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
After watching this video, I wonder if all of the solid surface tops are built from such thin solid surface in Europe? I’ve heard there were major problems with solid surface veneer (SSV) in the United States, many years ago. However,this video from the United Kingdom shows the fabrication and … Read more
Every month CountertopResource.com sends out the Countertop Industry Insider, a newsletter full of information for the industry. It includes articles, industry news, new product information, updates on the latest happenings and much more. This in an invaluable tool for anyone involved in, allied with or interested in the countertop industry. … 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
Mario & Son, in Liberty Lake, Wash., is the largest fabricator in the Pacific Northwest, offering natural stone, quartz, tile and specialty products. The company has a list of clients that are concentrated in the building market, but also serves retail customers, along with handling some commercial work. It operates … Read more
by Steve Richerson Several big companies, such as GE, IBM and Walmart, and many smaller companies, including Tenant, Centiva and Stonyfield Yogurt, have recently locked their GPS coordinates on a really intriguing destination: market profitability through ecological sustainability. And fabricators can also benefit from taking this route. Ecological sustainability refers … Read more
Park Industries’ new FOCUS is a fully digital CNC Saw that is designed for easy programming via the company’s exclusive Quick Cut programming. The fully programmable miter feature allows fabricators to cut mitered angles with a click of the mouse. Whether straight or miter cuts, it has full table coverage. … Read more
By Express Countertops A good approach to take with customers with regards to bathroom countertops is as follows: Are you looking for bathroom countertop ideas to help your room stand out and truly your own style? With a wide range of options available for countertop material, accessories, and colors, you … Read more
The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA), has announced a new training date for its hands-on Solid Surface Total Fabrication Training Level I. The four-day class will be held from Feb. 18 to 21 at the associations training facility in Orem, Utah. The training course, taught by Mike Nolan, longtime trainer … Read more
Distributed solely by Colonial Saw Company in North America, with five models of Swiss-made STRIEBIG vertical panel saws, there is a version suitable for every size shop. The saws are known for their efficiency, seam-ready cut quality and durability in the countertop fabrication industry, and standard models can even v-groove … Read more
