Coverings 2003, the stone and tile industry's annual trade show in Orlando, FL, was recently held from March 24 to 27, less than a week after the first allied military strikes on Iraq.

This Stone of the Month supplied by Granito Zucchi, Serra, Espirito Santo, Brazil.

This Stone of the Month supplied by Tureks/Marble Systems Inc., Fairfax, VA.

In this day of advanced Computer Numerically Controlled machines, endless Internet communication and high-tech installation products, it is interesting to note that raw stoneworking ability still plays an integral role in the natural stone industry.

The T108A is the most recent model of the T108 range of stoneworking equipment from Thibaut of France.

This Stone of the Month supplied by Mystic Granite & Marble of Orlando, FL.

The bridge-sawing machine, LT FP/600, is now available from Levi Tunisi.

In this issue of Stone World, we are presenting a broad range of "Fabrication Case Studies." And given the growth in stoneworking operations -- in the U.S. and abroad -- this is sure to be a recurring theme in future issues as well.

As a large producer of granite slabs, Brasvit Granitos & Mineracao S.A. has established a reputable name for itself in the U.S.

In this issue of Stone World, we present our annual Report from Latin America, with in-depth articles on stone quarries and fabrication plants in the region.