Fester

What Fester does

Fester is a Mexican construction-chemicals brand operating under Henkel Capital S.A. de C.V. (the Mexican subsidiary of Germany's Henkel AG & Co. KGaA). Founded in 1948, Fester designs, manufactures, and distributes waterproofing systems, sealants, adhesives, repair mortars, grouts, anchors, and surface-treatment products for civil, industrial, and residential construction. Its portfolio spans seven product lines and is built on proprietary chemistries including acrylic, cementitious, elastomeric, and epoxy-based systems, with registered technologies such as FIBRE FORCE® (fiber-reinforced crack-bridging waterproofing up to 4 mm), Cool Roof reflective coatings (FIDE-certified), and CR-NANOTECH nanoactive integral waterproofing. Product warranties range from 3 to 12 years and are backed by technical consultation, training content (Fester Tips, webinars), and third-party certifications (ONNCCE, ISO 9001, LEED, NOM, FIDE).

Fester generates revenue primarily through one-time sales of its proprietary construction-chemical products via a nationwide network of certified distributors across all Mexican states, complemented by an own-storefront e-commerce channel and digital retailer partnerships for SMB and residential buyers. Pricing is quote-based and varies by product line, size, and variant; individual SKU pricing is not publicly disclosed. A secondary revenue stream is technical services and project-specific advisory (specification support, application guidance, on-site consultation). The customer base is fragmented across construction professionals (architects, engineers, contractors, applicators), homeowners/DIY buyers served by consumer-friendly sub-lines (IMPERHOME, IMPERFÁCIL), and industrial end-users in chemical, steel, mining, automotive, and power-generation sectors requiring high-performance grouts and mortars.

The company is headquartered in Huixquilucan, Estado de México, with a founding/operational footprint in Ciudad de León, and employs 501-1000 staff. Go-to-market is predominantly channel-partner driven, with supporting inside-sales, digital marketing (paid social, SEO, email, webinars), and a self-serve website offering product information, distributor location, quote requests, and order follow-up. As a Henkel-owned brand, Fester draws on its parent's global R&D, procurement, and operational infrastructure while operating as a distinct Mexican brand with localized product specifications and certifications.

Name

Fester

Legal name

Henkel Capital, S.A. de C.V.

Website

https://fester.com.mx

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Fester is a Mexico-based construction chemicals brand owned by Henkel that designs, manufactures, and distributes waterproofing, sealing, bonding, grouting, and concrete-repair products to construction professionals, industrial customers, and homeowners through a nationwide certified distributor network and e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Chemicals

NAICS

Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255), Paint and Coating Manufacturing (325510), Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Sealants, Expansion Joints & Weatherproofing (Caulking, Joint Systems) (IMAFAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete Repair, Crack Injection & Grouts (IMADAOAD), Construction Sealants (Joint, Façade & Perimeter) (IMADAOAB), Construction Chemicals (Additives, Admixtures & Grouts) (IMAEABAC), Primers, Bonding Agents & Surface Preparation Products (IMADAOAK)

Keywords

• Construction chemicals
• Waterproofing coatings
• Concrete repair mortars
• Construction sealants
• Anchoring grouts

Headquarters

HQ city

Ciudad De León

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales — Waterproofing & Construction Chemicals: Fester generates revenue through the direct sale of its proprietary construction chemical products (waterproofing coatings, cementitious systems, sealants, adhesives, grouts, repair mortars) via a nationwide distributor network and e-commerce. Revenue is derived from one-time product purchases with varying warranty periods (3 to 12 years depending on the product line).
2. Technical Services & Support: Fester provides technical consultation, product specification support, and project-specific advisory services (via website request forms) to construction professionals, complementing product sales and strengthening customer relationships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fester manufactures and distributes proprietary construction chemical products including waterproofing coatings (acrylic, cementitious, elastomeric, bituminous), concrete repair mortars, sealants, adhesives, anchoring grouts, additives, and surface treatments. The portfolio of 7 product lines covers the full construction lifecycle from foundation to roof, serving civil, industrial, and residential construction applications across Mexico through a national distributor network.

