Sun Capital Partners Affiliate Acquires TENAX

Sun Capital Partners, Inc. (Sun Capital), a private investment firm focused on businesses in growing markets has announced that an affiliate has completed the acquisition of Verona, Italy-based TENAX. TENAX is a manufacturer of chemical products, abrasives and tooling for the treatment of natural stone, engineered stone and ceramic tiles. … Read more

Natural Stone Institute Becomes Endorsing Partner of Hardscape North America

The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has become an Endorsing Partner of Hardscape North America, a trade show for hardscape contractors, dealers and landscape professionals. Held annually in Louisville, KY, the HNA and Equip Expo shows co-locate and host more than 20,000 hardscape and landscape professionals. As of July 1, the … Read more

Oneida Air Introduces Dust Deputy 2.5

The new Dust Deputy 2.5 from Oneida Air boasts improved high airflow and the company’s patented cyclone design that stops over 99 percent of fine dusts and bulk debris from clogging the vacuum’s filter. According to the company the Dust Deputy 2.5 has up to two times the airflow of … Read more

UofCTS Offers New Online Course

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) is now offering “The Complete Guide on Developing Tile & Stone Specifications with Architects” course. The course provides students with thorough and detailed information on how architectural sales representatives can get tile and stone products specified.   The course covers: Selection Process and … Read more

Artistic Tile Introduces Calacatta Macchia Vecchia

Artistic Tile presents new Calacatta Macchia Vecchia marble slab. The 3/4-in. polished stone is a classic Italian marble, sourced in quarries that are part of Italy’s cultural heritage. The marble features soft, velvety grey bolts and veins sweep across a ground of fresh cream & mellow ochre. The resulting slab … Read more

Wilsonart Introduces Custom Woodgrain Staining Collection

Wilsonart has introduced its new Woodgrain Staining collection. For the first time, Wilsonart is giving real wood and veneer staining ability to laminate. This new innovation within the Wilsonart® High Pressure Laminate (HPL) portfolio allows designers to achieve the look of real stained wood or veneers in virtually any color they want. … Read more

Mosaic Companies Plans New East Coast Distribution Hub

Mosaic Companies unveiled plans for a new, state-of-the-art warehouse and distribution hub in Miami. This marks the latest in a series of strategic investments the company has been making to fulfill its mission and better serve its customers. Located in the Countyline Corporate Park in Hialeah, the new facility will … Read more

Walker Zanger Releases New Tile Collection

Walker Zanger, American high-end brand in slabs and tiles, has released a new stone mosaic collection named Pietra Gris. The collection features subtle, unique and naturally occurring color variations, embodied in mosaics and field tile with a palette centered around natural whites and cloudy gray veins. Pietra Gris is an … Read more

Lapitec Launches USA Division & New Color

Lapitec sintered stone, used in architecture, interior and product design, announced plans for expansion in the North American market. According to the company a proprietary warehouse to efficiently serve the market will launch in Florida with a team of local professionals, proving Lapitec’s determination to boost its presence in the … Read more

Natural Stone Institute Releases Updated Dimension Stone Design Manual

The Natural Stone Institute has announced that the newest version of the Dimension Stone Design Manual is now available. Dimension Stone Design Manual 2022 is available for download or hard copy purchase. The 2022 edition will be of special interest to commercial installers, fabricators, design professionals, and suppliers to the … Read more