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Projects
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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…
Mapei around the World
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8/12/2024
From pioneers for installing tiles to solution providers of a complete range
Robert Požar, General Manager of Mapei d.o.o., tells us of the growth of the Slovenian subsidiary with new offices and a warehouse near Ljubljana. He highlights the company’s targets in different building sectors and their commitment to training and…
Interviews
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8/9/2024
When quality is an aid to experience
In the installation sector, the most common requests involve adhering to specifications despite challenges with materials and schedules. At the Abi d’Oru Hotel, Mapei products were crucial for meeting five-star standards, ensuring high-quality and…
Interviews
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8/8/2024
High quality flooring in growing demand
Due to their renowned experience, Preising Fußböden are involved in installation works in many prestigious hotel projects. As for the Atlantic Hotel in Münster, they made the most of their expertise to manage complex installation challenges and…
Projects
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8/7/2024
Installation of wood and resilient flooring in the name of sustainability in the Atlantic Hotel
The Atlantic Hotel in Münster, Germany, showcases elegant herringbone parquet, textile and vinyl floorings, all installed with Mapei innovative sustainable materials. This project, recognized for its excellence, reflects the owner's commitment to…
Projects
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8/6/2024
Sardinian culture and luxury feel for the Abi d'Oru hotel
The Abi d’Oru Hotel, a symbol of luxury tourism in Sardinia since 1963, underwent extensive renovations from 2018 to 2023. The updates included new spa facilities, suites, and sustainable practices. Mapei materials played a key role in upgrading the…
Projects
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7/25/2024
A highly colourful rectangle to play basketball in the square city
In Mannheim, a city renowned for its chessboard structure and economic importance, an area along the Neckar river was transformed into a multifunctional sports space. This redevelopment hosted the Red Bull Half Court 2022 international basketball…
Social responsability
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7/25/2024
Abdoukhadre Kebe mosque in Kaolack, Senegal
The Abdoukhadre Kebe Mosque, located on the outskirts of the city of Kaolack in Senegal, was designed in the 1980’s, but in recent years had started showing signs of deterioration. Mountaga Aidara Kebe, nephew of Abdoukhadre Kebe and an employee of…
The expert's opinion
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7/10/2024
Sustainable concrete: the advantages of admixtures for mixes with supplementary cementitious materials (SMCs)
With admixtures of the MAPECUBE line, it is possible to reduce the dosage of clinker and increase the amount of Supplementary Cementitious Materials, or SCMs, in the concrete mixes to produce low carbon concrete (LCC), with performance equivalent to…
Interviews
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7/10/2024
Circular economy in the concrete industry is the ultimate goal
Bryan Smith and Drew Bullock, Mapei Corporation's sales managers with extensive experience in the concrete industry, talk about current trends in the US concrete industry, heading towards sustainability and innovation.
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…
Interviews
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7/4/2024
Concrete must improve its environmental performance to maintain its leadership
Drawing on his 28-year long experience in the concrete industry, Patrick Montagne highlights the need to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete, as well as the impact of the RE 2020 environmental regulation in France and the contribution of the…
