Talk about a Saturday night special. Microsoft said tonight that it is withdrawing its offer to buy Yahoo, one it had only recently raised.
In a lengthy letter to Jerry Yang, Yahoo’s chief executive, Microsoft chief Steven A. Ballmer said that the Internet company had made clear that it would not accept a deal on terms acceptable to Microsoft. The software giant had considered beginning a proxy fight, as it had threatened, but ultimately decided against it.
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Because this class can be used for Simplified Chinese OS, Traditional Chinese OS and other language OS(if your os is not Simplified Chinese or Traditional Chinese,then,it will display English interface),so:
Please follow these steps before you run sample in vfp6:
Project -> build -> Rebuild project -> Recompile all files -> OK
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The Tata Rs 1-lakh car is here! And it's called the Nano!
Tata Group chairman Ratan Tata on Thursday unveiled the Tata Nano at the 9th Auto Expo in New Delhi.
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If Windows ever notifies you about a weak signal, it probably means your connection isn't as fast or as reliable as it could be. Worse, you might lose your connection entirely in some parts of your home. If you're looking to improve the signal for your wireless network, try some of these tips for extending your wireless range and improving your wireless network performance.
1. Position your wireless router (or wireless access point) in a central location.
When possible, place your wireless router in a central location in your home. If your wireless router is against an outside wall of your home, the signal will be weak on the other side of your home. Don't worry if you can't move your wireless router, because there are many other ways to improve your connection.
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| Prison Break season 3 will be premiered on August 29, 2007 in the United States and Canada.The first season of prison break featured a total of 22 episodes. Lincoln Burrows (Dominic Purcell) , prison break season 3 protagonist ,is accused of the murder of Terrence Steadman, who is the brother of the female Vice President of the United States. With strong evidence supporting the charges of third degree murder and aggravated discharge of a firearm against him, Lincoln is sentenced to death and is sent to the Fox River State Penitentiary to await his execution. Lincoln's brother, Michael Scofield (Wentworth Miller) the other protagonist of Prison Break third season 3, is convinced of Lincoln's innocence and hatches an escape plan. The third series 3 premiere will have eight major speaking roles with star billing. Death-row inmate in prison break season 3 will be still played by Lincoln Burrows is played by Dominic Purcell, while Lincoln's brother Michael Scofield is played by Wentworth Miller, in third season 3 with a secial role. After installing himself at Fox River, time works against Michael as he must overcome various obstacles and make the right connections among the inmates and prison staff to be successful in breaking out his brother. The actors who were cast as the protagonists Michael Scofield and Lincoln Burrows, were the last to join the main cast. Wentworth Miller was chosen six days before the start of production and Dominic Purcell was cast three days later. The protagonists are aided by Veronica Donovan (Robin Tunney), who begins to investigate the conspiracy that put Lincoln in jail. However, they are hindered by covert agents, who belong to an organization known as "The Company". The premiere of the second season of Prison Break obtained an average of 9.4 million viewers, down from 10.5 million for the series premiere in August 2005.The new third season of prison break 3,will be the most followed ever. The decline was steeper among young-adult viewers with a decrease of 20 percent in the 18-49 demographic compared to its series premiere, but its rating grew from a 3.6 to a 3.9 during the last half hour. This article has been reviewed from Wikipedia. |
If one works for a franchise system that either is franchising internationally or which is planning international franchise expansion, he undoubtedly has been evaluating opportunities and where to place the company’s development resources. Unless that person has been living under a rock, he must have considered, at least in passing, the attractions of the economically-talented Chinese and Indian markets, each with a population of more than one billion people. The Japanese economy has had its problems, but that it has embraced franchising since the 1970s. A franchise system may have considered franchising in Australia or New Zealand, countries with a language and legal system similar to that in the United States.
While everybody is talking about opportunities in the region, are any franchise companies able to go there and operate profitably? Do countries in the region have a pool of qualified prospective franchisees? Do enough people have the purchasing power needed to make a franchise program successful? Does anyone there really understand franchising? Can franchising operate under the laws of these different countries?
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Cantera Stone tiles is a natural stone that is most notable for its light weight and ability to be customized according to any specific architectural or aesthetic needs. we are a speciallized company that offers many kinds of Cantera Stone tiles from China and low price . like the photos as following:
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Qualities and virtues of ceramic tiles
Ceramic tiles are variously sized slabs (with sides from a few centimetres to more than one metre, and about 5 mm to 20-25 mm in thickness),derived from mixes of clay, sand and other natural substances that are fired at very high temperatures. This mixture of raw materials determines the ceramic nature of tiles.
Ceramic materials are very ancient products, but they are still used today in the most advanced and modern applications.
The general properties of ceramic material are:
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How to combine techniques, style and aesthetic qualities
Choosing between the variety of materials used for wall and floor coverings is not easy. Designers and internal decorators, architects and consumers looking for residential solutions as much in line with the latest fashion trends as with ecological guidelines, are surrounded by an enormous range of technical and aesthetic offers.
A solution? A classification of finishing materials which helps to better understand not only the aesthetic aspects, but also performance and practicability.
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Floor and wall covering materials can be classified according to specific criteria. A first criterion is based on the "nature" of the materials, corresponding to different technical and aesthetic characteristics. The shape, which is the second selection criterion, strongly influences the laying and application of the materials. Finally, structure and composition influence the materials' performance and behaviour.
Different kinds of materials
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Ceramic tiles are the result of a manufacturing process involving various phases, which change according to the different types of product, glazed or unglazed, to be produced.
Raw materials - Body
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Foam Cleanser
A foaming, non-drying cleanser that dissolves make-up without leaving a trace of residue on the skin. It is 100 percent non-alkaline and contains herbal milk-like protein instead of soap. Recommended for all skin types.
