A NEW generation of waterproofing products is now available in the Middle East. The US-based Hycrete has come up with a chemical that when added to concrete makes it waterproof and is now looking at creating greater awareness of the product and reinforcing its presence in the region.

A WIDE range of advanced repair and protection products and services from the US-based Enecon is now available in Saudi Arabia through its exclusive agent Sherbiny Chemicals and Environmental Solutions.

THE increasing complexity of building construction, a disregard for basic waterproofing principles, and the use of multiple systems and products that don’t interface well with each other on a  project are the main reasons why waterproofing problems continue to plague us, says waterproofing and thermal insulation specialist BMC.

UNIVERSAL Paint and Chemical Industries (Chemipaint) is introducing an environment and ecological-friendly waterproofing system called Chemiroof. “Our management and employees are committed to the product’s regional impact.