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Company presentation 2021
Contents 01 IVC Group 02 Part of Mohawk Industries 03 Driven by sustainability & wellbeing
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01 IVC Group
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Founded in 1997, IVC Group is Europe’s leading manufacturer of luxury vinyl tiles (LVT), cushion vinyl (CV) and carpet tiles.
IVC Group
HISTORY
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Avelgem, BE
Established in 1997, IVC Group starts the production of cushion vinyl flooring and develops quickly into an independent powerhouse of flooring solutions.
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Dalton, US
We’ve grown into Western Europe’s market leader in residential cushion vinyl flooring. With our brand new distribution centre in Dalton, US, and a dedicated US office, we serve the North American markets directly.
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Wiltz, LU
In need of spare capacity, we take over a cushion vinyl production site in Wiltz, Luxembourg.
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Dalton, GA
IVC US opens the largest and most ecoefficient production plant in Dalton, Georgia, for the production of cushion vinyl. Its emission levels are 250% lower than the industry norm.
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Avelgem, BE Launch of the first fully automated LVT factory in the EU. The plant in Avelgem, Belgium, starts its successful on-site waste recycling programme. A new recycling unit processes vinyl waste into new resources. With this investment, IVC Group extends the product porfolio with LVT and introduces the brand Moduleo.
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2014 Three wind turbines power our industrial installations in Avelgem. This inexhaustible source of energy supplies over a third of the yearly energy consumption of our factories. The opening of a 20.000 pallet high bay warehouse for LVT guarantees good stock levels & a reliable service.
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IVG Group
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Wielsbeke, BE We open our second european LVT factory and recycling unit in Wielsbeke, Belgium. We build the first LVT factory in Dalton, US. IVC Group becomes part of Mohawk Industries, the world’s market leader in flooring. IVC Group thereby becomes the sister company of Unilin.
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Avelgem, BE
We expand our site in Avelgem with a third and largest LVT factory in EU, state-of-theart, making full use of the capacity of our wind turbines. It is also provided with its own recycling unit.
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Moeskroen, BE
In Moeskroen, IVC Group’s first carpet tile production plant becomes operational. We build a second LVT factory in Dalton, US. This makes us the largest LVT producer worldwide, with in total five highly advanced LVT factories. 14
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Orel, RU
IVC Group opens a new state-of-the-art production plant for cushion vinyl in Orel, Russia, the world’s largest vinyl market.
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Waregem, BE We establish our Flooring Development Centre in Waregem, Belgium. The iconic building was renovated to meet the latest energy standards. It’s also the new home for IVC’s commercial, marketing and design departments, addressing the need for a coworking space where our people, customers and suppliers can comfortably discuss and work on projects. The IVC commercial brand is founded. All flooring solutions for the contract market are brought together in this strong branded proposition
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IVC Group
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Avelgem, BE
IVC Group in Avelgem, Belgium, is the Vinyl Technology Centre for all vinyl flooring of Mohawk Industries across the globe.
Conversion of our IVC Group Avelgem headquarters to include the global Vinyl Technology Centre for Mohawk Industries.
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IVC Group is characterised by a strong growth strategy and smart investment policy. We have invested strongly in our national and international business park. This way, we have built no less than 8 plants on 3 continents in 10 years’ time. The continued investments reinforce the position of IVC Group within the Mohawk group.
Jan Vergote, CEO IVC Group
Our mission We bring the benefits of fashionable, affordable and hardworking flooring to as many people as possible as easily as possible, making life easier and more rewarding for our customers, end-users and our employees. We do so sustainably, reliably and accountably.
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IVC Group
FACTS & STATS
OVER 1,800 MEMBERS in the IVC family Capacity of over 180 million m2 of flooring per yea r
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The greater part of IVC’s flooring s olutions is
100% RECYCLABLE
We’re hopeful to fully clos e the loop by 2040
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production units in Belgium, Luxembourg, Russia and US
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million m stock
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WE HAVE THE PEOPLE TO SERVE YOUR NEEDS 180 0
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People who walk, play, dance and live on our floors: they are our key drivers. For them, we go the extra mile. Every day.
IVC Group WORLDWIDE
Russia
US
Showrooms Offices Production units Warehouses Distribution units
UK Belgium Luxembourg
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Germany
IVC Group
US
WESTERN EUROPE
Carpet and Rugs LVT/Cushion Vinyl Ceramic Countertops Laminate
WORLDWIDE
RUSSIA
Ceramic LVT/Cushion Vinyl Laminate Carpet Tile
Ceramic Laminate Cushion Vinyl
CANADA Ceramic Rugs and Mats Dist.
