Stone World articles from May 2003

Stone World archives from May 2003

London's Natural Stone Show set for March 2004. (Newsline).
May 1, 2003... The sixth edition of the Natural Stone Show, in London's premier exhibition center, ExCeL, is just a five-minute taxi drive from London City Airport. The show, which will be held from March 9 to 11, 2004, brings together the whole spectrum of...

Custom Building Products wins six 2003 Top Tile Awards. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Custom[R] Building Products, manufacturer of industry-leading tile and stone installation products, has been awarded six 2003 Top Tile Awards. The company was the top award winner, garnering awards in all major categories relating to tile and...

New location for New Jersey stone supplier. (Newsline).(Lotus Exim International, Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Lotus Exim International, Inc. has moved its New Jersey office from Teaneck to Teterboro. The new facility features a modern showroom and a 10,000-square-foot warehouse stocked with a tile inventory of 500,000 square feet. The company has...

Precast Concrete company moves into stone fabrication. (Newsline).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Nicholas J. Drew, owner and managing director of Precast Concrete Services Ltd. started the company about 18 years ago, and as the name suggests, it was concrete slab company. Over the years it has evolved into a multipurpose, all...

One liners. (Newsline).
May 1, 2003... The winner of Aqua Mix's "Seal the Deal" promotion was drawn at Surfaces 2003 in Las Vegas, NV. John and Brenda Toepfer of Arrow Tile in Keene, NH, received the prize of a 24-month lease of a new vehicle. A Colorado newspaper has reported...

The show goes on. (Stone column).
May 1, 2003... Coverings 2003, the stone and tile industry's annual trade show in Orlando, FL, was recently held from March 24 to 27, less than a week after the first allied military strikes on Iraq. Obviously, the timing of this unsettling event made many...

Statistics.(Illustration)
May 1, 2003... STATISTICS IMPORTS TO THE U.S. JANUARY 2003 Customs value in dollars does not include insurance or freight FROM GRANITE MARBLE * COUNTRIES U.S. $ TONS U.S. $ ...

StonExpo to expand exhibit space. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... ATLANTA, GA -- Strong exhibitor response to results from the last StonExpo -- with continued strength in the housing and construction markets -- have fueled dramatic demands for exhibit space at the next StonExpo, which will run from December 4...

Addition to stone line. (News).(Performance Machine Systems USA Inc to handle Breton S.p.A. equipment)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... FT. LAUDERDALE, FL -- Performance Machine Systems USA, Inc. has announced that they now import stoneworking centers for marble and granite, manufactured by Breton S.p.A. Effective immediately, Performance Machine Systems will handle the import,...

New showroom. (News).(for Stonecrest Marketing, Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... MIAMI, FL -- Stonecrest Marketing, Inc., a U.S. and Canadian sales and marketing representative for a diverse collection of worldwide quarriers and manufacturers of stone, has recently opened a trade-only showroom at its headquarters in Miami,...

Company relocates. (News).(L.A. Stone Station, Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... ANAHEIM, CA -- L.A. Stone Station, Inc. recently announced the relocation into a 30,000-square-foot facility The larger facility has a trade showroom that showcases its line of natural stone products, warehouse and slab yard. "This...

Success for India StoneMart 2003. (News).
May 1, 2003... JAIPUR, INDIA -- India StoneMart 2003, which was organized by CDOS & CII from January 31 to February 4, was a success, according to show organizers. A total of 260 exhibitors from India and foreign countries displayed their products. While...

New stone fabricator. (News).(A' Bella Stone LLP in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... CHAMBERSBURG, PA -- A' Bella Stone LLP has recently been established as a fabricator of natural stone products. The company fabricates countertops and complementary elements primarily for residential applications, and it sells to homeowners,...

Cash winner. (News).(Jeffrey Harkey wins money from American Stone Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... ORLANDO, FL -- American Stone Inc. awarded Jeffrey Harkey of Harkey Marble & Granite in Charlotte, NC, $2,800 in cash on Thursday, March 27, at Coverings 2003, which was held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The winning...

Stone fabrication from a manufacturing perspective. (Re-emerging U.S. Stone Industry).
May 1, 2003... With 40 years of manufacturing experience, the owners of A' Bella Stone LLP bring a unique perspective to their new stone fabrication shop in Chambersburg, PA. Judging solely by appearances, A' Bella Stone LLP of Chambersburg, PA, is a...

