The Concrete Countertop Institute (CCI) moved its primary training location to the Chicago area. All hands-on classes will be held at the Concrete Countertop Supply by Fishstone facility in Elgin, Ill. There will be no change in curriculum or instructors. Jeff Girard, president of CCI, will continue to instruct the … Read more
Glue Warehouse is now offering the new GW4300 Structural Adhesive through its online store. It is suitable for bonding undermounting sink kits to a range of surfaces including natural stone, quartz, solid surface and concrete. GW4300 is available in 400ml and 50ml cartridges and cures in 10 to 15 minutes … Read more
Klingspor’s new Fusion Foam Pads are the latest in high-technology abrasives for surface preparation. Fusion Foam is suitable for final finishing of solid surface materials, marble and granite surfaces, sanding filler, primer, orange peel, fiberglass, clear coats and fine finish restoration. It is also good for scuff sanding lacquer sealers, … Read more
A line of Viper Antiquing Brushes are now available from Braxton-Bragg, which can be used to achieve a textured or leathered look for all types of stone. Diamond brushes work with harder stones, such as granite, to lower softer veins, creating an “antique” effect. Using the brushes, fabricators can offer … Read more
The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) made several announcements, including the results of its election for its executive committee, the hiring of a new CEO and a recent induction to its hall of fame. Election results for the 2012 NKBA Executive Committee, include Alan W. Zielinski, CKD of Niles, … Read more
Samsung Staron announced availability of Staron-brand Joint Adhesives for the North American market. The product is the result of collaboration between Samsung Chemical (USA) Inc. and Confid Inc. The product is the preferred seaming materials for bonding of Staron acrylic solid-surface sheets and edge laminations. Tested and manufactured over several … Read more
Teragren, manufacturer of environmentally-friendly bamboo flooring, panels, veneer and worktops, announced Caitlyn Kari was named marketing communications manager, and Bryan Ripka named Northwest regional sales manager. Kari is responsible for representing the Teragren brand with the public and building products industry. Ripka is responsible for representing all Teragren product categories in … Read more