Pavoni devotes itself to the design and production of electronic machines capable of realising different types of work on marble, granite, stone, glass and many other materials; these machines cover a variety of fields thanks to the multiple possibilities of different types of work they offer.
With the assistance of efficient staff, the firm is making great strides especially in the marble field, attributing the secret of its success to its unbeatable value for money and to the reliability and innovation of its exclusive creations: the three-dimensional Electronic Pantographs " Mirage".
Kolb has made a name of themselves in the field of stone processing in Germany and all over the world in the last 50 years since their foundation in 1949. Qualified personnel, modern production and constant further development guarantee the high standard of the produced machines. In particular when developing new machines Kolb attaches great importance to close contacts with customers and users. In 1998 Kolb introduced their Service 2000 that is not just a fluke but part of a company policy that meets customers' needs. Almost 10.000 machines sold - in use all over the world - prove this way.
We offer machines to process natural stone: bridge saws, cross cut saws, edge polishing machines, processing machines, water supply and slurry dehydrator systems, other machines and plants for concrete, glass, ceramics and other materials
October 5th, 2006 : MARBLELIFE & NTC Announce Partnership
MARBLELIFE has acquired the assets of NTC making it the largest hands-on trainer of stone craftsman in North America. Acquisition of NTC’s training course portfolio, training and safety manuals, books and video expands MARBLELIFE’s line of stone care products and care education products. NTC’s hands-on installation and fabrication training experience coupled with MARBLELIFE’s extensive restoration experience enables us to provide the most complete fabrication and installation training experience in the industry.
MARBLELIFE’S new state-of-the-art training facility outside easy-to-reach Orlando, FL will offer hands-on templating, fabrication, advanced fabrication and installation training on state-of-the-art equipment.
MARBLELIFE is the largest stone restoration and maintenance company in the world, with the capability of providing monthly maintenance anywhere in North America, and residential restoration services to more than 40% of the US population, and growing. Internationally MARBLELIFE operates in Canada, United Kingdom, Japan, and the United-Arab-Emirates. As a stone care product manufacturer and service provider MARBLELIFE is unique in being able to stand behind their products.
Fred Hueston will continue to oversee training and development of educational products, new fabrication and restoration techniques and education services for NTC. Fred will continue to be available as an expert witness and consulatant under his new venture Hueston-&-Associates.
MARBLELIFE can be contacted at 866-ML-EXPERTS
Hueston & Associates can be contacted at 828-301-9796
FAQ:
How can NTC maintain its independence if partnered with MARBLELIFE?
MARBLELIFE oversees NTC business operations, freeing Fred’s time to focus on development of training courses, educational systems and new restoration and maintenance techniques. Hueston-&-Associates will offer restoration training independent of MARBLELIFE or NTC.
What is Fred Hueston’s relationship with MARBLELIFE?
Fred will continue to work with MARBLELIFE as a trainer and lead educational product developer. However, his expert witness and consulting services will be provided by Hueston-&-Associates.
How does this partnership benefit NTC’s clients?
NTC has long been the leader in hands-on fabrication and installation training. MARBLELIFE is the largest stone restoration and maintenance company in the world, and as such has extensive experience repairing installation and fabrication errors. Together MARBLELIFE and NTC can take training to the next level.
How does this partnership benefit NTC?
MARBLELIFE can provide the business and marketing services needed by NTC, allowing the founder to focus on product and service development.
How does this partnership benefit MARBLELIFE?
MARBLELIFE can provide the best hands-on training in the industry for both its restoration franchisees and fabrication-and-installation clients. Fabrication-and-installation clients will be introduced to MARBLELIFE’s restoration services and capabilities boosting MARBLELIFE awareness.
How does this change NTC’s mission?
NTC will continue to focus on development of training and safety products for fabrication, installation and residential markets. Restoration services will be provided by Hueston&Associates.
How did this partnership come about?
Fred has consulted for MARBLELIFE for more than 10-years on unusual projects and industry trends. When MARBLELIFE moved into its expanded headquarter complex, the additional space, marketing capabilities and location represented attractive elements to NTC, while the expansion into stone industry training dovetailed with MARBLELIFE’s desire to expand its industry presence and awareness.
How will MARBLELIFE avoid a conflict of interest in the restoration area?
MARBLELIFE provides state-of-the-art restoration training and products to its 43 North American franchisees and International franchisees in Canada, Japan, United-Arab-Emirates and the United Kingdom. Recognizing that a potential conflict-of-interest could exist restoration training and support will be provided by Hueston&Associates and will be taught offsite in New Jersey by Fred Hueston. In this manner, restoration training will continue to be available and continue to be taught by Fred Hueston.
http://www.marblelife.com/
http://www.ntc-stone.com/