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Parleys I-80 South Quarry Small Mine Air Permit Application Ready for Public Comment

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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Granite (NYSE:GVA) has received approval from the Utah Department of Air Quality (UDAQ) to begin the public comment period as part of Granite’s Parleys I-80 South Quarry Small Mine Air Permit application.

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  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) has received approval from the Utah Department of Air Quality (UDAQ) to begin the public comment period as part of Granite’s Parleys I-80 South Quarry Small Mine Air Permit application.
  • During this rigorous application process, the application undergoes a comprehensive 30-day comment period, allowing the public to provide valuable input.
  • Under the proposed Parleys I-80 South Quarry new minor source permit, Granite will ensure that its production emissions remain well within the prescribed limits.
  • For further inquiries on the Parleys I-80 South Quarry Small Mine Air Permit application, please contact Granite at [email protected] .

Leading Luxury Stone Company, Opustone, Brings the True Art of Stone to the Stunning 10 Tarpon Isle Property in Palm Beach

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Vein, The Mosaic Company, Element, Movement, Pantheon, Collection, Gold, Dimension stone, Stonemasonry, Carrara, Apuan Alps

10 Tarpon Isle, has reimagined features provided by Opustone , that tell a story in every room.

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  • 10 Tarpon Isle, has reimagined features provided by Opustone , that tell a story in every room.
  • Slab Carrara Extra Polished: One of the most famed marbles of the world, Carrara marble is the classic marble from its namesake region.
  • Slab Calacatta Gold Polished: Calacatta Gold Marble comes from quarries found in the Apuan Mountains in Carrara, Italy.
  • This new property is just one of the latest examples of how the company brings its cutting-edge materials to every project.

Edgewater Phase II Completion Set for June

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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Additionally, modular construction results in better quality than conventional construction by providing:

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  • Additionally, modular construction results in better quality than conventional construction by providing:
    "We're excited for the completion of Edgewater Phase II," said Nick Fontaine, Director of Real Estate at Greystar.
  • "FCP is thrilled to enter the last phase of construction for Edgewater II, a modern and welcoming addition to the Edgewater community," said FCP's Ross Magette, Vice President of Development Management.
  • Edgewater Phase II has 180 apartment homes available in studio, one- and two-bedroom floorplans that range from 435-1035 square feet with rents starting at $1,700 a month.
  • Edgewater Phase II has direct access to the Schuylkill River Trail which offers a variety of recreational opportunities and scenic vantage points.

Meyer Burger and Magog sign a distribution agreement for a slate roof solar system

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Slate, MC4, Meyer Burger, Weather, Housing, Solar System, Orangi Pilot Project, Dimension stone

Meyer Burger Technology AG and the Schiefergruben Magog GmbH & Co. KG sign a distribution agreement for the product "Meyer Burger Slate".

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  • Meyer Burger Technology AG and the Schiefergruben Magog GmbH & Co. KG sign a distribution agreement for the product "Meyer Burger Slate".
  • The new product is a variant of "Meyer Burger Tile", Meyer Burger's solar roof tile, and e.g.
  • Meyer Burger will supply Magog with "Meyer Burger Slate" starting in August.
  • The 2.7 kilogram "Meyer Burger Slate - Magog Slate Edition" are interconnected using standard MC4 connectors and routed to the inverter via classic string cables.

Tile of Spain Companies Present A Wide Array of New Products and Trends for Coverings 2023

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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MIAMI, May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 70 Spanish companies presented new products, innovations and trends during Coverings 2023, North America's largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from April 18-21, 2023.

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  • MIAMI, May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 70 Spanish companies presented new products, innovations and trends during Coverings 2023, North America's largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from April 18-21, 2023.
  • Marble has a long-standing history, serving as the look of choice for some of the most beautiful projects around the world.
  • Now, the Spanish ceramic tile industry has combined high-tech performance with the visual purity synonymous with this classic material.
  • Wall coverings are receiving a playful refresh in 2023.

Green Seal-Certified Paints now LEED®-Approved for Multiple Points

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Green Seal announced today that Green Seal-certified paints and coatings now qualify toward points for multiple LEED® credits. In addition to meeting requirements for the LEED Low-Emitting Materials credit, Green Seal-certified paints and coatings now also are designated by the U.S. Green Building Council to meet requirements for the LEED v4.1 Material Ingredient Optimization credit, making Green Seal's certification standard one of a select few to achieve this recognition.

