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Water and moisture in the basement will considerably reduce the value of a home. That’s because moisture allows mold to grow, and the musty smell is not only unpleasant, but can also cause health disorders. Leaky foundation walls in commercial structures cause similar damage. In extreme cases, liquid water will actually be seeping or flowing … Read More

(Las Vegas, USA) – Vancouver based Kryton International Inc. launches Hard-Cem®, a game-changing concrete hardening admixture. Forty years ago, Kryton first revolutionized the concrete waterproofing industry with the introduction of Krystol® technology. Kryton is yet again introducing a disruptive innovation in the construction industry. Hard-Cem is an integral hardening admixture used to increase abrasion and … Read More

It’s really never too cold if you are prepared and foster a team approach. Winter is quickly approaching, with temperatures dipping and snowfall beginning many additional issues may present themselves on a construction site. Particularly when tight construction schedules need to be maintained the pressure to keep moving can cause colossal problems if no precautions … Read More

Alireza Biparva, B.Sc., M.A.Sc., LEED Green Assoc., R&D Manager / Concrete Specialist, Kryton International Inc. Construction is booming at a global level, but few places are building at such a furious rate as China, United States of America and India. According to the Global Construction 2030 Report from PwC, construction output will grow by 85% … Read More

Acquisition cements Kryton’s leadership position in concrete waterproofing, concrete erosion and concrete abrasion resistance. Innovative products provide solutions to the construction industry’s need for long-lasting concrete infrastructure thereby avoiding costly repairs and replacements. Vancouver-based Kryton International Inc., which specializes in crystalline concrete waterproofing, announces its acquisition of Calgary-based Cementec Industries Inc., a manufacturer of concrete … Read More

Every day people around the world make important economic decisions that allow them to continue their daily lives. When it comes to these daily decisions something that many people do not know is that in some cases, cheap things mean higher costs. The quote, “I am not rich enough to afford cheap things,” is a clear … Read More

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The self-sealing method of concrete waterproofing has been proven effective through successful implementation in a wide range of structures and climates around the world. It is easy to overlook the use of concrete in society, although it plays a vital role in daily life. Concrete is the most-used manufactured material in the world, with nearly … Read More

Concrete structures are typically designed for a lifespan of 50–125 years. To keep these structures in service, a significant amount of infrastructure budget is reactively put towards repairs, rather than investment in new construction. The largest contributing factor for the high cost of repairs and for infrastructure not meeting its service life expectancy is corrosion … Read More

Kryton International is awarded Green Label certification for KIM, the world’s leading crystalline concrete waterproofing admixture Kryton International Inc. is pleased to announce that Krystol Internal Membrane™ (KIM) has recently been awarded Singapore Green Label certification by Singapore’s Environmental Council. Green Label is a recognized certification for sustainable products and services in 28 countries. Reducing … Read More