Brief Bio

Sindhu Menon, PhD is a seasoned technical leader currently serving as the Regional Technical Director (R&D / QC) for ARDEX Group in Asia based in Singapore since 2024. She leads cross-functional teams in developing and optimizing advanced construction materials, with a particular focus on cementitious systems and resin chemistry. With a strong background in R&D and quality control, Sindhu plays a pivotal role in driving innovation, ensuring product excellence, and supporting strategic growth across the region.

Prior to joining the ARDEX Group, she has served in various positions within BASF in Germany, China and Singapore spanning R&D, Technical Services and Product Management for 13 years. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA and a post-doctoral stint with the University of Basel, Switzerland

Synergistic integration of resin chemistry to restore integrity of cementitious concrete 

Concrete repair solutions are indispensable to ensuring the continued structural integrity, service life and durability across varies industries. During the operational phase, the concrete structures are subjected to harsh conditions like constant heavy loads, water ingress and saltwater / chemical exposure. Restoration efforts require tailored approach to rectification that balance safety, functionality and longevity with cost and compliance. Product design that draws on the synergy between resin and cement chemistry provides significant flexibility to industry practitioners. Incorporation of resin chemistry into repair solutions has multi-faceted effects – superior substrate adhesion, built-in movement accommodation in dynamic structures, resistance to freeze thaw cycles, chloride ingress and carbonation to name a few. A systems-based approach that combines related product solutions is the most effective way to leverage these benefits and is actively practiced in Southeast Asia by ARDEX Group with our Quicseal range. In the talk, I hope to share my excitement on this topic and look forward to an interesting exchange with you.