Reconstructing Gothic architecture in granite. (Cubic Stone).
May 1, 2003... An historical building on the campus of Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, GA, was rebuilt to complement the distinctive Gothic Revival style prevalent in the other buildings. Built in 1942, the structure once known as Faith Hall on the...

Rick rock creates a rustic, elegant lodge: for the Tower Oaks Lodge in Rockville, MD Clover Creek river rock and flagstone were chosen to evoke the look of a traditional lodge. (Cubic Stone).
May 1, 2003... Of the restaurants included in Clyde's Restaurant Group of Washington, DC, owner John Laytham makes sure that no two are alike; each providing their own unique sense of style. For the most recently built restaurant, Tower Oaks Lodge in...

Establishing a regional architecture: for the design of the Visitors' Center at Ricketts Glen State Park in Red Rock, PA, local bluestone and slate were chosen to reflect the region. (Cubic Stone).
May 1, 2003... Ricketts Glen State Park in Red Rock, PA, was in need of new amenities for the public as well as for the park staff. With the help of the Governor's "Growing Green" program, funding was put in place to alleviate traffic congestion at the...

Fabricators Forum 2003: the following is a summary of the Stone World Fabricators Forum that took place at Coverings 2003, where fabricators from around the country shared their experiences working with natural stone.
May 1, 2003... Over the past few years, natural stone fabricators have become a very integral part of the Coverings exhibition, which took place in Orlando, FL, from March 24 to 27. The event's "Vision 2003" series of education sessions featured a broad range...

New additions to Stone+tec 2003. (Report from Europe).
May 1, 2003... Several new seminars and a new visual logo are just some of the things exhibitors and attendees can expect at Stone+tec this year, which will be held in Nurnberg, Germany, from May 29 to June 1. The organizers of Stone+tec 2003 are...

CarraraMarmotec 2003 to provide opportunity and education. (Report from Europe).
May 1, 2003... From June 4 to 7, CarraraMarmotec, the 24th International Marble, Machinery and Equipment Fair will take place in Carrara, Italy The format of the 2003 edition of CarraraMarmotec -- the 24th International Marble, Machinery and Equipment...

Advanced slab fabrication in Italy. (Report from Europe).
May 1, 2003... Grein Italia of Verona, Italy, has invested in a state-of-the-art slab processing line to produce materials with a thickness tolerance of +/- 0.3 mm (1/80 inch) Ten years ago, Grein Italia was established in Verona, Italy, as a branch of...

A full range of tile production: to prosper in the highly competitive field of Italian tile production, Marmi Verona has a diverse factory for manufacturing tiles from natural stone blocks. (Report from Europe).
May 1, 2003... Fifteen years ago, Marmi Verona of Domegliara, Verona, Italy, made the transition into the highly competitive stone tile market. And to give the company an edge over other companies in the field, its owners are continually looking for new...

Coverings attendance focuses on quality: although worldzvide circumstances caused a decline in the attendance numbers at Coverings 2003, visitors who did attend were ready to do business, according to many exhibitors.
May 1, 2003... Despite turbulent world events, which prevented some from traveling this year, Coverings 2003 proved to be a quality show for many exhibitors and attendees. The event was held at the Orange County Convention Center from March 24 to 27. ...

2003 Prism Awards honor creativity and versatility: the 4th annual Prism international stone design competition at coverings 2003 featured innovative stone architecture and design.
May 1, 2003... The grand prize and other winners of the 2003 Prism Awards, the 4th annual celebration of the creative use of natural stone in design and architecture, were announced at Coverings 2003, during the "All-Industry Awards Ceremony" at the Orange...

China's capital hosts stone exhibition: Stonetech 2003 recently took place in Beijing, China, and it showcased suppliers of stone and machinery from around the world.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Stonetech 2003 Beijing, the 10th edition of the China International Stone Processing Machinery Equipment and Products Exhibition, took place from March 12 to 15, with exhibitors coming from around the world. The annual show, which...

Selling stone products to architects: this article presents some helpful tips to developing a business strategy which will assist in building a rapport with architects and contribute to increased sales. (Forum).
May 1, 2003... You have been a successful stone quarrier, fabricator, installer or supplier, with a solid sales strategy. Or so you think. What you may not realize is that you could be missing an important opportunity to promote your products. How? Through...

Leading diamond products. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Endorsed by the granite and marble industry's leading man-ufacturers 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...

