The Cementaid Group was founded by Peter Aldred, DFC, in 1954. After serving in the RAF during World War 2, Peter started his concrete admixtures business in 1946. After 4 years of research and development, Everdure Caltite was launched in 1958 and to this day the proven formulation has remained unchanged. The effectiveness of Everdure Caltitecan be seen from the photos below where ordinary absorbent concrete has allowed massive salt scaling and sulfate attack to occur as aggressive ground-water borne chlorides and sulfates are absorbed into the structures. The proven waterproofing and corrosion-resisting capabilities of Everdure Caltite are amply demonstrated here in these comparative photographs. In an otherwise similar concrete, the one modified with Caltite has protected both the concrete matrix and the reinforcement.
Mapei is a worldwide company producing building materials with its 100 subsidiaries operating in 57 countries and 86 manufacturing plants in 35 different nations, more than 6,000 products including adhesives, sealants and chemicals, which are shipped every day for a total amount of 27,900 tons. Founded in Milan in 1937, Mapei is today the world leader in the production of adhesives and chemical products for the building industry. We implemented our internationalisation strategy in the 1960’s and this has enabled us to be closer to the needs of regional markets. We have always placed a lot of emphasis on research: the Mapei Group has more than 10,500 employees worldwide. Our research work is aimed at the development of eco-sustainable and eco-compatible products. Follow us on LinkedIn to keep up with our latest announcements, industry news and job opportunities. Follow the experts and some of the best stories of our subsidiaries from all over the world.
Master Builders Solutions is the world leader in the manufacture of concrete admixtures. At the forefront of technological innovation, the Admixture Systems division excels at developing advanced new products for the ready-mix, precast, manufactured concrete products and underground construction industries via an international network of R&D centres in Europe, America and the Asia-Pacific regions. In the UK, Master Builders Solutions admixtures are manufactured and distributed from their production facility based in Swinton, Manchester. A full product range is available covering both normal and high performance admixtures, together with a range of mortar products. Ancillary materials such as curing membranes and release agents supplement this. The Company also provides a comprehensive range of concrete repair and refurbishment products, sealants, waterproofing and a full merchant range. The UK Company provides a channel for worldwide technical support at all stages, backed up by in-house laboratories in Manchester and Rochester.
Oscrete Construction Products are part of the Christeyns NV group, based in Gent, Belgium. The Company manufactures and distributes formulated chemical products with four divisions; concrete admixtures, laundry products, industrial soaps and consumer products. Each division is responsible for its own marketing and servicing to provide a focus and meet the specific needs of the industries it serves. The Oscrete Division, office and manufacturing, is based at Bradford, West Yorkshire. It supplies and services the Oscrete range of admixtures to the concrete industry. A wide range of Oscrete admixtures is available for all applications, with specifically formulated products for the precast and mortar industries. The Company has its own testing laboratory and technical staff providing a comprehensive technical service. All products are manufactured under the regime of ISO 9001 Quality System and delivered by the Company’s own fleet of fully equipped vehicles. Oscrete admixtures have established a reputation for quality and service which is supported by a commitment to future development.