Each year, the Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) invites some of its members to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy where they visit quarries and machinery/tooling plants, as well as experience local culture
The Stone Fabricator’s Alliance, more commonly known at the SFA, organizes an annual voyage to Italy. Stone World had the privilege of going on the trip this year. Here is a summary of what was discussed.
The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA), along with Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces by Daltile, has developed an educational event to train fabricators on all facets of the porcelain fabrication process.
A review of Stone World's podcasts for the month of June.
July 6, 2023
Each month, Stone World brings you several podcasts to keep you up-to-date on the latest industry news, events, products and more. If you didn’t have a chance to listen to last month’s recordings, catch up now!
Sandya Dandamudi of GI Stone talks about shop efficiency, as well as investments in machinery and employees, which have led to the overall success of her fabrication business
Sandya Dandamudi of GI Stone talks about shop efficiency, as well as investments in machinery and employees, which have led to the overall success of her fabrication business. To hear more of what Dandamudi had to say, watch the video here.
A review of Stone World's podcasts for the month of May.
June 5, 2023
Each month, Stone World brings you several podcasts to keep you up-to-date on the latest industry news, events, products and more. If you didn’t have a chance to listen to last month’s recordings, catch up now!
BACA Systems, a leading provider of fabrication and manufacturing solutions, is hosting a Fabrication Seminar on June 22, 2023, at The Countertop Factory Midwest facility in Addison, IL, just outside of Chicago.
While natural stone is still admired for its strength and beauty and used for many designs, quartz surfacing and porcelain slabs continue to increase in popularity for certain applications
Stone World recently had the opportunity to ask several leading industry professionals about the latest trends in quartz and porcelain slab lines, as well as the education being provided to fabricators about cutting and installing these materials.
MSI recently hosted a Stone Industry Education (SIE) event at its new facility in West Valley City, UT. The all-day town-hall-style educational session is one of nine that Stone World, along with the Natural Stone Institute.