Our trajectory and perspectives for the future…

The CCB – Ceramic Center of Brazil, created in 1993, is a private, non-profit entity, bringing together associated companies in the Brazilian ceramic sector, whose objectives are to develop and implement technical standards and certify the quality of ceramic products and systems management (ISO 9000 and ISO 14000), as well as acting as a technological entity in the construction sector.

As a Conformity Assessment Body (OAC) accredited by the General Accreditation Coordination of Inmetro, it actively works with manufacturers of Ceramics for Cladding, Tiles and Ceramic Blocks, and Concrete Tiles.

The CCB has a Center for Technological Innovation in Ceramics in Santa Gertrudes-SP, CITEC/CCB, of which LabCCB is part, which has laboratory infrastructure accredited by the General Accreditation Coordination of Inmetro, to carry out tests for certification. and product and process quality control. CITEC/CCB, as a technological entity, has been working on the research and development of ceramic products, mainly at the university-company interface and providing technical/technological advisory services, human resources training and technical assistance to ceramic industries, engineering and architecture, construction companies and resellers of construction materials. It also has a Product and Design Innovation Center.

In total, we have a highly qualified team, with more than 40 employees, made up of post-doctors, doctors, masters, specialists and technicians, who have allowed CCB to effectively contribute to the growth and strengthening of the Brazilian Ceramic Sector.

New times, new challenges.

New times, new challenges.

Since September 2015, CCB has moved to its own headquarters in Santa Gertrudes. With a total investment of approximately 4 million Reais, and with a built area of ​​1490 m2, in addition to the system and product certification area and the most complete testing laboratory for ceramic tiles for coating, the CCB headquarters also has Building Performance Laboratories for floors, walls and roofs, Laboratory for tiles and ceramic blocks, Laboratory for tiles and concrete blocks and Laboratory for adhesive and grouting mortars.

Currently, CCB also acts as EGT (Technical Management Entity) of the Sectoral Quality Programs (PSQ) for Ceramic Slabs and Prefabricated Slabs. Furthermore, it belongs to the Sibratec Network, which aims to support the technological development of Brazilian companies, as well as improving the quality of products placed on the domestic and foreign markets, through the Housing Building Performance Network.

Mission

Our commitment is to lead the Brazilian ceramic sector with technical excellence and environmental commitment. We constantly seek to develop and implement cutting-edge technical standards, certifying the quality of ceramic products and management systems in accordance with international standards ISO 9000 and ISO 14000. Furthermore, we assume the role of a reference technological entity in the civil construction sector, boosting the advancement and innovation throughout the production chain.

Vision

We envision a future where technical excellence and environmental sustainability are the fundamental pillars of the Brazilian ceramics sector. We seek to become the main national and international reference in standardization and certification of ceramic products, promoting competitiveness and consumer confidence. We aim to be recognized as a driving force for innovation and technological development, contributing significantly to the sustainable progress of the industry and society as a whole.

Values

At CCB we cultivate a culture based on solid values ​​that guide our actions and decisions:

    1. Technical Excellence: We are committed to the highest standards of quality and technical performance in all our activities, promoting continuous improvement and the search for excellence in each process.
    2. Environmental Sustainability: We are responsible for caring for the environment, adopting sustainable practices throughout our production chain and encouraging the preservation of natural resources for future generations.
    3. Integrity and Ethics: We base our commercial and institutional relationships on transparency, honesty and ethics, always respecting the laws, moral principles and the interests of our employees, partners and customers.
    4. Innovation and Development: We encourage creativity, experimentation and the search for innovative solutions, driving technological development and progress in the ceramics and construction industry.

Meet our team

A team of highly qualified professionals that contributes to the advancement of the ceramic sector in Brazil and the world!

Executive superintendence

  • Ana Paula Margarido Superintendent
  • Marcos Murilo Christofoletti Technical Advisor

Administrative

  • Dimas Sanchez Administrative Manager
  • Adriane Fernanda Zaro Finance department
  • Danielle Ceregatto Miranda Financial administrative assistant
  • Michele Lourenço Rossafa DP/HR consultant
  • Fernanda B. Castelo de Paula Coordenadora da Qualidade do CCB
  • Larissa Rebeka Fratucello Alves CCB Quality Coordinator
  • Jeane Silvestre Simão Administrative support
  • Roseli Rodrigues Querino Administrative support

Expertise & Technical Assistance

  • Claudia Gibertoni Technical Consultant

Design & Communication

  • Marcos Serafim Manager
  • Laís Carvalho Press Advisor

Certification

  • Marcelo Dias Caridade Manager
  • Jessica Marotti Coordinator
  • Alvaro Cardoso Junior
  • Edson Fernandes Pin
  • José Renato Pedronete
  • Kelvin P. de Souza Norberto
  • Maria Luana de Matos Souza

Auditors

  • Anderson Vieira Chaves
  • Marcelo Dias Caridade
  • Paulo Sérgio Gonçalves

Education

  • Claudia Gibertoni Manager
  • Marcos Serafim Technical coordinator
  • Leandro Mazzotti Instructor

PROVEP | CCB

  • Claudia Gibertoni

LABCCB

  • Júlio César de Carvalho Manager
  • Juliana Luiza de Souza Bonfim Laboratory Coordinator
  • Vilma D. Dias Neves Binotto Laboratory Coordinator
  • Gerson Gastaldi Civil Eng.
  • Ricardo de Oliveira Pires Filho Civil Eng.
  • Allan Cassio Assis Furtado
  • Gracieli de Jesus Rodrigues
  • Heloisa Cristina da Silva Barros
  • Jefferson da Costa
  • Kézia Soares Lino
  • Luana de Vargas Souza
  • Luiz Miguel da Silva
  • Lucas da Silva Beneducci
  • Marcelo Danezi Ramos
  • Milton Moreira de Aquino
  • Murilo H. Sthalberg Matos
  • Nicholas S. Carlevaro Vieira
  • Phane Luxana
  • Renata Mota Silva
  • Renato Augusto Godoy
  • Vinicius Zanfelice Raimundo
Higher Level Intern
  • Jéssica Maíse Silva
Apprentice
  • Mateus dos Santos Simão
  • Kevin de Sousa Oliveira
  • Vitória C. Brasiliano da Silva
PhD student
  • Gustavo Sipp UFSCAR Civil Engineer Orientador: Dr. Guilherme Parsekian

Dr. Guilherme ParsekianResearch projects & Technological innovation

  • Dra. Ana Paula Margarido Coordinator
  • Dra. Cibele Montibeller Research Fellow
  • Gabriela Helena Demarque Research Fellow
  • Leandro Mazzotti da Silva

Sustainability and VR | CCB

  • Marcelo Suster Manager
  • Leandro Mazzotti da Silva