Join us for our First Quarter CRAN Wisconsin Event for an exclusive tour on how Stone Veneer & Cut Stone are quarried and fabricated at Halquist Stone. The event will feature quarry tour, fabrication tour, showroom tour, networking, and is sure to be an amazing opportunity to learn how architectural stone is created along with providing further knowledge on how to select and specify stone for your residential applications. 

Halquist Stone specializes in natural stone products. They offer a wide range of products including stone veneer, landscape stone, and building stone along with many other building product offers. 

This event will kick off at 2:00pm for Quarry and Fabrication tours. Following the tours around 5:00pm, there will be a Q&A at Halquist with additional networking with Halquist representatives and fellow residential architects, while enjoying appetizers and beverages.

Please plan to arrive at Halquist by 1:45PM because tour needs to start promptly at 2PM to view the fabrication tour.

This event has limited availability so signup to hold your spot! 

Learning Objectives:

Quarry Operations and Stone Properties

Geological Formation and Types of Stone:

• Understand the geological processes that lead to the formation of different types of natural stones.

Quarry Operations:

• Learn about the various stages of quarry operations, including extraction, cutting, and transportation of stone.
• Explore the technological advancements and machinery used in modern quarrying.

Environmental Stewardship:

• Examine the practices quarries implement to minimize their environmental footprint and ensure sustainability.

Health and Safety:

• Understand the health and safety protocols in place to protect quarry workers and the surrounding community.
• Learn about the impact of quarry operations on the health and well-being of building occupants.

Cut Stone Fabrication Tour

Understanding Stone Fabrication Processes:

• Describe the key stages of stone fabrication, from raw material to finished product.
• Identify the tools and machinery used in the cutting, shaping, and finishing of stone.

Health and Safety Protocols:

• Explain the health and safety measures implemented in a stone fabrication facility.
• Recognize the potential hazards associated with stone fabrication and the strategies to mitigate them.

Environmental Sustainability:

• Discuss the environmental impact of stone fabrication and the practices used to minimize waste and energy consumption.
• Evaluate the sustainability initiatives adopted by the stone fabrication industry.

Quality Control and Standards:

• Understand the quality control processes in place to ensure the integrity and durability of fabricated stone products.
• Learn about the standards and certifications relevant to stone fabrication.

Submitted for AIA/CES approval

No refunds day of event.

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