Russia
US
Showrooms
MALAYSIA
Offices Production units Warehouses Distribution units
BRAZIL Laminate Ceramic
INDIA UK Belgium Luxembourg
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Wood
Wood Laminate (JV)
EASTERN EUROPE
NEW ZEALAND
Ceramic Wood
Germany
AUSTRALIA
Carpet Hard Surface Dist. Ceramic
Carpet Hard surface Dist. Ceramic
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US
WESTERN EUROPE
Carpet and Rugs LVT/Cushion Vinyl Ceramic Countertops Laminate
WORLDWIDE
RUSSIA
Ceramic LVT/Cushion Vinyl Laminate Carpet Tile
Ceramic Laminate Cushion Vinyl
CANADA Ceramic Rugs and Mats Dist.
Russia
US
Being a part of Mohawk Industries broadens IVC Group’s global reach – bringing us closer to you, wherever you go. 25
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MALAYSIA BRAZIL
Laminate (JV) Ceramic
INDIA UK Belgium Luxembourg
Wood
Wood Laminate (JV)
EASTERN EUROPE
NEW ZEALAND
Ceramic Wood
Germany
AUSTRALIA
Carpet Hard Surface Dist. Ceramic
Carpet Hard surface Dist. Ceramic
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FACTS & FIGURES 2020 Russia 15%
Rest of the world 23%
Commercial 31%
WHERE WE SELL
Europe 62% 26
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WHO WE SELL TO
Residential 69%
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OUR PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
RESIDENTIAL
Tradebrands
Carpet tiles
Luxury vinyl tiles
Heterogeneous vinyl
Accessories
Residential Luxury vinyl tiles
Luxury vinyl tiles & cus hion vinyl
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Residential accessories
Residential cushion vinyl (GBR & BE only)
Res idential cus hion vinyl (Rus s ia only)
IVC COMMERCIAL IVC Commercial is a global player in the design and manufacture of flooring solutions including luxury vinyl tiles (LVT), carpet tiles and heterogeneous vinyl for use in business, public and private environments. improves the productivity of businesses and the wellbeing of users in spaces innovative and affordable solutions easy to implement designed and made responsibly in Belgium
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MODULEO Moduleo provides a fresh approach to the luxury vinyl flooring market. With a diverse range of durable and stylish products, our Moduleo offer wants to empower and inspire people to create a home where they enjoy every living space. practical and sustainable solution great design, comfort and durability ideal for any modern living space Planks & tiles available in a traditional dryback installation and an easy-to-install click technology system, flex & rigid
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LEOLINE Leoline’s cushion vinyl rolls are the right choice for on-trend spaces with a comfortable feel. Delivering faithful recreations of nature’s wonderful timeless organic patterns and textures, Leoline adds a unique touch to any interior. the go-to vinyl solution provides warmth and noise reduction affordable, contemporary, trendy designs easy-care surface
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XTRAFLOOR Xtrafloor offers a wide range of flooring accessories. We provide a comprehensive solution to all your installation, finishing and maintenance needs. installation tools & maintenance products the right underlay for your flooring high-quality skirting boards durable profiles
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Some of our publications
IVC Sustainability White paper
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Article in Mark Magazine
Award-winning design For all our products, we strive towards the best quality in the most pleasing design. In recent years, IVC Group has won multiple awards recognising our product excellence and outstanding design. LayRed 55 Our engineered click vinyl solution won the Red Dot Award, the German Design Award and the Iconic Design Award.
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02 Part of Mohawk Industries
Mohawk Industries Since 2015, IVC Group is part of Mohawk Industries, the world’s market leader in all things flooring, with a heritage of craftmanship that spans more than 130 years.
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Mohawk Industries FACTS & FIGURES 2019
Mohawk Industries offers the largest selection of flooring in the industry.
$10 Billion
1st
in global sales
world largest flooring company
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acquisitions Since 1992
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170+
countries with sales and operations
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41,800+
associates worldwide
2,500+
flooring products
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countries with manufacturing facilities
25,000+
customers worldwide
Mohawk Industries
PRODUCTS
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Carpet & carpet tiles
Rugs
Ceramic tiles
Laminate
Cushion vinyl & LVT
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Mohawk Industries
INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS
WESTERN EUROPE
RUSSIA
Ceramic LVT/Cushion Vinyl Laminate Carpet Tile
Ceramic Laminate Cushion Vinyl
CANADA Ceramic Rugs and Mats Dist.
