2013 Masonry Veneer Design Awards Contest Opens for Submissions

For Immediate Release Dan Fernandez 212-297-2121
dfernandez@kellencompany.com 2013 Masonry Veneer Design Awards Contest Opens for Submissions
June 12, 2012 (New York, NY) – The Masonry Veneer Manufacturers Association (MVMA) is now accepting submissions into their annual Masonry Veneer Design Awards contest. The judges are looking for entries that highlight innovative use and design, proper installation, and creative looks in Masonry Veneer, also known as manufactured stone veneer. In all, there are 10 award categories, ranging from New Construction – Residential – Exterior through Remodel – Commercial - Interior. A new “Innovation” category has been added this year which will award innovation in masonry veneer. “The 2013 Masonry Veneer Design Awards will be recognizing the year’s best Masonry Veneer projects for their innovation and beauty,” said Mike Fischer, MVMA general manager. “We had a close and exciting contest in 2012, with more than 250 entries submitted from around the country. We hope to outpace that this year and showcase some amazing projects.” Winners will be announced at the MVMA Winter Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada during the 2013 International Builders Show. Each winner will receive a Certificate and national recognition for their work. MVMA

Design Awards Facts
 All entries must be submitted online at www.MasonryVeneerDesignAwards.com by November 11, 2012;
 An independent judging panel, made up of members of the American Institute of Building Design, will score the entries;
 There is no entry fee;
 Submissions require high-resolution images of the completed project;
 More information, including rules and entry requirements can be found at www.MasonryVeneerDesignAwards.com;
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 About the Masonry Veneer Manufacturers Association
Masonry Veneer Manufacturers Association (MVMA) was organized and officially began operation in April 2006 to represent the Manufactured Stone Veneer industry’s manufacturing companies and their suppliers. MVMA is the only incorporated trade association organized specifically for the masonry veneer products industry. The mission of the organization is to advance the growth of the manufactured masonry veneer industry through proactive technical, advocacy and awareness efforts.

Instone expands into the Midwest

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Instone expands into Midwest market – becoming one of the largest US distributors of masonry products…
Instone moves into the Midwest market place with the acquisition of Hearth and Home Technologies building materials division, making Instone one of the largest masonry wholesale distributors covering the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast and the Midwest United States.
Alsip, Ill , February 23, 2010: Instone, a New Jersey based company who is one of the largest wholesale distributor of Owens Corning Cultured Stone® in the United States, distributing from Maine to Virginia, now moves into the Midwest market with the acquisition of the Hearth & Home Technologies Alsip building materials distribution center. When Hearth & Home Technologies became available for sale, Gordon Strout President and CEO of Instone saw the opportunity as vital to the continued growth of the company. “In spite of the sluggish economy this was an opportunity to position ourselves in a market place with huge growth potential” said Strout. “We may never see housing starts as in 2006 but we are confident that the market is returning to a level that will allow for growth opportunity and being in this region is how we plan on accomplish this” remarks Strout.
This as an opportunity for Intone to move into the mid-west market and looks to duplicate the success it has seen in the east.. Owens Corning Cultured® Stone Division supports the acquisition and the entrance into this new market by Instone. “We have a strong platform to build off of, our staff out of Chicago has built a wonderful masonry distribution business over the past 25 years with Cultured Stone® and other key suppliers. We look forward to the opportunity to build upon this heritage.”
Heading up the Instone Midwest Region will be Kevin Grotke. Kevin joins Instone after spending the past 10 years at Owens Corning in various Operational, Sales and Marketing roles for the Cultured Stone® business. Kevin looks to build upon the strong relationship between the dealers in this market, Owens Corning and other strategic suppliers for success.
Instone is Headquartered in Millstone Township NJ for more information on Instone Please visit http://www.instoneco.com/ or please contact Cathy Williams Marketing Manager of Instone 888-467-8250 c.williams@instoneco.com