OSHA Asks for Recommendations on Powered Industrial Trucks Standard

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) under the U.S. Department of Labor is asking employers and other stake holders for information regarding powered industrial trucks for general and construction industries before considering an update to the rules regarding such equipment. The current rule became effective in 1971 and were … Read more

Artisan Group Partners with The Home Trust International

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Artisan Group and The Home Trust International have partnered to promote luxury countertops to affluent consumers and design professionals. This collaboration simplifies a homeowner’s search for extraordinary design services and products. Member brands are carefully vetted to ensure the best experience in buying, building, renovating and shopping for a home. … Read more

Hyundai Department Store Group Acquires Hanwha L&C

Hyundai Department Store Group, a major South Korean conglomerate that operates a range of retail and service-based businesses, announced recently that it has completed the acquisition of Hanwha L&C, a leading manufacturer of premium building materials. As part of the acquisition, the company has also changed its name to Hyundai … Read more

Hyundai Department Store Group Acquires Hanwha L&C

Hyundai Department Store Group, a major South Korean conglomerate that operates a range of retail and service-based businesses, announced recently that it has completed the acquisition of Hanwha L&C, a leading manufacturer of premium building materials. As part of the acquisition, the company has also changed its name to Hyundai … Read more

Several Reports of Silicosis in Texas Countertop Shop

In March 2019, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) received a report of an apparent cluster of multiple cases of silicosis among workers associated with occupational silica dust exposures that occurred during the manufacture, finishing and installation of stone countertops. DSHS is currently investigating these cases. There are … Read more

Several Reports of Silicosis in Texas Countertop Shop

In March 2019, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) received a report of an apparent cluster of multiple cases of silicosis among workers associated with occupational silica dust exposures that occurred during the manufacture, finishing and installation of stone countertops. DSHS is currently investigating these cases. There are … Read more

CMA Seeks Submissions for 2019 Wood Diamond Awards

The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) announced that the Wood Diamond Awards program is now accepting submissions for the 2019 contest. The CMA was founded on the principles of sharing one’s experiences and ideas with other members in an effort to promote success and professionalism in the woodworking business. This awards … Read more

CMA Seeks Submissions for 2019 Wood Diamond Awards

The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) announced that the Wood Diamond Awards program is now accepting submissions for the 2019 contest. The CMA was founded on the principles of sharing one’s experiences and ideas with other members in an effort to promote success and professionalism in the woodworking business. This awards … Read more

Wilsonart Debuts New VDL Collection: Scandinavian-Bohemian

In 2019, Wilsonart, through its Virtual Design Library (VDL) of print-on-demand patterns, will bring the design community a quarterly collection of curated designs that fully embraces the concept of individualism and personalization. The first Collection, Scandinavian-Bohemian, is a fusion of styles that work for any maximalist or minimalist space. The Scandinavian-Bohemian Collection includes … Read more

Wilsonart Debuts New VDL Collection: Scandinavian-Bohemian

In 2019, Wilsonart, through its Virtual Design Library (VDL) of print-on-demand patterns, will bring the design community a quarterly collection of curated designs that fully embraces the concept of individualism and personalization. The first Collection, Scandinavian-Bohemian, is a fusion of styles that work for any maximalist or minimalist space. The Scandinavian-Bohemian Collection includes … Read more