Pablo Villalain, CEO of S&S
From the heart of rural Spain, an industrial start-up is seeking to revolutionise safety in the stone and surface industry with an innovative solution to prevent silicosis, one of the most serious occupational diseases of the 21st century. S&S, a company founded by Pablo Villalain and Pablo Santos, has developed a pioneering certification standard that guarantees safer working environments and marks a turning point in the sector. With the backing of the sector's main associations and companies, its innovative approach not only raises safety standards, but also positions Spain as a global benchmark in industrial transformation.
At a time when occupational health is at the centre of the global debate, S&S certification is becoming even more relevant. Silicosis has once again made headlines following the ban on certain materials in Australia and million-dollar lawsuits in the United States and Europe. In this context, H&S certification is emerging as a new standard that aims to transform the way companies manage safety in their operations. The vision of H&S is clear: to modernise and professionalise the building materials industry, combining innovation, technology and safety. Its certification standard offers manufacturers, suppliers and marble workshops a key tool for raising protection levels in the sector.
‘We have always believed that innovation in the industrial sector is key to its evolution. With this certification, we want to provide a concrete and effective solution that guarantees safer and more efficient work environments,’ said Pablo Villalain, CEO of S&S.
Technology and certification: the future of the industry
The S&S approach is based on a unique methodology that allows for the precise and objective verification of safety in the transformation of materials such as quartz, granite and agglomerated stone. Its certification not only facilitates adaptation to the strictest regulations, but also helps companies protect their workers, reduce operational risks and strengthen their reputation in an increasingly demanding market.
The project already has the backing of key associations and experts in the sector, consolidating its path towards recognition as a new standard of reference for the industry.
Redefining safety standards
S&S is not just an industrial start-up; it is a symbol of the new generation of companies that are redefining safety and efficiency standards in industry. With its pioneering approach, its commitment to occupational health and its firm commitment to innovation, the company is laying the foundations for a safer and more competitive future at a global level.
Its certification not only represents a step forward in safety, but also an opportunity for companies to stay ahead of regulations, minimise risks and reinforce their leadership in the sector. Because in a world where safety is no longer optional, S&S is leading the way into a new era in the stone and construction materials industry.
The birth of S&S is no coincidence. One of its founders, Pablo Villalain, comes from a family with more than 50 years of experience in the stone industry, which has allowed him to witness first-hand the impact of deficiencies in occupational safety. ‘From a very young age I have seen how this problem has affected many people. I have spoken to workers who have lost their health due to a lack of effective measures and to companies that are looking for real solutions without finding them. All this prompted me to create something that not only helps companies comply with regulations, but also really protects workers,’ explains Villalain.
An Industrial Entrepreneurship Model from the Heart of Spain
From Palencia, S&S has become an example of how industrial innovation can emerge from anywhere in the country, driving the growth of traditional sectors with advanced technological solutions.
‘Spain has enormous potential in the field of industrial entrepreneurship, and we want to contribute to its development from Palencia,’ says Pablo Santos, co-founder of S&S.
This business model demonstrates that the Spain that has been hollowed out can also be an epicentre of innovation, creating projects with a global impact and attracting talent and investment to areas with great industrial potential.
The Future of Industrial Security Starts in Spain
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