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market often leads to compromises on quality, where initial cost is construction and expansion joints, and surface cracks. Our
prioritized over life-cycle performance, affecting the durability of portfolio spans concrete and mortar improvement, joint and
structures. This creates a persistent challenge for both the industry crack treatment, and high-performance barrier coatings,
and end users. offering solutions for every type of structure, from residential and
Other key challenges include the lack of standardization of commercial buildings to industrial and infrastructure projects.
products and systems, making it difficult for end users to compare Our products include integral waterproofing and plaster
solutions objectively. Specifications are still largely prescriptive, additives, high-performance mortars, crystalline and PU/Acrylic
rather than performance-based, which can limit innovation and coatings, sealers, tile and stone fixing solutions, industrial grouts,
system reliability. Moreover, while material performance is often floor hardeners, repair mortars, anti-carbonation coatings, and
emphasized, the combination of correct materials, trained soil stabilization systems. We also provide specialized solutions
manpower, and appropriate application techniques is critical for heritage structures, combining cleaning, repair, and long-term
for successful waterproofing—a fact sometimes overlooked in the protection. For complex projects, our injection grouting systems—
market. Current trends shaping the industry include eco-friendly including polyurethane foams, methacrylate gels, silicate resins,
and sustainable formulations, such as solvent-free and low- and polymer-reinforced resins—solve challenging problems in
VOC coatings, crystalline waterproofing systems, and bio-based water ingress, soil consolidation, and structural stabilization, widely
admixtures. Advanced liquid-applied membranes, nano- applied in tunneling, metro, and large-scale foundations.
engineered coatings, and self-healing materials are increasingly What sets us apart is our end-to-end systems approach. Rather
being adopted for enhanced durability and performance than supplying individual products, we recommend complete,
monitoring. There is also a growing focus on quality assurance, engineered solutions that integrate materials, methodology, and
applicator training, and certified systems, reflecting the market’s application expertise. This ensures durability, reduces life-cycle
evolution towards more professional, performance-oriented costs, and simplifies application for contractors. Our products are
solutions. manufactured under strict quality controls, optimized for ease
In summary, the CC and waterproofing sector in India is evolving of use, and tailored for specific site conditions. Coupled with
rapidly, driven by awareness of long-term value, sustainability, intensive training for applicators and clients—from concept videos
and the need for durable construction. Success in this industry to on-site and international sessions—this ensures that solutions are
increasingly depends not only on material innovation, but also applied correctly and effectively.
on engineering integration, skilled application, and life-cycle By constantly enhancing product performance, such as improving
thinking—a shift that promises more reliable and resilient buildings cementitious systems to match acrylics or acrylics to approach
across the country. PU performance, we deliver economical, user-friendly, and
high-performance waterproofing systems. The result is faster
Detail us on the range of CC& Waterproofing chemicals and application, lower labor costs, reduced material wastage, and
its applications offered by your company. What are the USP’s structures that remain durable over decades—demonstrating how
of your products/solutions Vis-à-vis competition. Advantages of innovation in construction chemicals directly translates into savings
using your CC & Waterproofing chemicals in terms of savings on in cost, time, and effort for our clients.
construction cost, time, and labour.
At Assess Build Chem, we believe waterproofing is best addressed What is the company’s approach towards innovation,
through a systematic, solution-driven approach that targets the environment and sustainability?
key pathways of water ingress: capillaries and voids in concrete, At Assess Build Chem, sustainability, environmental responsibility,

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