What Vandex does

Vandex is a construction chemicals brand specializing in mineral-based and polymer-modified waterproofing, protection, and repair solutions for concrete structures. Its product portfolio spans five application areas (civil engineering, concrete repair, potable water, old building refurbishment, and waste water) and five product groups (jointing, repair and protection, speciality, waterproofing, and drinking water), with named core ranges including VANDEX CEMLINE, CEMELAST, UNI MORTAR 1, ROUGH CAST, BB 75, ANTI SULPHATE, INJECTION MORTAR (VIM), LEVELLING PLASTER, MINERALIT, and REFURBISHMENT PLASTER WHITE. The company holds WRAS certification for potable water contact products and is listed on the UK DWI approved products register, reflecting regulatory gatekeeping for the drinking water infrastructure segment. The business model is indirect and B2B: pricing is not publicly disclosed, customers are directed to contact the Vandex team, and products are sold worldwide through a network of subsidiaries, distributors, and applicators rather than direct e-commerce. The marketing motion is content-led, with a corporate website organized by application area and product group, plus downloadable technical documentation, application videos, and a water analysis tool targeting specifiers, consulting engineers, and applicators. Vandex operates as a brand within the Tremco CPG Europe conglomerate group, which also encompasses Illbruck, Flowcrete, Nullifire, Tremco, Dryvit, and Nudura.

Name

Vandex

Legal name

Vandex

Website

https://vandex.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Vandex is a construction chemicals brand specializing in mineral-based waterproofing, protection, and repair solutions for concrete structures, serving civil engineering, potable water, and refurbishment applications worldwide through distributors and applicators within the Tremco CPG Europe group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Chemicals (Concrete Waterproofing and Repair)

NAICS

Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Adhesives & Sealants (2891), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Concrete Repair, Crack Injection & Grouts (IMADAOAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete Waterproofing & Moisture Mitigation (HSAGALAF), Storage & Conveyance Structures (Reservoirs, Tanks, Culverts, Tunnels) (IMAFAGAE)

Keywords

• Construction chemicals
• Concrete waterproofing
• Mineral-based coatings
• Potable water sealants
• Concrete repair mortars

Headquarters

HQ city

Baar

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Vandex manufactures and supplies professional construction chemical products (mineral-based and polymer-modified coatings, mortars, injection materials, and plasters) for the waterproofing, protection, and repair of concrete structures. The portfolio serves application areas including civil engineering, concrete repair, potable water facilities, old building refurbishment, and wastewater environments, and is backed by technical consultation, engineering, training, and R&D services.

