Installers

Formazione posatori lastre ceramiche

Tile installer training: two agreements signed

A focus on continuous training to improve the professionalism of tile layers and showroom personnel

Young Tilers at Cersaie

At the 2023 edition of the Bologna show, five young European tile layers demonstrated their skills in laying ceramic tiles of different colours, sizes and thicknesses using the latest equipment and working methods

Focus on tile installation

The world’s largest exhibition of ceramic surfaces devotes special attention to tile laying, a key stage in ensuring a top-quality and long-lasting installation. A large space is set aside for practical demonstrations and lectures

The reuse of ceramic sludge

Studies conducted by Centro Ceramica in Civita Castellana in collaboration with a number of local companies have demonstrated that sludge from sanitaryware production can be reused in the ceramic tile production process and in other sectors. Eco-friendly management of ceramic waste reduces companies’ environmental footprint and allows for cost savings.

Waste-proof glazing

For years, several Italian ceramic companies in Civita Castellana have been working on the innovation of their industrial processes, to produce sanitaryware and bathroom furnishings with minimum environmental impacts. Particular attention...

Certifications: when quality is sustainable

Italian ceramic sanitaryware producers are committed to sustainable development strategies. High quality ceramic production is entirely consistent with a reduction in environmental impact. The entire industrial process from raw materials through to end-of-life disposal of the finished product complies with the most important European and international certifications.

Ceramic glaze recovery

Ceramic sanitaryware producers recover and reuse glazes originating from the vitrification process. This improves sustainability and complements the companies’ efforts to further reduce their environmental impact and cut raw material consumption.

Process innovations to reduce consumption and protect the environment

Italian ceramic sanitaryware is produced with the utmost attention to the environment. Ever since the 1980s, factories in the Civita Castellana cluster have been introducing recycled raw materials into their...

ISO certifications: guaranteed sustainability and quality

Environmental certifications demonstrate the Italian ceramic sanitaryware manufacturers’ commitment to sustainability.

An 80-year history of success

The year 2023 marks the 80th anniversary of the foundation of FILA, an acronym for Fabbrica Italiana di Lucidi e Affini, active in the production of professional surface protection products in San Martino di Lupari (Pd). The company is now a leading international Group in its field.