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Green products and services for buildings and structures
A leading supplier of steel reinforcement and structural elements in Malta , JMV is actively engaged in supplying an ever growing portfolio of green products and services to the construction industry which are of particular interest to hoteliers and developers at large . In fact , he said that over the past 47 years , JMV Building Solutions has forged a solid reputation by establishing quality , flexibility and reliability in all product and service offerings .
In the opinion of Mr Ray Vassallo , managing director of JMV Building Solutions , “ Everyone should be made aware of the importance of utilising energy-efficient products with the least negative impact on the environment .” It is his belief that key stakeholders like architects , civil engineers , building suppliers , developers and contractors play an important and strategic role in the promotion of sustainability and energy-efficient products .
Mr Vassallo explained that JMV has completed a Rebar Facility Expansion Programme , with the scope of supplying clients in the shortest possible time . The Group ’ s new rebar processing facilities have reduced raw material waste to almost negligible levels . With its in-house laboratory , quality control testing on samples extracted from raw materials , reinforcing steel wire mesh and processed rebar , all is produced in accordance to the requisite standard and respective free certificates of conformity . JMV pioneered the introduction of the EVG-3D Construction System in Malta by investing in a production plant and wide-scale education .
The EVG-3D panels Construction System is key to sustainability for Maltese developers and developments . Having lightweight advanced materials , EVG-3D Construction Systems reduce energy consumption in homes up to 50 % and reduce the load on building foundations up to 40 %. The company ’ s brand and product portfolio includes environmentally-friendly Isomat building materials , Ytong eco load bearing construction blocks and various types of wall insulation , insulated rooftiles and Kerakoll eco-friendly restoration products . JMV also ensures that its steel raw material imports are sourced from steel mills which are in compliance with international regulations in the reduction of emissions , rational use of resources , and sustainable management of plants to ensure environmental protection .
The group also operates an ISO 9001 quality and traceability system . Over the last 47 years , JMV has worked with a range of European and international leading companies and has provided half a century of continuous dedicated service to Malta ’ s construction industry . “ Respecting and safeguarding the environment is always our main priority ,” Mr Vassallo concluded .
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