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The Farmer and the Cranes
Some cranes made their feeding grounds on some plowlands newly sown with wheat. For a long time the Farmer, brandishing an empty sling,
chased them away by the terror he inspired; but when the birds found that the sling was only swung in the air, they ceased to take any notice
of it and would not move. The Farmer, on seeing this, charged his sling with stones, and killed a great number. The remaining birds at once forsook ...More... |
The Ass, the Fox, and the Lion
The Ass and the Fox, having entered into partnership together for their mutual protection, went out into the forest to hunt. They had not
proceeded far when they met a Lion. The Fox, seeing imminent danger, approached the Lion and promised to contrive for him the capture of
the Ass if the Lion would pledge his word not to harm the Fox. Then, upon assuring the Ass that he would not be injured, the Fox led him to...More... |
The Pomegranate, Apple-Tree, and Bramble
The Pomegranate and Apple-Tree disputed as to which was the most beautiful. When their strife was at its height, a Bramble from the neighboring
hedge lifted up its voice, and said in a boastful tone: "Pray, my dear friends, in my presence at least cease from such vain disputings."
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The Dog and the Shadow
A Dog, crossing a bridge over a stream with a piece of flesh in his mouth, saw his own shadow in the water and took it for that of another Dog,
with a piece of meat double his own in size. He immediately let go of his own, and fiercely attacked the other Dog to get his larger piece from him.
He thus lost both: that which he grasped at in the water, because it was a shadow; and his own, because the stream swept it away. ...More... |
The Oxen and the Axle-Trees
A heavy wagon was being dragged along a country lane by a team of Oxen. The Axle-trees groaned and creaked terribly; whereupon the Oxen,
turning round, thus addressed the wheels: "Hullo there! why do you make so much noise? We bear all the labor, and we, not you, ought to cry out." ...更多... |
The Father and His Sons
A father had a family of sons who were perpetually quarreling among themselves. When he failed to heal their disputes by his exhortations, he determined
to give them a practical illustration of the evils of disunion; and for this purpose he one day told them to bring him a bundle of sticks. When they had done
so, he placed the faggot into the hands of each of them in succession, and ordered them to break it in pieces. They tried with all their strength, and were ...更多... |
A Charcoal-Burner carried on his trade in his own house. One day he met a friend, a Fuller, and entreated him to come and live with him,
saying that they should be far better neighbors and that their housekeeping expenses would be lessened. The Fuller replied, "The arrangement
is impossible as far as I am concerned, for whatever I should whiten, you would immediately blacken again with your charcoal."
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A Lion was awakened from sleep by a Mouse running over his face. Rising up angrily, he caught him and was about to kill him, when the Mouse
piteously entreated, saying: "If you would only spare my life, I would be sure to repay your kindness." The Lion laughed and let him go. It
happened shortly after this that the Lion was caught by some hunters, who bound him by st ropes to the ground. The Mouse, recognizing
his roar, came gnawed the rope with his teeth, and set him free, exclaim
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An Ass having heard some Grasshoppers chirping, was highly enchanted; and, desiring to possess the same charms of melody, demanded what sort
of food they lived on to give them such beautiful voices. They replied, "The dew." The Ass resolved that he would live only upon dew, and in
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A Bat who fell upon the ground and was caught by a Weasel pleaded to be spared his life. The Weasel refused, saying that he was by nature the
enemy of all birds. The Bat assured him that he was not a bird, but a mouse, and thus was set free. Shortly afterwards the Bat again fell to the
ground and was caught by another Weasel, whom he likewise entreated not to eat him. The Weasel said that he had a special hostility to mice.
The Bat assured him that he was not a mouse, but a bat, and thus a second time escaped.
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Wolf, meeting with a Lamb astray from the fold, resolved not to lay violent hands on him, but to find some plea to justify to the Lamb the Wolf's right to
eat him. He thus addressed him: "Sirrah, last year you grossly insulted me." "Indeed," bleated the Lamb in a mournful tone of voice, "I was not then
born." Then said the Wolf, "You feed in my pasture." "No, good sir," replied the Lamb, "I have not yet tasted grass." Again said the Wolf, "You drink of
my well." "No," exclaimed the Lamb, "I never yet drank water, for as yet my mother's milk is both food and drink to me." Upon which the Wolf seized him
and ate him up, saying, "Well! I won't remain supper-less, even though you refute every one of my imputations." The tyrant will always find a pretext for ...More... |
A little bird was flying south for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and fell to the ground in a large field. While it was lying there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on it. As the frozen bird lay there in the pile of cow dung, it began to realize how warm it was. The dung was actually thawing him out! He lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy. A passing cat heard the bird singing and came to investigate. Following the sound, the cat discovered the bird under the pile of cow dung, and promptly dug him out and ate him.
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By Chris Giles, Economics Editor
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
UK corporate profitability rose to its historically highest level at the end of last year as manufacturing and service sector companies benefited from strong sales growth combined with lower energy prices and subdued wage pressures.
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By Robin Kwong in Hong Kong
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
China's largest bank yesterday posted a 31 per cent gain in profits in its first set of results since it launched the world's largest initial public offering last October.
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Author: Tim Harford
6th MAR, 2007
Dear Economist,
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Wal-Mart has agreed to buy 35 per cent of the company that operates the Trust-Mart chain of hypermarkets in China and could eventually pay about
$1bn for control of the operation.
The deal is the latest heavy investment by an international retailer in the country’s fast-growing consumer market. If Wal-Mart takes full control of
Bounteous, the company that operates Trust-Mart, it would become the biggest hypermarket chain in China.
Trust-Mart, founded in 1996 by a Taiwanese entrepreneur, has 101 hypermarkets in 34 cities, making it one of the largest, although analysts said that ...More... |
The white-carpeted, formal room where Chen Xuyuan speaks to visitors, on Xiao Yangshan island, is a busy place. Mr Chen, president of Shanghai International Port Group, plays host to a constant stream of dignitaries from elsewhere in China eager to see the container port Mr Chen'S company has built on the rocky island, linked to the mainland by a 32.5km bridge. It is one of the most audacious engineering feats even in a part of China which excels at them.
However, Mr Chen makes it clear that he wants to extend SIPG'S reputation and turn the company into an important international container terminal operator. The strategy came to wider attention last year, when SIPG unexpectedly took a 40 per cent stake in a new container terminal constructed by Danish-owned APM Terminals, part of the AP Moller-Maersk Group, at Zeebrugge in Belgium. The investment was the company抯 first outside China.
