{"id":8198,"date":"2025-06-27T16:01:02","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T16:01:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/?page_id=8198"},"modified":"2025-06-27T16:04:44","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T16:04:44","slug":"sustainability","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/sustainability\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_section][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column ts_col_bg_expand=&#8221;left&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751030291667{background-image: url(https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sustainable-architect-designing-green-building-scaled.jpg?id=8203) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751030231587{padding-left: 40px !important;}&#8221;]<h2 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Low-carbon, durable waterproofing in line with climate goals<\/h2>\n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]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.<\/p>\n<p>By implementing our experience and the portfolio of our reliable partner \u2013 Kryton, we can provide effective and realistic comprehensive solutions, keeping a green behaviour within the framework of the COP26 climate goals in the sector.<\/p>\n<p>Kryton\u2019s crystalline technology provides durable and permanent concrete waterproofing and long-lasting stable structures without compromising on the environment. It helps to reduce the project\u2019s carbon footprint and achieve sustainability goals, preserving the health of nature.<\/p>\n<p>Kryton\u2019s 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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row ts_bgcolor=&#8221;grey&#8221; full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751035012863{padding-top: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"ts-element-heading-wrapper ts-heading-inner ts-element-align-center ts-seperator-none \"><section class=\"ts-vc_cta3-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_general ts-vc_cta3 ts-cta3-only ts-vc_cta3-style-classic ts-vc_cta3-shape-rounded ts-vc_cta3-align-center ts-vc_cta3-color-transparent ts-vc_cta3-icon-size-md ts-vc_cta3-actions-no ts-cta3-with-desc\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content-header ts-wrap\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-headers ts-wrap-cell\"><h4 class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Stronger concrete, lower impact, and long-term value you can measure.<\/h4>\n<h2 class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Sustainability That Delivers Results<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\"><p>Smart Sealed empowers concrete projects to go greener and last longer with Kryton\u2019s innovative solutions. The results speak for themselves &#8211; stronger structures, fewer emissions, and real savings over the long term.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div> <!-- .ts-element-heading-wrapper container --> [vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;ts-no-gutter ts-box-seprator&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751034849691{padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;]\r\n<div class=\"ts-ihbox ts-ihbox-style-3 ts-ihbox-itype-icon \">\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-sbox-bgimage-layer ts-bgimage-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-wrapper-bg-layer ts-bg-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-inner\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon ts-large-icon ts-icon-skincolor\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon-wrapper\"><i class=\"themifyicon ti-home\"><\/i><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-contents\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-vc_general ts-vc_cta3 ts-cta3-only ts-vc_cta3-style-classic ts-vc_cta3-shape-rounded ts-vc_cta3-align-left ts-vc_cta3-color-transparent ts-vc_cta3-icon-size-md ts-vc_cta3-actions-no ts-cta3-with-desc\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content-header ts-wrap\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-headers ts-wrap-cell\"><h2 class=\"ts-custom-heading \">up to 400%<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\"> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\">Increased service life of concrete structures<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .ts-ihbox-contents -->\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;]\r\n<div class=\"ts-ihbox ts-ihbox-style-3 ts-ihbox-itype-icon \">\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-sbox-bgimage-layer ts-bgimage-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-wrapper-bg-layer ts-bg-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-inner\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon ts-large-icon ts-icon-skincolor\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon-wrapper\"><i class=\"themifyicon ti-angle-double-down\"><\/i><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-contents\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-vc_general ts-vc_cta3 ts-cta3-only ts-vc_cta3-style-classic ts-vc_cta3-shape-rounded ts-vc_cta3-align-left ts-vc_cta3-color-transparent ts-vc_cta3-icon-size-md ts-vc_cta3-actions-no ts-cta3-with-desc\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content-header ts-wrap\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-headers ts-wrap-cell\"><h2 class=\"ts-custom-heading \">up to 60%<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\"> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\">Reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional membranes<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .ts-ihbox-contents -->\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;]\r\n<div class=\"ts-ihbox ts-ihbox-style-3 ts-ihbox-itype-icon 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corrosion protection<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .ts-ihbox-contents -->\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;]\r\n<div class=\"ts-ihbox ts-ihbox-style-3 ts-ihbox-itype-icon \">\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-sbox-bgimage-layer ts-bgimage-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-wrapper-bg-layer ts-bg-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-inner\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon ts-large-icon