Waterproofing membranes consist of a top layer and a bottom layer with a reinforcement layer sandwiched between them. Roofing membranes and geomembranes are the two leading waterproofing membranes considered under the scope of the study. Roofing membranes such as modified bitumen, thermoplastic olefin (TPO), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) are used globally in roofing & walls and building structure for waterproofing and other applications. Geomembrane is an impermeable membrane liner or barrier used to block seepage of water, fluids, and other materials of soluble nature in human-made structures. It is used globally for various applications including solid and liquid waste management, wastewater treatment, mining, and tunnel liners. Some of the standard geomembranes used globally are high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). 1Note: Core competencies are a combination of pooled knowledge and technical capacities that allow a company or business to be competitive in the market.

Waterproofing Membranes

Comparing 25 vendors in Waterproofing Membranes across 36 criteria.
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The company has 20 research centers all over the globe which signal a strong emphasis on product innovation. Because of this, the company has a very good product development rating. The company also has a strong product portfolio, offering various kinds of waterproofing membranes. Because of this, the company earned a strong rating. These membranes are used for different use industries resulting in strong industry coverage. Also, Sika AG has published patents related to waterproofing membranes in the last couple of years to maintain its hold on the waterproofing membrane technology.
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Soprema Group has developed expertise in bituminous as well as synthetic waterproofing system. Under its Flagon brand, the company offers a wide array of TPO and PVC membranes. As a result, the company has a strong score. In addition, the company has developed Flagosolar, a waterproofing system for combined power and waterproofing applications. The company has a seven R& D centers suggesting a strong focus on sustainable development. This resulted in higher product development rating. The company however has not published any waterproofing related patents in the past three years resulting in low patent score.
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The company offers SBS roofing systems which are used in applications where dimensional stability and tensile strength are a pre-requisite. The company is also involved in the development and marketing of TPO, PVC, and EPDM roofing systems. As a result, the company has a strong product offering. The company also has five technical centers to cater to particular market needs. As a result, it has a strong product development score. The company however has not published any waterproofing membranes in the last three years, which leaves the company vulnerable to potential lawsuits.
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The company is involved in below ground and above ground waterproofing systems under various brands such as Brushbond, Nicote, and Proofex membranes. These products are usually used in a wide range of waterproofing applications. The company thus has a strong product offering. The company has published no patents related to waterproofing membrane in the past three years resulting in a low patent rating.
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The company is involved in the development and marketing of manufacturers of waterproofing membranes and has developed expertise in both modified bitumen and synthetic membranes. The company thus has a strong rating. The company also actively supports sustainability in their business segments by encouraging recycling and material optimization. In addition, the company has published patents related to waterproofing membranes to ward off potential competition.
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