Building materials manufacturer SCG recently launched its Smartwood and Portland Cement at WORLDBEX 2017. The trade show, currently ongoing at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, features the latest trends and innovations for the construction and building sector. SCG showcased how an innovative and sustainable home can be both stylish and durable. SCG Smartwood, a fiber cement wood substitute offers a variety of designs and applications while extending the lifespan of a house for up to 30-50 years. SCG Portland Cement uses innovative technology to boost its compressive strength, increasing its resistance to everyday wear and tear. Both products contribute to the well-being of the environment: SCG Smartwood lessens the number of trees cut for lumber, planks, timber, and other wood products. The production of SCG Portland Cement involves the rehabilitation of its quarrying sites.“We have always envisioned an urbanized future for the world without damaging the environment,” said Phaskorn Buranawit, SCG Philippines country director.