Alony Marble, Ltd. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Alony, the largest marble company in the Middle East, offers its innovative Tumbled Jerusalem Stone tiles, produced in any size ordered up to 24 x 24 inches (61 x 61 cm). 'You can build on Alony." Alony Marble, Ltd. Haifa, Israel ...

Vacuum Material Handling Equipment. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... The Anver Vacuum Material Handling Equipment for all applications and industries catalog includes a complete range of vacuum lifters. tilters and rotators; ergonomic vacuum lifters; mill-duty lifters up to 60,000 capacity; and custom-designed...

Concept Y1700. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Uncompromised Quality, Yet Affordable! Best of both worlds! Maximum speed and compact structure offer versatility for all machining functions. Monobloc base guarantees high-level sturdiness for heavy-duty and accurate machining facilitated by...

Akemi Akepox4050. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... New Akepox 4050 Anti-Slip Cartridge System provides ease of application in the creation of non-skid surfaces on all stone and stone-related products with the use of a gun cartridge system and self-mixing nozzle. Akemi North America ...

Hot-rod blade. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... The blade was created with diamond grits and matrix best suited for all categories of granite, including hard red granites, to assure long cutting life. At a 3-inch diameter, the blade allows for ease of use and better leverage when cutting...

The finest granite. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Since 1851, Cremar SpA. has featured the finest granite products in tile, slabs, field-dressed panels and architectural elements. Stones range from the best quality Giallo Veneziano to Cremars exclusive materials such as Juparana Vicente to the...

Rustic Granite. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Allied Supply Pte. Ltd., a reputable Chinese stone manufacturer and exporter, carries a complete line of Rustic Granite products. Allied Supply has expanded this line to include various-sized tiles, patterned tiles, floor patterns, moldings,...

Rosso damasco. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Rode makes ups large part of the natural landscape, so it is therefore not surprising that the warm red earth tones that we associate with the desert landscape of North Africa are present in this marble from Algeria. The dominant red-orange...

Mad Max routering system. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Bonanza has the Hand Free" profiling and polishing solution for you. The Mad Max routering systems allow for a seven-piece system for profiling and polishing with your muter machine. Mad Max muter bits are extremely aggressive, never lose their...

RedGard[TM] Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... RedGard [TM] Waterproofling and Anti-Fracture Membrane (formerly known as LevelQuik [TM] Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane) is a favorite of professional hose coveting installers far its easy application and sapetior performance. RedGard...

True-Form profile tools. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Diamond Productions Canada's True-Form profile tools designed for use on hand-held grinders, are a "quantum leap" in efficiency and cost saving in making profile edges. These True-Form profile tools are made with built-in rotating spacers at...

French limestone. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Francepierre-Sogepierre has been supplying materials for residential as well as 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...

Surface pro H/D. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... GranQuartz Stone Care Systems (a division of GranQuartz L.P.) introduces the Surface Pro H/D, a 10 HP, 20000 RPM Planetary Head Floor Machine. For stone and terrazzo floor restoration, lippage removal, grinding freshly poured terrazzo, coating...

Jerusalem Stone. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... I.A. Shenhav has been a producer of stone products for more than 40 years. We are an exporter of Jerusalem Stone. Our high-tech factory is manufacturing quality stone tiles and slabs in all sizes and finishes. We have a new production line...

Slate, sandstone & quartzite. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... 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...

Black Bear Granite. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Black Bear Granite has 4,000 slabs in every color and texture that you could ever want, available for immediate delivery. Granite, marble, limestone, onyx -- stone tiles in a wide range of sizes. New inventories arriving weekly. Contact the...

Precision is our aim. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... We produce and supply a wide range of granite calibrated slabs for kitchen tops. Our calibration process guarantees perfect joint accuracy. Grein Italia Affi-Verona, Italy 39-0456-208-311 Fax : 39-0456-208-333 ...

Slabs from around the world. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... International Granite & Marble Corp. (IGM) offers a wide variety of granite slabs 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...

Cream Nature. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Esteve y Manez has a philosophy of expansion which always is orientated towards quality, using the most advanced technology then adapting it towards the needs of clients and markets alike, keeping to the true advantage of large and consistent...

Red Ripper Stone Edging System. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... The RED RIPPER STONE EDGING SYSTEM Features a floating base that hydroplanes on the stone surface for ease of movement and to help prevent scratching the material. Available with heavy-duty Lesson motors in either a 110Vn2HP-14 Amp, or...

