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GreenGuard Environmental Institute offers two new courses

GreenGuard Environmental Institute offers two new continuing education courses in sustainable design to architects and designers.


Bellavita's new Website offers inspiration

Bellavita Tile’s recently launched Website, www.bellavitatile.com, features tile trends and project inspirations using the company’s line of glass, metal, glazed porcelain and ceramic tile.


Revestir brings business strategies, technical standards to table

Day three of Expo Revestir, currently being held in São Paulo, Brazil March 9-12, saw the introduction of several vital discussions and forums affecting the architectural, design and construction communities.


ACIMAC's Cassani stresses importance of Italian, Brazilian partnership

The second day of Expo Revestir in São Paulo, Brazil, brought together exhibitors and representatives of the Association of Italian Manufacturers of Machinery and Equipment for Ceramics (ACIMAC) to discuss market trends for Italian ceramic tiles and its relationship with Brazil.


Laticrete sponsors Tile Heritage Foundation’s national exhibition

Laticrete has made the top level pledge as an "Exhibition Hosting" sponsor for Tell-Tale Tiles & Fractured Fantasies, a juried exhibition exploring contemporary tile making and ceramic mosaics as a story-telling medium.


Expo Revestir opens with optimistic outlook

According to Expo Revestir president, Antonio Carlos Kieling, "The expectations for this market in 2010 are the best. Two years after the crisis that shook the whole world economy, we expect our field to present an increase of 8.47% in its figures."


Acimac: India, Brazil integral to ceramic industry

After organizing an institutional stand at Cevisama in Valencia, the Italian ceramic machinery and equipment manufacturers' association has participated in two international trade fairs for the sector, the recently concluded Indian Ceramics expo, and Revestir.


Commitments for Surfaces 2011 gaining momentum

Organizers of Surfaces 2011 say the event is off to a strong start with 25-percent of the show floor for next year's event already confirmed by exhibitors during this year's show.


Ready for the EPA's new Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule?

If you are involved in any type of project in any structure built prior to 1978, then you are affected by this regulation.


Imagine Tile chosen for Todd Oldham-led project

The Art Deco theme was carried throughout, including the bathrooms where custom tiles from Imagine Tile are used.


Laticrete appoints new technical sales rep for Oregon region

Jake Tarry is Laticrete's new technical sales representative for the Oregon region.


Revestir set to receive thousands for annual expo

Preparations are nearly complete for the eighth edition of Revestir to be held at the Transamerica Expo Center in São Paulo, Brazil, March 9-12.


Recent slab-handling incidents fuel new MIA initiative

In light of several recent slab handling accident deaths at stone facilities across the country, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) has launched a new safety initiative that will examine every facet of slab handling.


NeoCon to offer expanded educational tracks, components

The 42nd NeoCon World’s Trade Fair is set for its return to Chicago’s Merchandise Mart June 14-16. Organizers are expecting more than 40,000 industry professionals from around the world to view thousands of new products offered by more than 700 manufacturers.


Ironrock Website features dedicated environmental section

Ironrock has redesigned its Website, www.ironrock.com, to include an "Environment" section detailing its "state-of-the-art production, history of stewardship and community awareness, and a company-wide recycling program."


Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright commemorated in Motawi Tile

Motawi Tileworks joins the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the completion of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House. Designed for his client Frederick C. Robie in 1908 and completed in 1910, this residence is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture.


Laticrete creates new international role, promotes Davis

Focusing largely on China, India, South East Asia and the Arabian Gulf, Davis will work closely with architects and specification teams.


Deadline is today for PROJECT: Green program

Today is the deadline for PROJECT: Green, a program new to Coverings 2010 that will highlight sustainable projects from the past two years.


Creative Tileworks unveils new Website

The newly launched Creative Tileworks website features the company’s interchangeable decorative accent tile system.


GreenGuard Environmental Institute launches revamped Website

The site (www.greenguard.org) boasts a new layout and improved navigability that features pull-down menu tabs and pages designed specifically for each of GEI's audiences.


New MIA bulletin addresses stone anchorage systems

The 12-page bulletin will serve as a guide to the tradesperson to provide general insight how stone anchorage devices interface with stone panels and the building structure.


NWFA, FCICA endorse statement on floor flatness

Two national flooring associations, the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) and the Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA) have endorsed a position statement on floor flatness tolerances written by the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC). 


Product Placement 2.1 readies for 'Explorations in Tile'

Postponed from an earlier date, Product Placement 2.1 (co-sponsored by Ceramic Tiles of Italy and Nemo Tile Co. in New York City) is set to take place this tonight.


MAPEI products appear as BIM Systems on ARCAT.com

MAPEI says it's making the job easier for architects and specifiers by working with ARCAT to develop its wide array of products into Building Information Modeling (BIM) systems.


‘Coverings Select’ to recognize outstanding new tile, stone products

Organizers of Coverings, in partnership with Contract magazine, have launched "Coverings Select," a juried program honoring those tile and stone products that reflect design, engineering and technological innovation and that set new standards in aesthetics and performance.


Economical decision behind StonExpo, Surfaces 2011 date change

Hanley Wood Exhibitions says the dates for StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas and Surfaces 2011 have been changed. The expo will now be held January 24-27 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.


