Trade Commission Seeks Input on Trade Barriers from ISFA Members

The United States International Trade Commission has invited ISFA and its members to participate in a study to catalog issues and experiences that small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) are having in exporting to the European Union (EU). Of particular interest are any non-tariff measures that disproportionately affect the ability … Read more

PR and Small Business: Four Practical Parallels

There are numerous preconceived notions about the field of public relations and the everyday life of a PR professional. Many Americans may envision a Hollywood landscape of exclusive events, material excess and prestige while others visualize an individual furiously hammering phones and email, determined to lock down an interview with … Read more

Caesarstone Canada Launches 6 New Quartz Designs

Caesarstone Canada introduced six new designs to its Classico collection. These latest designs are inspired by natural stone. Among the new hues are four additions to the Supernatural series, including Vanilla Noir, Alpine Mist, Coastal Grey (pictured here) and Bianco Drift. Both Vanilla Noir and Alpine Mist are characterized by striking … Read more

Wolseley Becomes TOTO’s First National Distributor in Canada

Wolseley Canada and TOTO formed a partnership, making Wolseley the first company in Canada to carry TOTO’s full product line from coast-to-coast. All TOTO fixtures and fittings, including faucets, lavatories, accessories, showers,etc., are available at Wolseley’s 144 Plumbing branches and showrooms across Canada. This new agreement between Wolseley and TOTO is an … Read more

Granex Breaks Ground on New Manufacturing Facility in Tampa, Fla.

Granex Inc., a supplier of granite and other natural stone, broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Tampa, Fla. in August. The $6 million development will process granite and marble slabs from imported raw materials and create up to 50 new jobs upon completion. “This facility will be a … Read more