The Zeebrugge investment was the first step in pursuing the goal ?set for the company by the Shanghai municipal government, which owns 70 per cent of SIPG-of turning itself into a big international terminal operator. "If we want to become a global terminal operator, it's not enough," Mr Chen says of the Zeebrugge investment. "But the goal isn't something we'lll achieve in a short period of time."
SIPG's pursuit of international expansion will take it down the same route as three of the existing four biggest international container terminal operators --Hong Kong's Hutchison Ports, Singapore's PSA and Dubai's DP World. All started from a base in one of the world's busiest container ports and used them to build up reserves of finance and expertise which were used to buy or build assets elsewhere.
Two of the big operators -PSA and DP World -are owned by arms of their state. Mr Chen says he sees no immediate prospect of the municipal government's reducing its stake. The holder of the remaining 30 per cent is the listed China Merchants Group. Mr Chen accepts SIPG shares features with other big port operators. But it also has unique characteristics, especially its position as the port serving the lower Yangtze River, which passes through some of China抯 fastest-growing, most dynamic areas, he says....More... |
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Ceramic Tiles of Italy is now accepting entries for their 14th annual Design Competition.
The award honors design excellence in projects that feature Italian ceramic tile.
North American architects and interior designers are invited to submit residential, commercial and institutional projects completed between January 2002 and January 2007....More... |
March 12, 2007—Golden Bear Ceramics, a subsidiary of Emgold Mining Corporation, is introducing stone tile manufactured from 100% waste material.
Golden Bear's stone building products, which include floor and wall tiles as well as roofing tiles, are manufactured using the Ceramext technology. Golden Bear has made significant advances in the technology in the past year, the company says, dramatically improving the quality and marketability of its products as well as building a successfully operating pilot scale plant. High quality polished floor tiles have been made for a showcase installation in Auburn, California as well as for display to potential distributors. The tiles were made with waste from a large aggregate producer in California. In addition Golden Bear has successfully produced tiles from other waste materials including fly ash, volcanic tuff, mine tailings and a wide range of other industrial wastes. These different materials have also been blended to create different colors and textures.
The increased roof reflectance results in lower interior temperatures and air conditioning demands placed on the electrical power grid. In 2008 it is expected that the State of California will introduce Title 24, a statewide initiative that will mandate the use of Cool Roof technology. Given that Golden Bear's roof tile is made from 100% waste material, its combination with Cool Roof technology enhances Golden Bear's potential as a supplier of 100% green roofing products. ...More... |
all kinds of sizes and color : 300*300mm 300*600mm 250*330mm 300*450mm
color: light color, rustic,grey, rusty
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The United States International Trade Commission(Commission) is an independent, quasijudicial Federal agency with broad investigative responsibilities on matters of trade. The agency investigates the effects of dumped and subsidized imports on domestic industries and conducts global safeguard investigations. The Commission also adjudicates cases involving alleged infringement by imports of intellectual property rights. Through such proceedings, the agency facilitates a rules-based international trading system. The Commission also serves as a Federal resource where trade data and other trade policy-related information are gathered and analyzed. The information and analysis are provided to the President, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), and Congress to facilitate the development of sound and informed U.S. trade policy. The Commission makes most of its information and analysis available to the public to promote understanding of international trade issues.
The mission of the Commission is to (1) administer U.S. trade remedy laws within its mandate in a fair and objective manner; (2) provide the President, USTR, and Congress with independent analysis, information, and support on matters of tariffs, international trade, and U.S. competitiveness; and (3) maintain the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS).
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About Ceramic TileThis type of flooring is available in sizes anywhere from one square inch to eighteen square inches. The very small, one square inch size is great for very high traffic and moisture prone areas, like swimming pools. The largest tiles aren’t the best choice for high traffic areas, but they are very popular for creating a vast, open feel. Ceramic tile is also available in a huge variety of designs, textures, and colors. Ceramic tile is the most waterproof of all tile types. Ceramic tiles are thin and dense, and can be glazed, matte, embossed, textured, and anti slip.
Why Tile?Tile has a very nice hand crafted look, and is easy to care for. Tile is good for high traffic areas, especially entry ways. Tile can be laid in different patterns, allowing limitless creativity.
How is It Made?Ceramic tile is made from clay, and/or other minerals, and material is fired in a kiln. Then clay tiles are treated in one of two ways: glazed or unglazed. Glazed tile has color added to it after firing, and allows for brighter colors, and increased stain resistance. These tiles are usually used on walls and countertops, because they have a very slick and glassy surface. Unglazed tiles are sometimes referred to as quarry tiles. The pigment and color in these tiles is natural, and these tiles must be sealed for stain resistance.
When you visit a local home store or flooring store or outlet, you will see that there are endless possibilities when you choose ceramic tile. You can get ceramic tiles in nearly any color you desire, even designs that look just like natural stone!
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Why does this happen?
In some cases it is just because one stone type looks like another, but very different type. A good example is that many polished granites look like and are referred to as marble. A quick test is a drop of swimming pool (muriatic) acid to the underside of the stone. Limestone and marble will fizz, granite will not. See acid sensitivity link below.
Another issue is that each year, manufacturers have become increasingly better at producing products that look like something else. There are many more choices of color, texture, style, density, patterns, etc. Some clay products look like traditional concrete products (i.e. pavers). Some concrete products look like traditional clay products (i.e. concrete mexican tile). Some ceramic tile look like slate (i.e. "stone look" tile). ...More... |
One thing to think about when looking to install ceramic tiles as flooring is that you will be changing physical makeup of your interior or exterior. This means that certain preparatory steps need to be taken to ensure your success when you install ceramic tile. Overall, it is important to prepare the room or outdoor area for the installation. It is also important to see to your batch of ceramic tiles for any damage or other warranty-related issues. It is important to make sure that any physical obstacles are
removed, and that any issues in general are resolved before your start laying ceramic tiles in your chosen location. Here are a few things to think about before you’re ready to install ceramic tiles.
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If this project is a wall & floor installation always start with the floor.
