GRANITEPRODUCTSCONTACTSCATALOG DOWNLOAD WE ARE COMMITED TO A HIGH QUALITY SERVICE Granite is Natural and Nature is Eternal SPM, which stands for Sociedade das Pedreiras do Marco, was founded in 1967 and operates in the extraction, transformation and commercialization of granite as an ornamental rock. WATCH THE VIDEO HIGH QUALITY PRODUCTS Our granite has high rate of hardness and great resistance to the weather conditions, compression and pollution, which makes it the perfect solution to a huge plurality of uses. WIDE RANGE OF PRODUCTS The different attributes of the extracted raw material and its superior quality, together with a continuous effort to improve the process of their transformation, allow a final product with distinctive characteristics. FAST & EFFICIENT SERVICE The competence we place in the negotiation and the strict compliance with all commercial agreements, have been contributing decisively to the growing acceptance of our brand in high demand markets. MARKETS WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION Over the years more than 80% of the transactions have been directed to the external market, with 70% of total sales representing the community’s market (Germany, Belgium, Denmark, France, Ireland, Sweden and the Netherlands) and other markets approximately 10% (Norway and Switzerland). OUR APPROACH SOCIAL RESPONSABILITY We have a social commitment to the company as a whole and to the community in which it’s inserted, resulting from a set of principles and values of a corporate responsibility recognized, followed and adopted by all its collaborators. QUARRY CAVADINHA Located in Alpendorada, Marco de Canaveses, with an area of about 12 ha. With great efficiency, high production rate and great rated quality parameters, the quarry is supported by equipment suitable for the production of cubes, rough kerbs, sawn profiles and crushed material. QUARRY LAGES Located in Vila Boa do Bispo, Marco de Canaveses, with an extension of 4 ha. In this quarry are extracted light grey granite blocks, with fine granulometry, later transformed into a great range of products, cleaved or sawn. Its high quality standards allows to respond to the needs of the most demanding works. QUARRY ROSÉM Located in Avessadas, Marco de Canaveses, with an area of approximately 10 ha. In this quarry are extracted yellow granite blocks, with medium grain, later transformed into several sawn and cleaved products, destined to specific markets, given its properties and color. QUARRY MONTE DO FOJO Also known as Roriz Quarry, it’s located in the Paços de Ferreira county, with an area of nearly 22 ha. The excepcional quality of its granite, combined with a balanced and responsible exploration makes this quarry one of the bests of its genre. OUR PRODUCTS Due to its composition, granite has high rate of hardness and great resistance to the weather conditions, compression and pollution, which, along with its natural beauty, makes it the perfect solution to a huge plurality of uses. Since the earliest times, granite has been used a little all over the world in civil construction, public works and decoration of interior and exterior spaces. Thanks to these characteristics, granite has increased its expression in the exterior architecture, namely in buildings, in great historical centers and in pedestrian leisure zones. FINE PICKED It has an anti-slip effect and is especially suitable for external floors. It has a rough surface but flat enought to be used in pavements. FLAMED Achieved by exposing the stone to high temperatures, it is indicated to the outside when there is a need for anti-slip properties. SAWN Obtained through the cut with diamond saw blades, it has flat characteristics that are suitable for paving or wall covering. It is a suitable finish for large areas that re- quire pedestrian comfort. CLEAVED It has a naturally rough and irregular appearance obtained through wedges and chisels or hydraulic presses with wedges POLISHED It has a smooth, glossy appearance that highlights the color of the materials and their intrinsic characteristics. It enhances the refinement and reveals the natural beauty of the stone. SAND BLASTED The anti-slip and semi-rough features give it an irregular effect on the touch, allowing the color to appear on the material. SEND US A MESSAGE. By submitting any content through this form you are agreeing to the SPM Privacy Policy. I am not a robot SPM - SOCIEDADE DAS PEDREIRAS DO MARCO SPM is ISO EN 9001:2015 certified. CATALOG DOWNLOAD CONTACTS Rua da Serrinha, 1375, 4575-049 Alpendorada, Várzea e Torrão Portugal +351 255 619 235 +351 255 619 236 geral@spmlda.pt NEWSLETTER Your email activity will be tracked. You can unsubscribe at any time. Privacy Policy / Cookie Preferences Copyright © 2019 SPM - Sociedade das Pedreiras do Marco. All rights reserved. Made by