Moraware recently announced a major update to its CounterGo software, which allows countertop fabricators and authorized account users to design and quote jobs in just a few minutes. Moraware is one of the leading manufacturers of software for the countertop fabrication industry, and it has helped fabricators with more than … Read more
The new Secure A-frame is available from Groves Incorporated. Designed to reduce personal injuries from falling slabs, this safetydevice features a lockable post-and-arm system made of heavy duty tubular steel. It replaces nylon straps, wood clamps and other methods of securing slabs to A-Frame units. Users load the A-frame as … Read more
The United States manufacturing plants of Texas-based Wilsonart have been certified to ISO 14001 and to OHSAS 18001 in recognition of exceptional focus on environmental and health and safety management systems. The company’s plants in Temple, Texas and Fletcher, N.C., have met requirements of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) related … Read more
By Michael Menard Despite the wealth of information available to us, many of today’s best and brightest business leaders still make poor decisions. This is unfortunate because sound decision making is at the heart of every company’s success. Even if you have the best education and years of experience, it’s … Read more
The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) announced that it will be holding a hands-on Stone/Quartz Total Fabrication Training class for those who wish to learn how to fabricate quartz surfacing, granite and other natural stone. The class, taught by Dr. Fred Hueston, a well known stone industry expert, will be … Read more
Soapstone is often referred to as “the original stone countertop.” This is because soapstone deposits were first formed up to 400 million years ago, and these deposits are located in all corners of the globe. Soapstone has been used for thousands of years by cultures of all types as cookware, … Read more
The Marble Institute of America (MIA) announced the hiring of Aaron Dahnke to fill the vacated role of Education Manager. Aaron joins the MIA after 9 years of non-profit management experience, most recently serving as Education and Partnerships Manager at the Center for Nonprofit Advancement in Washington, D.C. Dahnke fills … Read more
by Frederick M. Hueston, Ph.D. Recently, there have been newspaper articles and news on TV that are putting out false information about granite. “Do not use granite,” one outlet implored. “It is dangerous and can harm you,” stated another. “Granite emits radon, and it can also harbor bacteria,” said others. … Read more
Grenite, an engineered stone product from Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics received “food zone” certification from NSF International “Saint-Gobain’s Grenite certification underscores the company’s commitment in meeting the highest food safety standards,” said Sarah Krol, general manager of NSF International’s Food Equipment Certification Program. NSF International approved the use of Grenite as … Read more
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced a redesigned line of router tables. The new designs feature a bright white table color, added accessory tracks, dust port and translucent bit guard to deliver maximum precision, ease of use and safety for all router table operations. The High Pressure Laminate (HPL), Pro … Read more
