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4/18/2025
Restoration of the Madonna della Stella Bridge: innovation and sustainability in the heart of Puglia
The restoration of the Madonna della Stella Bridge in Gravina in Puglia combined innovation and sustainability to preserve a historic symbol. The intervention included structural strengthening, masonry restoration with innovative materials, new…
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4/16/2025
Structural strengthening at Bluespace logistics centre
The Bluespace Fantoli logistics centre in Milan had to adapt its load-bearing structures to increased static loads. The MapeWrap C UNI-AX system was chosen to strengthen the load-bearing beams to improve their tensile and shear strength. The system…
Interviews
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4/4/2025
A FRCM solution for strengthening masonry at the Strathcona Music Building at McGill University
The Strathcona Music Building, part of McGill University, houses the Schulich School of Music and Pollack Hall. Due to the academic calendar, we were only able to operate the construction site from May to August , which resulted in a compressed and…
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4/2/2025
Renovating a bridge's legacy: strengthening its thousand stories
The project included the renovation and retrofitting of structural and seismic upgrading systems on Ponte Ciolo, repair of damaged concrete, construction of new sections in concrete, waterproofing of the deck and new coatings for the surfaces.
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12/15/2024
Strengthening an historic Victorian-era landmark
The Strathcona Music Building at McGill University underwent structural strengthening using advanced FRCM (fibre-reinforced cementitious matrix) systems. This structural strengthening project preserved the iconic Victorian-era landmark while…
Mapei around the World
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8/15/2024
Innovative solutions: Mapei's contribution to Slovenian building and renovation projects
Mapei d.o.o. has contributed to various construction and renovation projects across Slovenia: wellness centers, viaducts, shopping centers, residential complexes, and recreational parks. Supplying cutting-edge materials and technologies, Mapei…
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8/13/2024
An FRP system for long-lasting strengthening in the Rog Centre in Ljubljana
The redevelopment of the former Rog bicycle factory in Ljubljana has transformed it into a modern cultural hub, featuring a wide range of creative spaces. Mapei's FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymer) system played a crucial role in the structural…
Research & Development
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7/9/2024
Mapei seismic retrofitting systems for cutting-edge structural safety
Structural safety is a central theme in modern construction, with increasing attention being paid to the strengthening of existing buildings. Mapei offers advanced solutions such as the MapeWrap, Mapenet, Mapegrid G, Mapefix and Mapewall range of…
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Home Interiors Special
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6/8/2024
Total white look for a historic residence
Architect Giuliano Andrea dell’Uva refurbished a large apartment in Naples inspired by the Grand Tour, blending historic elegance with modern design. The renovation included applying new seamless resin floorings and wall coatings. The project…
Interviews
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6/10/2024
Structural strengthening with low environmental impact: CRM SYSTEM - MAPENET EMR
CRM System - Mapenet EMR Mapei represents a breakthrough in structural strengthening work on buildings that combines low impact on the environment with high performance. We talked about it with Giuseppe Melcangi, Mapei Corporate Product Manager for…
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Rapid Products
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4/30/2024
Kursaal Santalucia Theatre
Built in the 1920s, the Kursaal Santalucia Theatre was reopened in 2021 after years of closure thanks to restoration work. Mapei supplied products for structurally strengthening the building and installing wood floors
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Projects
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3/15/2024
Have faith in history: Notre Dame reconstructed to how it used to be
We spoke with Professor Carlo Blasi, Works Management consultant for the restoration work: project drawings by Eugène Violet Le-Duc and the construction works journal to bring the cathedral in Paris back to its original glory.
