Coating of Internal Walls and Ceilings Totalling 10,000m2 Background Advanced, Odour-Free Anti-Bacterial Protection The client was looking to improve anti-bacterial and anti-mould protection in the storage warehouse and it was critical that the coating was completely non-toxic and odour free so as not to adversely affect the parmesan cheese being stored in the facility, as… Read more
Decorative Anti-Carbonation Protection Provided by Monodex Ultra Background Rainbow House is a seven storey building with two storeys located underground. From the time of construction the exterior of the building was not renovated until this refurbishment in 2017. Over the years, high levels of dust and grime had accumulated on the exterior surface as the… Read more
Coating of New External Walls Totalling 1,000m2 Background Solvent-free Anti-Carbonation Protection Flexcrete’s distributor in Taiwan, Parallel Industrial Co., Ltd, recommended the use of Monodex coatings for this new build project due to their ability to provide exceptional weatherproof protection on buildings and structures all around the world. The coatings could be safely and rapidly applied… Read more
Flexcrete Technologies Limited, part of the AkzoNobel group of companies, recently ensured that the deck of an electricity pylon tower platform was adequately levelled and provided with anti-slip protection to allow maintenance work to be carried out safely. Extensive repairs were required to Aust Jetty, an electricity pylon jetty in the River Severn which forms… Read more
We are delighted to confirm that Flexcrete Technologies Limited, part of the AkzoNobel group of companies, has been crowned one of the 2018 Northern Powerhouse Export Champions by the Department for International Trade (DIT). Flexcrete forms part of an elite group of companies from across the North of England who are dedicated to growing their… Read more
Independent testing carried out at the VINCI Construction Technology Centre in Bedfordshire has officially confirmed that Flexcrete’s Cementitious Coating 851 will provide an effective barrier to chlorides for at least 29 years. In 1988, a 2mm thick film of Cementitious Coating 851 was applied to a concrete slice and sealed in a chloride ion diffusion… Read more
A protective coating manufactured by Flexcrete has been specified to refurbish a surface water drain chamber at Dungeness B Power Station in South Kent. Cemprotec E942, a high performance, waterborne cementitious coating, was chosen due to its rapid curing nature and ability to allow a speedy return to service of the surface water drainage system…. Read more
Flexcrete Products used to Refurbish Surface Water Drain Chamber Background Durable Cementitious Protection that’s Simple to Install CSC Services UK Ltd, a specialist repair and coatings contractor to the power and water industries, was appointed to carry out the application work. CSC Services worked with EDF Investment Delivery in recommending and agreeing suitable products for… Read more
Concrete Repair and Protection of Reinforced Concrete Columns and Beams Background Repair & Protection Technology for Marine Structures The refurbishment work is being carried out by Clacton Pier Company’s own Maintenance Team and Flexcrete has been called upon to provide a solution due to our long-standing record of providing effective and affordable materials for concrete… Read more
Flexcrete’s Monodex Smooth anti-carbonation coating has been used to rejuvenate the façade of Michelin-starred Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms in West Lancashire. The company’s repair materials and Monodex Smooth coating were specified for repairs and coating of the external walls at Moor Hall in Aughton. Flexcrete Technologies Limited, which forms part of the AkzoNobel group… Read more
Independent testing carried out at the VINCI Construction Technology Centre in Bedfordshire has officially confirmed that Flexcrete’s Cementitious Coating 851 will provide an effective barrier to chlorides for at least 29 years. In 1988, a 2mm thick film of Cementitious Coating 851 was applied to a concrete slice and sealed in a chloride ion diffusion… Read more
Extensive Remedial Work Required on Electricity Pylon Jetty. Background A Complex Project Requiring a Single Source Solution This was a complex project and Flexcrete products were chosen as we could supply a full package of products for concrete repair, anti-carbonation, levelling and anti-slip deck protection. Once the defective concrete was cut out on the legs… Read more
Concrete Repairs & Coating of External Walls with Anti-Carbonation Protection. Background Tried and Tested Concrete Repair & Protection Solutions Flexcrete products are well proven on high rise buildings in the Portsmouth area, having been used on the iconic Spinnaker Tower which Europa House overlooks. Monomix – a high strength, shrinkage compensated, waterproof cementitious mortar –… Read more
Protecting Against the Elements Over 10,000 square metres of external walls of a prominent office and manufacturing building in Taiwan have been coated in a rainbow of colours using an anti-carbonation coating manufactured by UK-based Flexcrete Technologies Limited, part of the AkzoNobel group of companies. The reinforced concrete building, which is fittingly known as Rainbow… Read more
Coating & Protection of 10,000m2 of External Walls in 7 Different Colours. Background Advanced, Water-Based Anti-Carbonation Protection Flexcrete’s distributor in Taiwan, Parallel Industrial Co., Ltd, recommended the use of Monodex Ultra in order to enhance and protect the exterior of the building. A total of seven colours were produced in Monodex Ultra to BS RAL… Read more