Product overview

Fester is a comprehensive construction solutions brand with 7 product lines offering professional-grade waterproofing, sealing, adhesive, mortar, grout, and repair products. The portfolio includes cementitious waterproofing systems (CR-66, CR-65, CR-NANOTECH) for foundations, walls, and cisterns; acrylic liquid waterproofing products (ACRITON, IMPERFÁCIL, A5 FIBRATADO, IMPERHOME) for roofs and exposed surfaces; repair mortars (CM-100, CM-200, CM-201, CM-202) for concrete restoration; sealants (SUPERSEAL P, ACRITON SELLADOR); adhesives (FESTERBOND); additives (FESTEGRAL); and specialized grouts for machinery anchoring. The products are designed for civil, industrial, and residential construction applications, with technologies like FIBRE FORCE for crack-bridging, Cool Roof for thermal reflection, and NANOTECH for deep concrete penetration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FESTER ACRITON GREEN SHIELD Ecological waterproofing product with high solar reflectivity and 10-year durability, featuring Cool Roof technology that reflects solar radiation and reduces interior temperatures on residential, commercial, and industrial roofs.
• FESTER ACRITON PROSHIELD MAX 12 AÑOS Premium waterproofing product with extra-fast drying and 12-year durability for roof protection on civil and industrial construction projects.
• FESTER CL-52 Single-component waterproofing membrane with extra-fast drying for various construction applications including roofs and exposed surfaces.
• FESTER CM-200 EXPRESS Fast-setting repair mortar with quick curing time designed for urgent structural concrete repairs on civil and industrial works.
• FESTER CM-201 Easy-to-prepare and apply repair mortar with 460 kg/cm² compression resistance for structural concrete repairs.
• FESTER CR-66 with FIBRE FORCE® Flexible cementitious waterproofing for cisterns, foundations, and walls featuring proprietary FIBRE FORCE® fiber reinforcement that provides maximum structural flexibility and crack-bridging up to 4 mm.
• FESTER SUPERSEAL P Single-component polyurethane sealant with fast drying for elastic and hermetic joints in construction and industrial applications.
• FESTERBOND Acrylic adhesive, fortifier, and sealer for concrete, mortars, and porous surfaces with high adhesion, moisture resistance, and improved performance.
• FESTERGROUT NM 800 High-strength chemical mortar (grout) for fixing and anchoring systems, including machinery anchoring in industrial plants, chemical, steel, mining, automotive, and power generation facilities.
• FESTER CR-NANOTECH 99+ Powder waterproofing product for concrete using proprietary nanotechnology; nanoactive agents penetrate up to 30 cm into concrete pores and capillaries, creating a permanent integral waterproofing through chemical reaction while increasing compressive strength by 5%.
• FESTER CR-65 Single-component cement-based waterproofing product for humidity in walls, blocking capillary water infiltration, leaks, and hydrostatic pressure in the positive direction. Used for salitre and moisture remediation.
• FESTEGRAL Powder waterproofing additive for concrete containing fatty acid salts that repel water passage without affecting structural resistance.
• FESTER IMPERFÁCIL TOTAL 100% acrylic water-based waterproofing product of latest generation providing a complete solution for humidity and water leaks with fast drying that allows completion in one day.
• FESTER ACRITON SELLADOR Acrylic liquid sealant designed to prepare surfaces before applying waterproofing systems, improving adhesion and sealing pores for uniform absorption.
• FESTER CM-100 Cement-based mortar with high-quality powder resins and corrosion inhibitors for treating reinforcement steel in concrete elements during repair works.
• FESTER A5 FIBRATADO Elastomeric water-based waterproofing with fast-drying technology allowing complete waterproofing in one day, with UV resistance and wet surface adhesion.
• FESTER CM-202 High-strength fluid mortar with 460 kg/cm² compression resistance for repairing concrete elements, resistant to constant water immersion.
• FESTER CX-01 Instant-setting mortar for stopping active water leaks and sealing water outlets in concrete, mortar, or masonry elements.
• FESTER IMPERHOME 100% acrylic water-based waterproofing product for residential use that does not require reinforcement mesh and allows completion in one day, designed for DIY homeowners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Warranty coverage from 3 to 12 years depending on product line, with written warranty provided when applied following manufacturer specifications
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Henkel Capital S.A. de C.V.coreOthersFester is a brand owned and operated by Henkel Capital S.A. de C.V. (Henkel Mexico), a subsidiary of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Henkel Capital is the registered legal entity responsible for Fester's operations in Mexico, including its registered office at Boulevard Magnocentro No. 8, Huixquilucan, Estado de México. Fester benefits from Henkel's global R&D capabilities, operational infrastructure, and portfolio of construction chemical technologies.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ventasfester
• Facebookfacebook.com/FesterMexicoOficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fester-mexico

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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