
Sika Limited, the UK subsidiary of the worldwide Sika Group was established in 1927 and through both organic growth and commercial acquisition, including the incorporation of former Trocal and Armorex materials, produces and markets a wide range of state-of-the-art systems. This activity is underpinned by unrivalled innovation in product development, the highest standards of manufacturing and renowned technical advice and in-situ guidance. Pioneers of a fully integrated service, the company is acknowledged in providing for end users or their specifiers, be they clients, designers, engineers, producers, distributors, merchants and contractors.
Within the UK, as in all other group locations, Sika operates to optimal levels of performance, demonstrated through possession of EN ISO 9001 certification for quality control and EN ISO 14001 for environmental management. Wherever possible products are manufactured to European and British Standards, are approved by the British Board of Agrément or provide unique and superior properties. Additionally, Sika Limited was one of the first companies in construction and industrial products to achieve the status of Investors in People, a benefit to those using the organisation, be it in the form of RIBA CPD accredited presentations, project surveys or after sales guidance.
Sika Limited are also active members of many organisations and bodies relevant to the strategic application fields.
The reputation for Sika for quality and reliability is virtually unmatched, illustrated through a comprehensive portfolio of problem solving products that have been employed for many years in wide diversity of applications.
Specialist bonding and sealing solution for a mirrored glass structure at London's Royal Observatory was supplied by Sika.
Sikasil SG-500 structural silicone adhesive was used to bond the 12 large individual panes of glass after they were carefully craned into position. Fast-curing, it is said to have unrivalled resistance to UV and weathering, with stability through a wide temperature range.