July’s granite shipments increase 62% through U.S. ports-of-entry from last year, with major pushes from Brazil and Canada.

  Canada, Italy among big movers in July imports.

  Italian gov’t official praises international effort.

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  Focus on slab-moisture testing.

  Rise sparked mainly by North America; granite shipments waver.

  Redesigned look for StonExpo, other TISE Shows.

  Company adds sinks to surfacing-product selection.

  StonExpo now part of International Surface Event, will be in Las Vegas and Miami Beach next year.

  Brings more than a decade of experience to Colorado stone/masonry firm.