Chemical Concepts Launches New & Improved Website

Chemical Concepts, a wholesale supplier of adhesives, silicone, support brackets and fasteners is launching a revamped website. The company’s goal is to make the customer experience easier than ever before with more organization and better performance on all devices. Designed with the help of Sharp Innovations out of Conestoga, Pa., … Read more

Coverings Invites Attendees To Find New Connections

Coverings (coverings.com), the largest international tile and stone show in North America, has announced new opportunities for exhibitors and attendees to make quality connections through networking. Programs focused on network-building at the show include extended show floor hours, digitally-driven introductions facilitated via the Coverings app, and a celebration of all … Read more

Business Sense: Stand Out From the Pack – Step Four

By Harry Hollander of Moraware Last month, we talked about choosing your unique angle. If you want to have a reputation of being better than your competitors, sometimes just being different is all it takes. There is something unique about what you offer, and step 3 will help you position yourself that … Read more

Health & Safety Watch: Fatal Occupational Injuries on the Rise

According to an OSHA trade release this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics has compiled the Census of 2016 Fatal Occupational Injuries reports, which shows a 7 percent increase from the previous year. A total of 5,190 workplace fatalities occurred in 2016, bring the rate up from 3.4 per 100,000 … Read more

Amy Miller Named Executive Director of ISFA

Amy Miller was hired to serve as the Executive Director of the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) at the end of November. Of note is that Miller has the honor of being the first woman to serve in this highest position on the ISFA staff. Previously, Miller was the Director of … Read more

MSI Introduces Larger Format Stile Gauged Porcelain Slabs

M S International, Inc. (MSI) recently introduced Stile Gauged Porcelain slabs in a larger format. The slabs, that mimic the look of natural stone, are suitable for use on interior and exterior projects in both commercial and residential properties. Stile Gauged Porcelain slabs are significantly lighter than natural stone slabs and … Read more

Trick for Trimming Laminate Countertops without Damaging Edge Banding

This video, listed as posted by “Manley Design” was shared by someone who is obviously a professional countertop fabricator, as you can see his shop and CNC machine in the background. In it, an unnamed man offers a trick of the trade or tip when trimming laminate to size that … Read more

Ruvati Introduces 45-in. Workstation Sink

Ruvati introduced the 45-in. Workstation Sink. Kitchen functionality is taken to a whole new level with this 45-in. long workstation sink that converts the kitchen sink to a full-fledged work space. It is made from 16 gauge premium 304 grade stainless steel (18/10 Chromium/Nickel) and is resistant to rusting. Heavy duty … Read more

Stone World Publishes Guide to Sourcing Quartz

Before purchasing quartz slabs and working with them, fabricators should understand that there are some major differences between sourcing quartz and natural stone. For instance, most natural stone that appears identical probably has identical properties and performance, but this is not the case with quartz. To help fabricators learn these … Read more

Business Sense: Stand Out From The Pack – Step 3

By Harry Hollander of Moraware In steps 1 and 2, we focused on two critical pieces for crafting your unique selling proposition for your countertop business. First, you must choose your buyer. Second, you must choose what it is you are selling. Choose Your Unique Angle Now that we’ve gotten … Read more