Staff – Page 169 – Stone Update

March 26, 2015

2014: U.S. Quartz Imports Set Record (Again)

Israel, Spain remain top shippers of engineered stone; China steps up to strong third.

March 19, 2015

Industry group cites release of ANSI/NSC 373 standard; also notes officers, committee chairs for 2015.

March 18, 2015

Ten-member committee for Women in Stone initiative retains Pfannenbecker as chair.

March 18, 2015

Founders celebrate surface anniversary; extends original-owner warranties to 25 years as gift to customers.

March 18, 2015

Stone-and-tile event offers educational opportunities for stone fabricators and sellers.

March 12, 2015

New analysis shows 4.2% annual rise through 2018; North American yearly demand to grow 3.4%.

March 11, 2015

Travertine-clad home wins Grande Pinnacle; other winners show stone variety and sustainable use in commercial and residential projects.

March 10, 2015

Channel manager takes on new role.

March 6, 2015

125 follega Italian-born stoneworker at Minnesota-based Grazzini Brothers takes association honor.

March 5, 2015

New sintered surfaces; CNC bridge saw; improved stone clamps; low-profile sink clips; expanded grout palette; more.