Construction

Air content can either strengthen or weaken concrete, depending on how well it is controlled. Evonik’s SITREN® AirVoid solutions enable precise management of air void size, distribution, and stability.

Customer Benefits

• Improved freeze-thaw durability and resistance to de-icing salts
• Higher mechanical strength through reduction of unwanted air
• Better workability and surface quality
• Consistent performance across varying process conditions

Value: Maintain the optimal balance between durability and strength across production, transport, and application.

Water ingress is a major cause of concrete deterioration. TEGOSIVIN® water repellents protect structures by reducing water absorption while preserving breathability.

Customer Benefits

• Up to 80% lower water absorption 
• Improved freeze-thaw and salt resistance 
• Reduced efflorescence and surface damage 
• Lower maintenance and lifecycle costs
• Value: Extend service life and protect concrete structures from moisture-driven damage in harsh environments.

Shrinkage during curing can lead to cracks and long-term durability issues. SITREN® shrinkage-reducing agents minimize internal stress and stabilize the concrete structure.

Customer Benefits

• Reduced plastic and drying shrinkage 
• Effective crack prevention
• Maintained early strength and workability 
• Low-VOC solutions supporting sustainability targets 

Value: Achieve durable, crack-resistant concrete with improved structural performance and reduced repair needs.

Efficient demolding is essential for productivity and surface quality. SITREN® mold release agents ensure clean separation and protect molds during repeated use.

Customer Benefits

• High-quality surface finishes without defects 
• Faster, more efficient production cycles
• Extended mold lifetime through corrosion protection 
• Biodegradable, solvent-free formulations 

Value: Increase efficiency in precast and industrial production while meeting environmental and quality requirements.

Air content directly influences the workability, strength, and durability of drymix mortars. Evonik’s SITREN® AirVoid solutions provide precise control over air void formation and removal.

Customer Benefits

• Improved workability and flow behavior through optimized air void systems 
• Higher mechanical strength and abrasion resistance by reducing unwanted air 
• Enhanced surface quality with fewer defects and cavities 
• Increased efficiency in manual and mechanical application

Value: Achieve the ideal balance between easy application and strong, durable mortar performance, across a wide range of drymix applications.

Water intrusion is a key driver of mortar degradation, from efflorescence to frost damage. Evonik’s water repellents provide reliable hydrophobic protection while maintaining vapor permeability.

Customer Benefits

• Strongly reduced water absorption and pollutant penetration
• Improved freeze-thaw resistance and durability 
• Reduced efflorescence, soiling, and staining 
• Lower cleaning and maintenance costs 

Value: Extend the lifespan of mortars and renders while maintaining attractive, low-maintenance surfaces in indoor and outdoor environments.

Shrinkage during curing can lead to cracks and long-term durability issues. SITREN® shrinkage-reducing agents minimize internal stress and stabilize the concrete structure.

Customer Benefits

• Reduced plastic and drying shrinkage 
• Effective crack prevention
• Maintained early strength and workability 
• Low-VOC solutions supporting sustainability targets 

Value: Achieve durable, crack-resistant concrete with improved structural performance and reduced repair needs.

Modern drymix formulations are complex systems that require precise interaction of all components. Evonik’s wetting and dispersing agents ensure optimal material compatibility and process stability.

Customer Benefits

• Improved mixing efficiency and dispersion quality 
• Enhanced adhesion and surface interaction 
• Increased formulation stability and storage performance 
• Tailored surface and wettability properties for specific applications

Value: Gain full control over your formulation performance, ensuring consistent quality from production to application.

TEGO® Addibit antistripping agents are designed to strengthen the bond between bitumen and aggregates, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environmental conditions and high-temperature processes.

Benefits

• Enhanced adhesion between bitumen and aggregates, especially for difficult substrates like granite or quartz
• Strong reduction of moisture damage and stripping effects
• Improved durability, rutting and crack resistance for longer pavement life
• Reliable thermal stability for consistent performance during hot-mix processing
• Reduced maintenance and lifecycle costs through longer-lasting pavements

TEGO® Addibit FS 726 enables efficient production of foamed bitumen, supporting low-temperature asphalt technologies that combine performance with sustainability.

Benefits

• Improved foam stability and small droplet size, resulting in better aggregate coating
• Enhanced workability and compaction, even with recycled materials
• Extended processing and paving window for greater flexibility on site
• Higher mechanical strength and durability of asphalt mixtures
• Reduced energy consumption and CO₂ emissions through lower processing temperatures

TEGO® Addibit emulsifiers and TEGO® Antifoam defoamers enable the production of stable bitumen emulsions with optimized processing, application, and performance.

Benefits

• Creation of stable emulsions for cold-applied asphalt systems
• Improved workability, handling, and aggregate coating
• Controlled breaking and curing behavior for reliable strength development
• Effective foam suppression for stable processing and uniform film formation
• Reduced energy demand and emissions by enabling low-temperature applications

Value: Efficient, stable, and sustainable bitumen emulsions with consistent quality and long-lasting performance in road construction and sealing applications.