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  • Certified paints meet criteria for Low-Emitting Materials and Material Ingredient Optimization Credits; Can also qualify toward Material Ingredient Reporting Credit
    WASHINGTON, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Green Seal announced today that Green Seal-certified paints and coatings now qualify toward points for multiple LEED® credits.
  • Additionally, Green Seal's partnership with the Health Product Declaration Collaborative means that certified paints and coatings can also choose to qualify toward the LEED v4.0/4.1 Material Ingredient Reporting credit, making the Green Seal certification mark a simple way to identify paints and coatings that contribute to multiple LEED points.
  • Green Seal-certified paints and coatings that pass an additional screen for GHS reproductive toxins qualify for points toward the LEED Material Ingredient Optimization credit.
  • Find Green Seal-certified paints and coatings in the Green Seal Certified Directory and learn more about Green Seal's paint and coatings certification program here .

MSI Surfaces Celebrates the Opening of Its Savannah Showroom

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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ORANGE, Calif., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- M S International, Inc. (MSI), the leading supplier of flooring, countertops, wall tile, and hardscaping products in North America, opens a new showroom and distribution center in the greater Savannah, GA area with a full offering of floor, countertop, mosaic, wall tile, and hardscape products. The showroom is located at 1501 Pine Barren Road, Pooler, GA 31322. The brand new 680,000 square-foot space will serve residential and commercial markets in Savannah and beyond. Of all 45 locations nationwide, this facility is MSI's largest distribution center under a single roof.

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  • The brand new 680,000 square-foot space will serve residential and commercial markets in Savannah and beyond.
  • "From retailers and interior designers to contractors and builders, we have an immersive, customer-focused experience with the full line of MSI products," said Anish Bali, Sales Director for MSI Savannah.
  • "With fully stocked inventory, our customers can source and select the best surfaces for their projects–all under one roof."
  • The Savannah showroom is open six days a week, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday and between, 9:00 am and 12:00 pm, on Saturday.

ISS and Glass Lewis Both Recommend FOR the GreenWood Minority Shareholder Slate at the Leonardo Annual Meeting

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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GreenWood Investors LLC (“GreenWood”), today announced that Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”) and Glass, Lewis & Co. (“Glass Lewis”), the two leading independent proxy advisory firms, have each recommended Leonardo S.p.A.’s (“Leonardo”) shareholders vote “FOR” the GreenWood minority slate of 4 nominees (the “GreenWood slate”) at Leonardo’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 8 and 9, 2023.

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  • GreenWood Investors LLC (“GreenWood”), today announced that Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”) and Glass, Lewis & Co. (“Glass Lewis”), the two leading independent proxy advisory firms, have each recommended Leonardo S.p.A.’s (“Leonardo”) shareholders vote “FOR” the GreenWood minority slate of 4 nominees (the “GreenWood slate”) at Leonardo’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 8 and 9, 2023.
  • GreenWood is pleased that both of the leading independent proxy advisory firms have recognized that the GreenWood slate would add significant value to the Leonardo Board.
  • Both firms appreciate that the GreenWood slate will enhance the Leonardo Board by adding directors with critical capital allocation, cross-border, and operational excellence skillsets.
  • In its report, ISS affirmed the case for the GreenWood slate, stating:
    ISS noted that “GreenWood's list includes Giancarlo Ghislanzoni, former senior partner at McKinsey, who led McKinsey's EMEA Organizational Practice and EMEA Advanced Industries Sector, including A&D Industry.

MVP Launches New Granite Spray System

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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MVP is pleased to announce a new Granite Spray System for the application abrasives and highly-filled materials.

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  • MVP is pleased to announce a new Granite Spray System for the application abrasives and highly-filled materials.
  • MVP's Granite Spray System is suitable for a wide range of applications, including pools, bathtubs and showers, countertops, architectural structures, marine, and more.
  • "Our new Granite Spray System is a testament to that commitment, offering unparalleled accuracy, durability, and efficiency for sprayable granite coatings."
  • For more information about MVP's new Granite Spray System, visit their website at mvpind.com .

New White Paper from Mary Cook Associates Discusses The Importance of Pattern and Texture in Interior Design

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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Chicago-based Mary Cook Associates (MCA), a national, award-winning commercial interior design firm, today published a white paper entitled “ The Great Match: Enhancing Design with Pattern and Texture .” The paper discusses how patterns and textures are an abundant and cost-effective option to maximize the aesthetics and performance of designed spaces and the state of mind of the individuals experiencing them.

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  • Chicago-based Mary Cook Associates (MCA), a national, award-winning commercial interior design firm, today published a white paper entitled “ The Great Match: Enhancing Design with Pattern and Texture .” The paper discusses how patterns and textures are an abundant and cost-effective option to maximize the aesthetics and performance of designed spaces and the state of mind of the individuals experiencing them.
  • Texture’s impact on color, from smooth textures reading as cool to rough surfaces conveying warmth.
  • Functionality considerations around texture, including its role in how materials feel to the touch, perform and stand up to repeated use.
  • For more information about Mary Cook Associates, visit www.marycook.com .