 24/7 for AT's...

Akemi stone products. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.akemina.com The Akemi web site allows you to view the entire Akemi line by product or by application making this site very useful. Once you determine the right product for the right application you can then search for the nearest Akemi...

Allied Supply. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.alliedstones.com Come view the large variety of natural stone products and colors that Allied Supply exports. Learn about our wholly owned factories and quarries and experience the high level of service and reliability we provide....

Alpha Professional Tools. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.alpha-tools.com Alpha Professional Tools is the premier supplier of tools and products for natural and engineered stone. As a leader in the field, Alpha provides the most innovative products for cutting, polishing, shaping and...

Antico Stone. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.anticostone.com Antico Stone is a prime resource for Jerusalem Stone collection, It has made its reputation nation wide as offering a wide collection of high quality stone products to the trades. Antico Stone stocks a full line of...

Antolini Luigi. (Web Locators).(introduces online services)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.antolini.it Antolini Luigi & C., Italian leading manufacturer of natural stones, can offer a variety of over 500 different kind of natural stones, including marble, granite, onyx, limestone, travertine, sandstone and semi-precious...

Anver. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.anver.com Anver.com offers you a full range of vacuum system components, from suction cups and vacuum cups, air and electric vacuum pumps and vacuum generators, and ergonomic vacuum lifters, to complete vacuum lifting systems. We are...

Bestview International. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.bestviewinternatlonal.com/bvhome/index.cfm Bestview International is a natural stone manufacturer and importer that specializes in granite, marble and slate products, including floor and wall tiles, rough edge or cut-to-size slabs,...

Braxton Bragg. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Braxton-Bragg.com Braxton-Bragg's new Web Site features 10 categories showcasing products offered by the company. Pages on hand tools, large equipment and saws, polishing supplies, stone care products and CNC tooling are easily accessed...

CMS/Brembana. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.cms.it The CMS/Brembana Web site covers a vast range of CNC products manufactured by the CMS Group. Available on-line are CMS Group companies and agents, press releases, and tradeshow information. A wide range of technical information...

Color Marble. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.colormarble.com Color Marble, Inc. is a direct importer and distributor of all types of natural stone in tiles and slabs from all around the globe. We are able to obtain large quantities of marble, granite, limestone, travertine,...

Cremar. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.cremar.it Cremar S.p.A., established in 1851, in the heart of marble and granite production, has always stood out for its progressive achievement on the markets all over the world; its constant activity towards efficiency and...

Dimpomar. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.dimpomar.com In 1980, Dimpomar was born in Estremoz - Portugal, where marble is king. In 1987, it found Comarmore, thus complementing its conversion activities with exploitation of its own quarries, thus guaranteeing its supply of raw...

Echeguren Slate. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.echeguren.com Echeguren Slate, Inc. was established in 1981, and is an importer/exporter and distributor of an extensive line of exotic fine quality slate flooring and roofing tiles. The company also handles slate flagging, payers and...

Executive stone trading. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.executivestone.com Larger importer of Jerusalem Stone. Stock of tiles and slabs at all times. Specialized in cut-to-size jobs. For special of the month, please call: 818-765-0900.

Galilee Stone Ltd. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.galileestone.com Galilee Stone Ltd. combines the most up-to-date manufacturing technology with traditional craftsmanship and master of ancient artisans. From the heart of the quarries, utilizing the best of knowledge and experience, we...

Granitex. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.granitex.it Granitex ensures production and technical know-how that can meet any requirement. We carry out a range of special projects, which manifest the innovative ideas of architects, builders and designers. We use only the highest...

GranQuartz. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.granquartz.com For 30 years, GranQuartz has been manufacturing and distributing quality tools and supplies for the natural stone and tile industries. Our veteran people know the sales business. From bridge saws to sandpaper, from...

Groves Inc. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.groves.com Groves Inc. is the manufacturer of Ready RackTM Fire Department and Industrial Fire Brigade Storage Products, Groves Glass Storage and Handling Products, and Stone Storage and Handling Systems for storage and handling of...

International Granite & Marble. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.igmcorp.com For over 50 years, IGM has established itself as one of the preeminent leaders in the stone business. With offices throughout the U.S. and the world, GM offers uncompromising quality and service. This easy-to-navigate site...

Laticrete. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.laticrete.com Globally proven. Professionally endorsed. Supplying the world with innovative, high-strength, shock and weather-resistant stone and ceramic tile installation systems for nearly half a century.

Loeffler. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.loeffler-mb.com In our Langenaltheim factory, in the Solnhofen/Jura area of southern Germany, we manufacture a broad range of highly developed and technically mature machines and devices for the stoneworking industry. A dedicated team...

Marble & Granite, Inc. (Web Locators).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... www.marbleandgranite.com Marble and Granite, Inc. is an importer and wholesaler of stone for the New England market. The company's Web site includes: pictures of stones, descriptions of basic installation procedures for homeowners, and a...