Swarm 2000. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... The Swarm 2000 combines big performance and cutting edge technology in an easy to install and operate saw. It's affordable! It's easy! Call for a free catalog 800-927-2490. Hard Rock Tool, Inc. Denver, CO 714-772-2490 Fax:...

IMC & Levi Tunisi. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Levi Tunisi has joined the International Machine Corp. machinery arsenal with sales and service in the U.S. International Machine Corp. (631) 244-8277 Fax: (631) 244-8329 www.internationalmachinecorp.com Circle No. 156

20 years of quality products. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... 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 thc past 20 years --...

Bellinzoni stone polish. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... A Stone Spray Cleaner and Polisher all in one. Used in the daily maintenance of countertops, tables, sinks and shelves. Leaves the stone clean, and provides a protective wax shine, and also removes glass water rings on countertops. ...

Accurate cut diamond wire saw. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Accurate granite cutting is guaranteed with Ogyu diamond wire saw and diamond wire. Its original long-size diamond bead makes long life and accurate cut. Ogyu Manufacturing Inc. Saitama, Japan 81-48-222-4226 Fax: 81-48-224-7179...

Revolutionary new technology. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... New from the Industry Leader 4 in router bit technology. This seven-step system, consisting of tour metal bondshaping bits and three "Longlife" resin bond-polishing wheels mean no more touching up of the edge when it comes off your CNC. Call...

Saudi Granite. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Marble & Granite International, Co. as a holder of a quarrying concession, offers the unique opportunity to acquire grades of Saudi granite. The company's portfolio includes granites that provides a range of colors and texturcs, which make them...

Limestone/Honed Stone Care Kit. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Miracle Seatants Co is proud to announce the addition of Limestone/Honed Stone Care Kit, a unique kit offering to aid in the day-to-day rare of limestone and honed stone counters, vanities and tabletops. The kit comes complete with a pint of...

Lasimark. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... OMAG, besides the range of its Numerically Controlled Machines at 3, 4, 5 and more axes, has shown in the last exhibitions a Laser engraving system called Lasimark. This system can be bought with a machine as two axes - LP2002, or is can be...

French limestone. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... French limestone quarrier and fabricator, Rocamat sne, has enjoyed a history of making its architectural mark in North America, and helping so reinforce limestone's popularity in the U.S. The company has supplied material for both 900 North...

Stone color plates. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Dimension Stones of the World presents 500+ full-color reproductions of granite, limestone, marble, onyx, quartzbased stone, slate, and travertine in two, threering binders with removable pages. Stones origin, ASTM test values and technical...

Natural stone products. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Meshoppen Stone Inc. is a quarrier of natural Pennsylvania fieldstone, flagstone and treads as well as other natural stone products. We ship full truckloads of stone, 16 pallets nationally For more information and a price list, call...

GRT series professional granite blade. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... The premier blade for granite cutting. A specially designed matrix and teardrop holes improve cutting performance with granite, hard tile and porcelain. Available in standard arbors and a four-screw hole configuration for flush cutting. For...

Diamut diamond tooling. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Salem Stone is the source for value-packed supplies and innovative machinery to the stone industry. Salem is the exclusive distributor for Diamut diamond tooling for CNC machines. These high-quality diamond tools are available to standard...

Largest water recycling plants. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Being respectful to nature, Tekmar has always aimed to protect the environment from the very beginning of the production Both in its Bullocks and Yatagan factories, Tekmar has set up the largest water recycling plants in the Turkish marble...

Diamond router bits. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... 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 same product and performance. The Cutting Edge Las Vegas, NV 702-739-8930...

Laser engraving. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... The Vytek laser engraving system was designed specifically for the stone, monument and tile industries. Using artwork created by hand, photo or computer, the laser engraver quickly reproduces images into stone that are permanent. The...

Insurance for the stone industry. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... 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 Mare Rosenkrantz of Sehechner Lifson at 800-279-9360 or 800-475-0826. ...

Revival of marble. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Supplying the raw materials from its own quarries, Temmer Marble offers you marble, travertine and limestone with the best quality and product, continually supported by the latent modern technology and a high-production capacity of 1,500,000...

Thibaut T 108. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Born to succeed, in today's increasingly complex economy. the T 108 is a benchmark machine for countertop production This fact is not just by chance," but is the result of Thibaut's unceasing research and development aimed at improving...

