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People from the industry talk about projects, good practices and... how our products have made a difference on building sites.
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7/11/2025
Cutting edge technologies and tools for structural strengthening work on sports facilities
Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials are now among the most advanced solutions for the structural strengthening of existing buildings, such as sports facilities. Thanks to their light weight, tensile strength, and durability even in…

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7/9/2025
High expectations for a rapidly growing country
Mapei Malaysia, active since 1992, has emerged as a key player in the country's construction market through strategic investments in production, sustainability, and human resources. Contributing to the infrastructure, residential, healthcare, and…

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7/7/2025
A new generation of sports flooring
Mapei stands out as a leader in the field of products for sports flooring, driven by values such as innovation, sustainability, and high-quality. The company develops advanced solutions that ensure safety, high performance, and durability across all…

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7/4/2025
The evolution of Sopro between innovation, sustainability and training
Sopro, part of the Mapei Group since 2002, has achieved steady growth through innovation, sustainability, and strong customer focus. Despite challenges in the German construction sector, it has increased market share through technological leadership…

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7/3/2025
Waterproofing: the secret behind the durability of swimming pools
Waterproofing is a crucial and technically demanding step in building long-lasting swimming pools. Mapei provides a range of waterproofing solutions—including Mapelastic membranes, Planiseal 288, and Purtop Easy DW—adapted to different substrates…

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6/5/2025
Go with the wind: a new line of products for wind turbines
Mapei enters the wind energy sector with a line of innovative products for the construction and maintenance of on-shore wind turbines. Mapegrout WT-S and WT-H mortars with high resistance to dynamic loads enhance the durability and sustainability of…

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5/16/2025
EFCA: driving innovation in concrete admixtures across Europe
Alexis Tranchant, R&D Manager at Mapei France, was recently appointed Chairman of the EFCA Environmental Committee. He aims to foster harmonized environmental policies and support the concrete industry's path to carbon neutrality. His leadership…

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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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4/1/2025
Driving sustainability in the UK concrete industry: innovations, challenges, and the contribution of the RE-CON line
The UK concrete market is experiencing a pivotal shift towards sustainability, driven by emerging legislation and industry awareness. Mapei is positioning itself at the forefront of this transformation with innovative solutions like the RE-CON AGG…

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3/28/2025
Paving the way for a greener future: sustainable solutions for the UK concrete industry
Ian Ellis, a seasoned professional with long time experience in the concrete industry, discusses the growing emphasis on low-carbon concrete and sustainability in the UK. He highlights advancements in admixture technology, the increasing use of…

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3/28/2025
RE-CON AGG 90: an admixture for challenging aggregates in cold climates
Mapei AS R&D team has developed RE-CON AGG 90, an innovative water absorption inhibitor designed for challenging aggregates in Nordic climates. The researchers successfully demonstrated its potential to replace up to 50% of natural aggregates with…

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3/25/2025
Rapidity, colour and quality: this is how Mapei enters the motorsport world
For its rapid-filming and non-slip properties, Mapecoat TNS Race Track acrylic resin continues to be chosen by professional applicators to create run-off areas and protect kerbs on circuits hosting top-level competitions such as Formula 1 and…