Construction Chemicals Industry Gained Momentum

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Kryton Buildmat and its core business

A worldwide leader in the manufacturing and distribution of crystalline concrete waterproofing systems since 1973, Kryton has products that are distributed in more than 40 countries and are requested for by name, by architects, engineers, building owners and facility managers around the globe.

To cater to the fast growing need in India, Kryton International Inc. Canada established a manufacturing base in India and a subsidiary Kryton Buildmat Co. Pvt. Ltd. in 1997. 

Kryton Buildmat Co. Pvt. Ltd., India, is a subsidiary company of Kryton Holding Inc. of Canada that specializes in developing, manufacturing and distributing a wide range of products designed to waterproof, repair and protect concrete structures. Having completed over 33 successful years in the construction chemical industry, the parent company, Kryton Holding Inc. Canada, has an accommodating range of crystalline concrete waterproofing
products.

What is your opinion about the recent performance of Indian industry as far as your business is concern?

The recent performance of the Indian industry has been better, when compared to the last year. Private sector projects have gained momentum and public sector projects are growing rapidly.

Can you highlight the prime growth drivers for this segment?

The rapidly growing demand for infrastructure in India is the prime growth driver for construction segment.

Tell us about your key products and manufacturing facilities.

While the Head Office of Kryton Buildmat Co. Pvt. Ltd. is located at New Delhi, its manufacturing facility is located at Dharuhera Industrial Area, Haryana. We have two main systems.

They are:

KIM (for New Concrete Structures): KIM (Krystol Internal Membrane) is the world’s leading and original integral crystalline concrete waterproofing admixture. KIM eliminates the need for conventional external waterproofing membranes. It is the recipient of the “Most Innovative Product” award given out annually at the World of Concrete tradeshow. In addition KIM is the first concrete admixture to be certified by the International Code Council – Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) as a Chemical Admixture Used in Concrete (AC198). The KIM admixture can be added at the construction site, or at the concrete batching plant. Since it’s mixed right into the concrete, there’s no waiting around for concrete waterproofing application that is normally required in other systems. The next operation can begin as soon as the concrete sets.

Krystol T1/T2 – Waterproofing System for Existing Concrete Structures (Surface Treatment): The World’s only permanent, in-depth, surface-applied waterproofing system, the Krystol Crack Repair System is a cementitious, chemically reactive treatment that stops concrete cracks in their tracks and turns existing concrete into a permanent and powerful waterproof barrier. When applied to concrete, crystalline chemicals diffuse deep into concrete and become a permanent part of the structure. Millions of needle-like crystals begin to grow and spread throughout the concrete pores sealing the cracks and permanently blocking the movement of water in all directions. These crystals then remain dormant until another crack forms, at which time they will react with incoming water to self-seal the crack and maintaining a watertight seal.

Highlight your company’s current performance and growth prospects.

In 2007, Kryton Buildmat Co. Pvt. Ltd. India celebrated its 10th anniversary in India and we keep on growing at a rapid pace. We are an ISO certified company that are approved by major Public Sector companies such as CPWD, Engineers India Ltd., etc.

We have focused on various infrastructure projects in the past few years. Our infrastructure projects expertise is in Refineries, Hydal Projects and Metro Rail Projects.

What are the advantages of products being offered by your company?

Kryton’s Krystol waterproofing systems rely on a revolutionary crystalline technology that turns porous concrete into an impermeable barrier. The result is a structure with reduced cracking, self-sealing and waterproofing abilities which provides a powerful defence against water damage and corrosion of reinforcing steel.

Whether it is new construction, upgrading an existing structure or repairing cracks, Krystol helps to build quality, reliability and cost effectiveness into the concrete.

The Krystol Advantage:

• Replaces unreliable exterior membrane systems
• Penetrates deep into concrete – many inches over time
• Self-seals hairline cracks – minimum .5 mm (.02 in.)
• Reactivates in the presence of moisture – even years later
• Effective against hydrostatic pressure – up to 140 m (460 ft) of head pressure
• Waterproofs from any direction (i.e. positive or negative side)
• Impervious to physical damage and deterioration
• Easy to apply and reduces potential for human error.

Akhil Kakkar, GM – South Asia, Kryton Buildmat Company Pvt. Ltd. comments, “The recent performance of the Indian industry has been better, when compared to the last year. Private sector projects have gained momentum and public sector projects are growing rapidly”.