What Parexlanko does

Parexlanko is a French manufacturer of industrial mortars and construction chemical products, operating as a brand of Sika Group since May 2019. The company offers a portfolio organized around five core categories: facade protection and decoration (including new facades, renovation, ITE systems), tiling and floor preparation (adhesive mortars, joints, leveling compounds), masonry and civil engineering (self-placing concrete, repair mortars), heritage restoration (lime-based Gamme Patrimoine), and surface protection (waterproofing, stain-resistant treatments). Notable proprietary products include PROLISOUPLE ECO₂, the first Portland cement-free adhesive mortar on the French market (developed over six years with Université Paris-Saclay, reducing CO₂ emissions by 50%), 782 BETON AUTOPLACANT self-placing fluid concrete in bag format, and REVLANE CLEAN premium siloxane finishing coat for external thermal insulation.

The business operates a distributor-led go-to-market model, selling exclusively through a network of professional building materials merchants across France, supported by 8 distribution sites, field sales representatives, a technical hotline, a technical training center, and digital specification tools including the PAREXSIM facade simulator, PAREXKONSO consumption calculator, and the newly launched PAREXKREA color simulation app. The company's primary customer segments are construction craftsmen (artisans), architects and specifiers (who require FDES environmental declarations and CSTB QB certifications), building materials distributors, and civil engineering / public works contractors.

Revenue is generated through one-time unit sales of bagged and bulk construction materials, with prices set by distributors rather than publicly disclosed. The 2025 launch of the Club 100% artisan loyalty program and ongoing sustainability-led product expansion (PARNATUR bio-sourced renders, cement-free adhesives) reflect a deliberate pivot toward RE2020-compliant, low-carbon construction, leveraging the financial and distribution scale of parent Sika Group, which operates in 102 countries with over 400 production sites and 34,000+ employees globally.

Name

Parexlanko

Legal name

PAREXGROUP SAS

Website

https://parexlanko.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Parexlanko is a French manufacturer of industrial mortars, tile adhesives, facade coatings, and construction chemicals, operating as a brand of Sika Group and selling through a professional distributor network across France to artisans, architects, and civil engineering contractors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction chemicals and industrial mortars

NAICS

Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255), Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Adhesives & Sealants (2891), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Mortar, Grout & Masonry Cements (IMADABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tile Setting Materials (Mortars, Mastics & Grouts) (IMADAOAG), Construction Sealants (Joint, Façade & Perimeter) (IMADAOAB), Sealants, Expansion Joints & Weatherproofing (Caulking, Joint Systems) (IMAFAMAF)

Keywords

• Industrial mortars
• Construction chemicals
• Tile adhesives
• Facade coatings
• Waterproofing solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Issy-les-moulineaux

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Construction materials and mortars sales: PAREXLANKO generates revenue through the sale of industrial mortars, construction chemical products, and building materials to construction professionals including artisans, masons, tilers, and building material distributors. Products include facade coatings, tile adhesives, waterproofing solutions, and masonry mortars sold through distributor network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Parexlanko manufactures and sells industrial mortars and construction chemicals — including facade renders, tile adhesives, joints, waterproofing solutions, self-placing concrete, and ITE (External Thermal Insulation) systems — to construction professionals (artisans, masons, tilers, and specifiers) through a national network of building material distributors in France. The portfolio also covers heritage restoration products for historic buildings and bio-sourced, low-carbon innovations such as the Portland cement-free PROLISOUPLE ECO₂ adhesive mortar.

Product overview

PAREXLANKO is a manufacturer of industrial mortars and construction materials, operating as a brand of Sika since May 2019. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around five core product categories: facade protection and decoration (including new facades, renovation, and ITE systems), tiling and floor preparation (adhesive mortars, joints, leveling compounds), masonry and civil engineering (self-placing concrete, repair mortars), heritage restoration (lime-based products for historic buildings), and surface protection (waterproofing, stain-resistant treatments). Key product lines include PROLISOUPLE ECO₂ (the first Portland cement-free adhesive mortar), PROLIJOINT DESIGN (decorative joints), 782 BETON AUTOPLACANT (self-placing concrete), REVLANE CLEAN (ITE finishing coat), and the Gamme Patrimoine (heritage restoration range). The company also provides digital tools including PAREXSIM (facade simulator) and PAREXKONSO (consumption calculator) to support professionals in specification and project planning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PAREXSIM: Facade simulator tool allowing users to apply PAREXLANKO colors and finishes to facades for project visualization.
• PAREXKONSO
• PAREXKREA
• Club 100%
• Gamme Patrimoine

