The cement industry is reducing its carbon footprint by gradually replacing traditional Portland cement with new, lower-carbon cement. This has implications for tile-adhesive manufacturers. Our colleagues in Burghausen have investigated how and why the formulation of carbon-reduced adhesives can be successful.

The construction industry has recently hit a few bumps in the road. The cement industry, for example, has been stuck in a year of stagnation and is having a hard time putting decarbonization into practice. Still, experts are saying that a "golden age” lies ahead for cement. So, what does this mean for WACKER and its customers? We asked our expert, Gustavo Soares, Global Segment Manager, to weigh in.

50 - 60 percent of a tile adhesive is aggregate. In the past, quartz sand was used. But as sand has become a scarce resource, the mortar industry worldwide is turning to alternatives. Our experts advise and support tile adhesive manufacturers in this process and have sifted out some interesting solutions.

What trends and topics are moving the construction, coatings and adhesives industries? Where do we stand – and where are we heading in the future? Let’s meet and discuss how we can collaborate to create tomorrow’s solutions. We’re here for you: at European Coatings Show 2025.

What do the ancient Romans have in common with today’s private home builders? Their preference for tiles, perhaps? Since antiquity, tiles have been used to decorate and protect buildings. Throughout history, tiles have had an influence not only on architecture and buildings but also on the construction industry. New developments in tiles also brought about new bonding techniques. Let us embark on a journey through the history of tiles.

Composites are among the most versatile materials of our time – they turn waste products into design icons, possess a strength far out of proportion with their weight and inspire us with the breadth of their applications. We have no doubt that the possibilities of composite materials are far from exhausted. Come join us as we improve familiar methods and discover new solutions.

The Technical Competence Center in Southeast Asia is now equipped with a state-of-the-art abrasion testing device for self-leveling compounds. The rolling wheel tester is an investment that highlights our commitment to customer proximity and to delivering innovative, high-performance solutions tailored to the Asian market. We spoke with Jayne Ramos, our expert in flooring technologies based in Singapore, about why this is a pivotal step for self-leveling compounds (SLCs) in Asia.

Internationally renowned weaving artist Monika Fioreschy experiments with unusual materials in order to find new means of expressing the art of weaving. Over 30 years ago, the Austrian artist replaced the traditional wool thread on the loom with silicone tubing made of WACKER’s solid silicone rubber and thus transformed conventional tapestry weaving in a sensational way. Here is a look into the world of the transfusion image and Sil-Icons techniques for which WACKER offers the ideal material.

Private households account for around 30% of global energy consumption. Suitable thermal insulation is a good solution to reduce the energy consumption substantially. Watch our video to see how to install a professional insulation system as renovation of on an old building.

What do you need to pay attention to when processing silicone rubber compounds? What mistakes do people typically make? How do you avoid them? Our videos will provide you with a wealth of application tips for RTV silicone, 1-part silicone, 2-part silicone and silicone for potting electronics and electrical components. The focus is on industrial applications.

Silicones make your products safer, more powerful and more durable. Battery safety, battery assembly, power electronics and thermal interface materials are important applications for silicones.

A look behind the scenes: top experts and enterprising creative types are not the only ones working at our sites – WACKER is home to high-tech colleagues too, i.e. to robots that carry out a wide range of jobs and gather data that make production smarter. One of these is SPOT, a four-legged friend who supports our employees during plant inspections.