Trusted by pharmaceutical owners, specifiers, and contractors worldwide, Sika ensures every element of your facility performs at the highest standard – protecting the integrity of your building, enabling safe and efficient operations, and optimizing your total cost of ownership.
As a single, reliable partner with worldwide pharmaceutical expertise, we help simplify your construction process and help you achieve critical project goals through tailored support.
Innovation is at the core of everything we do. Our advanced technologies provide proven durability, long-term performance, and sustainability, helping your projects stay on schedule, on budget, and compliant with today’s environmental standards.
Challenges in Construction & Refurbishment
At Sika, we understand the exacting standards, regulatory pressures, and contamination control requirements in pharmaceutical facility construction and maintenance.
From stringent GMP-compliant cleanroom standards to FDA compliance, every detail matters – and we’re here to help you get it right.
Maintaining stringent cleanliness and contamination control standards is essential across pharmaceutical facilities. Stricter regulations on VOC/AMC emissions, particulate levels, and biological contaminants can impact product quality, trigger failed audits, and jeopardize regulatory compliance.
Sika’s advanced Sikafloor®, Sikagard®, and Sikaflex® systems are specifically designed, tested, and certified for pharmaceutical environments, meeting rigorous industry demands with detailed test reports and certifications available to support compliance.
The increasing demand for pharmaceutical production creates pressure that frequently exceeds the industry’s ability to design, construct, and qualify new facilities in a timely manner. Using standardized and repeatable construction methods tailored to each facility’s User Requirement Specifications (URS) improves buildability, lowers costs, and accelerates operational readiness.
Sika’s globally available, easy-to-install solutions reduce risk and enhance project delivery efficiency, supporting faster timelines without compromising quality or compliance.
TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) in pharmaceutical production is not just a financial metric, it’s a strategic concern that affects risk, flexibility, and competitiveness. Balancing up-front investment with operational efficiency, future adaptability, and regulatory compliance is a continual challenge for manufacturers.
From initial design and construction to the renovation of existing facilities, Sika supports the reduction of total cost of ownership. Our durable, energy-efficient solutions accelerate project timelines, reduce downtime, and prevent contamination, while being supported by expert guidance to ensure lasting performance.
Overview of Pharmaceutical Facility Solutions
We offer a complete range of high-performance construction solutions from basement to roof – from seamless cleanroom flooring and anti-microbial wall finishes to high-performance roofing systems and waterproofing solutions for facades, basements, and substructures. Click on the points below to learn more.
The right solutions to be specified in your project should always come from personal advice of a Sika engineering expert because facility plans and requirements vary from project to project.
1. Industrial Flooring & Wall Coating
Contaminated floors and walls can jeopardize product safety, risking patient health and expensive shutdowns.
Certified Sikafloor® and Sika® Ucrete® systems minimize microbial buildup with seamless, fast-curing, non-tainting surfaces. Sikagard® and Sikaflex® systems uphold strict hygiene standards with seamless floor-to-wall integration that removes hard-to-clean joints and ensures full material compatibility.
Sika® Ucrete®
Sikafloor® Multidur
Sikafloor® DecoDur
Sika® Comfortfloor®
- Designed for controlled environments such as pharmaceutical production areas, laboratories, and other areas where hygiene, contamination control, and safety are critical
- Ensuring regulatory compliance (GMP, FDA, ISO cleanroom standards)
- Prevent contamination
- Typically seamless, non-porous, mechanical and chemical-resistant
- Prevents electrostatic discharge in sensitive areas
- Slip resistance – ensures worker safety
- Low VOC and emission levels
- Electrostatically conductive (EN63140/ EN 1081), if required
Sikagard® Wallcoat
- GMP compliant
- Biological resistance
- Hygienic
- Resistance to chemical and disinfectants
- Low VOC
Cleanroom joint sealants must be non-contaminating, durable, and resistant to microbes, with strong adhesion, flexibility, low VOCs, and chemical, mildew, and aging resistance.
Sikaflex® PRO-3 Purform®
- GMP or ISO 14644 compliant
- Biological resistance
- Resistant to disinfectants
- Good chemical resistance
- Excellent adhesion
- Odorless
- Low VOC
Sika® Ucrete®
Sikafloor® Multidur
Sikafloor® DecoDur
- Slip resistance
- Resistant to bacterial or mold growth
- Resistance to abrasion, specific chemicals and temperature
- Tolerant to substrates with high moisture content
- Slip resistance – ensures worker safety
- Very low VOC emission
- Electrostatically conductive (EN63140/ EN 1081), if required
Sikafloor® CreamPolish CS-31
Sikafloor® Terrazzo CS-32
- Decorative and economic surface solution with high mechanical and wear resistance
- Patented multi-layer dry shake application
- Grind and polished after 7 – 10 days
- Decorative finish, exposing only the finest particles of aggregate
- Low dust
- Cost-effective
- Low maintenance
Sika® Comfortfloor®
Sikafloor® DecoDur
Sikafloor® Terrazzo
Sikafloor® DecoCem
- Decorative and seamless
- Good mechanical and wear resistance
- Slip resistance
- Low emission
- Low maintenance
2. Concrete Protection in Containment Bunds
Spills from chemical storage tanks can compromise concrete integrity and lead to major environmental disasters.
