Krystaline - Waterproof Concrete

What Krystaline - Waterproof Concrete does

Krystaline Technology S.A. is a Spanish construction chemistry manufacturer founded in 2016 and headquartered in Elche, Alicante, that produces C-S-H (Calcium Silicate Hydrate) crystalline admixtures and repair products for the permanent waterproofing of concrete structures. The company's core technology forms insoluble crystals and amorphous gels within the concrete pore and capillary network through enhanced hydration, reducing total pore volume and creating an integrated, self-healing waterproof barrier that reactivates in the presence of water to seal cracks up to 0.7mm. The technology is chemically integral to the concrete matrix, unlike surface-applied membranes, and is dosed at 1kg per cubic meter of concrete at the batching plant.

The product portfolio is anchored by two core lines — Aditivos Hormigón (admixtures for integral waterproofing during concrete mixing) and Reparación Hormigón (surface-applied mortars for external waterproofing of existing structures) — and is extended by the specialized Akuaguard sub-line for swimming pools and the integrated Krystaline Tanking System for buried structures including joints. All manufacturing occurs at the Elche facility. Krystaline has accumulated more than a dozen third-party certifications, most notably the DITplus Agrément from the Eduardo Torroja Institute (held only by Krystaline among crystalline manufacturers for self-healing at 0.5mm), the British Board of Agrément Certificate 19/5612 (92% permeability reduction), CE Mark, WRAS and NSF/ANSI/CAN/61 potable water approvals, EPD verification, and regional certifications from Singapore (SGBC Excellent, CIC Gold), Dubai (DCLD), and Malaysia (SIRIM).

The company operates a sales-led and channel-partner go-to-market, combining direct technical engagement with end users and an authorized distributor network spanning more than 40 countries. Pricing is quote-based and undisclosed publicly. Customers are construction contractors, structural engineers, and distributors serving use cases including basements, foundations, tunnels, water tanks, swimming pools, and marine infrastructure; documented projects include the Port of Musel in Gijón (five-year marine durability study), Interstone España (basement joint repair under hydrostatic pressure), and the Maritime Science Center in Szczecin. The founding team comprises Raúl Pérez (Production Manager), John Fiorino (Active Partner), and José Juan Oncina (CFO), with later additions of Andrei Bisceanu (COO) and Manuel López Maldonado (Technical Director Prescription).

Name

Krystaline - Waterproof Concrete

Legal name

Krystaline Technology S.A.

Website

https://krystaline.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Krystaline Technology S.A. is a Spanish manufacturer founded in 2016 that produces C-S-H crystalline admixtures and repair systems for permanent concrete waterproofing, serving construction contractors, engineers, and distributors in more than 40 countries from its Elche, Spain headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Chemicals — Concrete Waterproofing

NAICS

Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)

SIC

Industrial Inorganic Chemicals (2810), Adhesives & Sealants (2891)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMADAAAL

Concrete Admixtures & Curing Compounds

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/Cement, Concrete & Aggregates

SECONDARYIMAEABAC

Construction Chemicals (Additives, Admixtures & Grouts)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Chemicals & Industrial Materials/Specialty Chemicals

SECONDARYIMADAAAH

Cementitious Binders & Additives (Fly Ash, Slag, Silica Fume, Lime)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/Cement, Concrete & Aggregates

SECONDARYIMAIAKAK

Concrete Repair, Sealing & Waterproofing (Coatings/Membranes)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Services & Facility Operations/Industrial & Commercial Painting, Coating & Surface Treatment

Keywords

• Crystalline concrete admixtures
• Concrete waterproofing systems
• Construction chemical products
• Self-healing concrete technology
• Concrete repair mortars

Headquarters

HQ city

Elche

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Concrete Waterproofing Admixtures: Krystaline manufactures and sells admixtures for waterproofing concrete. Products include Krystaline Add1, Krystaline 1, Krystaline 1 White, and Krystaline Akuaguard for surface applications. The admixtures are dosed during concrete mixing at 1kg per cubic meter.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Krystaline manufactures and sells C-S-H (Calcium Silicate Hydrate) crystalline technology-based admixtures and surface repair mortars for waterproofing concrete structures. Products are either dosed during concrete mixing at batching plants or applied externally to existing structures, creating a permanent waterproof barrier integrated into the concrete matrix with self-healing capability for cracks up to 0.7mm. The portfolio includes the Aditivos Hormigón line, Reparación Hormigón line, the Akuaguard sub-line for swimming pools, and the Tanking System for buried structures, all manufactured at the Elche, Spain facility.

