Construction and infrastructure

03DIC

Cortec’s MCI® Technology Was Chosen to Protect One of The Largest European Bridges

Cortec’s MCI® 2018, a silane concrete sealer with migrating inhibitor properties, will provide corrosion protection to the Peljesac Bridge.

19NOV

Edilizia e general industry: i due nuovi manuali di Assovernici

Assovernici ha pubblicato due manuali sui prodotti per la verniciatura dedicati rispettivamente al settore dell'edilizia e al comparto industriale per offrire a tecnici, progettisti, applicatori e committenti una panoramica completa.

09SET

MCI-2020 Gel: Cortec’s Solution for Corrosion Protection of Metal Reinforcement

To ensure durability of concrete structures, Cortec has developed MCI-2020 Gel, an injectable corrosion inhibitor which provides corrosion protection directly at or near the depth of steel reinforcement in concrete.

07SET

Fraunhofer Created Coatings That Protect Against Solar Radiation

Fraunhofer researchers have developed two new coatings for glass windows that protects against solar radiation.

01SET

How to select the best method of fire protection for steel in your building

The vitally important issue of fire protection in buildings has arguably never been more at the centre of intense public focus than it is today, and effectively protecting steel from fire damage is a critical aspect of that debate.

27LUG

MCI-309 by Cortec Employed Throughout Europe for Post-Tension Grouting Delays

Developed by Cortec, MCI-309, a corrosion inhibitor that protects metal surfaces in recessed areas if the grouting is delayed, has been recognized in numerous projects in Europe.

26LUG

Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean Can Now Rely on Hempel's Hempafire Pro Cellulosic Fire Protection Coatings

Coatings manufacturer Hempel has launched in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean its range of passive fire protection coatings, Hempafire Pro, which provides fire protection to steel structures for up to 120 minutes.

27MAG

Hempel Launches Hempafire Pro 400

Hempel has launched Hempafire Pro 400, a new passive fire protection coating optimised for 90 minutes of cellulosic fire protection.

03FEB

CorrVerter MCI Rust Primer: Cortec's Solution Against Rebar Corrosion in Concrete Repairs

To provide a solution to mitigate rebar corrosion, takcling reinforcement surface preparation and ongoing protection, Cortec has developed CorrVerter MCI Rust Primer.

13GEN

Cortec Launches a Micro-Corrosion Inhibiting Coatings Palette to Tackle High Moisture Conditions

Cortec has launched Micro-Corrosion Inhibiting Coatings, a palette of coatings for corrosion protection in high humidity conditions.

11NOV

An Innovative Cooling White Paint Could Reduce the Need for Air Conditioning Inside Buildings

Engineers from Purdue University created a white paint that can keep surfaces up to 18 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than their surroundings, without consuming energy.

10NOV

Cortec Launches Silica-Free Version of MCI-309 to Protect Hard-to-reach Metal Surfaces from Corrosion

Cortec Corporation has launched a new version without silica of its MCI-309 migrating corrosion inhibitor for protection of metals within an enclosed space, such as PT tendons.

03NOV

CIN Launches New Coating for Concrete Floors and Surfaces C-FLOOR PU280 WB

Portuguese coating manufacturer CIN, announced the launch of C-FLOOR PU280 WB, a new coating to cover large concrete surfaces such as warehouses, car parks and pedestrian traffic areas.

26MAG

Cortec's MCI-2005 Corrosion Inhibiting Admixture Chosen to Protect the Kinnet Tunnel

To ensure long-term protection against corrosion and enhance the durability of metallic reinforcement in concrete structures Cortec provided the corrosion inhibiting admixture MCI(r)-2005 for the construction of the Kinnet Tunnel in Israel.

24FEB

Øresund Bridge to Be Repainted for The First Time in 20 Years

The nearly 8 km rail and road link between Denmark and Sweden will be repainted for the first time since it opened to traffic in 2000. The operation, reported to be the largest maintenance on the structure since 1999, will take an estimated time of 13 years.