Sikagard®-7000 CR and Sikalastic® polyurea coatings offer flexible, chemical-resistant protection for concrete bunds, helping prevent leaks and extend service life. Sikaflex® sealants provide durable, flexible joint protection for bunds, ensuring watertight and chemical-resistant seals.
Sikagard®-7000 CR powered by the unique Xolutec® technology
- High chemical resistance and abrasion resistance
- Excellent durability
- Moisture tolerance
- Very low VOC and odor
- Short downtime
- Crack bridging
- Application temperature from 5° C to 35° C
Sikalastic® polyurea waterproofing coatings
- Chemical and abrasion resistance
- Excellent durability
- Very high crack bridging
- Short downtime
- Compliant to EN 1504-2 and EN 13813
Sikaflex® polyurethane sealants
SikaTank® polysulfide sealants
- Resistance to organic acids, chemicals and abrasion
- Excellent durability
- High tear resistance
3. Roofing
Ponding water and leaking roofs pose a serious contamination and hygiene risk to pharmaceutical operations.
Sika’s roofing solutions, featuring cool roofs and smart monitoring, lower risks and reduce total cost of ownership for new builds and upgrades. Our Sarnafil®, Sikaplan®, Sikalastic®, and SikaShield® systems deliver optimal performance and sustainability with advanced FPO, PVC, bitumen and liquid-applied technologies, backed by expert support and skilled applicators.
Sarnafil® and Sikaplan®
single-ply membrane systems
SikaShield®
bitumen membrane systems
Sikalastic®
liquid applied membrane systems
- Ideal for lightweight roof structures
- Suitable for complex geometry and detailing with liquid-applied membranes in combination with single-ply and bitumen systems
- Long life expectancy
- High impact resistance
- Sustainable
- Liquid-applied membranes for roof refurbishment
Sarnafil® and Sikaplan®
FPO and PVC systems
SikaShield®
bitumen systems
Sikalastic®
liquid applied membrane systems
- Roof covering is protected against UV, fire risk and physical damage
- Extends the life of the roof assembly
- Reduced maintenance
Sarnafil®
FPO and PVC systems
Sikalastic®
liquid applied membrane systems
- Quantifiable savings in energy costs
- Extends the life of the roof structure
- Sustainable
- LEED credits
SikaRoof® Anchor System
SarnaRoof® Solar Mount-2 (SSM2)
photovoltaic mounting system
Sika SolaRoof®
comprehensive solar roof solution
- Simple and fast installation
- Sika® Solar Mount eliminates penetrations through the waterproofing
- SolaRoof® Anchor provides a robust weathering of the fixings
- Eliminate “sliding” of the PV frames which can cause damage to the waterproofing
- Lightweight
- Tested systems
- Compatible with all Sika roofing technologies
SikaRoof® Control
monitoring / leak detection systems
- Easy to install
- Low cost, high value system
- Continuous monitoring of the roof assembly
- Rapid alert in the event of potential leaks
- Pinpoints area of concern to enable rapid response and remedial action if needed
- Assists planned maintenance programs
- Peace of mind
Sarnafil® and Sikaplan®
single-ply membrane systems
SikaShield®
bitumen membrane systems
Sikalastic®
liquid applied membrane systems
- Sustainable and visually more appealing
- Slows down storm water flow by retaining up to 75% of rainwater, thus alleviating the pressure on storm water and drainage infrastructure
- Reduces building’s cooling energy consumption and costs, particularly in warmer months due to thermal mass effect of the green roof
- Extends lifespan of the waterproofing membrane by protecting it from damaging UV rays and freeze-thaw cycles
4. Facade & Building Envelope
Inefficient facades that allow water and air ingress increase energy consumption and long-term operational costs.
Sika provides insulated facade systems and advanced sealants for glass walls, reducing heat loss, enhancing durability, supporting sustainability, and cutting long-term energy and maintenance expenses. Additionally, digital tools are available to help visualize finishes and optimize system performance.
