Sustainability

Sustainability

Low-carbon, durable waterproofing in line with climate goals

At Smart Sealed, we understand sustainability as a core philosophy of our business. The cement industry is the second largest producer of CO2 and therefore concrete production plays a significant role in the carbon footprint.

By implementing our experience and the portfolio of our reliable partner – Kryton, we can provide effective and realistic comprehensive solutions, keeping a green behaviour within the framework of the COP26 climate goals in the sector.

Kryton’s crystalline technology provides durable and permanent concrete waterproofing and long-lasting stable structures without compromising on the environment. It helps to reduce the project’s carbon footprint and achieve sustainability goals, preserving the health of nature.

Kryton’s solutions, which we have been presenting in the Balkans and Eastern Europe for over 10 years, lead to an extended service life of the concrete, reducing the need to replace or repair the waterproofing during the life of the structure, with a much lower life cycle impact and costs.

Stronger concrete, lower impact, and long-term value you can measure.

Sustainability That Delivers Results

Smart Sealed empowers concrete projects to go greener and last longer with Kryton’s innovative solutions. The results speak for themselves – stronger structures, fewer emissions, and real savings over the long term.

up to 400%

Increased service life of concrete structures

up to 60%

Reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional membranes

100%

Reliable reinforcement corrosion protection

up to 75%

Savings on long-term maintenance and repair costs

up to 45%

Effective reduction in construction waste generation

Kryton’s KIM delivers proven, sustainable benefits for durable, eco-friendly concrete:

  • Third-Party Verified Sustainability:
    KIM has an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) independently verified
  • Supports Low-Carbon Concrete Mixes:
    KIM enables reduction in cement content by enhancing concrete durability with supplementary cementitious materials, supporting lower-carbon mix designs (EPD).
  • Zero VOCs & Safer Indoor Air:
    By replacing surface membranes and sealers, KIM eliminates VOC emissions, improving worker safety and indoor air quality.
  • Certified for Drinking Water Applications:
    KIM is certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61, making it safe for use in potable water infrastructure. (EPD)
  • End-of-Life Advantage:
    Concrete containing KIM is, reducing construction and demolition waste. (EPD)
  • Proven in Harsh Conditions, including Marine conditions:
    A long-term independent study in Hawai confirmed KIM’s outstanding performance in tidal marine exposure. (EPD and independent report)

Krystol Internal Membrane™ (KIM®) – Environmental Product Declaration

Reducing carbon, waste, and risk while supporting green building standards

Concrete sustainability through innovation

Lowering Lifetime Carbon Footprint

  • Improve the durability and longevity of concrete, reducing the need for carbon-intensive and costly repairs and maintenance
  • Use less cement to achieve the same durability as high-strength concrete with Hard-Cem
  • Postpone demolition and the associated release of carbon by decades since Kryton products can more than double the longevity of concrete
  • Hard-Cem contributes to the requirement for up to seven categories of LEED points and Envision and STARS credits

Reducing Construction Waste

  • Eliminate need for toxic surface products like dry shakes and liquid densifiers
  • Concrete remains recyclable
  • Admixtures are packaged in pulpable bags

Ensuring Worker Health & Safety

  • Eliminate toxic chemicals to protect construction workers and surrounding habitat

Supporting Community

  • We work with industry associations and educational institutions to present the benefits of the green behaviour

Earn LEED Points with Smart Sealed

By using the Smart Sealed solutions, based on Kryton’s technology, we estimate your contribution to the health of the nature by the LEED points across the following categories:

Site Development: Protect or Restore Habitat – up to 2 points

Kryton can help reduce site disturbance as Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) waterproofing admixture is added directly to the concrete mix, eliminating the need for extra excavation to accommodate surface-applied waterproofing membranes.

Heat Island Reduction – up to 2 points

Kryton can help waterproof green roofs and suspended slabs.

Rainwater Management – up to 3 points

KIM is often used to waterproof concrete stormwater runoff cisterns. This Low Impact Development (LID) technique collects water for future use, promoting water conservation and reducing water utility costs.

Building Life Cycle Impact Reduction – up to 3 points

Kryton’s products can repair concrete during renovations, increasing both the durability and service life of the structure.

Construction and Demolition Waste Management – up to 2 points

KIM’s pulpable paper bags can be added to the concrete plant mixer or truck unopened, eliminating all
packaging waste. Additionally, concrete with KIM can be recycled after demolition, unlike concrete with
surface-applied membranes.

Low-Emitting Materials – up to 3 points

KIM and Krystol T1 & T2 Waterproofing System contain no volatile organic compounds (VOC) and can replace VOC emitting paints, sealers, and membranes.

Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan – up to 1 point

Krystol products can replace VOC materials and do not expose workers to VOCs.

Indoor Air Quality Assessment – up to 2 points

KIM and Krystol Waterstop System are VOC-free and can help meet air quality test requirements.

Innovation and Design – up to 5 points

KIM frees designers from the constraints of using a surface-applied membrane.