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It’s time to shine a spotlight on the outstanding projects, people, and companies driving excellence in surface fabrication. The 2025 ISFA Awards are now open exclusively to ISFA members, and we want to see the incredible work you’ve accomplished over the past year.
 
This is your opportunity to gain recognition from your peers and celebrate the innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership within our association.
 
Project-Based Awards
Recognizing creativity, technical skill, and superior craftsmanship in completed surfacing projects.
Categories:
  • Commercial Excellence (Under & Over $100K)
  • Residential Excellence (Under & Over $20K)
  • Sustainable Project of the Year
Individual & Legacy Awards
Honoring the individuals and organizations making lasting, meaningful contributions to the industry.
Categories:
  • Fabricator of the Year
  • ISFA Hall of Fame
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s awards program. Submit your entries by July 31, 2025!

  
The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) has a bold new look and renewed purpose! Our refreshed brand reflects our commitment to supporting the surfaces industry with education, advocacy, safety resources, and business tools that help fabricators stay competitive and connected.
 
Alongside our rebrand, we’ve launched a redesigned website and the new ISFA Member Compass — an exclusive portal where members can manage their profiles, access resources, track events, and more.
 
Not a member yet? Now’s the perfect time to discover what ISFA can do for your business. Explore the new site, learn about membership benefits, and see how ISFA is giving fabricators an edge in a rapidly evolving market.
ISFA EVENTS
  
We’re headed to Phoenix, Arizona this fall, and you won’t want to miss it! Registration is officially open for the 2025 ISFA Annual Conference, where the surface fabrication industry comes together to connect, collaborate, and craft what’s next.
 
This year’s event is packed with valuable education, networking opportunities, and a behind-the-scenes facility tour you won’t want to miss — plus the return of one of our most popular sessions: The Great Idea Swap.
 
Two Opportunities to Swap & Share Ideas
  • Industry-Wide Great Idea Swap:
    To kick off the conference, we’ll host a group-wide Great Idea Swap session where everyone can share their best business practices, shop tips, and creative solutions. It’s a chance to hear what’s working for others and walk away with fresh ideas you can implement in your business. 
  • Track-Specific Great Idea Swaps:
    For the first session of our three-track format — Dominate, Innovate, and Fabricate — each track will hold its own Great Idea Swap tailored to job-specific challenges and opportunities. Bring your team so each of you can take part in the discussions most relevant to your role and return to your business with actionable takeaways.
Make plans to join us and be part of this high-energy, idea-packed event.

  
Marketing Made for Makers is a monthly webinar series created for fabrication shop owners and teams looking to grow their brand. Each session covers practical, industry-specific marketing tactics you can put to work right away — from social media and SEO to lead generation and video strategy.
 
Next Up:
Crushing It on LinkedIn: B2B Marketing That Connects
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 2:00 PM EDT | Virtual
Join brand strategist Kristen Pucci as she shares actionable tips for refining your business profile, building real connections, and using content to position your shop as an industry leader.
 
Who Should Attend: Shop owners, managers, marketing staff, and anyone new to digital marketing for fabrication businesses.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
LOTTE Chemical proudly announces a strategic distribution partnership with Texas Counter Fitters (TCF Supply). Under this new partnership, TCF Supply will serve as the exclusive distributor of Radianz Quartz throughout the South-Central United States, expanding access to the brand’s premium quartz products across the region.

  
McDermott Top Shop , a leading Midwest fabricator of premium surfacing materials, marked its 30th anniversary with a two-part celebration that brought together over 450 guests, including industry leaders, loyal customers, employees, friends, and families.
 
The celebration began with a Customer Appreciation Event on June 5 at McDermott’s 65,000-square-foot Jefferson facility. More than 180 customers, vendors, and partners gathered for an unforgettable afternoon featuring helicopter rides, live music, chef-prepared food, premium spirits, and product showcases—all designed to honor three decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and trusted partnerships.
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Delivering premium XL slab surfaces in quartz, porcelain, and natural stone all from one unmatched brand.
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FEATURED ARTICLES
Keep an eye out — the latest Q2 issue of Countertops & Architectural Surfaces magazine will be arriving soon! Filled with industry insights, inspiring projects, and expert tips, this edition is crafted to keep fabricators and surface professionals informed and inspired.
 
Inside, discover the newest trends, product innovations, and best practices shaping the countertops and architectural surfaces industry today. Whether you’re after fresh ideas or practical guidance, this issue has you covered.
 
Not receiving your copy yet? Visit our website to subscribe and have Countertops & Architectural Surfaces delivered straight to your door.
 
Get ready — your next great read is on its way!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
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Jul 2025
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A monthly webinar series built for fabricators looking to grow their brand. Each session covers essential marketing tools and tactics tailored to the fabrication industry — from social media and SEO to lead generation and video.
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Aug 2025
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ISFA’s one-day Fabrication Innovation Workshop offers demonstrations and real-world solutions for today’s surfacing challenges, including shower pan installation and on-site repairs. This interactive event connects fabricators with the latest tools, materials, and techniques to stay ahead of industry trends.
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Sep 2025
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A two-day hands-on course covering key fabrication techniques, from templating and seaming to sanding and installation. Participants will complete a vanity application featuring integral sinks, edge profiles, and backsplash styles.
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Nov 2025
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Experience the energy of Phoenix, Arizona, for a must-attend event in 2025! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, expand your network, or celebrate excellence in the industry, this conference promises valuable insights, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments.
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