Pozzolane

LAVA pozzolane rock is extracted on Milos island; it is the product of volcanic activity and intense tectonic forces. Thanks to its pozzolanic properties, it can be used in the cement industry and the production of building materials.

LAVA pozzolane rock quality specifications are as follows:

Silicon dioxide SiO₂	60 - 70%
Aluminium Oxide Al₂O₃	12 - 15%
Ferric Oxide Fe₂O₃	2 - 6%
Calcium Oxide CaO	2 - 6%
Magnesium Oxide MgO	1 - 3%
Potassium Oxide K₂O	1 - 3%
Sodium Oxide Νa₂O	2 - 3%
Titanium dioxide TiΟ₂	0,2 - 0,6%
Calcination Loss 950^oC	6 - 10%

Its specific weight is 1.1 gr/cm³ and moisture content ranges from 14 to 22%.

Sustainable Construction

Sustainable construction aims at limiting buildings' environmental impact, improving at the same time quality when it comes to aesthetics, viability, resistance and durability. Sustainable construction techniques can be implemented throughout a building's life, from the selection of initial materials up to its demolition and material recycling.

Sustainable construction involves in particular:

Using recyclable materials aiming at preserving natural resources;
Integrating renewable energy sources into building designing;
Optimising renewable energy sources.