Spanish ceramic tile industry leads the obtaining of AENOR GlobalEPD sustainable product eco-labels.

On 29th November eleven major ceramic tile manufacturers in the Castellón cluster received the Environmental Product Declaration AENOR GlobaEPD certification, making the ceramic industry in our region a leader in terms of obtaining eco-labels at national level. Some of the companies that obtained this certification are:  Ceracasa, Peronda, Azulev, Ceramica Ribesalbes, Gayafores, Keraben and Azteca, as well as Vives Ceramica and Colorker, which had already obtained this eco-label.

Ceracasa with sustainable product BionicTile

Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a system of European eco-labelling of products in the construction sector which can certify the environmental impact throughout the life cycle of products and eco-efficient manufacturing process. Specifically, the DAP is a type III ecolabel pioneer in Spain which is already applied in other countries such as Norway, Canada, Japan , South Korea , Germany, Holland , Switzerland and France, and is under establishment in Denmark and Italy.

Representatives of the companies awarded EPD certification

The AENOR GlobalEPD program, which allows obtaining Environmental Product Declarations , is currently a voluntary certification system , but it can become a very important factor for companies or sectors in order to promote competitiveness against competition from other countries and facilitate access to markets with a higher level of environmental awareness in the international arena.

Peronda's EPD certification

The Spanish industry of ceramic wall and floor tiles is aware of the capacity of ceramic coverings as a material to build a more sustainable architecture. Recently they launched a website (www.spaintiles.info/eco) with the aim of informing about the characteristics of ceramic tiles, showing examples of sustainable projects , disseminating the studies carried out in R & D, and presenting the ceramic latest innovations in terms of sustainability.

More info: http://www.spaintiles.info/eco/construccion.aspx?lang=en-GB

Source: www.elperiodicodelazulejo.es

Ceramic tiles by Vives Ceramica in national and international architecture projects

Along the year 2013 Vives Cerámica has dressed with its products a number of construction projects both nationally and internationally. Hotels, restaurants and shopping centers have relied on the design, versatility, style and performance of the newest ceramic coverings by Vives to coat walls, floors, façades and common areas.

International projects

The Villa Sandini Spa Hotel, located in Sandim, Portugal and designed with an innovative chic-rustic style after the renovation of a whole ancient building, chose Polinesia Collection by Vives Cerámica for its exteriors: Moorea-R tile, White and Brown, is a wood look anti-slip porcelain tile ideal for wet areas. 

Some styles just can’t help but resist the test of time. Without doubt, the 60’s are a prime example. They have managed to reproduce this style in Sölvesborg (Sweden) in this restaurant called “Bella’s Diner & Bar”. A key element to achieving this desired look was VIVES 20x20cm red body Alaska, Negro and Rojo Volcan floor tiles.

Next project takes us to Vilnius (Lithuania). The Civic Grafito (60x120cm) large format has been used in this shopping centre called “Aprangos Galerija” where cement is the inspiration.

Xara Lodge is an events complex for weddings, shows etc. located in a traditional house in the Maltese countryside near Rabat-Mdina. For its decoration Vives Titan series (Paros, Mara, Unsu, Uriel and Comodo) have been used, resulting in a design which brings together both tradition and modernity with a balance and with outstanding beauty.

Located inPrague, we find this elegant and casual restaurant which has also used VIVES materials for its creative decoration: The 1900 collection, resulting in a very distinctive and avant-garde style, appealing to the most cosmopolitan of customers.

Projects in Spain

The restaurant Farándula on the Spanish Costa Brava opened last year, of vintage style where industrial elements are mixed with some of the most traditional and classical such as solid woods. The materials used were 20x20 Aranjuez collection, specifically the products Yeles, Alcazar, Batres y Bargas for the wall covering and Güell-1 from the 1900 collection for the floors. In conclusion, the creativity used in the design and decoration within this premises shows the possibilities when different styles are brought together. 

On the Galician Costa de Morte, Benboa restaurant has opened, as a fusion of various different concepts at the same time: restaurant and market. Vives have helped to decorate this innovative place by using the Mugat Blanco 10x20cm and the floor tiles: Orsa - 21x89 antislip C3 and Dorset marrón 31.6x31.6 cm. 

The result has been a modern decoration which contrasts perfectly with the essence of the tradition served up. 

Just a few metres from the Levante beach in Benidorm, the Hotel Ambassador Playa is located with its excellent facilities creating an ambience of relaxation and well-being. For the its new image they have used Vives tiles to create this atmosphere in the Explorers Club restaurant and café area: The1900 collection (Basalto, Gris, Calvet, Terrades, Llagostera y Gibert) gives a vintage style to the decoration helping replicate an old and traditional train station. 

