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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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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7/18/2022
Research at the service of major infrastructures
How a concrete repair product is created in the laboratory
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Concrete Repair
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7/13/2022
From preliminary survey to site assistance
Giulio Morandini discusses the Mapei product portfolio for the building sector.
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5/25/2022
The importance of breaking the mould
Landscape architect Andreas Kipar: in recent years the way we think about cities has changed radically
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Restoration
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3/28/2022
That mix of “old” materials, technology and sustainability
From Mapei, guidance to identify the most suitable products and systems for refurbishing and restoring historic buildings.
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3/24/2022
30 years of Polyglass USA : new plants and new markets
30 years of Polyglass USA: new plants and new markets: projects to promote further growth. Natalino Zanchetta, CEO of Polyglass USA, outlines the company’s development plans.
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2/16/2022
ICS: a design inspired by identity and dialogue
We spoke with Gianandrea Barreca and Giovanni La Varra, designers of the ICS Symbiosis school in Milan.
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2/10/2022
Casa Batlló: new materials deployed to restore the ambience of the original building
Interview with Joan Olona, a member of the technical team that drew up the master plan for the restoration of Casa Batlló.
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2/9/2022
Redevelopment of schools: the quest for the right compromise
Giulio Morandini, Mapei Group’s Corporate Director - Building Line, discusses the issue.
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1/24/2022
Boom in redevelopment: we are in the mix
Francesc Busquets, General Manager of Mapei Spain: plenty of buildings in Spain are not energy efficient. We are ready to contribute to face this challenge.
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12/16/2021
“Metamorphosis”, narrative idea of the project
We spoke with Italo Rota, designer of the Italy Pavilion.
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11/18/2021
Close ties between business and the local region to “create the future”
Interview with Veronica Squinzi, Mapei’s CEO.
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8/27/2021
Fully-bonded waterproofing membranes
Mapeproof FBT: a highly effective barrier against groundwater, moisture and radon gas.