Products and services

• 577 PROLISOUPLE ECO₂ Cement-Free Adhesive Mortar Adhesive mortar for professional tile installation that eliminates Portland cement, achieving a 50% reduction in CO₂ emissions while delivering C2S1 E/EG performance. For construction professionals handling interior and exterior walls, floors, wet rooms, and underfloor heating.
• 5056 PROLIJOINT DESIGN Decorative Tiling Joint Cement tiling joint for 2–6mm joints on interior and exterior walls and floors. Flexible, suitable for heated floors, wood substrates and facades; low shrinkage with easy cleaning; classified W (waterproof) and A (reduced abrasion) with A+ indoor air certificate. For tilers and decorative tile-installation professionals.
• 782 BETON AUTOPLACANT Self-Placing Fluid Concrete High-performance C40/50 fluid self-placing concrete in bag format for masonry and civil-engineering professionals. Placeable without a vibrating needle, with limited shrinkage and non-reactive aggregates. For thicknesses from 5cm to 100cm in foundations, slabs, and structural repair work.
• REVLANE CLEAN High-Performance ITE Finishing Coat Premium organic fire-resistant finishing coat (type RPE) for External Thermal Insulation (ITE) systems, based on siloxane resin with 1.0mm granulometry. For facade applicators installing or renovating ITE systems on residential and commercial buildings.
• 5021 PROLITERRASSE Exterior Tiling Adhesive Special adhesive mortar for terrace and exterior floor tiling with exceptional adhesion and weather resistance. Supports thickness compensation up to 25mm and heavy slab resistance. For tilers executing outdoor tiling on terraces, balconies, and patios.
• Gamme Patrimoine Heritage Restoration Range Range of lime-based renders, mortars, and bio-sourced products designed for the renovation and restoration of historic buildings, including pisé, stone, and old masonry substrates. For restoration contractors and heritage specialists.
• Gamme PARNATUR Bio-Sourced Renders Bio-sourced facade render range launched in 2023 as part of the company's sustainable product development for low-carbon construction. For construction professionals seeking reduced environmental impact renders.
• 240 LANKO RESIST EFFET MOUILLE Surface Protector Protector for porous surfaces against water, oils, grease, and stains on interior and exterior terraces, balconies, and patios. Provides a wet-look effect while maintaining a mineral appearance. For construction professionals treating tiled outdoor surfaces.
• Joint SOUPLE TOUS SUPPORTS Flexible Tiling Joint Flexible tile joint for joints of 2–12mm in interior and exterior use. Hydrophobic, crack-resistant, with a smooth finish. Compatible with wet areas and heated floors. Available in 11 trend colors. For tilers requiring flexible joint solutions across supports.
• PAREXSIM Facade Simulator 360° facade simulator enabling specifiers and clients to apply Parexlanko colors and finishes to project visualizations via the website. Digital tool supporting sales and specification.
• PAREXKONSO Consumption Calculator Mobile application and web tool that calculates product consumption to help construction professionals estimate material quantities for projects. Supports the specification and ordering workflow.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% CO₂ emission reduction with PROLISOUPLE ECO₂ compared to traditional cement mortar
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sika (parent company)coreOthers · 1 May 2019Since May 2019, PAREXLANKO has been a brand of Sika, a global leader in development and manufacturing of systems and products for bonding, sealing, soundproofing, reinforcement, and protection in construction and industry. Sika operates in 102 countries with over 400 production sites and 34,476 employees. Sika France SAS achieved revenue >620 million euros in 2024.
• Université Paris-SaclaycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Six-year research partnership (2019-2025) with Université Paris-Saclay for the development of the PROLISOUPLE ECO₂ cement-free adhesive mortar. The collaboration focused on developing a reliable alternative to Portland cement while maintaining robustness and flexibility for construction site requirements.
• HeerominorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Heero to provide financing assistance information for renovation projects. Heero helps connect PAREXLANKO customers with information about available financial aid for thermal renovation work.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Weber (Saint-Gobain): Weber is Saint-Gobain's specialty industrial mortars and facade systems brand and the closest direct competitor to Parexlanko in the French market, offering tile adhesives, renders, ITE systems, and waterproofing mortars through an overlapping professional distributor network.
• PRB: PRB is a French specialist manufacturer of facade coatings, tile adhesives, and insulation systems serving the same artisan and prescriber segments as Parexlanko. It is one of the leading domestic mortar brands competing head-to-head on ITE and facade ranges.
• Mapei: Mapei is a global leader in construction chemicals — adhesives, sealants, and mortars — competing with Parexlanko across tile installation, concrete repair, and facade systems, particularly on large commercial and infrastructure projects in France.
• Bostik (Arkema): Bostik, Arkema's adhesives and sealants business, overlaps directly with Parexlanko's tile adhesive, joint, and waterproofing ranges. It is a major competitor in the French professional construction channel.
• Knauf: Knauf France competes with Parexlanko in ITE systems, plaster-based renders, and tiling products, selling through overlapping building-material distributor networks and targeting the same artisan and prescriber segments.

Broad incumbents

• Sika AG: Sika AG is Parexlanko's parent company and the global incumbent in construction chemicals, with parallel product lines in bonding, sealing, waterproofing, and concrete repair. Its global master brand competes with Parexlanko's specialty positioning at a wider portfolio scale.
• BASF Master Builders Solutions: BASF's Master Builders Solutions division offers concrete admixtures, repair mortars, and waterproofing systems overlapping with Parexlanko's masonry, civil-engineering, and concrete-repair ranges as a large diversified incumbent.

Regional players

• Ciments Calcia (Heidelberg Materials): Ciments Calcia is the French cement and concrete products subsidiary of Heidelberg Materials, a regional incumbent supplying cement, mortars, and masonry products to overlapping French professional and infrastructure customers.
• VM Béton (Vicat): Vicat is a French cement and concrete specialist whose mortars and ready-mix concrete offerings overlap with Parexlanko's masonry, civil-engineering, and self-placing concrete categories, serving French construction markets.

Emerging players

• PCI Augsburg (Sika): PCI Augsburg, also part of the Sika family, focuses on tile adhesives, grouts, and waterproofing systems — products that overlap with Parexlanko's tiling and waterproofing ranges, making it a sister-brand peer within the same parent group.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights1 record

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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