Aguilar Y Salas, S.A. Obtains the ISO-14001 Systems of Environmental Management Certificate

Barcelona, September 7, 2015 (Newswire.com) - Aguilar y Salas S.A, leader in design and construction of static process equipment for the chemical, Oil & Gas and fertilizers industries, announces that has obtained the ISO-14001 certificate awarded to companies that systematize the environmental aspects that develop in their factories, promoting environmental protection and reducing emissions.

"Obtaining this certification is another example of the commitment of the company Aguilar y Salas S.A. in environmental matters. It is vital for us to do our work within the legal margins, complying with the requirements to be environmentally friendly." Says Manuel Salas, CEO of Aguilar y Salas S.A.

The obtention of this certification allows Aguilar y Salas S.A, to optimize the management of resources, waste and also to act within the current legal framework, positioning as a socially responsible and environmentally friendly company. This is a key differentiator over other competitors, strengthening its image with customers and consumers. Economically, it maximizes the innovation and productivity by reducing waste management costs or insurance premiums, while export barriers are eliminated. In addition, the ISO-14001 certification gives a greater access to grants and other sources of funding.

The company recently announced its position as the Spanish leader manufacturer of heat exchangers for the petrochemical and gas industry sectors. Earlier this year, Aguilar y Salas, S.A, also obtained the OHSAS 18001 certification in relation to job security measures taken in its factories. All this issues have enabled the company to reach 30 million annual turnover with a very positive forecast for 2015.

About Aguilar y Salas S.A.

Aguilar y Salas S.A. is a leading company in the design and construction of equipment for the chemical industry, Oil & Gas and fertilizers. Since 1947, the company has developed its activity in Spain, being their export capacity the key of its success. More than 90 percent of their annual billing is sold worldwide. Recently the company has opened a new production unit in Recife (Brazil) with an investment of more than 22 million Euros. The company also has a production unit in Casablanca (Morocco).

Nowadays, Aguilar y Salas S.A employs more than 200 people and has a turnover of more than 35 million Euros.

More information: www.aguilarysalas.com