Isospam
Isospam is an innovative material used in modern construction, and its production in Manabí is closely linked to local development processes and productive value-chain linkages. This experience allows visitors to understand how industry connects with the territory, generating employment, knowledge transfer, and opportunities for local suppliers.
The tour offers a sense of learning and future-oriented growth, showing how industrial innovation can become part of Manabí’s productive identity and strengthen sustainable economic development.
Why visit this site?
● A clear example of productive innovation
● Strong linkages with local actors
● Insight into industrial processes
● Territorial development impact
● Technical and economic learning experience
Main attractions
● The Isospam production process
● Applications in construction
● Coordination with local suppliers
● Related entrepreneurship cases
● Stories from workers and technicians
Brief historical or cultural context
The introduction of Isospam in Manabí responds to the need to modernise the construction sector and diversify the productive matrix. Its development has enabled supplier networks, local employment, and technology transfer, becoming an example of productive linkages with strong territorial impact.
Experiences available
● Interpretive tour of the plant
● Observation of the production process
● Discussion session on productive linkages
● Technical educational experience
● Exchange with local stakeholders
Suggested visit duration
Half-day
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Vehicle access to industrial areas, with guided routes and clearly marked visitor areas.
Best time to visit
All year round
Location
● Canton: Pedernales, in the parish of Cojimíes
● Parish / Community: Industrial zone
● GPS coordinates: Manabí Province (reference)
⃣️How to get there
From Portoviejo or Manta, take the main roads to the industrial area. Access by private vehicle or institutional transport.
Sustainability / community focus
This experience highlights productive linkages as a tool for sustainable development, promoting local employment, alliances with territorial suppliers, and responsible practices that strengthen Manabí’s economy.