General Articles for Stone Industry
Horice Training School (Czech Republic)
One distinguishing quality about Central Europe that never fails to impress foreigners is the traditional emphasis on technical training.
A Giant Sofa Made of Belgian Granite
Even objects which are a functional requirement, can be designed in an attractive way. In the Saxon town of Schkeuditz, in Germany, a plain support for a slope has been built as a gigantic sofa, which invites one to sit down, linger and enjoy.
Stone Absolute (By any other name)
Stone terminology is not exactly at the top of the agenda in the stone sector. However, standardization and globalization have increased awareness for communication needs and rapid change is now taken place in priorities.
The Inada Granite, Japanese traditional light grey ornamental rock
The Inada Granite is a representative light grey natural stone of Japan for noble ornamental uses. This rock has been exploited since 1890 with stable supply up to the present. Most of Japanese traditional architectures are made up of wood, however, many modern buildings of this country adopt ornamental rocks applying to surface coating on their wall and pillar and to pavement of floor.
The Marine Transport - Current Situation
In the last six months the world of international marine transport has suffered important tensions on a world scale that has directly affected the main sectors of our economy.
Diana's Memory Carved in Granite
The granite water memorial to Diana, Princess of Wales, which was unveiled in London in July, was produced using ground-breaking 3D technology and production techniques previously available only to the automotive industry.