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Silica & Slab Safety Certificate

The Natural Stone Institute provides robust safety training for employees in the natural stone industry. This newly updated online certificate includes education and resources for preventing silicosis, safe slab handling and creating a safety program.

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Natural Stone Catalogue

This catalogue is a collection of images and material details to help buyers identify appropriate natural stone materials for their projects.

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Accreditation

Recognizing natural stone fabricators and commercial contractors that meet the industry's highest standards for operations, product knowledge, installation and reliability.

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CEU Program

Our member speakers provide accurate continuing education on the benefits and use of natural stone to the major building and design professions including AIA, ASLA and GBCI.

CEU Program

Awards

Annually recognizing individuals, design professionals, and member companies who make exceptional contributions through their work within a global natural stone industry.

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Natural Stone University

Online portal of industry education including webinars, seminars, toolbox talks, and other courses. Transcripts and certificates of completion provided.

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Women in Stone

A system of resources to recruit, retain, and advance women in the stone industry, including mentorship, career path awareness, networking and education specific to women’s needs.

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Latest News

Natural Stone Institute Announces New Board Members

The Natural Stone Institute will welcome two individuals to its board of directors in January 2025.

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Pinnacle and Tucker Design Awards to Combine in 2025

The Natural Stone Institute is pleased to announce that beginning with the 2025 Call for Entries, the Tucker Design Awards will be partnered with the Pinnacle Awards program.

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Global Collaboration on Natural Stone Sustainability Gains Momentum at Marmomac

At Marmomac 2024 in Verona, Italy, the Natural Stone Strategic Alliance (NSSA) convened natural stone trade associations from around the world to advance sustainability initiatives.

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Frank Hermans Receives Thor Lundh Quarrier Award

Frank Hermans, Milbank #3 Supervisor for Coldspring, is the inaugural recipient of the Thor Lundh Quarrier Award. Hermans was celebrated during the Tucker Design Awards ceremony at the NSI Study Tour in Salt Lake City on August 26.

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