Product overview

Vandex is a comprehensive portfolio of professional construction chemical products for waterproofing, protection, and repair of concrete structures. The product line is organized into five main categories: Jointing Products (for joint and crack protection), Repair and Protection (for concrete restoration), Speciality Products (easy-application solutions), Waterproofing Products (for water-resistant structures), and Drinking Water Products (WRAS certified solutions for potable water). The core offerings include mineral-modified coatings like VANDEX CEMLINE, VANDEX CEMELAST, and VANDEX MINERALIT; repair mortars such as VANDEX UNI MORTAR 1 and VANDEX ROUGH CAST; and specialist products like VANDEX ANTI SULPHATE and VANDEX INJECTION MORTAR. Products serve application areas including civil engineering, concrete repair, potable water facilities, old building refurbishment, and wastewater environments. Vandex operates as part of Tremco CPG Europe, serving the construction industry worldwide through subsidiaries, distributors, and applicators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VANDEX UNI MORTAR 1 Waterproofing and repairing mortar for horizontal and vertical surfaces, providing protection against active or passive water pressure. Resistant to frost and deicing salts. Used by construction and civil engineering professionals for concrete repair and protection.
• VANDEX ROUGH CAST Premixed mortar providing bonding bridges for the Vandex Refurbishment Plaster System, meeting WTA specifications 2-9-04/D for refurbishment applications. Used by refurbishment contractors and applicators on moisture-affected walls.
• VANDEX CEMELAST WRAS certified mineral modified coating solution providing protection for drinking water structures. Formulated for potable water applications and used by water utilities and contractors.
• VANDEX CEMLINE FS GREY Grey mineral-based coating for waterproofing drinking water tanks and structures. Used by water utilities and contractors for potable water facilities.
• VANDEX CEMLINE FS WHITE White mineral-based coating for waterproofing drinking water tanks and structures. Used by water utilities and contractors for potable water facilities.
• VANDEX CEMLINE MG 4 Mineral modified coating product for potable water applications. Used by water utilities and contractors for waterproofing drinking water infrastructure.
• VANDEX CEMLINE MG 4 FF Mineral modified coating with food-safe formulation for potable water applications. Used by water utilities and contractors in drinking water facilities.
• VANDEX CEMLINE MG 4 FF H High-performance mineral modified coating for potable water structures. Used by water utilities and contractors in demanding drinking water environments.
• VANDEX CEMLINE PRO WHITE White mineral-based coating for professional waterproofing of drinking water facilities. Used by water utilities and specialist contractors.
• VANDEX BB 75 Waterproofing slurry coating for concrete protection. Used by construction and civil engineering professionals on concrete structures.
• VANDEX ANTI SULPHATE Anti-sulphate protection product for concrete structures exposed to sulphate attack. Used by construction and civil engineering professionals in aggressive soil/water environments.
• VANDEX INJECTION MORTAR (VIM) Injection mortar for sealing cracks and voids in concrete structures. Used by specialist applicators and contractors for structural repair.
• VANDEX LEVELLING PLASTER Levelling plaster for preparing surfaces in refurbishment applications. Used by refurbishment contractors and applicators restoring older buildings.
• VANDEX MINERALIT Mineral-based coating for waterproofing and protection of building surfaces. Used by construction and refurbishment professionals on concrete and masonry.
• VANDEX REFURBISHMENT PLASTER WHITE White refurbishment plaster for moisture-affected walls and structures. Used by refurbishment contractors and applicators on damp walls.
• VANDEX FLEXTAPE ADHESIVE TW Adhesive product for sealing and waterproofing applications in drinking water environments. Used by applicators and contractors in potable water facilities.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Xypex Chemical Corporation: Specialist in crystalline waterproofing technology for concrete structures. Directly comparable to Vandex in target applications (water tanks, tunnels, below-grade structures) though competing via penetration chemistry rather than surface-applied mineral coatings.
• Kryton International: Specialty waterproofing company focused on crystalline concrete waterproofing (Krystol). Comparable to Vandex in serving potable water and infrastructure waterproofing markets, though via additive rather than coating-based technology.
• Euclid Chemical: North American manufacturer of concrete admixtures, repair mortars, and waterproofing products. Comparable to Vandex in cementitious concrete repair and waterproofing portfolio serving infrastructure and refurbishment segments.
• Mapei: Italian-based global construction chemicals company offering a comprehensive waterproofing and concrete repair range (Mapegrout, Idrostop, Mapei Aquaflex). Closely comparable to Vandex in cementitious mortars, waterproofing slurries, and refurbishment products.
• Sika AG: Global construction chemicals major with a dedicated waterproofing product line (Sika Waterproofing) including mortars, coatings, and injection systems. Directly comparable to Vandex in product category and target customer (civil engineering and concrete repair specifiers).
• Fosroc: International construction chemicals manufacturer with a dedicated waterproofing and concrete repair portfolio (Nitoproof, Renderoc, Structurite). Directly comparable to Vandex across civil engineering waterproofing and repair mortars.
• Penetron International: Manufacturer of crystalline waterproofing admixtures and coatings for concrete. Closely comparable to Vandex in target segments (potable water, wastewater, below-grade structures) but differentiated by crystalline permeability-reducing chemistry.
• Schomburg: German construction chemicals specialist with waterproofing and concrete repair systems. Comparable to Vandex in cementitious waterproofing coatings, joint sealing systems, and European infrastructure/refurbishment customer base.

Broad incumbents

• GCP Applied Technologies: Specialty construction chemicals company offering waterproofing membranes and concrete admixtures. Comparable to Vandex in waterproofing for below-grade and infrastructure applications, though with broader portfolio including membranes.
• BASF Master Builders Solutions: Construction chemicals division of BASF offering waterproofing, concrete repair, and grouting systems. Comparable to Vandex as a broad incumbent with overlapping mineral/cementitious waterproofing technologies and global distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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