Leading self leveling concrete manufacturers like CEMEX, Holcim Saint-Gobain, Sika AG, and Mapei Corporation are shaking the self leveling concrete landscape through new product launches, mergers, and acquisitions. For instance, in August 2023, MAPEI Canada, a global leader in the manufacturing of sealants, adhesives, and chemical products for the construction industry, introduced a new product named Mapefloor CPU/SBF. It is a high-strength, self leveling cementitious polyurethane screed featuring improved flowability for industrial flooring.
Engineers at MAPEI Canada designed Mapefloor CPU/SBF specifically to cover industrial floors that are subject to aggressive chemicals and medium to heavy traffic flow. It possesses high mechanical strength and abrasion resistance. The new product provides enhanced flowability, enabling installation crews to achieve quicker and easier application than traditional CPU screed systems.
From food and beverage processing plants and laboratories to warehouses, chemical processing plants, and storage areas, Mapefloor CPU/SBF can be used in a wide variety of applications. More companies are expected to follow this trend and focus on developing more advanced self-leveling concrete to stay ahead of the competition.
In February 2024, MAPEI Canda also announced the acquisition of Diaplas, a leading company that specializes in producing profiles and trims for floors and walls. This will further help the company to increase its sales and expand its customer base.
According to a recent report published by Coherent Market Insights, the global self leveling concrete market is projected to grow from US$ 5.70 billion in 2024 to US$ 7.76 billion by 2031. Global self leveling concrete sales will likely surge at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period. Increasing spending on residential and commercial buildings is a primary factor propelling demand for self leveling concrete. Similarly, growing popularity of smart cities and surging need for modern construction technologies are expected to boost the industry.
Self leveling concrete offers numerous advantages over traditional concrete, making it a highly attractive option for construction companies. It is easy to use, more flexible, and durable, and reduce the need for separate concrete leveling equipment.
“Rising popularity of self leveling concrete (SLC) in smart homes and 3D printing will aid in expanding the global self-leveling market in the coming years,” says a lead analyst at Coherent Market Insights. SLC’s enhanced features are making it ideal for usage in smart homes and the 3D printing sector.
To capitalize on the emerging opportunities, key manufacturers of self leveling concrete are employing various strategies. For instance, they are constantly investing in research and development activities to produce innovative products for modern construction. They are also forming strategic alliances with other industry players and OEMs to expand their market footprints.
North America, spearheaded by the United States, currently dominates the global self leveling market, holding a share of around 37.8% in 2024. This can be attributed to booming construction sector, growing demand for smart construction materials, and presence of leading players.
On the other hand, Asia Pacific region is expected to become a happy hunting ground for companies owing to rapid urbanization and industrialization as well as increasing government spending in expanding residential and commercial projects. Some of the factors that hinder market growth to some extent include high product prices and non-availability of products, especially in certain developing and underdeveloped nations.