In the December edition of Water Active, Graham James, OBE, explains how Flexcrete have provided a complete repair and protection solution for a major floor refurbishment project at Black Hill Reservoir, Sydney. Over 73 tonnes of a high performance cementitious coating manufactured by UK-based Flexcrete Technologies Limited, one of the AkzoNobel group of companies, has been delivered by air freight to… Read more
In the January edition of Site Recorder, Chris Lloyd and Graham James look at some of the structural defects facing today’s building inspectors and explain the importance of selecting the right repair and protection solution. When Clerks of Works or Construction Inspectors oversee construction projects, one of the primary concerns is ensuring that materials and workmanship are in accordance… Read more
Since the world’s first full-scale nuclear power station was opened some 60 years ago, reinforced and prestressed concrete have formed an integral part of the containment structure within nuclear plants. When nuclear power plants were first constructed, concrete was typically specified for its versatility and ability to achieve the primary functions of shielding and containment to prevent the release of fission products to… Read more
Seema Kennedy, Conservative MP for South Ribble, has visited the manufacturing complex of Leyland-based firm Flexcrete Technologies Limited to learn more about the company’s expansion plans and penetration into global markets. The company, which manufactures a range of concrete repair mortars, cementitious coatings and masonry coatings from its manufacturing plant on Leyland’s Tomlinson Industrial Estate,… Read more
Repair and Coating of Facade and Gable Ends. Background Outstanding Weatherproofing Technology Flexcrete’s Monodex Smooth coating was specified for application to the façade of the building and the gable ends, due to its excellent track record of use on prestigious and heritage buildings all around the world. W J Structures Ltd initially cleaned and washed the… Read more
Transparent Anti-Carbonation Coating for External Walls. Background Exceptional Protection from the Elements A clear anti-carbonation coating was required for application to the external walls of the building. A solvent-based coating was originally specified but this was overturned in favour of Monodex Clear due to the odour release of the solvent borne product during application. There… Read more
In the August edition of Concrete Engineering International, Chris Lloyd and Graham James look at the challenges involved in maintaining water industry structures and explore ways for water companies to effectively manage their environmental impact, meet affordability targets and maintain assets. There has been a change of priorities within the water industry, generating a greater focus… Read more
Cementitious Coating Enables Design Life to be Achieved. Background Long-lasting Anti-Corrosion Protection CSC Services UK Ltd, a specialist repair and coatings contractor to the power and water industries, was appointed to carry out the application work. The interlocks between the sheet piles and any voids were first filled with Cemprotec Clutch Filler, a uniquely formulated… Read more
Cementitious Coating Enables Design Life to be Achieved Cement-based technology has been used to provide anti-corrosion protection to steel at a new materials handling facility under construction at Lynemouth Power Station in Northumberland. Cemprotec E942, a high performance, anti-corrosion cementitious coating, has been specified by Sir Robert McAlpine to protect new steel piling totalling 1,500m2… Read more
Today it has been announced that UK-based concrete repair and protection manufacturer Flexcrete Technologies Ltd has been acquired by leading global paints and coatings company AkzoNobel. As part of the acquisition, 100% of the shares in Flexcrete Technologies Ltd have been acquired by AkzoNobel. Flexcrete has been working alongside AkzoNobel since 2010, establishing the Intercrete… Read more
Intermediate Coating with Enhanced Crack-Bridging Properties In order to meet customer demand, Flexcrete Technologies Limited – the UK’s leading independent manufacturer of technical mortars and high performance coatings – has launched a new elastomeric, intermediate crack-bridging filler and coating for use on concrete structures and buildings where enhanced cracking-bridging properties are required. Monodex ICB is supplied… Read more
Decorative Protection for New Build Headquarters Protective coatings manufactured by UK-based Flexcrete Technologies Limited have been used to protect the external walls of an impressive new headquarters building for Pauian Archiland, a Taiwanese-based company. The multi-storey building is located in Taipei, Taiwan, and is owned by Pauian Archiland which operates across a number of market… Read more
Durable, Decorative Anti-Carbonation Protection for Corporate HQ Building. Background Outstanding Weatherproofing Protection with Monodex Parallel Industrial Co., Ltd recommended a Flexcrete coatings package in order to enhance the exterior of the building. Flexcrete’s Monodex coatings were specified as they offer decorative, anti-carbonation protection and can extend the life expectancy of both newly constructed and existing buildings. With… Read more
May’s edition of Tomorrow’s Contract Floors features a highly successful concrete floor refurbishment project recently completed by Flexcrete in Southport. When it comes to the refurbishment of large industrial or warehouse floors, one of the primary objectives is often to waterproof and renovate the floor with a durable flooring system within the minimum timescale, to enable facilities… Read more
Cementitious Coating 851 Now Available in Handy 15kg Packs Flexcrete has launched one of its most popular and well proven products in a handy new size to meet customer demand. A new 15kg version of Cementitious Coating 851 in grey has been introduced, supplied as a composite inside a 15 litre plastic bucket complete with its own mixing vessel…. Read more