Formica Corporation hired Craig Francisco as director of strategy and business development. He will work directly with the executive team to identify growth opportunities for North American operations. Francisco was previously chief operating officer at The L.E. Smith Company, a countertop manufacturer in Bryan, Ohio.
Eurosoft Inc. has expanded its OnCORE brand of software solutions by adding Veneer. This stand-alone software is specifically designed to address the unique challenges posed by the production of veneered panels from narrow strips of precuts. The software features an integrated database to store and manage parts and inventory, allowing … Read more
E?OS Surfaces added Stalwart Systems to its Ge?os distributors. Stalwart Systems is located in Niles, Ill. Stalwart’s territories include Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Missouri and Michigan.
The Concrete Countertop Institute (CCI) moved its primary training location to the Chicago area. All hands-on classes will be held at the Concrete Countertop Supply by Fishstone facility in Elgin, Ill. There will be no change in curriculum or instructors. Jeff Girard, president of CCI, will continue to instruct the … Read more
Glue Warehouse is now offering the new GW4300 Structural Adhesive through its online store. It is suitable for bonding undermounting sink kits to a range of surfaces including natural stone, quartz, solid surface and concrete. GW4300 is available in 400ml and 50ml cartridges and cures in 10 to 15 minutes … Read more
Klingspor’s new Fusion Foam Pads are the latest in high-technology abrasives for surface preparation. Fusion Foam is suitable for final finishing of solid surface materials, marble and granite surfaces, sanding filler, primer, orange peel, fiberglass, clear coats and fine finish restoration. It is also good for scuff sanding lacquer sealers, … Read more
A line of Viper Antiquing Brushes are now available from Braxton-Bragg, which can be used to achieve a textured or leathered look for all types of stone. Diamond brushes work with harder stones, such as granite, to lower softer veins, creating an “antique” effect. Using the brushes, fabricators can offer … Read more