Veragouth e Xilema
Via Industrie 24, 6930 Bedano
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Veragouth e Xilema è la definizione attuale di un’azienda protagonista in Ticino da quasi un secolo nel settore della falegnameria e carpenteria edile.

17.10.24

Laura Colombo

Real Estate Developer

23.8.24

Resale: doors and windows

Fenestration for every specific requirement

22.8.24

A half-century journey in Veragouth and Xilema

Conversation with Mario Vanini

12.8.24

Paul Liposchi

Optimising production processes to enhance efficiency

12.8.24

Avart Men

The new concept store in the heart of Lugano

5.6.24

Paolo Calzana

Facing complex negotiations between new materials and regulations

20.5.24

Dylan Arena

An apprentice's experience at Veragouth and Xilema

10.5.24

Hawa: inhabit your dream

6,358 m2 park, 1,785 m2 forest, 2 architectures, 15 flats

1.5.24

The New Porsche Center in Pambio Noranco

The Strength of Wood Between Speed and Precision

1.2.24

Internship life

An interview from Jura with our Paul

25.1.24

Prospettiva 1042

Meeting at the factory

1.12.23

Where your talent finds a home

Grow with us, build your future

1.12.23

Hockey Club Ambrì Piotta Stadium

Mario Botta's new project for the territory

29.11.23

27° International Holzbau Forum

Innovation and sustainability, our journey

29.11.23

Pazola at Andermatt

The elegant new building in the heart of the Alps

12.10.23

Girondella, between contemporaneity and memory

Video interview with architect Mario Cucinella

12.10.23

School gyms in Gordola and Bellinzona

Large wooden exoskeletons as a paradigm of flexibility

11.7.23

Apprenticeship target

Consolidate a community with the power of ideas

11.7.23

Tomorrow's climate

The project "Guidelines for Building South of the Alps"

11.7.23

For an ecosystem of doing together

Discover the new Inedit platform

5.5.23

A new exclusive finish

Milan Design Week 2023

11.4.23

Veragouth and Xilema for Studiopepe: Omphalos, Campo Base

Milan Design Week 2023

20.12.22

The beech

A solid guardian

8.9.22

How our technical department works

From drawing to quality finished work. In between, the knowledge of those with direct experience of wood.

23.3.22

Avart boutique

The new multi-brand shopping experience by Studiopepe

23.3.22

Reka. Swiss Travel Fund Cooperative

Innovation and comfort in your next holiday

23.3.22

Prefabricated modular bathrooms

The challenge for an optimal and certified solution

23.3.22

Lugano municipal master plan

An installation for the future of our city

30.9.21

Team Veragouth and Xilema

25 professionals including engineers, architects, designers and draughtsman, 4 sector directors and over 70 specialised workers

23.3.22

The Walnut

Or the tree of Jupiter

25.6.21

Our partners

For a 360° high-quality service

14.2.21

Veragouth and Xilema adopts Minergie

The top choice in terms of environmental sustainability

13.2.21

Oak

The main wood in carpentry

9.2.21

Simone Cavadini

Still life for Veragouth and Xilema

8.2.21

A pavilion in green surroundings

Casa al boschetto

6.2.21

Custom-made joinery

Quality recognized at first glance

2.2.21

Inserts custom-made and the warm oak wood colour

Casa alle vigne

15.1.21

Veragouth and Xilema, industrial partners in research projects

Responsibility for the future

25.10.20

New agronomic research station

Agroscope

20.10.20

Large coplanar windows, the choice of Swiss technology

Casa agli Orti

5.6.24

Paolo Calzana

Facing complex negotiations between new materials and regulations

What is your role within the company? Can you describe it in detail?

I am a quotation calculator in the company, with additional project manager experience. I am dedicated to creating detailed quotations, essential tools for our sales team during negotiations with customers, and guiding them through complex commercial negotiations.

Over the years, have you perceived an evolution in your position or how you operate? How would you describe this change?

Over the years, our work has been profoundly influenced by the introduction of new materials, regulations, and protocols. Now our approach is no longer limited to assessing the feasibility and profitability of a project but considers all aspects that influence the development of a work so that designers can access the resources they need to overcome the challenges they encounter.

How do you think your role has contributed to the company's growth?

Coming from a previous experience in a competitor company, I brought with me new perspectives that enriched the fabric of our company. This fusion of past experiences and new opportunities at Veragouth and Xilema has allowed me to contribute significantly to the development and growth of the company.

What has been the most rewarding moment you have experienced in your work so far?

Representing a company with a long history and working on projects of great importance to the area has been an incredible experience. These projects not only define the industry construction future but also allow me to leave a lasting impression through my work.

Was there a project that you were particularly passionate about? Why?

Yes, we recently worked on a major project of international significance in the Locarno region, involving several partners. It involved a historical complex, which was subject to numerous restrictions by the cultural heritage office. These restrictions made the project complex but very stimulating, allowing me to navigate through enriching challenges.

What skills have you developed working here that you consider most valuable?

Working in Veragouth and Xilema, a structure that combines carpentry, joinery, and Vfcomm (supplier list), I have learned to integrate and enhance different skills. This multi-purpose approach has allowed me to have a complete vision of each project, understanding that success does not only come from the supply of specific products but also from the harmony and synergy of collective skills.

What challenges do you foresee in the long run of your career path?

The future challenges me to develop new synergies with both historical and new suppliers to adapt to the market’s changing needs. The goal is to implement innovative solutions that confirm us as an industry leader and to explore new market segments for sustainable and proactive growth.

If you had to describe your experience in the company as a journey, what would be the main stages and why?

My journey in the company has been full of energy and innovation, and each stage has contributed significantly to my personal and professional growth. I have had the opportunity to deeply impact company protocols and strengthen interpersonal relationships, creating a solid and dynamic environment for whoever comes after me. As I approach the next stage of my life, retirement, I feel proud to have actively contributed to the growth of this company.

If you had to choose one song representing your journey in the company so far, what would it be and why?

Two songs perfectly describe the daily challenges: ‘Highway to Hell’ by AC/DC, which reflects the struggle in a highly competitive market, and ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’ by Bobby McFerrin, which represents the need to maintain a positive and collaborative outlook to overcome obstacles and promote development.

1-Paolo Calzana

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