For complex infrastructure and construction projects, normal concrete comes short. These projects need what is called High Performance Concrete, which is made by adding certain special additives to cement. Called Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs), these additives have emerged as a key innovation in concrete technology. 20 Microns Limited, an R&D driven industrial minerals and specialty additives company, is a key player in this space in India.
SCMs are engineered materials that partially replace traditional Portland cement in concrete mixes. Their role is not just substitution — they actively enhance concrete’s properties, improving workability, durability, strength, and environmental performance.
The flagship product of 20 Microns in the SCM space is Metakaolin, a high-reactivity pozzolan. It is manufactured through controlled thermal activation and particle refinement, resulting in a super-reactive pozzolan that enhances concrete at the microstructural level. 20 Microns is the pioneer in the production of Metakaolin in India. It is primarily used in specialized concrete applications, contributing to enhanced durability, strength, and overall performance—key requirements for large infrastructure projects, ready-mix concrete plants, and precast elements, where consistency and desired concrete properties are critical.
With the increasing infrastructure development, supportive government policies, rise in high-rise building construction, and growing emphasis on sustainable construction, the use of SCMs has become increasingly essential. These factors have significantly contributed to the strong growth of 20 Micron’s business in this segment.
20Micron is quietly building larger presence in the construction sector. Its recent joint venture in India with Sievert SE, Germany, focuses on the construction chemicals domain. The JV – Sievert 20 Microns Building Materials Pvt. Ltd – offers products such as tile adhesives, waterproofing systems, and flooring solutions under the Hahne brand.
While the JV’s products are distinct from SCMs, together, they reflect 20 Microns’ growing portfolio of value-added solutions in the construction ecosystem.
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