1. On bad concrete, smooth with concrete filler or similar compound.
2. On old concrete, clean and remove old dirt, a degreaser is recommended.
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Tile Grout Selection
The color of your tile grout can make or break the look of a finished floor. Here are some tips to aid you in your selection:
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Ceramic Tile Selection
Selecting the proper type of ceramic tile for your project is probably the most important installation decision you will make. Here are some tips to help you in your purchase:
Ask for consistently sized tiles. Ceramic tile is fired in a kiln and then cooled at varying degrees of temperature and humidity. This expansion and contraction can cause the tiles to vary in size, sometimes by a 1/4" or more. Most ceramic tiles on the market will have some variation in size but accept nothing more than an 1/8" margin of difference. ...More... |
Installing Tile Directly To Wood Surfaces
Chip board, cushioned vinyl flooring, particle boards of any type, luan plywood, OSB (Oriented Strand Board), tongue & groove planking, and hardwood floors are unsuitable substrates to directly install ceramic tile over.
Although it can be done successfully, many experts believe that ceramic tile installed directly to plywood surfaces should be avoided whenever possible. Plywood has a smooth surface and tends to swell, warp, and delaminate when it is exposed to moisture. Install at your own risk....More... |
Ceramic Tile Backerboards
There are many types of backerboard products suitable for use with ceramic tile. We will focus on two of the more popular products: 1/2" thick, water resistant greenboard sheetrock and cementitious type ceramic tile backerboards (recommended).
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Range of Application: With the powerful strength of cutting, excellent performance of high-gloss, high-definition & high-speed polishing, it is used in continuous production line for granite and marble slabs and in rough calibrating, smoothing, fine-polishing and precision-polishing.
Grit Size: 8# 14# 16# 24# 36# 46# 60# 80# 120# 180# 220# 240# 320# 400# 500# 600# 800# 1000# 1200# 1500#
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Product Name: Seven Star Jade Tile
Type: Double Loading Type
Series Name: Seven-star Jade
Finish: Polished, Honed, Semi-polished, Rough
Size (cm): 30X30X1,40X40X0.8, 30X60X1, 60X60X1, 80X80X1.1,100X100X1.3cm ...More... |
Product Name : Athens Yellow Tile
Model Number : B201
Type : Soluble Salts Type
Series Name: Athens Yellow
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The wind, which is invisible, colorless and silent, is the most romantic and potent in nature. Moreover, it is the eidolon of discerning the years, the passer of witnessing vicissitudes and the emissary of diffusing wishes.
In childhood memory, such a beautiful windmill had fallen down on the riotous loess with secret smiling.
Fluttered in the wind, then crashed gradually, the soil and wind became ambers after years.
The wind traverses historical vastness, no matter the time passes in a hurry, there will always be a moment that erases from psychic dust, like an elegant cool wisp breeze.
The water at the eave drips with wind and spatters the fragrant in the Gordon....More... |
Capturing the Flown Trace――Bird
Valli di Comacchio can be deemed as Italian “Bird Heaven”. Parents often go there with their children in order to enjoy the joyful weekend, figuring an extremely wonderful picture. “Quickly look!” A childish voice leads me toward to the hovered goose. Its lithe dancing posture leads my imagination to soar together.
The sky is my capturing target. The light shadow of wild goose in flowing cloud has already avoided the complexness of hundreds of birds close to ground. Looks up the vault of heaven, I cannot resist to remember the verse of Tagore – “The sky has not left any trace, but I have already flown.”
Bird belongs to the products with rolling printing technique. There are 4 different kinds of products regarding red, yellow, light gray and light beige colors. The pattern is clear and exquisite and the body color is flowing and changing naturally, just like the flexible cloud in the sky. Such light shadow of wild goose makes people to review the soaring brightness.
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Feeling Millennium Fresh Green ――Leaf
The nature protect area of Bosco della Mesola is located in Po River Delta. It is said that this towering ancient forest, planted by Etruscans in 1st century B.C., was safeguarded by the Buddhists of all previous dynasties hitherto. Treading the wind mark and frost brown dust, it is very difficult to imagine this fresh green has been existed for several millenniums
Conveniently picks up a piece of fallen leaf, the fresh green has been faded off. The venation of the leaf has become very clear, emerging one kind of vicissitudes sense of reality. I suppose that these leaves of Bosco della Mesola should be written in my works in order to tell people about such a lasting 3,000 years marvelous story. Therefore, we have Leaf (shore leaf)
Leaf belongs to semi-polished products with 2 available colors – coffee and black. Such products not only have bright and clean performance of polished tiles, but also have refined and elegant performance style of matt tiles.
Leaf belongs to semi-polished products with 2 available colors – coffee and black. Such products not only have bright and clean performance of polished tiles, but also have refined and elegant performance style of matt tiles....More... |
Strolling Po River Bank――Po River
Selecting a bright sunny weekend to seek for inspiration is a joyful affair. I changed the steering wheel without hesitation toward to mother river – Po River. Po River brought 800 miles’ fecundity to Northern Italy and gestated the initial civilization of European continent. I think she will be my inspirational source.
From infancy, I always tenaciously believe that the most beautiful scene of Po River is the time when the setting sun slants. The night breeze swept the water surface and the overlapped ripples surged small waves on the river surface. How lively was! The horizontal setting sun could not be tolerant from loneliness and plunged into the river rapidly. However, it was blown by the mischievous wind and scattered into pieces, cheerfully danced on the river surface.
I reckon that if I can set one square meter of couch grass at the Po Riverside and spread out a warm and comfortable bed, then hang up that fine gauze. Everyday I mantle the dawn light and receive the kiss from the river wind, and view the sunset of water surface through white gauze.
Po River belongs to metal-glazed products with 3 different colors such as golden yellow, light yellow and blue. When the Po River is pasted under the sunlight, the golden light appears dazzle without splurge and elegance without indelicacy. Such an effect gives a feeling to people that they can stroll at the Po River bank and bath under the sunset light, inebriating by the natural scene....More... |
High strength full vitrified body combines with mirror reflection mini-crystallized glass surface, radiation free and suitable for both commercial and residential applications
Feature: fade resistance ; zero surface water absorption ,very easy to clean; luxury shiny mirror reflection .
High strength porcelain body and 3~9mm mini-crystal layer combined completely; never delaminating over time.
Item code (G001;G002; G102; G201; G202; G301)
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Paleolithic slate is supplied in its natural state , this is not a surface treatment , the pattern, veins and colorations in the slates are more than skin deep, running all the way through.
