Sika Corporation and Vector Corrosion Technologies Join Forces to Expand the Use of Corrosion Mitigation Systems for Concrete

Sika Corporation and Vector Corrosion Technologies are pleased to announce the formation of a sales and marketing alliance to develop the market for corrosion mitigation systems to extend the service life of existing concrete and masonry structures.

According to the recently completed study by the Federal Highway Administration, the annual direct cost of corrosion to the United States economy is estimated at $276 billion, or 3.1% of the Gross Domestic Product.  The corrosion of reinforcing steel is a primary cause for the repair of buildings, bridges, parking garages, marine structures and industrial plants.

Under the new agreement, Sika Corporation and Vector Corrosion Technologies will jointly market and distribute Vector’s extensive line of corrosion mitigation systems including Galvashield XP and Galvashield CC embedded galvanic anodes, Ebonex andoes for impressed current cathodic protection, and Norcure Chloride Extraction and Re-alkalization systems.

“With the addition of Vector’s products, Sika will now offer the most complete line of repair, corrosion mitigation, and protection systems in the industry," comments Rick Montani, Senior Vice President, Construction Products Division.

According to David Whitmore, President of Vector Corrosion Technologies, “Sika’s market representation and focus on the engineering community will most certainly enhance Vector’s efforts in these areas.  We look forward to working with Sika to jointly develop the market for new and innovative corrosion mitigation systems.”

Vector Corrosion Technologies is a member of the Vector Construction Group, a privately owned corporation based in Winnipeg Manitoba with 11 offices throughout Canada and the United States.  The company takes pride in offering the most technically advanced yet cost effective solutions for concrete structures subject to corrosion damage and has earned numerous awards and patents for product innovation.