Fornaci Zulian
A history of more than 120 years
Since 1896 tradition and sustainability
Fornaci Zulian is not just a lime manufacturer: it is the custodian of a centuries-old tradition and a pioneer of a new industrial era. A long history that has enabled Fornaci Zulian to specialize, expand its product range and create a widespread distribution network throughout Europe.
The company’s roots go back as far as the 18th century, when a small kiln owned by the Zulian family was mentioned on maps, marking the beginning of an enterprise destined to grow over time.
In 1896, the vision and boldness of Carlo Zulian and his brother Prosdocimo led to the founding of a company specializing in lime production. Initially, the kiln produced only 8 quintals per day, but thanks to their entrepreneurial spirit, the Zulian brothers quickly expanded production by adding a second kiln.
This moment marked the beginning of a journey of innovation and growth. The logo, which proudly depicts the two kiln chimneys, represents that initial determination to innovate and expand, a philosophy that still guides the company today.
Growth and
Commitment
The constant increase in market demand and the need to always guarantee a quality product and efficient service while respecting the environment and sustainability meant that in 2009 the main production plant was completely renovated. Today the site in Fontaniva, in the province of Padua, boasts a state-of-the-art, safe and efficient vertical kiln with a production capacity of 160,000 tons per year.
Strength of the Group
Dynamism, efficiency of the production system, quality of materials and products, ethics in dealing with partners and customers.
Dynamism, efficiency of the production system, quality of materials and products, ethics in dealing with partners and customers.
These are the founding values of Unicalce spa Group; they are the same values that have driven our business for more than 100 years. Therefore, we embrace them wholeheartedly, sharing the same vision.
We believe in collaboration and the importance of mutual enhancement, and we know that sharing and unity are strategic assets for us and for all companies that collaborate with the Group. Sharing primary assets such as R&D, such as management and quality control, or services such as IT or legal, create a significant competitive advantage and allow us to focus on our work and in our relationship with clients more effectively and productively.
DYNAMISM
EFFICIENCY
QUALITY
ETHICS
Guarantee of
Quality
To ensure the quality of all group companies, Unicalce has drawn up a program that has also become our way of working:
Staff qualification and motivation
our employees are the most valuable resource
Technologically advanced facilities
For continued growth and improvement
Timely analysis of raw materials
Selected and used with full respect for the environment
Assiduous control of production
To ensure excellent products with consistent performance
Computerization of business processes
From orders to delivery, simplification becomes efficiency
Guaranteed delivery time
Through the network of safe and reliable rail and road partners and carriers