There are not repetitions of pattern, every slate offers tonal consistency and integrity of pattern, yet each individual slate can be unique.
It can be fashioned to reproduce all the natural beauty and variation of granite or marble .
Material speciality: soft polished natural rough surface ; thermal / freeze shock resistance ;
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Super white and natural look, green stone.
Product Name : Super White Color Tile
Model Number : FA001
Type : Solid Color Type
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Big granule type
Design consistency
Polish retention
Durable colours
Stronger than granite and abrasion resistant...More... |
the third double loading porcelain tile ; Building on beauty , nobility, constancy, power; and immortality in Chinese jade culture. Scoristal jade tiles are available in a wide rang of size to meet different technical and aesthetic specification. The perfect synthesis of shape ,material, technological research and design for protagonist settings in private and public architecture, enhancing them with charm, tranquility, light and warmth.
Polish and brilliancy
Perfect compactness and extreme hardness
Completely vitrified
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second generation double loading type .unique jade granules ;elegant true natural stone veins; scratch resistance, stain resistance
Product Name : Seven Star Jade
Model Number : W701
Type : Double Loading Type
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simulating natural marble look; colors for selection. suitable for both residential and commercial application.
Item code(L011,L012,L016)
Athens yellow: golden colors, represent the nobleness and luxury from Greece; warm colors, color continue, perfect impression.
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Legend Stone Era
Item: en101
Size: 600X600mm
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O&T International Co., Ltd. is an international marketing company of its brother companies --- OCEANO Ceramics Co., Ltd. (short for OEANO) and TIDIY Ceramics Co., Ltd. (short for TIDIY). Generally, the corporation aims at providing the solution scheme of architecture space decoration and professional service to our consumers and clients.
As the production plant of product R&D, OCEANO and TIDIY are the first group of ceramic corporations that comprehensively passed the authentications of ISO9001 Quality Management System and ISO14000 Environment Management System by DNV (Det Norske Vertitas). Additionally, they possess a leading R&D centre for product design in domestic building industry and four large factories outfitting advanced technical equipments, and principally produce three series products: high-end unglazed vitrified wall/floor tiles.
Oceano insists on innovation, advanced “tian xia wu zhuan” ideas , offering customer a perfect , unique design utilizing our product element, space, and service forever.
“Excellent tile, Elegance life” is the chief value that Tidiy Ceramics creates for customers. As we care for every factors: refined natural materials, advanced equipments, mature techniques, exactly control, which assures the superior quality of Tidiy tiles.
We are taking up sincerity in our company philosophy. Abundant strength, excellent sales group, we offer customers special service. We believe O&T International will become you a reliant cooperator....More... |
IS THE writing on the wall for the brickie? Engineers are racing to unveil the world抯 first robot capable of building a house at the touch of a button.
The first prototype ?a watertight shell of a two-storey house built in 24 hours without a single builder on site ?will be erected in California before April.
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YouTube: YouTube is a popular free video sharing Web site which lets users upload, view, and share video clips.
Meta Cafe: Metacafe - Get the best internet videos - Funny videos, Amazing clips, Rare movies
Vimeo: Share your video clips. Upload video that you shoot with your digital camera, mobile phone, or camcorder. Share video by linking to Vimeo.
Daily Motion Publish, tag, organize and share your video clips.
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A warning label on a washing machine at a laundromat that warns, “Do not put any person in this washer” has been chosen as the nation’s wackiest warning label in M-LAW’s annual Wacky Warning Label Contest.
The contest, now in its tenth year, is conducted by Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch, M-LAW, to reveal how lawsuits, and concern about lawsuits, have created a need for common sense warnings on products.
Grand prize winner receives $500 and a copy of new book based on the popular contest
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By Roger Trapp
Published: 17 March 2001
An unusual line of business calls for an imaginative approach to management. Anyone trying to grow a small company that doesn't fit the mould can take heart from the example of Craig Bragdy Design.
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09.08.2006
New Zealand businesses are quickly catching on to the combined power of online search engines and the country’s best-resourced maps at wises.co.nz.
After a move online a few years ago, Wises has gone from strength to strength as New Zealand’s preferred online mapping solution....More... |
02.02.2006
Hitwise is pleased to announce that www.wises.co.nz has qualified for a Hitwise #1 Award for the quarter ending June 2006. During this period, www.wises.co.nz ranked No. 1 by visits in the
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| Kept clean and dry, polished concrete floors are generally no slicker than plain concrete surfaces. And they tend to be less slippery than waxed linoleum or polished marble. But public facilities that want to provide extra protection against slip-and-fall accidents can treat polished floors with anti-slip conditioners. These products contain special additives designed to improve traction and make wet surfaces safer. They must be reapplied periodically, but they can simply be mopped on during routine cleaning. |
Although keeping polished concrete shiny requires minimal effort and expense, some regular care is necessary.
Demmert recommends a simple maintenance program of occasional dusting to remove grit and damp mopping with a neutral cleaner to enhance the shine. Some manufacturers sell special cleaners and conditioners for polished concrete that not only clean the surface, but also leave behind a dirt-resistant film. These products can be applied with a mop or auto scrubber and do not require buffing.
With basic cleaning, polished concrete should keep its luster for years. Eventually, though, the shine can dull, especially in high-traffic areas. Fortunately, it’s easy to restore the gleam. Sometimes simply buffing the floor with a commercial polishing compound will do the trick. If more touch-up is necessary, the floors can be lightly repolished with a fine-grit abrasive. |
Because polishing is a multistep process, customers can choose the level of sheen-from satin to high-gloss-that meets their maintenance and aesthetic requirements. This versatility makes polished concrete an ideal flooring material for a variety of applications. Polishing contractors say their primary customers include:
* Large warehouses and warehouse outlets
* Retail stores
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Almost any structurally sound concrete floor, whether new or old, can be polished. But there are some exceptions.
For new floors, no special mix design is required to achieve good results. However, the floor should be in place at least 28 days before polishing begins to ensure adequate curing. Some retail and warehouse facilities that plan to polish their floors after placement may specify the installation of as smooth a floor as possible to minimize the polishing steps required.
