With heavy hearts and sadness, Walker Zanger recently announced that Leon Zanger, one of the founders of the storied American stone and tile design resource, Walker Zanger, has died at the age of 93 due to complications of COVID-19.

Sika® Corporation, a global manufacturer of specialty chemicals, recently introduced a complete line of tile and stone installation products in the U.S. that are engineered for performance to deliver outstanding results in today’s demanding market.

Infinity Drain, an industry leader in decorative shower and wet area drain solutions, is a finalist in the “Bath/Spa” category for its revolutionary Stainless Steel Shower Base in the Boutique Design (BD) Product Design Competition: Best of 2020 awards.

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), the world’s largest tile contractor association, elected new officers and board members for 2021 and 2022 at its annual meeting, which was held virtually on December 3, 2020.

Market Maker Events (MME), producers of the Flooring Markets, recently announced the Southeast Flooring Market, will now take place from March 11 to 12, 2021 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA.

Lapitec recently presented its new website, www.lapitec.com, featuring revamped content and high-impact graphics.

Maison, the studio for the design, manufacturing and distribution of luxury artisanal tile and mosaics, recently announced the appointment of Guy Hargreaves and Barbie Kennedy the company’s North American sales team.

NAPCO, Ltd. (North American Polymer Company), a national producer of refinishing products and a bathtub and kitchen refinishing training company, recently announced the 2021 class schedule for its professional, three-day Kitchen and Bath Refinishing Training course.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Zonda, formerly known as Hanley Wood | Meyers Research, recently announced a one-year renewal of their strategic partnership.

Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, recently conducted a series of time-trials comparing the installation times for various configurations of their products.