A full range of silicone, polyurethane and hybrid sealants
- Durable, UV resistant and non-staining sealants keep joints, gaps and cracks weathertight in all conditions
Sika Emseal
fire-rated, movement and expansion joint solutions
- Continuous, watertight sealing systems with factory-fabricated transitions, intersections and changes in direction and plane
Range of passive fire protection systems
- Limits the spread of fire by containing it in a single compartment in its area of origin
- Provides vital escape time for people during fire incidents
- Protects escape routes, building structure and critical structural members
- Minimizes costs to rebuild after the fire
- Protects owners’ built assets
5. Below-Ground Waterproofing
Water entering basements can promote microbial growth and lead to costly structural damage.
SikaProof® A+ and SikaShield® membranes create a sealed waterproof layer that stops water intrusion, inhibiting bacterial growth in basements and below-grade structures. Sika® Waterbar FB-125 and SikaFuko® injection hoses effectively seal construction joints for comprehensive watertight protection.
SikaProof® A+
fully-bonded sheet membrane
SikaShield®
wet-bonded, self-adhered or torch-applied bitumen membranes
SikaInject®
repair systems
Watertight concrete system with Sika admixtures
- Well-protected below-ground structures prevents damaging water ingress as well as protection against aggressive ground contaminants, radon and ground gases.
Sikadur-Combiflex® system
surface-mounted joint and crack sealing system based on tapes and adhesives
Sika® Waterbar® FB-125
fully-bonded flexible TPO waterstop
- Waterproofing
- Chemical-resistant joint sealants
- Joint sealing systems for construction, expansion and connection joints as well as for cracks
- Compatible with below-ground waterproofing membranes
- Durable and long-term solution
6. Concrete Admixtures & Additives
Poor quality concrete can reduce structural strength, shorten the lifespan of the building, and lead to costly repairs or failure.
Sika® Viscocrete, SikaFiber®, and Sika® Control shrinkage-reducing admixtures improve concrete quality, reduce slab cracking, and improve durability whilst cutting project timelines and CO2 impact. SikaFiber® design software further supports optimal fiber dosage and slab design, ensuring efficient and reliable construction.
Sika concrete admixtures help meet the demanding requirements of pharmaceutical facility construction by improving the durability, impermeability, and finish quality of concrete, among other factors.
SikaGrind® cement additives are engineered to optimize cement production — enhancing efficiency, consistency, and sustainability — features that translate into tangible benefits for pharmaceutical facility construction.
- Grinding aids: Enhance mill throughput and powder flowability, enabling energy-efficient production of high-quality cement that supports dense, durable concrete
- Strength enhancers: Boost early and long-term compressive strength without altering cement particle size—proving vital for the resilience of concrete slab floors
- Performance enhancers: Enable increased use of SCMs like slag or limestone, maintaining workability and durability while reducing CO₂ intensity — supporting eco-friendly construction
- Calcined clay / LC³ solutions: Reduce clinker content up to 70%, significantly lowering carbon footprint, while ensuring mix consistency, strength, and water demand remain ideal for smooth, easy-to-clean surfaces
Sika’s wet precast concrete solutions optimize every stage of building element production — from formwork to final placement — by using advanced PCE-based superplasticizers like ViscoCrete®, accelerators, fibers, and integral durability enhancers.
Sika’s concrete flooring solutions include slab-on-grade systems with high-performance admixtures, macro fibers, dry-shake hardeners, and curing compounds. These components create ultra-flat, durable, and low-maintenance floors that resist heavy loads and support easy-to-clean industrial environments.
7. Repair
Leaks, cracks, and structural damage can jeopardize performance and reliability.
That’s why repair solutions must address issues quickly and effectively — from roofs and basements to floors, joints, and spalling concrete. Sika’s proven repair systems restore durability, mitigate noise and vibration, and extend the service life of critical structures, ensuring uninterrupted operations in demanding pharmaceutical facility environments.
Sika offers a wide range of solutions for refurbishment projects, including:
- Damaged or leaking roofs and basements
- Damaged floors
- Floor joints requiring noise or vibration mitigation
- Cracks
- Damaged or spalling concrete
- Other structural repairs
SikaInject®
injection systems for stopping active water leaks or structurally sealing dry concrete cracks
Sikalastic® and SikaTop®
waterproofing mortars designed to form vertical barriers on both internal and external surfaces
Sika provides high-performance below-grade waterproofing systems to successfully renovate existing moist or leaky basements, restoring functionality and preventing future moisture-related issues.
Sika offers a comprehensive suite of concrete repair solutions— including repair mortars, corrosion protection systems, structural strengthening products, and waterproofing injections— designed to restore spalls and cracks, prevent reinforcement corrosion, and reinforce existing concrete structures for long-term durability.
