America’s Infrastructure Could Be Improved With Kafka’s Products Every four years, America’s infrastructure is graded by the Advisory Council comprised of American Society of Civil Engineers members*. In 2013, the United States of America barely passed, earning an overall grade of D-plus. However, more and more businesses and initiatives have sprung up to try and…
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When it comes to selecting pathway materials for high traffic areas, there are plenty of options for buyers to consider. Concrete, asphalt, brick, and pavers are among the most common materials to use for high traffic hardscaping projects. Many of these applications are effective, but some can take a beating and chip and crack over…
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Sometimes designs require a quality pathway that blends well with the natural setting. Or perhaps you need a more environmentally friendly alternative to obtrusive concrete and asphalt. Kafka Granite offers a number of natural options for decomposed granite pathways. Each option offers an aesthetically pleasing and affordable alternative to the more traditional pavers, asphalt, concrete,…
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Kafka Granite pathway materials are available in the Chicago Area. Our pathway materials are offer a more natural and appealing alternative to hardscape surfaces. Pathway materials are perfect for bike paths, nature trails, walkways, gardens, cart paths, and just about any type of track and trail system. Our decomposed granite pathways are beautiful, affordable, and…
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Terrazzo is making a big comeback in architectural flooring. This centuries-old flooring is enjoying new life as architects and designers recognize its environmental friendliness, durability, and ageless beauty. Through Kafka Granite’s longstanding relationship with T&M Supply, terrazzo suppliers and contractors use Kafka aggregates in gorgeous flooring all around the country! Here’s the first in a series discussing…
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To commemorate 35 years of growth in the specialty aggregate industry, Kafka Granite has developed this video to give our customers a closer look at what makes our manufacturing process unique. Jack Caldwell, Project Designer at Waldrop Engineering, was one of the first to view Our Manufacturing video after recently taking a tour of our crushing facility. He noted, “We…
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Ever wonder what Glenn Kafka, owner of Kafka Granite, does in his free time? ….He fuels his need for speed! Glenn also serves as co-owner and crew chief to professional snowmobile team, Team LaVallee. This past week, Kafka and the rest of Team LaVallee packed up the rig and headed to Aspen, CO for yet…
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Glenn Kafka has recently developed a rapidly growing local business in land clearing and shingle recycling. We are happy to announce that this business has now further expanded with the recent acquisition of McDonald Trucking & Wood Recycling of Wisconsin Rapids, WI. The acquisition will provide Kafka with an additional grinder, trucks, trailers, and equipment…
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As we look forward to the New Year, we also take time to reflect on a successful 2013. In no particular order, the following are the top five moments of 2013 for the Kafka companies: 1) Kafka’s crushing facility is the heart beat of all things Kafka Granite, and it’s now more efficient than ever…
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Kafka Granite supplies Nature Stone Flooring: With over 40 different colors of stone in countless sizes and varying hardness, Kafka Granite has found themselves providing their aggregate for a wide array of applications where a natural stone is required. Recently, Kafka Granite has begun providing rock for use in epoxy stone flooring. This application provides…
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