Since its beginnings in 1968, Santo Antonio Granitos Ltda. has made a name for itself by processing unique and one-of-a-kind materials, and it has innovative production methods that allow it to work with virtually any type of stone.
Expansions in finished products and machinery have helped Bedrock Quartz Surfaces of West Jordan, UT, to maintain its long-standing fabrication business in a difficult economy.
Starting as a one-man operation in 1921, Santarossa Mosaic & Tile Co., Inc. of Indianapolis, IN, is currently run by a third generation that continually strategizes for ways to grow the business, including the addition of a Flow waterjet to increase production of its customized stonework.
Across the U.S., stone fabrication shops of all sizes are utilizing waterjet equipment in their operations, and they are being used on a variety of finished products.
In business for more than 25 years, Surface Products of Cornelius, NC, expanded its operations to include quartz and natural stone, and its customer base has grown to include a range of commercial clients.
For nearly a quarter-century, Sigma Marble, Granite and Tile has been installing and fabricating stone for a range of prominent architectural works that are recognized on an international level.
The CNC and digital technology in today’s marketplace allows for both high-volume and small-shop production, and representatives from each sector recently shared their experiences with the industry.
Marble and granite fabrication shops are places where cleanliness is always a challenge, but it is possible to keep these locations in excellent condition, more importantly, less prone to accidents or employee health issues.
CarraraMarmotec will take place this month in the historic stoneworking center of Carrara, Italy, featuring an exposition of natural stone and stoneworking technology as well as a range of cultural initiatives for the stone industry and design community.
In business for more than 40 years, Marmi Graniti Favorita of Vicenza, Italy, has developed into a specialist for one-of-a-kind stone materials, including rare varieties of granite, marble and onyx.