Product overview

Krystaline Technology S.A. is a Spanish manufacturer specializing in C-S-H (Calcium Silicate Hydrate) crystalline technology products for waterproofing concrete structures. The portfolio consists of two core product lines: (1) Concrete Admixtures — added during the concrete mixing process to provide permanent internal waterproofing with self-healing capabilities; and (2) Concrete Repair mortars — surface-applied products for external waterproofing and repair of existing structures. These are complemented by the specialized Akuaguard sub-product line for swimming pools and the Krystaline Tanking System for buried structures. All products are manufactured in Elche, Spain and share the same underlying C-S-H crystalline technology platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Krystaline Aditivos Hormigón (Concrete Admixtures) C-S-H crystalline technology admixtures added during concrete mixing at batching plants to permanently waterproof concrete from the inside by forming insoluble crystals and gels within the pore and capillary network. Dosed at 1kg per cubic meter of concrete, providing self-healing properties for cracks up to 0.7mm. Targeted at construction contractors, structural engineers, and ready-mix concrete producers.
• Krystaline Reparación Hormigón (Concrete Repair) Surface-applied mortars and repair systems using C-S-H crystalline technology to waterproof and repair existing concrete structures from the outside. The product reactivates upon contact with water to seal cracks autonomously. Used by contractors and engineers for rehabilitation, basement joint repairs, and retrofit waterproofing of existing infrastructure.
• Krystaline Akuaguard Specialized product line for swimming pool construction, protecting concrete against corrosion and deterioration caused by salt chlorination while providing durable waterproofing. Targeted at pool builders and aquatic structure contractors requiring long-term waterproofing and chemical resistance.
• Krystaline Tanking System Comprehensive waterproofing system for buried structures using C-S-H technology, designed as a replacement for traditional waterproofing membranes. Includes joint sealing solutions and is targeted at below-grade construction including basements, foundations, tunnels, and underground facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 59.2% reduction in water penetration depth under 18 bar pressure (6mm vs 14.7mm)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered regional and core.

• Krystaline.ar (Argentina Distributor)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributorkrystaline.ar is operated by an authorized distributor of Krystaline products in the Republic of Argentina. All commercial, technical, logistical, and advisory activities related to products are the responsibility of the local distributor.
• Interstone EspañaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInterstone España uses Krystaline repair systems for waterproofing projects, particularly for joint repairs in underground construction with hydrostatic pressure challenges.
• Instituto de Ciencias de la Construcción Eduardo Torroja (CSIC)coreTechnology or IntegrationIndependent testing laboratory that verified Krystaline's sulfate resistance and conducted DITplus certification testing. Represents important third-party validation of product performance.
• British Board of Agrément (BBA)coreTechnology or IntegrationInternational certification body that provided Certificate 19/5612 confirming 92% reduction in permeability and increased strength properties.
• NSF InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal public health organization that certified Krystaline products to NSF/ANSI/CAN/61 standard for potable water contact safety.
• Singapore Green Building CouncilregionalTechnology or IntegrationProvided green building certification for Krystaline products, assessing them as safer, healthier, efficient and sustainable products.
• Leading Spanish Construction Company (Port of Musel Partnership)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for five-year marine durability study at Port of Musel in Gijón. Concrete samples embedded with sensors to monitor corrosion-related parameters including corrosion current density, corrosion potential, and overall corrosion rate.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• The Euclid Chemical Company: Euclid Chemical manufactures concrete admixtures, repair products, and waterproofing compounds, providing overlapping offerings with Krystaline for ready-mix concrete producers and concrete repair contractors in commercial construction markets.
• Fosroc: Fosroc is an international construction chemicals supplier offering concrete admixtures, joint sealants, and waterproofing products that overlap with Krystaline's portfolio across below-grade, marine, and water-retaining structure applications.
• RPM International (Tremco): RPM's Tremco Construction Products Group includes waterproofing membranes, sealants, and concrete repair systems that compete with Krystaline's Krystaline Tanking System and concrete repair product lines in commercial construction specifications.
• Mapei: Mapei is a major construction chemicals manufacturer with concrete admixtures, mortars, and waterproofing systems that overlap with Krystaline's product range, particularly in repair mortars and below-grade waterproofing for the same contractor and distributor ecosystem.
• Sika AG: Sika is a global construction chemicals and waterproofing heavyweight whose concrete admixture and waterproofing portfolio (Sika Waterbar, SikaProof, etc.) competes with Krystaline in below-grade and water-retaining structure applications across major construction markets.
• GCP Applied Technologies: GCP provides specialty construction chemicals including concrete admixtures and waterproofing systems, competing with Krystaline in commercial and infrastructure specifications through its global distribution network.
• BASF Master Builders Solutions: BASF's Master Builders Solutions division offers a broad portfolio of concrete admixtures including waterproofing systems (MasterLife series), competing with Krystaline across construction chemicals specifications but as one of many product categories within a much larger global portfolio.

Direct peers

• Penetron International: Penetron is the most direct competitor to Krystaline, manufacturing crystalline waterproofing admixtures and surface-applied crystalline products for concrete using comparable C-S-H formation chemistry. Both companies compete head-to-head in below-grade, marine, and water-retaining structure specifications globally.
• Kryton International: Kryton manufactures crystalline concrete waterproofing admixtures and the Hard-Cem product line, directly overlapping with Krystaline's admixture and self-healing waterproofing offerings for the same concrete contractor and specifier customer base.
• Xypex Chemical Corporation: Xypex is a pioneer in crystalline waterproofing admixture technology and a direct competitor across Krystaline's product categories, including admixtures, surface coatings, and repair systems for concrete waterproofing in basement, marine, and potable water applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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