Interviews
People from the industry talk about projects, good practices and... how our products have made a difference on building sites.
Chosen for You
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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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Rapid Products
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4/4/2024
High level of effectiveness, durability and sustainability
During the resurfacing of the kerbs and run-off areas at the Sepang International Circuit last autumn, the presence of Mapei experts on site was much appreciated, as it demonstrated the attention and focus given to the project. The Head of Track…
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Rapid Products
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4/3/2024
Plenty of advantages and support to applicators
Adrian Tew Zeng Guang shares his view about various aspects related to the application of MAPECOAT TNS acrylic colored coating proposed by Mapei in different projects, focusing on the challenges faced during works at the Sepang International Circuit.
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Rapid Products
Products
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4/2/2024
From natural stone to ceramic tiles: the aim is to be quick
Mapei rapid installation products for ceramic tiles and stone have a 35-year history. Initially developed to address issues with natural stone installations like deformation and staining, these products have since evolved significantly.
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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.
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2/28/2024
Mario Cucinella: "The Tower is a climate machine interacting with the environment"
The founder and President of Mario Cucinella Architects shares his views on the role of tall buildings in contemporary cities and describes the challenges encountered when designing the Unipol ower in Milan.
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Tall Buildings
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1/8/2024
Tall buildings: challenges to overcome between conversions and innovative technologies
Dario Trabucco, Professor at IUAV University of Venice, talks about cutting-edge trends and problems tied to changes in function of skyscrapers
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Tall Buildings
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1/8/2024
Taking care of the past using new materials
Bruno Finzi talks about the materials used for the restoration of Torre Velasca in Milan
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12/28/2023
The advantages of using Mapei poyurea-based waterproofing systems
Silta Ettan OY is a Finnish waterproofing contractor that regularly uses Mapei solutions to guarantee effective, high performance and long-lasting results.
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12/15/2023
Reliable products and technical support for a complex project
The waterproofing contractor explains the contribution offered by Mapei to the renovation project of the Syriah Courts of Justice in Kuala Lumpur
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12/14/2023
Hail-resistant external insulation systems
We are experiencing an increase in the frequency of extremely serious natural calamities, such as flooding, hail storms, fires and whirlwinds. Mapei thermal insulation systems can contribute to make homes more energy efficient reducing their energy…
Mapei around the World
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11/27/2023
Brand power on a changing market
Philip Breakspear, General Manager at Mapei UK, talks about the subsidiary’s latest targets and projects
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Concrete & Sustainability
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11/24/2023
RE-CON AGG for the concrete mixes used SS16 “Adriatic" trunk road
A concrete specialist working for one of the biggest Italian concrete manufacturers tells us about the advantages of using RE-CON AGG 200 to enhance the concrete performances
