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The secret to durability lies in firing

Italian ceramic tiles are produced in under an hour but last for over 50 years. Their compact surface is the result of an innovative industrial process that combines high levels...

The Italian ceramic tile industry saves water to avoid harming the environment

The article describes the Italian ceramic tile industry’s commitment to saving water in order to avoid harming the environment. Accurate data on water recycling and the reduction of water source pollution demonstrate the importance of the sustainable initiatives adopted. The article also introduces the Italian ceramic tile industry’s commitment to meeting the UN’s SDGs, focusing on Goal 6 of the Agenda relating to water resources.

An ongoing commitment to reducing emissions

The Italian ceramic tile industry adopts innovative technologies and self-regulates to reduce emission levels and air pollution.

FONCER, the Supplementary Pension Fund for the Italian ceramic industry

The FONCER supplementary pension fund is one of the first examples of corporate welfare promoted by a business association in cooperation with the trade unions.

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Tiling Town: a new vision of the human-machine relationship

The 12th edition of Tiling Town features innovative ceramic tiling demonstrations and lectures on specific topics in the world of construction

Cersaie fully booked

The International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings, set to take place in Bologna from 23 to 27 September, continues to host large numbers of high-quality exhibitors while introducing new spaces and content. All 15 halls are again fully booked this year, reflecting the event’s standing as the world’s premier showcase for ceramic tiles and bathroom furnishings.

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Converting waste into a resource using CO2

A research project, coordinated by the Ceramic Center, studying the possibility of using the CO2 generated in the ceramic tile production process to mineralize certain wastes, thus obtaining secondary raw materials for the building sector, with a view to the circular economy

LEED certification: what it is and how it is applied

The use of Italian ceramic tiles helps to achieve the main environmental sustainability certifications

Tile layer’s licence

Assoposa, Mapei and Certi.s are promoting the figure of the certified professional tile layer. Continuous education, greater professionalism and higher market value are just a few of the benefits of certification

Italian clay products: a material that is friendly to humans and the environment

The construction industry is devoting increasing attention to human health and the environment. Today, the performance of construction products must take into account not only supply, installation and maintenance issues but also the impact of products on the natural environment and the healthiness of the building.