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Monthly Archives: January, 2019
Creative Edge Mastershop Sold to Local Investory
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Creative Edge Master Shop, which was founded by Jim Belilove 30 years ago, has announced a transition of ownership to a chosen buyer, Weaton...
iQ PowerTools names new President
iQ Power Tools, manufacturer of premium power tools with integrated dust collection technology, has announced the promotion of Paul Guth to President.
For over 15...
Doug Turner named CEO/President of Lamosa USA
Lamosa Group has announced that it has appointed Doug Turner as Chief Executive Officer/President of Lamosa USA, effective immediately.
Turner is a 30-year veteran of...
John Huarte, University of Notre Dame Alumni, Gives Back
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It is no secret that Arizona Tile founder, John Huarte, has strong and lasting ties with his alma mater. The shared legacy between John...
Natural Stone Institute press release: 2019 Stone Industry Education Series
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The Natural Stone Institute and Stone World magazine are pleased to announce the schedule for the 2019 Stone Industry Education Series. Stone Summits will...
Construction employment rises by 38,000 in December 2018, hourly pay jumps 3.9 percent
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CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT RISES BY 38,000 IN DECEMBER AND 280,000 IN 2018; HOURLY PAY JUMPS 3.9 PERCENT, UNEMPLOYMENT RATE FALLS TO 5.1 PERCENT
Industry's Job and...
Planning for safety and style in commercial and residential showers
Did you know January is National Bath Safety Month? While the origin of this month-long observation is unknown, the reason for it is clear:...
NTCA Regional Training programs educate and inspire
In 2018, NTCA rolled out its program of Regional Training events, with special programs designed for its NTCA Five-Star Contractor Members.
In the late fall,...
Sacramento contractor strikes out on his own after recession; invests in certification
Russell Laird, of A+ Tile & Stone in Sacramento, Calif., (aplustileandstone.thebluebook.com) has made a name for himself in the tiling world, aiming for excellence...
MAPEI mortar brings life to National Shrine’s mosaic dome in Washington, D.C.
MAPEI’s Kerabond/Keralastic System was used to install 14 million pieces of specialized Venetian glass tile
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception...