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.
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Up-to-the-minute reports on what’s going on with stone, other hard surfaces and allied industries.
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.
Hieb Now a “Stone Master”
Natural Stone Institute CEO receives honor during the Marmomac trade avent.
BB Industries Taps New President/CEO
Anthony Kulik joins the Tennessee-based stone tool/supplies distributor.
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.
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.