BNP Media editor wins international journalism award

Jennifer Adams, editor of sister publication Contemporary Stone & Tile Design recently won the International Journalism Award from the Spanish Trade Commission for her work on the magazine. The honor, presented by ASCER president Joaquin Piñon Gaya during the Cevisama Expo in Valencia, Spain, was bestowed upon Adams before an audience of architects and designers, as well as members of the international tile industry. 


MAPEI to sponsor MIA's 2010 Pinnacle Award

MAPEI Corp. is sponsoring the Marble Institute of America's (MIA) 2010 Pinnacle Awards competition, which honors natural stone companies, architects and designers worldwide for exemplary work.


MAPEI acquires building in Dalton

MAPEI Corp. has acquired an 80,500 sq. ft. building on 5.2 acres of property at 2308 Dalton Industrial Court in Dalton, Ga.


Buildex Chicago: New trade show set for June

Trade show and property management group MMPI will launch Buildex Chicago at The Merchandise Mart, June 14-16, 2010.


Floor Coverings Int’l. taps Warmup as preferred partner

Warmup, a manufacturer of electric underfloor heating, has been named as Floor Coverings International’s (FCI) preferred supplier of electric radiant heating products.


Lea Ceramiche opens flagship store in Milan

Lea Ceramiche has chosen Milan, Italy, as the location of its first showroom. According to the company, the project revolved around the concept that a space “is not simply a room,” but also an area that encourages interaction, reflection and experimentation.


Deadline extended to Friday for Surfaces 2011 presentations

Show organizers of Surfaces 2011 have extended their deadline for educational presentations to Friday, Feb. 12.


Coverings announces Vegas debut with 2011 show

Organizers of Coverings have announced that the venue for its 2011 tile and stone exhibition is now officially Las Vegas. The expo will take place March 14-17, 2011, at the Sands Convention Center.


Ceramic Tiles of Italy, Nemo Tile team up for Product Placement 2.1

Set to take place February 22 in New York City, Product Placement 2.1 (co-sponsored by Ceramic Tiles of Italy and Nemo Tile Co. in New York) will focus on porcelain and ceramic slabs, emerging trends (including new formats and sustainable standouts), technologies and inspirations.


Laticrete's 2009 TPFH donations exceed $400K

Longtime TPFH supporter Laticrete has donated more than $400,000 in materials and cash for the installation of tile and stone hard surfaces in 2009.


Turkish Ceramics to exhibit at K/BIS, Coverings

Although there is a great distance between the two countries, the USA ranks sixth in imports of Turkish ceramic sanitary ware products and 10th in importing Turkish ceramic tiles.


Porcelanatto, Karim Rashid alliance produces ‘NO-Stalgia’

In collaboration with designer Karim Rashid, Porcelanatto has unveiled NO-Stalgia.


Coverings 2010 organizers unveil educational lineup

Organizers of Coverings 2010 are offering tile and stone contractors and installers more than 40 educational sessions during the show. Topics will range from how to boost profits in a challenging economy to the latest innovations in installation methods and materials.


Rugo to lead MIA as president

Brett S. Rugo, founder and president of Rugo Stone, LLC of Lorton, VA, and grandson of an Italian stone carver, has been chosen as the new president of the Marble Institute of America (MIA).


Tile professionals reveal 'Most Preferred' brands in ClearSeas survey, awards

The 2009 Tile & Stone Installation Contractor Market Study, conducted by Clear Seas Research in partnership with the National Tile Council of America (NTCA) and TILE Magazine, recognized the Most Preferred Brands. The awards ceremony was held February 3, during Surfaces 2010 in Las Vegas.


NTCA, CTDA, TCNA join forces for all-industry conference

Total Solutions Plus 2010 will be an all-industry conference and tabletop display scheduled for November 4-6, at the Naples Grand Beach Resort in Naples, FL.


Surfaces Products 2010: Must-see products set to launch during Surfaces

Welcome to Surfaces Products 2010, a special section highlighting some of the industry's latest products. This section includes a range of introductions set to launch during Surfaces 2010, Feb. 1-4 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas.


Daltile renews, expands NTCA workshop sponsorship

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) says it has renewed and expanded its sponsorship program with Daltile for 2010.


NTCA, CTI to offer CEU-accredited program

The two industry leaders are working together to present a series of seminars across the country designed to help the industry "keep up with the latest advances in technology and design."


FTI FloorCovering launches new website

FTI FloorCovering has launched its new website, www. FTIFloorcovering.com . The new web site enables end users and contractors to find workers and companies near them to get the projects done on time and on budget.


MAPEI's technical services manager addresses DCC

Pierre Hebert, manager of Technical Services for MAPEI Inc., recently gave a presentation during a dinner conference held by the Montreal Chapter of DCC (Construction Specification Canada) that included key points on the proper surface preparation necessary to achieve successful ceramic, stone and soft floor-covering installations.


Husqvarna drops Felker name, consolidates products

Husqvarna Construction Products has chosen to consolidate its two tile brands, Husqvarna and Felker, into one brand under the Husqvarna name.


Recycled content integral to Stone & Pewter Accents' Sumi-e line

Sumi-e folds streams of brilliant glass pigments into post-consumer recycled glass, which bleeds into the body of each clear tile.


China prepping for upcoming ceramic, sanitary ware fair

The 15th China International Ceramic & Sanitaryware Fair Foshan, set for April 18-22 in China Ceramics City, China, is set to welcome more than 500 ceramic tile and sanitary ware exhibitors.















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