In the scenic town of Vordingborg, in Denmark, entrepreneur Peter Halkvist has launched a pioneering concrete and recycling business. By combining two waste streams, crushed ceramic tiles and asphalt, he creates sustainable concrete blocks, reducing both environmental impact and raw material costs. With the help of RE-CON AGG 100, aMapei admixture for concrete, Halkvist has optimized his production process, cutting down on water and cement usage while improving workability. This initiative exemplifies the growing trend toward circular systems in the construction industry, with a focus on sustainability.

Two final-year students from Halmstad University, Osama and Ahmad Alfara, conducted a study on the use of recycled aggregates in concrete, specifically those produced through the Re-Con Zero Dry Washing process. Their thesis analyzed key properties such as water absorption, density, and compressive strength of concrete made with these aggregates, derived from recycled concrete and truck washout slurry. The research contributes to the advancement of circular concrete production and emphasizes the importance of managing water absorption for optimal mix design.

At the 2024 edition of Marmomac Mapei presented innovative solutions for installing and grouting architectural stone paving, such as the MAPESTONE DRAIN drainage system and MAPESTONE JOINT GHOST and MAPESTONE JOINT GHOST PLUS silane-terminated resins, ideal for repair work. Also highlighted was the ULTRACARE range for the cleaning protection and maintenance of stone surfaces.