StoneTalk Episode 40: Jon Lancto

In this all-new episode of Moraware’s StoneTalk podcast, host Patrick Foley speaks with Jon Lancto of Artisan Group and the Marble Institute of America (MIA). Among the wide variety of topics discussed are the following: Sharing best practices and buying power across companies The trend toward paperless A simple way … Read more

Natural Stone Resource Library Surpasses 50,000 Downloads

MIA+BSI’s Natural Stone Resource Library has reached a new milestone of 50,000 downloads. Launched in 2015, the library houses all MIA+BSI technical documents, as well as resources from other industry associations. There are currently 272 documents available. All resources can be downloaded free of charge. The Library has become a … Read more

Natural Stone Resource Library Surpasses 50,000 Downloads

MIA+BSI’s Natural Stone Resource Library has reached a new milestone of 50,000 downloads. Launched in 2015, the library houses all MIA+BSI technical documents, as well as resources from other industry associations. There are currently 272 documents available. All resources can be downloaded free of charge. The Library has become a … Read more

StoneTalk Episode 35: Jim Hieb

In episode 35 of Moraware’s StoneTalk podcast, Jim Hieb of the Marble Institute of America (MIA) speaks with host Patrick Foley on a multitude of subjects, including all of the following: The role of associations in the countertop industry How to comply with new OSHA regulations Why you should create … Read more

MIA+BSI Continues Support of Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. Program

MIA+BSI continues to support the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). Through this program, MIA+BSI members provide natural stone materials, fabrication and installation for specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and their families nationwide. MIA President Jon Lancto (Big Fish Consulting) notes that this a … Read more

MIA+BSI Continues Support of Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. Program

MIA+BSI continues to support the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). Through this program, MIA+BSI members provide natural stone materials, fabrication and installation for specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and their families nationwide. MIA President Jon Lancto (Big Fish Consulting) notes that this a … Read more

Fabricator Profile: Solid Surfaces Inc. Stays on the Cutting Edge

Solid Surfaces Inc. was one of the first solid-surface fabricators to automate its shop, and the company takes pride in staying on the cutting edge of surface materials and fabrication processes. After updating the business’s software, Mitch Makowski, president of Solid Surfaces Inc., found that he and his team could … Read more

Fabricator Profile: Solid Surfaces Inc. Stays on the Cutting Edge

Solid Surfaces Inc. was one of the first solid-surface fabricators to automate its shop, and the company takes pride in staying on the cutting edge of surface materials and fabrication processes. After updating the business’s software, Mitch Makowski, president of Solid Surfaces Inc., found that he and his team could … Read more

MIA+BSI Releases Dimension Stone Design Manual, Version 8.0

MIA+BSI: The Natural Stone Institute released the Dimension Stone Design Manual, Version 8.0, the stone industry’s single-source reference for dimension stone design and construction facts and details. Major revisions and additions to version 8.0 include a new “Restoration and Maintenance” chapter consisting of 122 pages covering equipment, repairs, sealers, restorative … Read more

MIA+BSI Releases Dimension Stone Design Manual, Version 8.0

MIA+BSI: The Natural Stone Institute released the Dimension Stone Design Manual, Version 8.0, the stone industry’s single-source reference for dimension stone design and construction facts and details. Major revisions and additions to version 8.0 include a new “Restoration and Maintenance” chapter consisting of 122 pages covering equipment, repairs, sealers, restorative … Read more