Feds Seek $290M Over Customs Violations
Civil suit alleges fraud by California-based importer of natural and man-made stone.
Author: Staff
Cal/OSHA Should Clarify Standards: NSI
Proposed rules should have clear scientific basis, and distinguish between natural and man-made stone.
Congress Takes on Silicosis
Proposed legislation would fund education and treatment concerning the fatal lung disease.
Registration Open for Xiamen Stone Fair
World’s largest stone event takes place in March 2027 in China coastal city.
Cambria Opens New Quartz Processing Center
Plant will give surface manufacturer more control and flexibility in treating raw material from company’s Canadian quartz mines.
Cersaie 2026 Strong Despite Fall-Off
World tile event fills 1.5 million ft² of floor space; attendance dips 2.4%.
ISFA Proposing California Fab Licensing
Petition filed with state workplace-safety board would set up process, backed with real-time evidence from up to 300 shops.
Brazilian Natural Stone Expands Focus Beyond U.S.
Early 2027 targets include buyers in Eastern Europe, plus with trade shows in São Paulo and Xiamen.
Vermont Quarries All In for Stone Poker
Will be presenting sponsor for online Texas Hold ’em tourney to benefit Natural Stone Foundation.
Hieb Now a “Stone Master”
Natural Stone Institute CEO receives honor during the Marmomac trade avent.
