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About the Company

• EnviroGLAS is a Texas based company who specializes in converting post-consumer and industrial bound for landfills into a sustainable glass terrazzo.

• In 2002 the city of Plano, Texas had an over abundance of crushed recycled glass so they mixed it with an apoxy resin.

• This flooring is now found in numerous buildings in Texas and is expanding quickly.

• Tim Whaley, the Principal of EnviroGLAS, estimates that the company has diverted close to one million pounds of glass from landfills in 2005.

• EnviroGLAS is a privately owned profitable company. • EnviroGlas received the Recycling Alliance of Texas’s 2003 “Closing the Loop

Program” award.

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Environmental Policy

• Operation of our facilities in an environmentally sound manner, minimizing consumption

and complying with or exceeding federal, state and local environmental standards.

• Conservation of energy and water by utilizing highly efficient machinery.

• Environmentally responsible waste disposal.

• Consideration of environmental costs, risks and impacts when making planning,

contracting, purchasing and operating decisions

• Education of customers and employees in the safe and environmentally sound handling of

EnviroGLAS Products, as well as in general environmental stewardship issues.

• Commitment to buy, sell and use environmentally friendly products.

• Leadership on regional environmental issues, working cooperatively with and contributing

to environmental organizations that promote global sustainability.

• A yearly review of the operation’s environmental impact.

They only use non-hazardous, non-carcinogenic, non-odorous, non

flammable materials.

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What’s So Special About EnviroGLAS?

• EnviroGLAS offers a variety of post-use recycled glass and

porcelain products for decorative and practical use. • EnviroGLAS terrazzo is low maintenance and is very durable. • EnviroGLAS recycles a waste product, reduces waste in

landfills, conserves natural resources, contributes to a healthy, safe indoor environment, saves energy and water, and can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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5 Main Types

• EnviroTRAZ

• EnviroSLAB

• EnviroPLANK

• EnviroSCAPE

• EnviroMODE

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EnviroTRAZ

• Meets all the concerns about cost-efficiency, maintenance, durability, aesthetics and health/safety issues.

• Brings terrazzo into the 21st century.

• Combines lightweight epoxy resin with multi-colored glass chips from discarded bottles, mirrors and plate windows. It is harder than traditional marble terrazzo.

• Ideal for long-term use.

• It will last the lifetime of the building (Typically up to 40 years without refinishing)

• It is one of the easiest floors to maintain. Glass has no porosity so a sealer is not required.

• EnviroTRAZ offers total color customization and endless design possibilities. When light hits the surface, each translucent glass piece shimmers.

• Maintenance is the most expensive factor in the finish of a floor. Because it requires very little maintenance it only costs are $1 per square foot.

• Cured EviroTRAZ is inert (not chemically active) so it offers excellent indoor air quality. • It is seamless because it is poured into place and no grout is involved, therefore mold and

mildew are not an issue.

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EnviroSLAB

• Suitable for any countertop or table

• Standard size is 27” x 84” x 1”

• Unique ountertop slabs are handmade with 100% recycled glass and porcelain.

• EnviroSLAB is a signiture coutertop that allows you to make an artistic and environmental statement.

• Highly resistant to common household stains.

• Heat and scratch resistant.

• Over one hundred existing designs to choose from or you can formulate your own. (choose the resin color, aggregate color and size for the mix, and then the finish)

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EnviroPLANK

• Standard size is 6” x 36” x 3/8”• Used for areas under 1500 square ft. • Handmade in Texas and can be shipped to any of the 50 states. • Heat and scratch resistant. • Same customization

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EnviroSCAPE

• Newest trend in decorative, eco-friendly, sustainable landscapign

• Recycled glass and porcelain aggregates come in a range of sizes and virtually no sharp edges.

• Texture of natural sand but is made from old glass bottles, mirrors, and windows.

• Glass mulch and porcelain help reduce weeds, moderate soil temperatures, and prevent soil from becoming compacted.

• Glass mulch does not absorb water like wood mulch, so the water goes straight to the plants, conserving water.

• Can also be used for aquariums, fish ponds, golf course sand traps, Beaches, and Construction dust control.

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EnviroMODE

• Porcelain terrazzo made from recycled toilets, tubs, and sinks. • Used for countertops and flooring.• Available in hundreds of colors. • The bone porcelain is mixed with colored or earth-tone resins. • Award winning product: Honored by the National Recycling Coalition with the

2006 Outstanding Market Development Award

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How They Are Green

• EnviroGLAS can contribute to 7 or more LEED points.• Made of recycled content. Over 40 billion glass bottles are made every year, and

75% of them end up in landfills. EnviroGLAS products are 75% recycled glass. • It conserves natural resources by utilizing glass instead of marble mined from

the earth. Glass is used from local recycling programs, cutting down on transportation and greenhouse gas emissions.

• It is seamless and safe for indoor environments. It does not stain, ship, or burn and is resistant to chemicals and bacterial growth. It requires no harsh chemicals to maintain. Cured EnviroGLAS is VOC-free so there is no indoor air quality issues.

• It saves energy and water. Cleaning only requires an dry mop and occasional buffing which saves water and energy. High-traffic areas can be cleaned with water. Waxing is not required which reduces waste and harsh chemicals.