STONE VENEER MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY

ProVia uses nothing but the finest materials in our manufactured veneer stone, including superior shale aggregates, Portland cement and oxides to create a concrete-like mixture that will endure the rigors of extreme weather while imparting the beauty of natural stone. Instead of using cheap fillers, we employ the best quality aggregates and oxides to provide an authenticity that is unmatched in our industry. Each mixture of base material is designed and quality controlled for batch-to-batch consistency.

Our leading-edge processes and equipment ensure that every step in the stone veneer manufacturing process is optimized for aesthetics and consistency. A relentless pursuit of quality and excellence in products and services distinguishes ProVia from other stone manufacturers and helps us deliver real value to every customer, every day.

Deep shadow lines combined with authentic coloring produce dramatic effects in all our manufactured stone veneer profiles. Our stone veneer manufacturing process is capable of reproducing undercuts and subtle textures that result in a near-perfect replicate. To achieve this, we select natural stones from unique geographic regions for every master mold and use only raw pigments and oxides for rich color. Each ProVia manufactured stone – every profile, every palette – is colored by hand during production, ensuring that no two stones look exactly alike. The process is labor-intensive, but the results are worth it: natural-looking stone veneer with hues that last for years.

Our Enhanced coloring process combines artisan crafting with the state-of-the-art manufacturing processes that involve special molds and multiple stages of hand-layering rich pigments. Our Premium Enhanced coloring system further enhances the appearance of the manufactured stone veneer with the addition of hand-selecting individual stones to receive specialized color, creating a unique look you won’t find elsewhere.

One of the many advantages to using ProVia’s artfully crafted manufactured stone veneer vs. natural stone is that contractors can install it much quicker, which saves you exorbitant labor costs. Natural stone (and brick) installations are limited in the quantity of stone laid each day due to a need for it to “set-up.” Installed too quickly before setting, the stability of natural stone is compromised.

ProVia’s manufactured stone veneer can be installed more quickly than natural stone or brick, in part because the stones are manufactured with flat backs for easier installation.

ProVia is committed to exercising corporate environmental stewardship because it aligns with our Core Values of Integrity, Continuous Improvement and Sustainability. Every day, we strive to do our part to protect our natural resources by recycling, reusing materials where appropriate, and reducing pollution emissions.

Our stone veneer manufacturing processes reflect these efforts. In 2021, we completed installation of a 1.792 MW solar array, comprised of 4,480 solar panels, at our stone manufacturing facility. It is expected to reduce electrical power consumption by 60% and to prevent emission of 1,472 tons of CO2 annually. In addition to the solar array, our stone manufacturing plant employs two 9,000-gallon rainwater holding tanks and uses recycled water on the production line.