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NSI and ISFA Announce Silica Exposure Literature Review
Posted In: Industry News & Trends, ISFA News & Updates, Safety & Compliance,
Date posted Nov 21

NSI and ISFA are proud to present a literature review that summarizes the growing library of studies related to respirable crystalline silica (RCS)...

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Meet ISFA's 2025 Board of Directors
Posted In: ISFA News & Updates,
Date posted Nov 14

ISFA welcomes five new members to its board of directors in 2025.

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ISFA & WFF Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Resources
Posted In: Industry News & Trends, ISFA News & Updates,
Date posted Sep 3

International Surface Fabricators Association and Worktop Fabricators Federation Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Resources, Training and...

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Selling Your Fabrication Shop: The Ultimate Exit Strategy
Posted In: Podcasts,
Date posted Aug 22

In this episode of ISFA’s Behind the Surface Podcast, Chase Busenbark outlines a roadmap to a smooth exit out of the surface fabrication business.

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An Update on the ISFA/NSI Silica Safety Research Project
Posted In: ISFA News & Updates, Safety & Compliance,
Date posted Jul 11

ISFA in partnership with NSI commissioned Yale’s Occupational and Environmental Medicine department to serve as a consulting partner to conduct...

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Transforming Fabrication: The Power of Software Integration
Posted In: Podcasts,
Date posted Jul 10

In this episode of Behind the Surface, dive deep into the transformative power of software in the fabrication industry.

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Porcelain's New Era: Trends, Tech Advances & Fabrication Insights
Posted In: Podcasts,
Date posted May 30

In this episode of Behind the Surface podcast, ISFA’s executive director, Marissa Bankert, sits down with Todd Hibbs, a fabrication specialist from...

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The Problem with Silica: What You Need to Know to Maintain a Safe Shop
Posted In: Podcasts,
Date posted Apr 25

In this episode of the Behind the Surface podcast, ISFA Executive Director Marissa Bankert is joined by Nate Kolenski, president of Block Tops in...

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Beneath | The Surface: Part 3: Interior Cladding with Corian® Solid Surface
Posted In: Webinars,
Date posted Mar 30

In this webinar, see a live wall installation demo and learn the basics of vertical cladding with Corian Solid Surface.

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Sample Article #3
Date posted Feb 29

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Beneath | The Surface: Part 2: Next-Level Techniques for Corian® Solid Surface
Posted In: Webinars,
Date posted Jan 30

Part 2 of 3: In this webinar, learn about dye sublimation, designing for deconstruction, and thermoforming with Corian Solid Surface.

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A Sales Rep Clinic: Part Eight: Creating Raving Fans and Loyal Customers with Gratitude Campaigns
Posted In: Webinars,
Date posted Dec 7

ISFA’s Sales Rep Clinic Series is cohosted by Justin Shaw, founder of Stone Fabricator Elite, the new business development and sales support agency...

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