In-Depth Industry Insights

ZOLLER and GranQuartz will host a unique, in-depth workshop for operators in the stone industry on September 13 and 14, 2023. Stone Industry Training Days is a two-day Advanced CNC Technology Training and Certification Workshop that will take place at ZOLLER's North American headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. During the workshop, ZOLLER technical experts will train participants to become certified operators and trainers of the stone industry's leading offline CNC tool presetting and measuring solution, the ZOLLER »smile«. Participants must have a »smile« machine in their facility to take the course. Those who complete the training will be awarded a certificate of completion. Lunch and gourmet dinner are part of the agenda for this workshop. The cost for the entire workshop is $1,695. Participation is limited to 20 people. Register for the workshop at https://myzoller.com/us/en/live/detail/523/

Marmomac is the most important world fair dedicated to the entire stone production chain, from the quarry to the processed product, from technologies and machinery to tools. Born in one of the main Italian districts for the extraction and processing of natural stone, Marmomac is today the main international hub of the sector’s protagonists, an irreplaceable platform where business and professional development meet, becoming a privileged place for innovation and training. The event is scheduled for September 26-29,2023, in Verona, Italy. Learn more here.  

This October, Park Industries invites stone fabricators from across North America to Minnesota for the first-ever ParkFest. With groundbreaking product launches and a 70th-anniversary celebration headlining, join in on an action-packed day filled with thrilling highlights. Immerse yourself in a variety of captivating tours, where you’ll explore state-of-the-art facilities, witness live machine demonstrations, and gain invaluable insights that will expand your knowledge and skills. And to top it all off, we’re celebrating our 70th anniversary with a sizzling BBQ cookout that promises to bring together good food, cold drinks and great company. Don’t miss out on this celebration of education, machinery, and camaraderie at ParkFest 2023! Learn more and register at www.parkindustries.com/event/parkfest/.

Fabricators and other professionals within the decorative surface industry are invited to explore growth opportunities at the International Surface Fabricators Association’s (ISFA) 2023 Annual Conference, which will be held October 16-19 on the Caribbean island of Sint Maarten. Attendees will enjoy four days of educational sessions, business development workshops, networking opportunities and more at the stunning Sonesta Ocean Point Resort. This signature event will kick off with a welcome reception and dinner amid idyllic views of the sand and sea. The first night will conclude with a celebration that honors the 2023 ISFA Award recipients and the introduction of ISFA’s 2024 board of directors. In subsequent days, attendees will benefit from powerful presentations, discussions and workshops focusing on strategies to strengthen your business. Topics include leadership approaches that impact all sides of a business, onboarding and optimizing modern technologies and tools to improve production, shop efficiency tactics, and creating a strong and positive company culture. The programming is curated to benefit fabrication companies of all sizes and scopes. In between workshops and presentations, attendees can network with their peers over great food, entertainment and a breathtaking resort backdrop that enables everyone to kick back, relax and enjoy each other’s company. Sharing experiences and learning from one another in conversation continues to be a cornerstone of ISFA.

This ISFA Certified Professional Solid Surface Fabrication Training program is the gold standard course for fabricating solid surface. The program is recognized by all major manufacturers and their network of certified fabricator partners. This hands-on, two-day session provides attendees with the skills and knowledge in all facets of the fabrication process, including layout, templating, seaming, support, sanding, edges, cutouts, backsplashes, thermoforming, finishing and installation. Participants will complete a vanity application which includes an integral bowl sink, built-up edge profile, edge inlay and examples of coved as well as set-on style backsplash. Active participants who complete the project with a satisfactory result will receive a certificate recognizing that they are an ISFA Certified Professional. (Note: Observers are not eligible to earn a certificate.) After the course is completed, students have exclusive access to the ISFA Member Exclusive Portal. Learn more at ISFAnow.org.

ZOLLER and GranQuartz will host a unique, in-depth workshop for operators in the stone industry on November 13 and 14, 2023. Stone Industry Training Days is a two-day Advanced CNC Technology Training and Certification Workshop that will take place at ZOLLER's North American headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. During the workshop, ZOLLER technical experts will train participants to become certified operators and trainers of the stone industry's leading offline CNC tool presetting and measuring solution, the ZOLLER »smile«. Participants must have a »smile« machine in their facility to take the course. Those who complete the training will be awarded a certificate of completion. Lunch and gourmet dinner are part of the agenda for this workshop. The cost for the entire workshop is $1,695. Participation is limited to 20 people. Register for the workshop at https://myzoller.com/us/en/live/detail/524