Castellon's Sisif bar & restaurant has recently opened its doors and has also used Vives ceramic tiles. This project shows the Montaner Azul tile which belongs to 1900 collection (20x20cm)combining it perfectly with the Blanco and Florentina tiles that are part of the same collection together with the wall tile Buril and Vano Marfil that comes from the Wäsel (20x50 cm.) collection. The bathrooms which also use our tiles combine the Buril and Vano Marfil, which also comes from the Wäsel (20x50 cm.) collection and the Ruhr Plomo (30x60 cm.) from the same range name. It is a restaurant and bar that has personality and character in which you can enjoy a delicious meal with great company and in great surroundings.  

Más info: www.vivesceramica.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vivesazulejosygres

Twitter: @VIVESCeramica

Castellon ceramic tile industry at the forefront of the wide Spanish participation at Cersaie Fair 2013

All set in Bologna Exhibition Centre for the celebration of Cersaie 2013, which will take place from 23rd  to 27th September. From the broad representation of Spanish companies participating as exhibitors -over 155- almost 85% come from Castellon province, which again confirms the clear commitment of the sector for the international promotion, the real driving force for sales after several years of decline in Spanish domestic demand.

The following Globbarea companies, from various industries such as floor and wall tiles, bathroom and auxiliary equipment and raw materials, will be exhibiting again this year in this world showcase for the ceramic tile sector, where the Castellon firms will present their latest trends and most innovative products with top design and quality. 

ARKAIS-LLAC – Area 44 Stand 65

AZTECA CERÁMICA  -  Pad. 26 Stand A104-B105 

AZULEV / AZULEJOS SANCHIS -  Pad. 15 Stand A7-B8

CERACASA - Pad. 18 Stand D20 

CERAMICA CAS - Pad. 36 Stand A48

CERÁMICA RIBESALBES – Pad. 19 Stand B22

CEVICA – Pad. 19 Stand A60

CICOGRES – Pad. 26 Stand A140

CIFRE CERÁMICA – Pad. 20 Stand C24-D25

COLOR ESMALT – Pad. 34 E26-F29

COLORKER – Pad. 14 Stand A32-B32

DUNE – Pad. 19 Stand A64

EL MOLINO – Pad. 25 Stand B78

EMAT – Area 44 Stand 41

EQUIPE CERÁMICAS – Pad. 16 Stand C42

FRITTA – Pad. 34 Stand F52-G53

GAYA FORES- Pad. 19 Stand C7

INSCA Area 44 Stand 59

INTERMATEX Pad. 22 Stand B160

KERABEN GRUPO- Pad. 15 Stand D7-E8 

MUSEUM BY PERONDA – Pad. 15 Stand E19-F20

NAVARTI GRUPO – Pad. 18 Stand C40-D37

GRUPO CERÁMICO OSET - Pad. 15 Stand E23

PERONDA - Pad. 15 Stand E7-F8 (nueva ubicación)

PLAZA CERAMICAS - Pad. 26 Stand B98

QUIMICER - Pad. 34 Stand G30

REALONDA – Pad. 15 Stand A19-B20

CERAMICA SALONI - Pad. 19 Stand A18-B17

TAU CERAMICA – Pad. 18 Stand A2-B1

TECNICERAMICA – Pad. 36 Stand A13

UNICER - Pad. 18 Stand B61-B66

VIVES CERÁMICA - Pad. 26 Stand A26-B27 

ZIRCONIO - Pad. 14 Stand D32

Cersaie’13 show app now available from Tile of Spain 

Information about all the Spanish ceramic tile companies exhibiting at CERSAIE 13  is now available in the palm of your hand with the CERSAIE’13 App, launched by Tile of Spain and ICEX.T his free app for iPad, iPhone, and Android allows you to have access to all Tile of Spain exhibitors and search by exhibit hall, sector or company.  It includes a complete listing of companies and contacts at your disposal. Download app.

Cersaie is, along with CEVISAMA, the most important international event for the ceramic industry and the showcase to most international markets, as 2012 data show: nearly 1,000 exhibitors from 33 countries, more than 75,000 visitors from 154 countries and nearly 700 specialized media in an exhibition area of 176,000 m2. Importers, distributors, commercial agents, interior designers, architects and specifiers around the world will gather at Cersaie as a meeting point to know the market trends, new products and the latest technological developments. And there will be Castellon ceramic tile sector, as the largest foreign participation in this international event.

More info: www.cersaie.it

Azulev Group widens its product catalog with 'Bath' shower trays

Azulev widens its advanced ceramic solutions for walls and floors with a collection of shower trays marketed under 'Bath' brand.

