Kalekim AŞ

R&D Institution

www.kalekim.com/tr-enIstanbul, Türkiye
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About

Kalekim Construction Chemicals Co. which was founded in 1973 and started its activities with the production of ceramic adhesives and grouts and continues today with producing any kind of chemicals for the construction sector. Kalekim has a production capacity of approximately 900.000 tons/year of dry mortar and 100.000 tons/year of paint/plaster. According to European Quality Standards, all Kalekim facilities are capable of producing products with the same quality and performance regardless of where they are located, regardless of the raw materials they use. When manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management System, TSE and European Standards, Kalekim goods retain their quality for many years after use. Kalekim produces locally in partnership with Albania (Dry mortar) and Kenya (Dry mortar) and exports it to 80 countries. In Iraq and Romania, dry mortar investment studies are ongoing. Kalekim R&D Center, which employs a total of 33 experts, houses one of the industry's best-equipped R&D laboratories with equipment value of 2 mio $. Materials including cement, resin, and polymer dispersion are used in Kalekim to create a variety of products including ceramic applications, water insulation, heat insulation, floor systems, paints, plaster, repair mortars, surface preparation materials and concrete additives are produced. R&D team develops approximately 25 new products and improves 35 existing product projects per year that provides cost savings. In order to maintain its position as the market leader in ceramic applications, Kalekim is constantly increasing its product portfolio. As of now, Kalekim has nearly 300 products.

Destination 4. Efficient, sustainable and inclusive energy use

HORIZON-CL5-2026-09-D4-03: Advanced data platforms to integrate whole life carbon in building information tools, assessments, and certification (Built4People Partnership)

Destination 3. Sustainable, secure and competitive energy supply

HORIZON-CL5-2026-03-D3-18: Grid-forming capabilities for more resilient and RES-based electricity grids

Representatives

Senior EU Grants and Funding Specialist

Kalekim AŞ