Stone is a perfect example of a sustainable product, and its method of exploitation can be too. It is possible to be ecologically sustainable in quarries, did you know that?
In order to achieve the goals of the European environmental pact, various measures have been taken at a social, economic and environmental level, a can be seen in figure 1.
Fravizel is an engineering company whose main objectives are the development of technology to reduce operating costs and increase productivity, carbon neutrality, hybrid technology and digitalization with working conditions and safety for the workforce. This is why it has focused on developing innovative technological solutions that comply with good environmental, social and business management (ESG) practices.
Fig.1: Sustainability model
Source: Fravizel, 2024
We make the operator's job easier by providing good conditions, safety and technological attractiveness (Social Sustainability). Our products promote the circular economy and hybrid technology, while protecting the environment (Environmental Sustainability). Innovation at a high level for good time management and productivity (Economic Sustainability).
Allowing for a sustainable increase in productivity through equipment that intervenes in all the necessary phases of stone extraction. Our machines are developed to meet every need, with maximum efficiency and resource management. As you can see in figure 2.
(compared with traditional methods)
Fig. 2: Machine diagrams for each extraction phase
Source: Fravizel, 2024
For "making it happen fast", the mobile and Aurora Line are examples, consisting of drilling and diamond wire machines (Victoria and Electra) on wheels or tracks, for the squaring phase. Based on European objectives, this line of machines was designed with the "double transition" of climate neutrality and the digital transition in mind. These machines avoid up to 87% of CO2 emissions per year and more than 80% in energy costs.
FRAVIZEL Metalomecânica e Engenharia (Portugal)
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