sintered stone

Anatolia To Unveil Sintered Stone Slab Collection at Cersaie 2024

Anatolia will showcase its latest innovation in surface design, with its Sintered Stone Slab Collection at the upcoming Cersaie tradeshow in Bologna, Italy, taking place from Sept 23-27, 2024. Anatolia’s Sintered Stone Slabs create surfaces that embody both the elegance of natural stone and the sophistication of contemporary designs. Utilizing … Read more

Neolith Releases New Low-Silica Designs

Three of Neolith’s latest low-silica surfaces have landed in the US and are now available across the country. Cappadocia Sunset evokes the textures, movement and dynamism of the Turkish region, without compromising elegance, neutrality in color and balance that can be expected in a Neolith product. Available in silk finish. … Read more

Lapitec Granted First CE Mark

Lapitec draws inspiration from nature, but through a patented production process, it reinterprets its codes, creating something new and distinct from any other surface existing in the environment and on the market. Non-porous on the surface, ‘full-body’, therefore identical throughout its entire volume, silica-free, and highly resistant, Lapitec differs from … Read more

Video Guide for Fabricating and Installing Porcelain Slabs

This video is from Caesarstone’s Master of Stone education series which the company makes available to hard surface fabricators for free in an effort to promote safety. The company’s online “Training Center” is a learning platform, dedicated to making information and working guidelines accessible to fabricators worldwide.

This video is about 20 minutes long and gives a solid overview of the various processes involved in working professionally with porcelain. It includes segments on prefabrication preparations, including inspections; machine cutting guidelines and properly planning the cutting; manual cutting guidelines; the transportation of fabricated slabs; proper installation; overhangs and islands; and post-installation considerations.

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European Commission Officially Defines Sintered Stone Product Category

In May 2023, the European Commission and European Organization for Technical Assessment (EOTA) officially adopted a new European Assessment Document (EAD) that defines a new product category known as Sintered Stone. The definition of this new category of material is as follows: “An industrial product formed by a wet mixture … Read more

Porcelanosa Opens New Sintered Stone Plant

Porcelanosa has invested a total of 55 million euros in the development of its new 375,000 sq. ft. plant in the Castellón municipality of Villarreal , where the company’s headquarters are located. This center will produce close to 14 million sq. ft. per year of large-format porcelain and sintered stone. … Read more

Neolith Presents Iconic Design

Neolith has launched an all-new generation of surfaces featuring 3D printing technology known as Neolith Iconic Design. According to the company this groundbreaking product will set a new standard in the sintered stone industry as it combines the latest in decorating, technology and art. Neolith says this launch will allow … Read more

CVC Fund VIII Acquires Sintered Stone Surfaces Manufacturer Neolith Group

Private equity platform, CVC Capital Partners VIII, has agreed to invest in the Neolith Group, which was previously controlled by its founders, the Esteve Family, and Investindustrial. Neolith, pioneer in the creation of sintered stone and a global leader with business in more than 100 countries, leads the ongoing process … 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

Lapitec Offers New Larger Slab Sizes

Lapitec sintered stone slabs are now available in larger sizes. In addition to the 1500- by 3365-mm size slab, the full-body material is now available in two new sizes. For 12- and 20-mm thicknesses the slab measures 1540- by 3440-mm, while in the 30mm thickness its size is 1500- by … Read more




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