Sustainability overview
Sustainability at Valcan: Leading the Charge for a Greener Future
We are committed to operating our business in an environmentally responsible manner. As a manufacturer and distributor of goods, we recognise the importance of reducing our carbon footprint and understanding our impact across the product life cycle.
Our approach is underpinned by certified management systems, with Valcan operating in accordance with ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) standards. These frameworks support a consistent and controlled approach to managing quality and environmental performance across our operations.
We also recognise the importance of material circularity. All products supplied by Valcan are fully recyclable, supporting responsible end-of-life management and enabling materials to be reprocessed and reused where appropriate.
Our mission is to drive a culture change within our industry, supporting more informed and responsible decision-making across the supply chain.
Our Sustainability Initiatives:
Ceramapanel - Fully Recyclable:
Our fibre cement cladding panels can be completely recycled, thanks to specialist companies that handle waste material. They shred the surplus materials and mix them with other substances to create road surfaces, minimising the demand for new raw materials. This process helps reduce the need for extracting new raw materials, making it an eco-friendly choice for construction projects.
Recycling Program for Aluminium Panels:
We believe in the power of recycling and have implemented a recycling program for our aluminium panels. Customers can return old or damaged panels to us, and we will recycle the materials, ensuring that resources are utilised efficiently where waste is minimised.
Repurposing Aluminium Panels into VitraFix Components:
In our pursuit of sustainability, we have developed an innovative process to repurpose aluminium panels into parts for our VitraFix range. By giving new life to these materials, we reduce waste and promote a circular economy.
Minimising Waste Through Closed-Loop Logistics
Valcan operates a pallet return and recycling scheme designed to reduce waste across the delivery process. Pallets used in the transportation of materials can be collected from site and returned for reuse or recycling, helping to minimise the volume of packaging sent to landfill.
This approach supports a more efficient use of resources within the supply chain, while offering customers a practical way to manage waste on site.
Transparent Environmental Data Through EPDs
Valcan supports the use of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to provide clear, independently verified data on the environmental impact of construction materials.
EPDs offer a standardised way to assess products across their life cycle, enabling architects, specifiers and contractors to make informed, evidence-based decisions using comparable data.
Products including Vitradual and Ceramapanel carry independently verified EPD certification, with full documentation available via the Valcan website. These declarations are developed in accordance with recognised international standards and verified by accredited programme operators.
Our Vision for a Greener Future:
At Valcan, our approach is focused on continually reviewing and improving how we operate, with an emphasis on quality, consistency and environmental management.
We aim to support higher standards across the industry by:
- Developing and implementing manufacturing processes that improve efficiency and resource use
- Promoting responsible sourcing and working with supply chain partners who operate to recognised standards
- Encouraging employees to adopt consistent, responsible practices within their roles
- Collaborating with industry partners to support the development of robust standards and policies
Through this approach, Valcan supports more consistent, transparent and informed decision-making across the built environment
Join Us on Our Journey:
We welcome engagement from partners, customers and stakeholders who are looking to better understand material performance and support more informed decision-making across the built environment.
Through collaboration and the sharing of information, Valcan aims to contribute to the development of consistent, transparent and responsible practices across the industry.