Marmoelettromeccanica. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.marmoelettro.it Marmoelettromeccanica's Web site is a place where you can browse our products, send us messages or request us to send you our catalogue. It is structured to give the best information in important languages from all...

Matrix Stone Products. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.matrixstoneproducts.com Matrix Stone Products is a multi-faceted company, which designs, manufactures and installs high-performance machinery worldwide for the natural stone industry. The company produces two levels of gantry bridge...

Maverick. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.bellinzoniusa.com Bellinzoni offers one of the most comprehensive stone care lines that is both effective and innovative. The full product line is showcased on the company's Web site at www.bellinzoniusa.com. Through the Web site,...

Meshoppen Stone. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.meshoppenstone.com Meshoppen Stone Inc. has been distributing various types of Pennsylvania flagstone and stackstone to architects, contractors, garden centers and stone resellers for over 40 years. Our high-quality natural stone...

Mystic Granite and Marble. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.mysticgranite.com The Mystic Granite & Marble Web site gives visitors the opportunity to surf the largest inventory of premium-quality natural stone in the southeast. View product close-ups and full slab photos. Mystic will even e-mail...

Ogyu Manufacturing Inc. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.ogyu.co.jp Ogyu has been manufacturing and selling machines such as wire saws, coring, polishing machines and diamond tools such as diamond wire, bit, wheel for processing stones and concrete products. Visit our Web site for more...

Park industries. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.parkindustries.com The company's Web site is packed with features and benefits content for Park's lines of reliable, high-performance American-made stone-working saws, splitters, routers and edge-finishing machinery. Other highlights...

P&L Marble, Inc. (Web Locators).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... www.plmarbleinc.com P&L Marble, Inc. is a manufacturer of Chinese natural stone, distributing to wholesalers, retailers and large commercial and residential projects for over 16 years. Our standard production consists of polished, honed,...

Regent Stone Products. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.regentstoneproducts.com Regent Stone Products, Inc. specializes in providing the stone fabrication, restoration and solid surface industry with a full line of products and services. Our complete line of products includes the latest...

Rock of Ages. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.rockofages.com Today Rock of Ages is the largest quarrier of granite in North America, and the world's largest manufacturer and retailer of granite memorials. Rock of Ages owns quarries, manufacturing plants and retail outlets in...

Schechner Lifson. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.saferocks.com The Schechner Lifson Marble Stone and Tile Connection is a comprehensive Property/Casualty insurance program designed to meet the needs of marble stone and tile distributors and wholesalers. This innovative specialty...

Southland stone. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.southlandstone.com The most friendly and informative site for granite, marble, limestone, sandstone, slate and quartzite from all around the world. Find materials through a multitude of choices, by category, color, names and size....

Stone Boss industries. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.stoneboss.com It's bold, it's outrageous and it's original (and it will make you laugh to boot). From the opening animated "Birth of Stone Boss" to the easy-to-navigate, extensive product line we think you will find that the Stone Boss...

Stone Station. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.stone-station.com Stone Station is an importer and stocking distributor of fine marble, granite and other natural stone. The company's Web site has a feature whereby you can e-mail project requirements to any of its three distribution...

Stone Suppliers. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.stonesuppliers.com With 45 years of experience in the stone business, Stone Suppliers are exclusive producers and importers of all Colombian and Guatemalan stones, including Gold Stone, Shell Stone, Saltan, Mare and Quetzal greens.

Superior Stone Products. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.superiorstoneproducts.com Superior Stone Products represents some of the highest quality products for natural stone fabrication. Product groups include: Superior Adhesives, a full line of adhesive and restoration products; MG Diamond...

Tekmar. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.tekmarble.com.tr Tekmar is the name you can trust for fine marble that meets the most stringent international standards of quality. Tekmar's quarries and factories work around the clock employing state-of-the-art technology to produce...

Tenax. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.tenaxusa.com Tenax is one of the biggest manufacturers of products for the stone industry. Our lines include: adhesives, epoxies, abrasives, sealers and blades. On the site you'll find product information, MSDS and news from the only...

Vermont Quarries. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.vermontquarries.com Vermont Quarries, producers of the Vermont Danby and Vermont Verde marble, is making plans for the grand opening of its new production facility. You can sign up for the mailing list at Coverings, booth 5546, or...

World Wide Stone. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.durangostone.com World Wide Stone Corp.TM is the factory for the world's only source for Durango StoneTM. We presently supply many of the preeminent natural stone distributors and dealers, as well as contractors, builders, developers,...

Wood's Powr-Grip Co., Inc. (Web Locators).
May 1, 2002... www.powrgrip.com Wood's Powr-Grip offers a glimpse of its full line of vacuum handling and mounting equipment. The site includes items of specific interest to stone handlers. For more information on accessing our site or for comments about...

Machine of the month.(Breton offers Contourbreton NC 250)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Contourbreton NC 250 from Breton was specifically designed for stoneworking -- as opposed to a machine that was "recycled" from the glassmaking or woodworking industries. Contourbreton NC 250 is delivered completely assembled by sea in...