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 supplementary cementitious materials (SCM), and recycling. Ellis envisions Mapei’s RE-CON line as pivotal in reducing waste and driving innovation for a greener future.

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 recycled concrete aggregates while maintaining workability of concrete without losing compressive strength. The new product addresses the challenge of sustainability in concrete production, offering a promising solution for reducing environmental impact.

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 MotoGP. This interview highlights the advantages of using the innovative technology that Mapei has developed specifically for the world of motorsport.