US
Carpet and Rugs LVT/Cushion Vinyl Ceramic Countertops Laminate
MALAYSIA INDIA
BRAZIL Laminate Ceramic
EASTERN EUROPE
NEW ZEALAND
Ceramic Wood
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Wood
Wood Laminate (JV)
Carpet Hard surface Dist. Ceramic
Mohawk Industries
BUSINESS UNITS
Global Ceramic
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Flooring North America
Flooring rest of the world
Mohawk Industries
TURNOVER 2019
Flooring North America 39%
Global Ceramic 36%
Flooring rest of the world 25% 40
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03 Driven by sustainable & wellbeing
Wellbeing
OUR END USERS IVC Group believes it’s essential to create products with the future in mind. Responsible enterprising values are our main priority. Like quality and performance, the end user’s needs and wellbeing are a cornerstone of our innovation efforts. While producing our flooring solutions, we want to make sure that our products support the wellbeing, health & safety of the people who use them. That’s why we not only pay attention to the uniqueness of our designs, but just as much to installation comfort and the soft underfoot feeling and the silent acoustics that evidently characterises our flooring solutions.
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Optimised acoustic properties
Wellbeing
OUR INNOVATION POLICY FOCUSES ON 3 PILLARS
Efficient use of resources life cycle assessment resource efficiency carbon footprint recyclability circularity 43
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Increasing performance scratch & stain resistance ease of installation stability fire safety heat insulation
Promoting wellbeing design acoustics indoor air quality maintenance slip properties
Responsible use of natural materials When making flooring solutions, we rely on natural resources as much as possible to reduce the environmental impact of our manufacturing processes. From wind to water, from sun to air: we make every effort to find the most sustainable way to use them.
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Responsible use of natural materials
3 turbines at Avelgem wind farm 11,000 MWh of renewable electricity every year
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Responsible use of natural materials
river water as a secondary coolant for our Avelgem plant 30% energy efficiency uplift in the production of LVT and Heterogeneous Vinyl floors 40% reduction in process water use between 2010 and 2019
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Responsible use of natural materials
solar panels at IVC Flooring Development Centre & IVC US 40% of the FLDC’s total energy requirement
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Responsible use of natural materials
free cooling, perfectly safe for the ozone layer no need for heat exchangers or other gadgets 40% more energy saving than mechanical cooling
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Recycled materials Since 1997, IVC Group has been recycling vinyl waste generated in the manufacture of products. We re-use vinyl scraps and surplus vinyl paste in the production of LVT and Heterogenous Vinyl. Recycled content 35% to 50% of our LVT floors are made from recycled PVC IVC carpet tiles feature high-performance yarns with up to 40% recycled polyamide content
Carpet tile recovery ReCover programme takes old carpet tiles out of the waste stream
Wastewater used for cleaning during printing processes we collect, process, purify and recycle the water without any exposure or risk to the outside environment
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Green fact Each year IVC reclaims on average 20,000 tons of vinyl material in each recycling plant, resulting in approximately 100,000 tons of recycled vinyl material going back into the loop.
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Our green efforts certified
Energy efficiency
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Air quality
Green building
Our journey to 2040
Through the combination of a sustainable approach and advanced product innovation, we strive to be an industry leader in eco-friendly flooring. Alongside the actions we’ve already taken to reduce our environmental impact, the IVC Journey 2040 is made of bold targets for the production of carpet tiles, LVT and heterogeneous vinyl that will help us to achieve a better future. We also know that true sustainability is not just how we make products and so we are setting key goals for our cultural and ethical development. 52
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“The first and main focus of our strategy is achieving zero impact in the full value chain.”
5 long-term targets Zero impact in the full value chain elimination of waste no harmful emissions 100% renewable energy in processes and transport
100% circularity re-designing products use of new and reusable materials and renewable sources 100% closed loop
Innovations leadership exploring new technologies and materials development for smart solutions, contributing to the quality of life open to diverse knowledge network for collaboration with suppliers, customers, institutions
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The easiest company to do business with from product to service best quality and certified sustainable products explore new competitive business models
Awareness and engagement engage and inspire those we do business with training and developing talents local communities involvement
More info? More info? Consult our website or let our team guide you!
WWW.IVCGROUP.COM
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I VIVC C GGROUP, R O U P, FFOUNDATIONS O U N D AT I O N S FOR F O R THE T H EFUTURE. FUTURE
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