Inclusion of French quarrier/processor enhances global reach for Canadian-based parent company.

Negotiations at recent stone event leads to $3 million in contracts for natural-stone supply.

Members offer materials and services for special residences in Florida and Wisconsin.

New Tennessee facility, located between Nashville and Knoxville, set to provide 38 million ft² annually.

Addition of supplier expands presence in eastern United States.

New facility located near major transportation intersection in Minneapolis suburb.

OMAR SALAZAR , 55, senior crew chief at Charlotte, N.C.-based ROCKin’teriors, on Aug. 14 in Raleigh, N.C.

Surfacing producer maintains strong cash flow, but endures softer U.S. market and large one-time charge-offs.

ParkfFest will include education, machine demos and a big ol’ barbecue; all fabricators welcome.

Ceramic-slab factory in Italy will be hydrogen-powered, including hybrid natural gas/hydrogen kilns.