Quartzite is a unique natural rock made up of interlocking quartz crystals resulting in a remarkably dense and hard rock. To quickly and cleanly cut a material of this quality requires a specialized blade.
Stone World magazine talked with several fabricators to find out why they invested in saw/waterjet technology and what benefits they are reaping from having the machinery
Saw/waterjet technology has been on the rise, being used in more and more shops across the country. Stone World recently asked a group of fabricators who use the technology why they decided to purchase it to begin with, what operations they use it for, and how they have seen the technology change.
New Tenax automated edge polishing wheels are excellent on all materials, including quartz, granite, marble, porcelain and ceramic. They can be used for either a straight edge or a bullnose edge.
Omag S.p.A introduces the Blade5ar, which isits latest in its range of CNC work centers, as well as the latest in countertop, architectural and dimensional stone processing machinery.
After the financial crash, Countertop Specialties invested in automated equipment and changed its business strategy to meet the new demands of the industry
Up until the year 2008, Countertop Specialties in Tulsa, OK, had record-setting years financially. Then the financial crash hit, and they have slowly come back.