International Product Assurance Laboratories (IPA Laboratories), has been honored with the American Council of Independent Laboratories (ACIL) Customer Quality Service Award. IPA Laboratories is one of ten independent laboratories recognized with this award for their exceptional commitment to quality service. Additionally, IPA Laboratories received a Special Recognition Award as one of the top three laboratories for timeliness. 

MAPEI Corporation celebrated the expansion of its existing Calhoun, GA, facility with an open house event held on October 20, 2023, with customers, employees and other guests. The remodeled existing 210,000-square-foot (19 510-m2) facility now features an additional 45,000 square feet (4 181 m2) of production space as well as an additional 20,000 square feet (1 858 m2) of office space.

Design Industry for Peace is holding an online auction from November 7^th until November 17^th that will feature an outstanding array of donated products and services from leading designers and brands across the industry that will benefit Israeli communities in need.

The Natural Stone Institute has provided natural stone and fabrication services for two homes with the Gary Sinise Foundation through its R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program. The Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program builds 100% mortgage-free specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders.

The Crossville® Native Metal collection, one of its new carbon-neutral porcelain tile series, has been recognized with a Planet Positive Award. The Crossville Native Metal collection was recognized as the winner in the Surfaces, Tiles and Materials category.

Coverings, the premier international ceramic tile and natural stone exhibition and conference in North America, has launched the official openings for event registration, discounted hotel booking options and award program submissions for Coverings 2024, which will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) in Atlanta, GA, April 22 to 25, 2024. 

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced its 2023 Tile Setter Craftsperson of the Year Award in both the residential and commercial categories.

The fabricator-focused programming included educational sessions about the importance of safety, shop efficiency and the power of technology, along with plenty of leisure time to network and enjoy the island destination.

As Cevisama prepares for its 2024 edition, the outlook for occupancy rates is extremely good. With more than four months to go to opening day, the fair has already sold 80% of the stand space available.

Women in Stone (WIS) will hold its fourth annual Amazing Race during StonExpo at The International Surface Event (TISE).