Featured in this issue
DEPARTMENTS: Industry Spotlight
Zares II: A CNC’s Best Friend? by Peter Marcucci
Fifth Gear Tech Solutions: “By Fabricators for Fabricators” by Shannon Carey
Training and Education Sponsored by Braxton-Bragg Academy
Communication and Accountability, by Ed Hill
Notable Quotes
Industry Topics and Tips
The Stone Detective, by Frederick M. Hueston
Stone Restoration and Maintenance Corner, by Bob Murrell
Installer Turnover, by Aaron Crowley
Traditional Versus Outdated, by Mark McMunn
Spoofing Losses Can Be Covered by Captive Insurance, by Randy Sadler
Stone Industry News and Regulars
Braxton-Bragg Renews Distribution Partnership with Alpha Professional Tools®
Braxton-Bragg Exhibits New CNC Product Lines at Artisan Group Industry Showcase
NSI Announces Call for Entries for 2018 Industry Recognition Awards
Sims-Lohman Acquires Werthan Granite Shop in Nashville, TN
NTCA and Industry Sources Support CEFGA Career Expo and SkillsUSA Competition
Crossville Announces 2018 Recycling Program Milestones
Bostik Products Showcased at Material Connection
Natural Stone Institute Announces 2018 Pinnacle Awards Call for Entries
Chicago Ritz-Carlton Wraps Its Lobby in the Thinnest Marble Slabs on the Market, by Steven Schrenk
Laser Products Announces New Business for Fabricators
NTCA Celebrates 2017 Tile Person of the Year at Coverings 2018
NTCA Announces Appointment of 2018’s First Five Star Contractor
The Lighter Side
The Old Five-Finger Estate Sale Discount
Will the Real Me Please Stand Up? by Sam Venable