Existing floors typically require some surface preparation prior to polishing to remove dirt, grease, coatings, or blemishes. However, floors that are wavy, need extensive patching, or are extremely porous may not be good candidates for polishing. An experienced contractor can usually determine a floor’s suitability. ...More... |
Contractors can polish concrete using wet or dry methods, but typically they use a combination of both.
The wet process uses water to cool the diamond abrasives and eliminate grinding dust. Because the water reduces friction and acts as a lubricant, it increases the life of the polishing abrasives, particularly the resin-bonded disks, which can melt at high temperatures. A disadvantage of the wet process is the mess. Crews must collect and dispose of the slurry that’s generated, which slows productivity.
Dry polishing requires no water. Instead, contractors use machines equipped with dust-containment systems that eliminate virtually all of the mess. Typically dry polishing is used for the initial grinding steps, when more concrete is being removed. As the surface becomes smoother, and crews switch from the metal-bonded to the finer resin-bonded diamond abrasives, they generally change to wet polishing. However, some manufacturers have introduced resin-bonded disks that are designed to withstand the friction of dry polishing, allowing the entire process to be done dry. ...More... |
There are not published standards for polished concrete, but it is generally agreed that the concrete must be polished through the sequence of disks ending with 1800-3500 grit diamonds to be considered polished concrete. At this level the concrete will exhibit a glossy sheen and high reflectivity without the use of a topical coating.
Polished concrete in not simply exposing the rock in the concrete mix then applying a sealer.
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Simply put, polishing concrete is similar to sanding wood. Heavy-duty polishing machines equipped with progressively finer grits of diamond-impregnated segments or disks (akin to sandpaper) are used to gradually grind down surfaces to the desired degree of shine and smoothness.
The process begins with the use of coarse diamond segments bonded in a metallic matrix. These segments are coarse enough to remove minor pits, blemishes, stains, or light coatings from the floor in preparation for final smoothing. Depending on the condition of the concrete, this initial rough grinding is generally a three- to four-step process.
The next steps involve fine grinding of the concrete surface using diamond abrasives embedded in a plastic or resin matrix. Crews use ever-finer grits of polishing disks (a process called “lapping”) until the floor has the desired sheen. For an extremely high-gloss finish, a final grit of 1500 or finer may be used. Experienced polishing crews know when to switch to the next-finer grit by observing the floor surface and the amount of material being removed....More... |
With more people working and studying from home, and widespread net usage, the office is an increasingly central part of the house. Primary to determining your home office is working out what you want to use it for - getting the layout, lighting and furnishings right are important to your comfort, safety and work performance. Follow our step-by-step guide to creating a functional and user-friendly home office.
Lighting and electricals
An electrician may be needed early in the project to install extra lights, switches and outlets.
Decide on all fittings in consultation with your electrician, after an initial inspection/discussion. ...More... |
In cataloging artefacts, various code schemes are frequently used for computer entry. While one of the early purposes of these, to minimize space in computer files, has been made redundant by cheap very large disk storage, the codes are still commonly used to expedite data entry for computer processing. The code scheme used by the London Museum of Archaeology has become something of a de facto standard being used by avocational archaeologists as well as consultants. As any move to greater standardization is a good thing, we present here with the kind permission of the London Museum of Archaeology, the most current version of the codes. Further as the London Museum of Archaeology is the natural spot for final disposition of any artefactual material from the London area, use of the museum's codes will facilitate encorporation to the existing collections.
The Museum's catalog system/code was initially conceived by Bill Finlayson for his research in the Crawford Lake area in the early 1970s, and formalized for the Museum's Draper site project in 1975. A full description of the system and procedures for cataloging is contained in an Appendix to Bill's Draper site report (The 1975 and 1978 Rescue Excavations at the Draper Site: Introduction and Settlement Patterns, National Museum of Man Mercury Series Paper 130, 1985) and this publication should be used as a reference. The code is very flexible and can easily be changed/modified to meet specific needs or characteristics of the site being cataloged.
While the codes are detailed below, the following file is made available in DBASE format and can be imported into most newer word processors or spreadsheets to be printed or used as you see fit.
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By Yemi Akinsuyi, 12.18.2006
The Nigeria Customs Service, a Federal Government arm whose cardinal function is to collect import and export revenue as well as fighting smuggling and trade facilitation, plays a very important role in the economic drive of this nation. The Customs revenue has always been an effective device for government security and raising the living standards and quality of life of the citizens.
To meet the expectation of government and the general public therefore, the Nigeria Customs Service has in the last five years tried to reposition itself through the implementation of government reforms simplification and harmonisation of its procedures in line with international best practices as well as involvement of stakeholders in Customs matters and enlightenment of the general public. It is therefore, on the basis of these and the need to meet the challenges in the increasing world trade, that the SERVICOM Charter of the Service was recently formulated.
Despite the Customs primary purpose of excelling in the collection of and accounting for revenues, international trade facilitation and the protection of the Nigerian economy it has consistently ensured compliance with, and enforcement of government fiscal policies. The Nigeria Customs Service aims to achieve these through several activities such as simplifying valuation and declaration methods to the understanding of officers and men of the service, stakeholders and the general public. General ignorance on this has been identified as one of the factors that promote corrupt practices. |
December 19 2006 at 01:37AM
By Ange Aboa
Abidjan - Diamonds are still being smuggled out of war-divided Ivory Coast via Mali and Ghana in violation of a United Nations embargo despite rebel assertions to the contrary, according to a UN report.
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The East African Standard (Nairobi)
OPINION
December 18, 2006
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14/12/2006
Commission takes action against Austria, Germany, Greece and Poland
Greece - tendering procedure for railway project in Thriasio
The Commission has decided to refer Greece to the European Court of Justice over the tendering procedure for the award of a public service contract launched by ERGA OSE concerning the railway project “Phase A studies for building and electromechanical works and facilities for the Thriasio Field Station Complex”....More... |
The 10th International Exhibition "Ceramic & Stone”
3-6 April 2007
Expocentre, Krasnaya Presnya
Moscow, Russia
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Frost-Proof Tiles -- The qualification of a tile to withstand temperatures of below Zero (0) centigrade.
Red Body Tile -- A natural clay that is fired for strength. The color is brown in its raw state, but turns red under heat.
