OUR LOCATION
Pleasantville, New York
Our unfading La Bana Premium Slate is quarried in Spain from both above ground and below ground quarries. We own and operate our La Bana quarries in Spain and can produce and supply slate promptly no matter the size of the project. With this element of control and the stock of La Bana Premium Slate we keep in Dover Plains NY, we are able to meet any reasonable timeframe.
OUR LOCATION
Pleasantville, New York.
Our unfading La Bana Premium Slate is quarried in Spain from both above ground and below ground quarries. We own and operate our La Bana quarries in Spain and can produce and supply slate promptly no matter the size of the project. With this element of control and the stock of La Bana Premium Slate we keep in Dover NY, we are able to meet any reasonable timeframe.
OUR STORY
North American Slate is the American subsidiary of Rathscheck Schiefer located in Germany, owning and operating the Spanish La Bana quarries/company. As a German operated company with 250 years’ experience in the industry, we operate with the long tradition of strict quality standards and the highest selection possible. Rathscheck Schiefer has been selling in the United States for many years. With the addition of North American Slate and their employees experience in the slate industry Rathscheck continues the German tradition of providing the highest quality natural slate roofing.
OUR STORY
North American Slate is the American subsidiary of Rathscheck Schiefer located in Germany, owning and operating the Spanish La Bana quarries/company. As a German operated company with 300 years’ experience in the industry, we operate with the long tradition of strict quality standards and the highest selection possible. Rathscheck Schiefer has been selling in the United States for many years. With the addition of North American Slate and their employees experience in the slate industry Rathscheck continues the German tradition of providing the highest quality natural slate roofing.
STRICT QUALITY SELECTION
There are many components of the production process that all combine together to ensure the highest level of quality possible. The process begins with the selection of the quarry deposits, these deposits are extensively tested on a regular basis to make certain the best possible rock is coming out of the quarry and brought to our mills for processing. Blocks are then cut and split into roofing slate. With constant supervision and steady observation of this process the strict quality measures are upheld. Then when the slate is ready to be packed this involves a precise selection and sorting of every piece to make sure the slate is perfect. This allows the slate to be efficiently installed for the end user with the least amount of labor possible. Our slate is tested by independent testing institutions ensuring all of our slate meets the Grade A, S1 standards for roofing slate.
STRICT QUALITY SELECTION
There are many components of the production process that all combine together to ensure the highest level of quality possible. The process begins with the selection of the quarry deposits, these deposits are extensively tested on a regular basis to make certain the best possible rock is coming out of the quarry and brought to our mills for processing. Blocks are then cut and split into roofing slate. With constant supervision and steady observation of this process the strict quality measures are upheld. Then when the slate is ready to be packed this involves a precise selection and sorting of every piece to make sure the slate is perfect. This allows the slate to be efficiently installed for the end user with the least amount of labor possible. Our slate is tested by independent testing institutions ensuring all of our slate meets the Grade A, S1 standards for roofing slate.
QUARRY PROGRESSION
In our quarries the highest modern mining techniques are used. Here the La Bana Black Slate is not only mined underground in the large caverns but also from above ground quarries. The fully mechanical sawing extraction makes work easier for the miners both above and below ground. This form of sawing extraction allows for the careful handling of the precious rock which minimizes waste and maximizes the amount of stone that can be utilized. While one quarry maybe reaching the end of its lifespan, another quarry is being developed to ensure that it is ready to be opened simultaneously. Constant progression and development are a certainty, this is one of the most important elements of the quarrying process.
QUARRY PROGRESSION
In our quarries the highest modern mining techniques are used. Here the La Bana Black Slate is not only mined underground in the large caverns but also from above ground quarries. The fully mechanical sawing extraction makes work easier for the miners both above and below ground. This form of sawing extraction allows for the careful handling of the precious rock which minimizes waste and maximizes the amount of stone that can be utilized. While one quarry maybe reaching the end of its lifespan, another quarry is being developed to ensure that it is ready to be opened simultaneously. Constant progression and development are a certainty, this is one of the most important elements of the quarrying process.
