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Mapei has unveiled its Zero line, which comprises products with fully offset CO2 emissions. This new range aims to reduce environmental impact without compromising on performance.

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The CO2 emissions of products from the Zero line are quantified using standardised LCA (life cycle assessment) methods. Their residual CO2 emissions are fully offset using certified carbon credits.

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How is CO2 measured?

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CO2 emissions from Mapei products are expressed in kg CO2 eq / kg of product and are calculated using standardised LCA methodology. For each product, the environmental impact is evaluated throughout every stage of its life: from extraction of the raw materials that make up the formula to their transport to the production plant, the production cycle, product packaging, waste materials, transporting the finished product to the distributor and its final disposal.

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The results obtained through LCA are verified and certified by an external body by means of an EPD (environmental product declaration) published with the international EPD system. An EPD documents the environmental effect of a product throughout its life cycle and, in the construction sector, are a great help to architects, design engineers and other buyers for a better understanding of the sustainability characteristics and impact on the environment of a product.

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Mapei offsets the CO2 residual emissions generated by all activities involved in the production of its products through reforestation projects and biodiversity conservation.

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Crack resistance for higher durability

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Buildings are subjected to dynamic stresses on a daily basis, which will eventually lead to the opening of cracks into concrete elements. These cracks not only cause structural damage, but also represent a way for aggressive agents to enter such as carbon dioxide and chlorides, which, combined with water and oxygen action, generate the beginning of corrosion phenomena.

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Thanks to their special formulation, Mapei’s Zero repair mortars feature excellent fatigue resistance, which has been proven by tests in external laboratories. These products are designed to increase the dynamic flexural strength of repaired concrete elements, resulting in increased resistance to cracking.

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Among the highlights of Mapei’s Zero mortars, especially for the Singapore market, include:

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Mapefer 1K Zero: one-component, anti-corrosion cementitious mortar, which is applied to steel reinforcement to prevent the formation of rust.
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Planitop Smooth & Repair R4 Zero: structural R4-class, quick-setting, thixotropic, fine-grained cementitious mortar, which is ideal for structural repairs and skimming internal and external horizontal and vertical concrete surfaces. It is also suitable for repairing structures exposed to the air and in permanent contact with water.
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The upcoming World of Concrete Asia (WOCA) – the Asian edition of the World of Concrete series – will take place on 14-16 August 2024 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Shanghai, China.

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Occupying more than 50,000 sq m of exhibition space, WOCA 2024 will showcase various products, technologies and solutions for the concrete, flooring and mortar industries in Asia. The event is expected to gather over 720 exhibitors, with about 50,000 trade visitors (locally and globally) including distributors, manufacturers, contractors, owners, developers, architects and designers.

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WOCA 2024 serves as a one-stop platform for manufacturers, real estate developers, owners, designers, contractors, distributors and engineering companies to source, network and generate new business opportunities. The event covers the whole industry chain, and adapt to the evolving demands of different sectors such as industrial, education, residential, hospitality, healthcare, public space, office, commercial complex, retail and more.

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According to the organiser, buyers from overseas are expected to increase significantly. They will come from countries like Japan, Korea, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia. Several on-site events will also be held during WOCA 2024, including Golden Trowel Asia Awards, WOCA Awards, live demonstration, national floor industry vocational skills competition finals, and WOCA business matching service.

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In addition, there will be over 60 education sessions at WOCA 2024. Among them are:

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Industrial and commercial flooring application case forum
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New advances in flooring engineering technology
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Development of high-quality concrete flooring conference
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Concrete damage repair forum
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Floor concrete and admixture application technology forum
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Key technology and production application of factory-made mortar forum
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Technology enhancement of flowable mortar production seminar
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Asia public space flooring conference
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Sports flooring technology application forum
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Urban renewal and commercial interior design forum
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Click here to register for free visitor pass.

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