White Body Tile -- The clay compound that is formed by using only white clays.
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The UK Ceramic Tiles Market is relatively fragmented in terms of end-use sectors, and is characterised by a growing level of imports and a declining UK manufacturing base in 2004.
The total market in 2003 is estimated at approximately ?390m at manufacturers selling prices, reflecting an increase of around 6% over the 2002 market size of ?370 million, with steady underlying growth sustained in recent years.
The UK Ceramic Tiles market continues to offer reasonably strong opportunities in terms of value growth in 2003 and 2004, with the overall market having experienced over 25% growth between 1998-2003, though volume growth has been even higher....More... |
British Gypsum’s commitment to waste reduction and recycling has won them top place in the sustainability category of the 2006 AMEC ‘Supplier of the Year Awards’.
The award, presented to British Gypsum at a special awards dinner at Old Trafford on 10th October, was for plasterboard system supply and product recycling at Gateshead’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital Treatment Centre, an NHS Estates Procure 21 project.
Working closely with AMEC and specialist drylining contractor, G.T. Contracts, British Gypsum’s team of design, site support and recycling specialists, implemented a range of waste reduction and recycling measures for the project, which supported AMEC’s sustainability programme and 10% year-on-year target for landfill waste reduction.
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A family business founded in 1939 by Mr Josef Jans, grand-father of the current managing director Guy Jans, Jans should record a turnover of around 33 million euros in 2006. Its network comprises 6 branches covering the whole of Belgium. It has 83 employees.
Saint-Gobain Building Distribution is already located in Belgium through two brands: Lapeyre, the durable home improvements specialist and Binje Ackermans, a generalist merchant. By acquiring Jans, the Sector strengthens its presence in Belgium and enters, as a leading specialist, the interior fittings solutions market, one of its strategic markets.
Saint-Gobain’s Building Distribution Sector recorded a turnover of 15.5 billion euros in 2005. Its 66,000 employees operate in a network of over 3,700 sales outlets located in 24 countries. Today, it is Europe’s number one distributor of building materials and the world’s leading tiles distributor. Its main brands are Point.P, Jewson, Raab Karcher, Dahl, Lapeyre la maison… and La Plateforme du Batiment....More... |
Over the past few years, all tile acquisitions by Saint-Gobain have been grouped under one umbrella brand called Saint-Gobain Tile Group UK .
During the last 18 months our re-branding programme has seen the transfer of United Ceramic Tiles (UCT) and Maxon Tiles to the CTD branding.
Recent research has shown that the use of two brands (Tile Group and CTD) is confusing to both our internal and external customers. Therefore, we feel the time is right for us to drop the name Tile Group and move forward as the CTD group. ...More... |
Porcelain has been at the forefront of advances in tile technology over the past 10 years. We now see stone aesthetics that manage to faithfully replicate ancient natural floors in several textures and finishes including the new luxurious leather skin simulations.
To compliment the traditional we are showcasing the cutting edge designs which are subtle in tone and smooth to touch. These large format porcelain tiles have accompanying glass mosaic, paint and grout in matching colours; taking the concept of interior coverings to a new level of coordination.
The genuine article is also available in a huge variety of colours, textures and sizes. Modern collections of incised, sculpted and water jet cut strips give a refreshing contemporary feel to unique natural stone collections at World’s End Tiles....More... |
| Formed in January 2000, the Tile Association represents all aspects of the wall and floor tile industry in the UK, from manufacture to supply and installation. The Tile Association provides product information and technical assistance to consumers and building professionals. It was the coming together of three well established national bodies; the tiling contractors 'association, NMTFA, the manufacturers' association, BCTC and the association for retailers and distributors, NTA. |
BCT is first to win the ‘Wall Tile of the Year’ Award twice in a row. The all new 'Wet' Collection of wall tiles, designed by Wayne and Gerardine Hemingway exclusively for British Ceramic Tile (BCT) Ltd was selected as ‘Wall Tile of the Year’ at the Tile Association Awards. The collection is manufactured under licence by British Ceramic Tile in Devon. Chosen over new range launches from other leading manufacturers it was announced as the winner at an exciting ceremony at the Hilton Metropole in Birmingham on Saturday 10th June. It is the first time that any company has won this coveted award twice in a row.
The judges were wowed by Wet, commenting that the range was “totally different, innovative and modern, whilst still being very usable.” They loved the clever way in which “stunning colour combinations and different textures were used to encourage creativity and enjoyment when styling the home.”
As a UK manufacturer and key player in the ceramic tile industry, BCT Ltd was thrilled to be the first company to win this important award for the second year running (having scooped the ‘Tile of the Year’ award in 2005 for their striking monochrome Satins range). ...More... |
Tiles are all around us for everyone to enjoy. Ceramic tiles cover walls and floors, roofs and pavements, furniture and stoves, and can be seen in churches and mosques, pubs and shops, hospitals and homes. They are often combined with other forms of ceramics such as terracotta, faience and mosaic. The Tiles & Architectural Ceramics Society is for anyone interested in tiles and decorative ceramics related to buildings.
Tiles have a history stretching back more than one thousand years. In the 13th and 14th centuries Europe’s churches were paved with decorated tiles. At the same time buildings in the Arab world were adorned with richly coloured tiles. Holland was an important centre for tiles in the 17th and 18th centuries and in the 19th century Britain pioneered mass-produced tiles. The 20th century has seen both a decline and a revival in tile-making. Tiles are now much collected and studied.
Since 1981 the Tiles and Architectural Ceramics Society has served as Britain’s national society responsible for the study and protection of tiles and architectural ceramics, uniting people with common interests. An international membership of individuals and institutions is drawn from the fields of museums, conservation, manufacturing (both industrial and craft) architecture, design, and antiques.
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Il marchio dell＇industria ceramica italiana nel mondo
Da oltre trent'anni è il marchio che promuove l'immagine e i contenuti dell'industria ceramica italiana sui mercati esteri: Ceramic Tiles of Italy ne sintetizza tradizione, qualità, innovazione e creatività. Immagine istituzionale dell'industria ceramica italiana, il marchio tutela e diffonde la conoscenza delle aziende aderenti ad Assopiatrelle e dei loro prodotti in diversi momenti, quali la presenza a fiere, campagne promozionali e pubblicitarie, partecipazioni istituzionali, iniziative che tendono a rafforzare l'azione delle singole imprese sui mercati internazionali.
