Munich, Germany | May 4–7, 2026 | Messe München | Booth C3/200
The Water and Civil Infrastructure group, that sits within Henkel's  Infrastructure Protection and Repair (IPR) division was established to address the rapidly growing global challenge of aging infrastructure and to help solve some of the most complex issues facing the water industry today.
As water networks around the world continue to deteriorate, utilities and industrial operators are increasingly looking for reliable, long‑term solutions that minimize downtime, reduce operational risk, and extend the service life of critical assets. With decades of hands‑on experience and a deep understanding of water industry environments, Henkel’s Water and Civil Infrastructure group delivers proven, high‑performance technologies designed to restore, strengthen, and protect essential infrastructure.
IPR’s water industry solutions are delivered through a portfolio of trusted technologies and brands, including Advanced Valve Technologies (AVT), GeoTree, LifeLast, Stopaq, Polyken, Canusa, Covalence, LOCTITE and LOCTITE Pulse. Together, these solutions enable infrastructure owners to safely and efficiently rehabilitate critical assets while maintaining system integrity and performance.

Comprehensive Solutions for the Water Industry

Henkel offers one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of infrastructure repair and protection solutions, including:
  • Valve installation without shutting off flow
  • Large‑diameter pipeline lining and structural reinforcement
  • Manhole rehabilitation
  • Steel water line and tank protection
  • Advanced coating systems
  • Machine‑applied tape coatings for large pipelines
  • Heat‑shrink sleeve applications
  • Liquid epoxy coatings that deliver durable pipeline protection
Through these pioneering technologies—combined with exceptional engineering expertise—Henkel helps industries extend both the life and value of their infrastructure. By improving reliability, reducing operational disruptions, and enhancing long‑term sustainability, the group plays a vital role in ensuring that the world’s most critical water systems remain resilient for generations to come.

Meet Henkel IPR at IFAT 2026

Henkel’s Water and Civil Infrastructure group will be exhibiting at IFAT 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for environmental technologies, taking place May 4–7 at Messe München. Visitors are invited to Booth C3/200 to meet our experts and learn more about innovative solutions designed specifically for the challenges facing today’s water infrastructure.