The products that make up this new business line are made with the most advanced solid surface technology on the market, allowing them to design shower trays with greater scratch resistance and a flatter surface than with other softer materials. The process ensures its antibacterial properties, high hardness, easy cleaning, low porosity and resistance to ultraviolet rays to prevent yellowing of the surface.

The first lot of “Bath” products that have hit the market consists of five collections of shower trays with high aesthetic component: Liso, Piedra, Granito, Piel y Madera (Smooth, Stone, Granite, Leather and Wood). In addition, each collection is available in a dozen colours.

Azulev Group, formed by Azulev and Azulejos Sanchis firms, is one of the leading companies in the Spanish ceramic sector and with an important and strong presence in the global market. Azulev products are exported to over 130 countries on five continents, in this order, France, Russia, United Kingdom and United States being the four major international markets for the company.

More info: http://www.azulev.com/ 

Source: El Periódico del Azulejo

Ceracasa ceramica participated in a seminar on construction solutions to reduce air pollution.

Last 20th June an interesting seminar took place in Madrid, in the School of Civil Engineering, about air quality of our cities and the different solutions available to reduce air pollution, such as photocatalysis.

The seminar was organized by AIF, the Iberian Association of Photocatalysis, formed by big companies in various sectors, among which is Ceracasa. AIF has the support of scientific members such as EPTISA, ICP, AIDICO, ITQ, Tecnalia, CARTIF TECHNOLOGY CENTRE and other institutions that provide great value to the process of photocatalysis in the construction and rehabilitation.

The photocatalysis starts from the natural principle of decontamination of nature by eliminating most common pollutants by an oxidation process activated by sun energy.

Through photocatalysis, some of the pollutants as common as harmful existing in our cities can be eliminated: nitrogen oxides NOx, nitric acid, HNO3, O3, SOx, VOCs, CO, methyl mercaptan, chlorinated organic compounds and poly aromatics compounds.

The symposium was attended by leading speakers, and was coordinated by EPTISA: they all provided solutions and diverse opinions on this important topic.

Fran Raya from CERACASA, as Vice President of AIF's external relations, gave an interesting presentation on applications of decontaminating products called "The Photocatalytic Island".

Ceracasa counts among its ceramic product range with Bionictile®, a porcelain wall covering with photocatalytic properties, " ceramic facade which decontaminates the air", which has earned the company more than a dozen awards, both nationally and internationally.

More info: www.ceracasa.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ceracasa

Twitter: @ Ceracasa

FS by Peronda Cerámicas in Casa Décor Madrid 2013 and Café Jamaica projects

Peronda Ceramicas continues advancing in its relation with trends and design taking part in Casa Decor Madrid 2013, which is taking place from May 17 to June 23 in the former British embassy.

Peronda Ceramicas, in collaboration with the member of Peronda Fashion Lab and designer of vintage furniture Francisco Segarra, has been in charge of materializing the project of the interior designer Cuca Garcia, for the biggest exhibition of architecture, design and decoration of Europe.

The pieces of the collection FS by PERONDA CERAMICAS, spread over the hall and the restaurant, which was decorated with Francisco Segarra's furniture.

With the same partner, Peronda Cerámicas has also designed an exclusive ceramic piece for the "Café Jamaica" cafes restyling. A piece integrated in the  Peronda Cerámicas FS collection, exclusively for the Rodilla's group cafes. The project has been ordered to Francisco Segarra decoration studio to "improve the current consumer experience".

The debut of this new concept has been carried out recently at the cafe in 'La maquinista' shopping centre in Barcelona, and they are planning the renovation of at least 5 cafes before the end of the year.

More info: http://www.peronda.com/

Blog: http://perondablog.blogspot.com.es/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/PerondaArtFashion

ROOFECO SYSTEMS presents its innovative roof covering system with plastic roof tiles.

Roofeco Systems manufactures in Castellón province a new system for roof covering with plastic tiles.

Roofeco Smart System roof is 100% PVC free and has been carefully developed to overcome the traditional clay roof tiles. Its color and surface remain inalterable over the course of time, it has a higher thermal range and an attractive finish… and most importantly: it is 100% recyclable and, unlike PVC, it doesn´t pollute the environment.

The material Roofeco tiles are made of is a formulation of composed polymers with nano mineral particles that transform the original properties of such polymers, increasing its thermo-acoustic isolation capacity and its lifespan. Roofeco roof tiles are unbreakable and impermeable.

It is a light and easy-installation roofing system, allowing the pieces to be manipulated by a single person and savings of up to 70% of the installation time.

Its patented anchoring system gives a perfect finish result; Roofeco Smart System plastic tiles do not require exposed screws. In addition to provide impeccable esthetics, it is also a filtration free roof, which does not require any maintenance and adapts perfectly to the temperature changes, from extreme hot to cold.

More info: http://www.roofecosystem.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Roofeco-System