Sika® MonoTop® and SikaEmaco®
repair mortars
Sikafloor® screeds and Sikafloor® Level
cementitious levelling systems
Sikafloor®
floor systems
Sika provides high-performance repair mortars, cementitious leveling systems, and durable floor systems to efficiently restore or replace damaged floors with long-lasting, smooth, and load-resistant surfaces.
Sika’s structural strengthening solutions offer complete systems— such as CFRP plates, rods, fabrics and FRCM grids— alongside anchoring, injections, adhesives, and post-tensioning technologies to boost bending, shear, seismic capacity, and service life of structures without aesthetic compromise.
Sika’s roof repair solutions include advanced single-ply membranes, liquid-applied systems, and membrane overlays that restore weatherproof integrity, extend service life, and reduce maintenance for pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
Sustainably Durable & Efficient
At Sika, we understand your commitment in the construction and maintenance of pharmaceutical facilities. Our solutions support sustainability at every stage of your facility’s lifecycle, from responsible product selection and efficient application to long-lasting performance and end of life considerations. Whether it is low emission flooring systems that improve air quality or energy-efficient roofing that reduces overall energy consumption, we help you achieve your goals by delivering quantified sustainable benefits through reliable and environmentally conscious solutions that comply with LEED, BREEAM, Green Building, and other relevant certifications.
We carefully analyze all key sustainability aspects, including resource and material efficiency, waste reduction, durability, energy savings, health and safety, and CO2 emissions, to help you identify how to optimize your project sustainably at every step.
Sika has calculated potential sustainability savings and benefits based on a hypothetical pharmaceutical project with the following details:
- Single-story structure with slab-on-ground design
- Surface area: 5,000 m²
- Location: Córdoba, Spain
- Building lifetime: 50 years
- Reinforced concrete structure
- The amount of concrete used in the calculation is extrapolated from an industrial building in Egypt.
- Sikafloor® Terrazzo CS-31 warehouse area floor system
- Sikafloor® MultiDur ES-30 mechanical room floor system
- Sika Comfortfloor® PS-23 laboratory area floor system
- Sika® Ucrete® MF 40 AS production area floor system
- Sarnafil® TG 76 Felt PS cool roof membrane
- SikaProof® A+ waterproofing membrane
- Sika Waterbar® FB-125 bonded flexible waterstop
- SikaFiber® Force, Sika® ViscoCrete® concrete admixtures, and high cement-replacement concrete
Click on the lifecycle image to explore projected benefits of using Sika solutions through the various stages of this hypothetical pharmaceutical facility's lifetime.
Benefits Along All Lifecycle Stages
Product Stage
5 tons of CO2 equivalent saved during production of roofing membrane in comparison to external reference products*
10% recycled content in the Sarnafil® roofing membrane
*For the roofing membrane, the EPD of the Sika membrane was compared to the EPDs of a competitor’s membranes of equivalent function.
Concrete Production
Up to 155 tons of CO2 equivalent saved with the use of Sika® Viscocrete® in comparison to concrete with no high-range water reducer
Estimated savings of 87 m3 of water with the use of Sika® Viscocrete®
Construction Stage
With the use of SikaFiber® Force, approximately 2 tons of CO2 equivalent saved in comparison to steel-reinforced slab-on-grade**
About 18 tons of steel reinforcement saved**
Sikafloor® Terrazzo CS-31 is compatible with low-carbon concrete (in Europe: CEMIII, in US: L1)
Waterproofing membrane: possibility for thermal joints, reducing material consumption and waste
Low VOC emissions for Sika flooring products
**Based on the case study published in WBCSD:
Measuring the Impact of Carbon Avoiding Solutions in the Construction Industry: A Case Study
Use Stage
Proven durability for membranes
Dust-free floor, easy to clean and maintain (Sikafloor® Terrazzo CS-31)
Resistant to bacterial or mold growth (Sika® Ucrete®)
Tough floors with reduced downtime and protection of the workforce due to slip resistance (Sika® Ucrete®)
With the use of SikaFiber® Force, ability to minimize and control cracking, extension of service life of the structure
Low VOC and radon protection
Up to 1,500 tons of CO2 equivalent saved in comparison to an equivalent black bituminous membrane (based on the Avoided Emissions Cool Roofs Methodology with the use of Sika's Energy Savings Calculator Roofing, ESCR)
End-of-Life Stage
Sika superplasticizers specially developed for individual recycling aggregate compositions
Driving Digitalization
Digital transformation is reshaping how pharmaceutical facilities are built and maintained — and Sika supports this shift with advanced digital solutions.
Our experts and technologies deliver reliable data for BIM models and project planning, reducing risks and enabling smarter decisions.
With SikaVision®, we also offer digital tools and products to monitor, optimize, and predict project performance— ensuring better outcomes and long-term value.
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