ts-icon-skincolor\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon-wrapper\"><i class=\"themifyicon ti-money\"><\/i><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-contents\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-vc_general ts-vc_cta3 ts-cta3-only ts-vc_cta3-style-classic ts-vc_cta3-shape-rounded ts-vc_cta3-align-left ts-vc_cta3-color-transparent ts-vc_cta3-icon-size-md ts-vc_cta3-actions-no ts-cta3-with-desc\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content-header ts-wrap\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-headers ts-wrap-cell\"><h2 class=\"ts-custom-heading \">up to 75%<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\"> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\">Savings on long-term maintenance and repair costs<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .ts-ihbox-contents -->\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/5&#8243;]\r\n<div class=\"ts-ihbox ts-ihbox-style-3 ts-ihbox-itype-icon \">\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-sbox-bgimage-layer ts-bgimage-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-wrapper-bg-layer ts-bg-layer\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-inner\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon ts-large-icon ts-icon-skincolor\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-icon-wrapper\"><i class=\"themifyicon ti-trash\"><\/i><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"ts-ihbox-contents\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-vc_general ts-vc_cta3 ts-cta3-only ts-vc_cta3-style-classic ts-vc_cta3-shape-rounded ts-vc_cta3-align-left ts-vc_cta3-color-transparent ts-vc_cta3-icon-size-md ts-vc_cta3-actions-no ts-cta3-with-desc\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content-header ts-wrap\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-headers ts-wrap-cell\"><h2 class=\"ts-custom-heading \">up to 45%<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\"> <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t<div class=\"ts-cta3-content-wrapper\">Effective reduction in construction waste generation<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- .ts-ihbox-contents -->\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<h2 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading vc_custom_1751035262714\" >Kryton\u2019s KIM delivers proven, sustainable benefits for durable, eco-friendly concrete:<\/h2>\n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Third-Party Verified Sustainability:<\/strong><br \/>\nKIM has an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) independently verified<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Supports Low-Carbon Concrete Mixes:<br \/>\n<\/strong>KIM enables reduction in cement content by enhancing concrete durability with supplementary cementitious materials, supporting lower-carbon mix designs (EPD).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Zero VOCs &amp; Safer Indoor Air:<br \/>\n<\/strong>By replacing surface membranes and sealers, KIM eliminates VOC emissions, improving worker safety and indoor air quality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Certified for Drinking Water Applications:<\/strong><br \/>\nKIM is certified to NSF\/ANSI Standard 61, making it safe for use in potable water infrastructure. (EPD)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>End-of-Life Advantage:<\/strong><br \/>\nConcrete containing KIM is, reducing construction and demolition waste. (EPD)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Proven in Harsh Conditions, including Marine conditions:<\/strong><br \/>\nA long-term independent study in Hawai confirmed KIM\u2019s outstanding performance in tidal marine exposure. (EPD and independent report)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751035989818{margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;border-radius: 5px !important;border-color: #DDE0E4 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745562528218{padding-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751036038351{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]Krystol Internal Membrane\u2122 (KIM\u00ae) &#8211; Environmental Product Declaration[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745562843690{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<div class=\"ts-vc_icon_element ts-vc_icon_element-outer ts-vc_icon_element-align-right  vc_custom_1751035965067\"><div class=\"ts-vc_icon_element-inner  ts-vc_icon_element-color-skincolor ts-vc_icon_element-size-sm ts-vc_icon_element-style- ts-vc_icon_element-background-color-grey\" ><span class=\"ts-vc_icon_element-icon fa fa-download\" ><\/span><a class=\"ts-vc_icon_element-link\" href=\"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/KIM-EPD.pdf\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"ts-element-heading-wrapper ts-heading-inner ts-element-align-center ts-seperator-none  vc_custom_1751036494508\"><section class=\"ts-vc_cta3-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_general ts-vc_cta3 ts-cta3-only ts-vc_cta3-style-classic ts-vc_cta3-shape-rounded ts-vc_cta3-align-center ts-vc_cta3-color-transparent ts-vc_cta3-icon-size-md ts-vc_cta3-actions-no ts-cta3-without-desc\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-content-header ts-wrap\"><div class=\"ts-vc_cta3-headers ts-wrap-cell\"><h4 class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Reducing carbon, waste, and risk while supporting green building standards<\/h4>\n<h2 class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Concrete sustainability through innovation<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div> <!