In recent years, a wave of litigation has emerged nationwide alleging that manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of certain stone slab products bear liability for occupational silicosis suffered by downstream fabricators. 

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A group of countertop fabricators discussed the challenges and opportunities of offering repair services during a recent industry roundtable discussion, identifying workforce training, pricing strategy and the growing complications of porcelain countertops as key concerns. The roundtable was moderated by members of the Stone Fabricator’s Alliance’s (SFA) executive board during The International Surface Event (tise), which took place in late January 2026 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV.