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Market
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3/21/2024
Infrastructures: driver for global construction
In 2023, the global construction market experienced growth, particularly in emerging countries like China and India. However, challenges such as geopolitical tensions and tightening monetary policies pose risks. Different regions show varying growth…
Projects
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3/19/2024
The Westin London City
Located in the heart of London, The Westin London City offers luxury and comfort. The construction of the hotel presented several challenges, including the demolition of an existing building and the need to respect the constraints of an…
Interviews
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.
Focus
Waterproofing with Polyurea
Projects
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3/12/2024
When a membrane makes all the difference
A series of prestigious buildings where the PURTOP range of waterproofing products has been used.
Focus
Waterproofing with Polyurea
Projects
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3/12/2024
Santo Spirito hospital heliport
The heliport at Santo Spirito Hospital in Pescara (Italy) serves as a vital emergency service base, located atop a multi-storey carpark for direct access to the A&E department. In 2020, renovations were undertaken by Pescara Local Health Authority…
Focus
Waterproofing with Polyurea
Projects
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3/11/2024
Etnapolis Shopping Centre
The Etnapolis shopping center underwent renovation works in 2018-2019, focusing on its rooftop carpark due to water infiltration issues. A waterproofing system, including PURTOP polyurea membrane, was applied, followed by MAPECOAT PU 20 N for final…
Focus
Waterproofing with Polyurea
Products
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2/28/2024
From foundations to roofs… all Mapei waterproofing solutions
The Mapei waterproofing line has evolved over 43 years with innovations like MAPELASTIC and MAPETHENE. Acquisitions in 2006 and 2008 broadened the portfolio, while recent developments include MAPELASTIC TURBO and synthetic membranes to address Radon…
Interviews
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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.
Research & Development
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2/21/2024
The challenge of low-clinker cements
The production of cement is one of the main sources of CO₂ emissions: it is estimated that it contributes to 8% of global emissions. To achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, the cement industry is implementing various actions. Among them, the most…
Mapei around the World
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2/16/2024
So Ottawa is attracting foreign investments
Andrea Ferrari, Italian Ambassador to Canada, shares his views with us about the opportunities for Italian companies and technologies in Canada.
Projects
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2/14/2024
Notre Dame: an extraordinary work of restoration
On April 15, 2019, a serious fire struck the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Since then, the most important phases of restoration have been completed, and every day work is being done to restore the monument to its former splendor.
The expert's opinion
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2/14/2024
Soundproofing with sustainable systems
Thanks to our commitment to innovation and Research & Development, Mapei is today in a position to offer effective solutions compliant with these regulations that enable adequate soundproofing to be guaranteed in such surroundings, thereby…
