Cal/OSHA Offers Draft Regulations on Silica Ban
Crystalline-silica-laden surfaces couldn’t be fabricated in California beginning 60 days after adoption, with a short-term extension for products already in inventory.
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Silicosis on New York Watch List
City issues health advisory aimed at engineered-stone fabricators after death of one worker.
Safeguard Tariffs Face Federal Court Challenge
A major fabricator and one U.S. producer join importers in questioning procedures in government decision.
Coverings Sticks with Orlando Through 2029
Industry event picks Florida location for first three-consecutive-year location since 2006.
2027 Coverings Awards Nominations Open
Event will honor outstanding tile-and-stone projects and fete young industry up-and-comers.
Caesarstone: Facing Future Challenges
Surfaces manufacturer keeps operations lean, but U.S. tariffs and silicosis-lawsuits pose uncertainty.
Calif. Jury Awards $47 Million in Silicosis Case
Jurors hold remaining manufacturer in lawsuit 6% liable.
Quartz “Safeguard” Import Tariffs to Start Aug. 15
Presidential order for rate/quota system immediately imposes 25% or 50% duty on most imports at start of four-year plan.
IPS Adhesives Acquired by Matrix Adhesives
Integra Adhesives included in sale by private-equity group.
Brazil Stone Exports Hit June All-Time High
Early summer boom nearly offsets slow start in 2026.
