MIA+BSI Seeks Volunteers for 2018 Xiamen Stone Fair Delegation

MIA+BSI, in coordination with the China Xiamen International Stone Fair, is extending an opportunity to association members interested in volunteering their time and serving as part of the delegation to the fair. The China Xiamen International Stone Fair connects thousands of buyers, suppliers and manufacturers from around the globe. Held March … Read more

MIA+BSI Seeks Volunteers for 2018 Xiamen Stone Fair Delegation

MIA+BSI, in coordination with the China Xiamen International Stone Fair, is extending an opportunity to association members interested in volunteering their time and serving as part of the delegation to the fair. The China Xiamen International Stone Fair connects thousands of buyers, suppliers and manufacturers from around the globe. Held March … Read more

Construction Begins on Two New Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. Program Homes

Groundbreaking ceremonies for two new homes being built through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program were held recently. U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Brandon Dodson (Ret.) and U.S. Army Captain Nick Vogt (Ret.) will receive specially adapted smart homes through this program, with natural stone products and installation. The Gary Sinise Foundation’s … Read more

Construction Begins on Two New Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. Program Homes

Groundbreaking ceremonies for two new homes being built through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program were held recently. U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Brandon Dodson (Ret.) and U.S. Army Captain Nick Vogt (Ret.) will receive specially adapted smart homes through this program, with natural stone products and installation. The Gary Sinise Foundation’s … Read more

StoneTalk Episode 37: Aaron Dahnke

In episode 37 of Moraware’s StoneTalk podcast, host Patrick Foley speaks with Aaron Dahnke of MIA+BSI – The Natural Stone Institue. The two discuss a variety of topics including all of the following: Why you should attend the MIA+BSI Stone Summits Comparing national events, such as StonExpo, to regional events … Read more

MIA+BSI Releases Quartzite Technical Bulletin

A new technical bulletin about quartzite has been added to MIA+BSI’s Natural Stone Resource Library. The bulletin, written by geologist and educator Karin Kirk, covers properties of quartzite, understanding the difference between quartzite and other stones, and basic diagnostic tests that can be used to determine whether or not a … Read more

MIA+BSI Releases Quartzite Technical Bulletin

A new technical bulletin about quartzite has been added to MIA+BSI’s Natural Stone Resource Library. The bulletin, written by geologist and educator Karin Kirk, covers properties of quartzite, understanding the difference between quartzite and other stones, and basic diagnostic tests that can be used to determine whether or not 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