Ceramic Tiles of Italy rappresenta la volontà dell'industria italiana delle piastrelle di ceramica nel diffondere e promuovere all'estero una nuova valenza della piastrella di ceramica, che da prodotto per l'industria delle costruzioni è ora un qualificante complemento d'arredo, in grado di creare un elevato valore aggiunto a questi prodotti del made in Italy grandemente apprezzati dal pubblico internazionale.
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April, 2005-CONSHOHOCKEN, PA (NYSE:KWR) -- The Tube and Pipe Industry is undergoing significant changes, from increasing pressure for cost efficiencies, to consolidation and globalization, to ever-evolving technologies. In response, Quaker, a committed supplier to the industry is creating a new Global Tube and Pipe business unit. “The idea,” says Quaker’s Karl Kunkel, Global Tube & Pipe Director, “is to serve every part of the tube and pipe manufacturing process, in every part of the world. We believe that Quaker can create real value for our tube and pipe customers — starting now, and delivering even more value in the future.”
The change Quaker is making is a strategic one, moving from supplying the market with traditional products and Quaker’s specialty coatings, to become a “front to-back” supplier of products and services. This is a unique position for which Quaker has many of the necessary resources already in place, including a broad tube and pipe product line, a global business infrastructure, and a depth of experience from long-term involvement with the industry. In the front end, Quaker has leveraged its proven metalworking coolant technologies to develop a new line of global products to serve the industry efficiently.
This complements their already established line of cleaners and FERROCOTE? rust preventives. Additionally, Quaker’s acquisition of the Italian supplier Eural in 2003 helps complete the offering with an extended portfolio of products and expertise for forming, pilgering, and drawing. For the back end, Quaker is developing a global range of final coating products based on advanced technologies to meet the specific needs of customers. Current markets served include producers of tubular goods for the oil and gas industries, construction markets, structural products, office furniture, and many other specialty applications. ...More... |
| A waterjet is a cutting system that incorporates high pressure water coupled with garnet that pumps through a small nozzle. The machines use 55,000 psi water pressure with a velocity of up to 2,850 feet per second with a minimal kerf. Waterjet cutting services benefit both the industrial client along with the architectural community. |
Florida Brick & Clay Company Inc. is pleased to announce the launching of a new Product line entitled QuarryStone Series. The QuarryStone Series is a specialty tile that has been intentionally made with a rustic, antique, stone-like appearance. An engobe is applied to the undulated surface of the tile and the edges are distressed to enhance the stone-like qualities of the tile.
According to Bill Dodson, FBC's Vice President of Sales and Marketing, "Over the past few years there has been a growing trend in the tile industry to offer ceramic products with the look of natural stone. QuarryStone's color-on-color effect offers designers, specifiers and homebuilders a "stone-like" look in a natural clay quarry tile".
QuarryStone Series is available in two color blends in 8" x 8" x 1/2". The TUSCANY BLEND has a rich, red body with grayish-cream and black engobes applied to the surface. The VIZCAYA BLEND has an off white body with peach and putty colored engobes applied to the surface. When fired at high temperatures the engobe coloring becomes hard and durable....More... |
Florida Brick & Clay Co. Inc. announces the addition of enhancement tiles to its Sunshine Pavers line. Medallions, Borders, Mini-Medallions and Decorative Inserts are now available to complement these product lines.
Bill Dodson, FBC＇s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, states, "Designers and specifiers will have an array of color combinations and styles to accentuate Sunshine Pavers installations".
Decorative Borders by FBC are available in four different pattern and color combinations in Sunshine Pavers. Each border is hand crafted from actual pieces of quarry tiles or brick pavers. The names Staccato, Diamonds, Harlequin and Rubble are indicative of the pattern designs. The borders offer a wide variation of style to accommodate almost every decor....More... |
Orlando, FL, April 11, 2006--Florim Ceramiche S.p.A., earned the Grand Prize in the annual booth design competition at Coverings 2006, leading a group of seven exhibitors judged Best in Show.
The others who also received design accolades were: Cotto D’Este S.p.A., Ege Seramik America, Etruria Design S.r.L., Lamosa Revestimientos, Oceanside Glasstile, and Tau Ceramica.
Florim, the Italian umbrella corporation for a multi-brand operation that includes Esquire, Cerim, Floor Gres, American Florim, and Rex Chez Moi, is a major source for premium porcelain products for both residential and contract use. The outstanding design of the firm’s extraordinary booth, with its emphasis on space and organizational logic, clarity of presentation and sophisticated materials, reflected superior design, exceptional quality and innovative technology. A vast exterior structure with a corrugated exterior contained an open pavilion with five zones dedicated to the display of the five brands.
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Atlanta’s Architectural and Design Community Enjoys Private Product Viewing
May 23, 2006
Italian stone and tile manufacturer GranitiFiandre, along with Illuminations Lighting, Sandler Seating, and Arpa Laminates, hosted the first Annual Italian Night on May 23, 2006, at Fritti Restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. The by-invitation-only event was an opportunity for Atlanta’s architectural and design community to view the latest in Italian-designed products from the four companies, which included surfacing, lighting, furniture, and flooring products. |
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Italian stone and tile manufacturer GranitiFiandre will feature a new made-in-the-USA brand of products at the HD 2006 Expo (booth #3232), to be held April 27-29 in Las Vegas, Nev. In its initial offering, the TCL brand includes the Native Stone and Gallery glazed series, which will be on display along with GranitiFiandre’s latest and most innovative products.
http://www.tclbrandtile.com/TCL/news.htm
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Vitromex is a brand with a strong involvement in Mexico that also exports to the United States, Canada, the Bahamas, Haiti, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Honduras, Belize, Costa Rica and Chile, as well as others.
Also, we have a distribution center in San Antonio, Texas since 1998 that offers the service of timely product delivery to our distributors in this country.
In Mexico, our large distribution network is made up by true specialists that offer our products in more than 350 points of sale throughout the country....More... |
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