-- .ts-element-heading-wrapper container --> [\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751037259505{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;]<div class=\"ts-single-image-wrapper \"><div class=\"ts-single-image-img-w ts_align_center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Smart-Sealed_icons-red01.png\" class=\"ts-single-image-img\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;]<h4 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Lowering Lifetime Carbon Footprint<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"ts-list ts-list-style-icon ts-list-icon-color-skincolor ts- ts-icon-skincolor ts-list-textsize- ts-list-icon-library-fontawesome\"><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Improve the durability and longevity of concrete, reducing the need for carbon-intensive and costly repairs and maintenance<\/span><\/li><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Use less cement to achieve the same durability as high-strength concrete with Hard-Cem<\/span><\/li><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Postpone demolition and the associated release of carbon by decades since Kryton products can more than double the longevity of concrete<\/span><\/li><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Hard-Cem contributes to the requirement for up to seven categories of LEED points and Envision and STARS credits<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751037253023{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;]<div class=\"ts-single-image-wrapper \"><div class=\"ts-single-image-img-w ts_align_center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Smart-Sealed_icons-red02.png\" class=\"ts-single-image-img\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;]<h4 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Reducing Construction Waste<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"ts-list ts-list-style-icon ts-list-icon-color-skincolor ts- ts-icon-skincolor ts-list-textsize- ts-list-icon-library-fontawesome\"><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Eliminate need for toxic surface products like dry shakes and liquid densifiers<\/span><\/li><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Concrete remains recyclable<\/span><\/li><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Admixtures are packaged in pulpable bags<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751037228434{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;]<div class=\"ts-single-image-wrapper \"><div class=\"ts-single-image-img-w ts_align_center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Smart-Sealed_icons-red03.png\" class=\"ts-single-image-img\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;]<h4 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Ensuring Worker Health &amp; Safety<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"ts-list ts-list-style-icon ts-list-icon-color-skincolor ts- ts-icon-skincolor ts-list-textsize- ts-list-icon-library-fontawesome\"><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">Eliminate toxic chemicals to protect construction workers and surrounding habitat<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751037244989{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;]<div class=\"ts-single-image-wrapper \"><div class=\"ts-single-image-img-w ts_align_center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Smart-Sealed_icons-red04.png\" class=\"ts-single-image-img\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;]<h4 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Supporting Community<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"ts-list ts-list-style-icon ts-list-icon-color-skincolor ts- ts-icon-skincolor ts-list-textsize- ts-list-icon-library-fontawesome\"><li><i class=\"ts-skincolor fa fa-chevron-circle-right\"><\/i>  <span class=\"ts-list-li-content\">We work with industry associations and educational institutions to present the benefits of the green behaviour<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row ts_bgcolor=&#8221;grey&#8221; full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751039967585{padding-top: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<h2 style=\"text-align:left;\" class=\"ts-custom-heading \" >Earn LEED Points with Smart Sealed<\/h2>\n[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]By using the Smart Sealed solutions, based on Kryton\u2019s technology, we estimate your contribution to the health of the nature by the LEED points across the following categories:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row ts_bgcolor=&#8221;grey&#8221; full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column ts_col_bg_expand=&#8221;left&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751039881629{background-image: url(https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sustainability_Sec04.jpeg?id=8292) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751039922340{padding-left: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5>Site Development: Protect or Restore Habitat &#8211; up to 2 points<\/h5>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<h5>Heat Island Reduction &#8211; up to 2 points<\/h5>\n<p>Kryton can help waterproof green roofs and suspended slabs.<\/p>\n<h5>Rainwater Management &#8211; up to 3 points<\/h5>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<h5>Building Life Cycle Impact Reduction &#8211; up to 3 points<\/h5>\n<p>Kryton\u2019s products can repair concrete during renovations, increasing both the durability and service life of the structure.<\/p>\n<h5>Construction and Demolition Waste Management &#8211; up to 2 points<\/h5>\n<p>KIM\u2019s pulpable paper bags can be added to the concrete plant mixer or truck unopened, eliminating all<br \/>\npackaging waste. Additionally, concrete with KIM can be recycled after demolition, unlike concrete with<br \/>\nsurface-applied membranes.<\/p>\n<h5>Low-Emitting Materials &#8211; up to 3 points<\/h5>\n<p>KIM and Krystol T1 &amp; T2 Waterproofing System contain no volatile organic compounds (VOC) and can replace VOC emitting paints, sealers, and membranes.<\/p>\n<h5>Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan &#8211; up to 1 point<\/h5>\n<p>Krystol products can replace VOC materials and do not expose workers to VOCs.<\/p>\n<h5>Indoor Air Quality Assessment &#8211; up to 2 points<\/h5>\n<p>KIM and Krystol Waterstop System are VOC-free and can help meet air quality test requirements.<\/p>\n<h5>Innovation and Design &#8211; up to 5 points<\/h5>\n<p>KIM frees designers from the constraints of using a surface-applied membrane.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_section][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column ts_col_bg_expand=&#8221;left&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751030291667{background-image: url(https:\/\/smartsealed.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/sustainable-architect-designing-green-building-scaled.jpg?id=8203) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1751030231587{padding-left: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]At Smart Sealed, we understand sustainability as a core philosophy of our business. 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