Hermeta Acquired by RPM Belgium

To broaden its waterproofing product offerings for balconies, pedestrian traffic decks and industrial floors, the RPM Belgium Group has acquired Hermeta Chemie GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany. The company produces polyurethane- and epoxy-based coating systems sold primarily in Germany, Poland and Scandinavia. An operating unit of RPM International Inc., based in the U.S., the RPM Belgium Group produces industrial flooring and specialty waterproofing products for applications that include building foundations and other below-grade concrete, bridge decking, balconies and terraces, stadia and car parking decks. Its businesses include RPM/Belgium N.V., Alteco Technik GmbH, Monile France and Alteco Polymer Systems.