Interviews
People from the industry talk about projects, good practices and... how our products have made a difference on building sites.
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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7/4/2024
Helping concrete producers reduce their carbon footprint and waste stream
Timothy Burke, Technical Sales Representative for Concrete Admixtures at Mapei Corporation, talks about current trends and challenges within the US concrete industry. He highlights the industry's shift towards more sustainable practices, the…
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7/1/2024
Customer awareness and competition drive the concrete industry towards sustainability
The Australian market strives to meet lower carbon dioxide emission objectives. Opportunities to service this particular sector will increase for companies like Mapei to develop and introduce products to enhance performance in concrete which contain…
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Home Interiors Special
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6/11/2024
The Tuscan villas: our new source of inspiration
The Tuscan villas inspired a home project in southern Brazil, designed to harmonize with the landscape and offer easy maintenance. Italian ceramic tiles were chosen for their large format and unique stone-like effect, aligning with the aesthetics of…
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Home Interiors Special
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6/12/2024
A complete offer, from installation to maintenance
The demand for wood flooring in the residential sector has surged due to its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Oak is the most popular choice, often installed using Mapei’s silylated polymer-based adhesives. Mapei also provides maintenance…
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Home Interiors Special
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6/12/2024
Contemporary art in a period context
The redevelopment of an apartment in Naples emphasizes color schemes, blending absolute white with vibrant hues inspired by Pompeii frescoes. The traditional layout is maintained. Mapei resin flooring was chosen for its monochrome base, enhancing…
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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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Home Interiors Special
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6/6/2024
The sustainable complexity of interiors
Professor Capitanucci explores recent trends in interior design, emphasising sustainability, flexibility and the fusion of modern technologies with historical aesthetics. She also addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on living spaces and…
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Home Interiors Special
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6/5/2024
Ultratop Loft System: elegance without boundaries
The Ultratop Loft System is a versatile and sophisticated covering system for floors and walls, ensuring the creation of seamless, durable, and easy-to-maintain surfaces. It aligns with the minimalist trend in contemporary homes, providing visual…
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Home Interiors Special
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6/5/2024
The sloping wall in the lounge: a real challenge
Designing a flat with a sloping wall in the living room involved several challenges. The solution was to build a stair-like structure against the sloping wall, which would serve multiple purposes such as storage, seating and kitchen. The choice of…
