NSI and Stone World Announce 2026 Stone Summit Series Across North America
The Natural Stone Institute and Stone World magazine have announced the 2026 Stone Summit series — a travelling education program bringing fabrication, safety, and business training to stone industry professionals across North America. The 2026 series includes silica safety sessions reflecting the industry’s growing focus on worker health.
Why this matters: Stone Summits are where small and mid-sized fabricators get their education. The inclusion of silica safety content signals that the industry’s major trade organisations are treating silica as a core business concern, not a niche compliance issue. If you’re a fabricator, attending a Stone Summit near you is one of the most efficient ways to get current on silica regulations, safety practices, and product alternatives in a single day.
What to Expect
The 2026 series includes sessions on: OSHA silica compliance updates, transitioning to silica-free product lines, fabrication techniques for porcelain and sintered stone, and business planning for regulatory change. Locations are spread across major fabrication markets (Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Texas, California). Registration is open through the Natural Stone Institute website.
For ongoing silica regulation updates and compliance resources, see our Global Regulations Tracker and B2B Sourcing Guides.
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