Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has developed two new innovative Strata_Heat thermostats, providing homeowners with enhanced benefits such as quicker set-up time, hands-free operation and more smart home compatibility features to control their Strata_Heat floor warming system. Both the Wi-Fi Thermostat and Smart LCD Wi-Fi Thermostat can be controlled through the MyStrata_Heat app on a smart device or with most home automation hubs, providing real-time information for optimal usage. 

Epiroc, a leading productivity partner for the mining and infrastructure industries, introduces the DM30 XC blasthole drill that is suitable for a variety of multi-pass rotary and down-the-hole (DTH) drilling applications.

Cutting Edge Countertops, Inc., a premier countertop fabricator for the Midwest with five showrooms and three service centers across Ohio, Michigan and Indiana, recently announced the immediate acquisition of Easyfit Products, Inc., a family owned business that has been operating since 1989.

In response to information from its tile industry colleagues in the Ukraine, the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) and the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) have launched a fundraiser for Save the Children’s humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, and the region, to help protect and support children and their families.

Jim Heib, CEO of the Natural Stone Institute, discusses how they worked with natural stone companies to commit to The International Surfaces Event that was held in Las Vegas, NV.

Stone World magazine had the chance to talk with Elena Grant, the vice president of marketing for Taffy Event Strategies, about what people can expect at Coverings 2022.

The crisis in the ceramic industry has led Feria Valencia to cancel Cevisama, the international ceramic and bathroom exhibition, which was scheduled from June 13 to 17, 2022.

To comply with government’s COVID-19 control measures and to ensure the health and safety of all parties, Xiamen Stone Fair Organizing Committee has decided to postpone the 22nd China Xiamen International Stone Fair from the original date of May 5 to 8, 2022.

Mosaic Companies, the parent company of Walker Zanger and Opustone, plans to continue investments in new product lines and inventory.

A committee of longstanding tile and stone industry leaders thoughtfully evaluated nominations to select this year’s 13 inductees for Coverings Rock Star status.