Powr-Grip vacuum lifters. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Wood's Powr-Grip offers a broad range of vacuum-attaching equipment, including below-the-hook vacuum lifters and handheld vacuum cups as well as other specialized products for stone handling. Powr-Grip vacuum handling products arc available...

Congratulations. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... We would like to congratulate Phil and Erika Major on the birds of their son Kyle. Their happy and healthy boy wan born on April 8th at 8 lbs. 11 oz. Good luck and God Bless from your family at Stone Boss. Stone Boss Woodside, NY ...

New sealer for sandstone & very porous stone. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... PROTEX is a brand new sealer formulated specifically for very porous stone from Tenax. It can be applied on honed materials and on difficult-to-seal surfaces such as terrazzo, terrastone, sandstone limestone, etc. The product will not change...

Appalachian Green. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... Vermont Quarries Corp. has begun the production and supply of Appalachian Green Danby. This marble comes from the same quarry that produces the white Danby marble, and is readily available in slabs, tile and cut to size. Vermont Quarries...

World Wide Stone. (Product & Literature Guide).
May 1, 2003... This 12 at 12" x 3/8-inch pattern consists of three different lengths of two-inch tiles. It is large enough for floors, but will easily work for wine cellars, bathrooms, wainscots, kitchens, or whatever you envision. World Wide Stone Corp....

Calendar.(Calendar)
May 1, 2003... 2003 May 29 - June 1 Stone+tec 2003, Exhibition Center Nuremberg, Nuremberg, Germany. Contact: NurnbergMesse GmbH, +49 (0) 9 11 86 06 0; Fax: +49 (0) 9 11 86 06 82 28; E-mail: stonetec@nuernbergmesse.de; Web site: www.stone-tec.com....

Zucchi Granite Group. (New Products).
May 1, 2003... The Zucchi Granite Group now offers three new stones in its Purangaw line. The stones are each named after nature, as their colors depict flora and fauna. The stones are Amazonia, named for the Amazon forest; Ipe, named for the Ipe tree, and...

Custom Building Products. (New Products).
May 1, 2003... FlexBond Premium Flexible Bonding Mortar for use over USC Levelrock brand floor underlayments is now available from Custom Building Products. This new application is intended to address the evolving needs of professional installers and...

Emigran Granites. (New Products).
May 1, 2003... Emigran Granites recently added several new items to its product displays. Granite Anticatto is a new finish, which gives a soft look to granite. Originally this finish was only offered for marble tiles. "This line has an antique effect, and...

TEC Specialty Products. (New Products).
May 1, 2003... AccuColor Grout, is a color-accurate grout, which is now available from TEC Specialty Products. Lab tests prove that AccuColor grouts consistently outperform the industry when it comes to matching in-store samples, according to the company. The...

Fantini. (New Equipment).
May 1, 2003... Fantini now offers the Serie 50.81, a chain saw machine for vertical and horizontal cuts. The machine can execute both vertical and horizontal cuts up to 2.5 m deep, and the arm can rotate 180 degrees. The particular position of the head...

Thibaut. (New Equipment).
May 1, 2003... Thibaut has recently introduced the T500, an updated, streamlined flat polishing machine. With two distinct sizes available, 2200 mm and 3170 mm, the T500 can process all types of materials, including granite, concrete and engineered stone. And...

Euro-Asian Blades. (New Equipment).
May 1, 2003... The Dia-Plus Maxima Turbo Blade and the Dia-Plus Turbo T-Cup Wheel, equipment for cutting and grinding stone and other materials, are now available from Euro-Asian Blades. The Dia-Plus Maxima Turbo Blade is specially designed for cutting...

VIC International. (New Equipment).
May 1, 2003... VIC International has recently designed a new seam clamp that incorporates all the needed features of the installer, as well as for the fabrication shop. This seam clamp features a pull-together feature as well as slab levelers, to assure...

Machine of the month.
May 1, 2003... The Technostone 1500 x 3000, the Technostone 2300 x 4000 and the Multiwork STP from Bimatech are the base models of the CNC stoneworking centers offered by International Machine Corp. of Holbrook, NY. The founders of Bimatech, Luciano Paci and...

Stone of the month.
May 1, 2003... Stone of the month Purangaw Ipe country of origin Brazil bulk specific gravity 2,604 kg/cu.m water absorption 0.47% compressive strength 105 MPa modulus of rupture 8.51 MPa ...