Is the lack of training and inadequate standard development in India a concern for the sealant business?
They are not a major concern area, provided we take precautions at the site. Our clients need to be aware of the properties of the products. We tend to follow ASTM standards—that is the ASTM1184 standard for structural sealants. We have a technical manual which we recommend our clients follow for application as well as testing of our products. What are your plans for in India in the near future, in terms of new products as well as expansion? Usually, our products are developed in the United States and Europe and are used there for a few years. For Asia, we assess the need for products and then introduce them according to the specific needs. We are already strong in Asia and India. For India in particular, we have offices in major cities. We are also planning to put in a lab and a factory and increase our regional focus. We are bringing in professionals into this market who will identify the needs. What would you like to say to the architects and engineering professionals who read this
