In a glittering function attended by over 400 professionals and ethical Waterproofers, on the sidelines of the National Waterproofers Conference 2024 (NWC 2024), Mr. Samir Surlaker, Director, Assess Build Chem Private Limited, was honoured by the Waterproofers Association of India (WAI) by conferring him with the most coveted “Lifetime Achievement Award” at Le Meridien Gurgaon, on 26th September 2024.
This award was presented to Mr. Surlaker for his contributions to the fields of Concrete Technology, Construction Chemicals and above all to Waterproofing, Repair and Rehabilitation. The citation to his award further states; “As a mentor to hundreds of waterproofing professionals, Mr. Surlaker has shared his vast knowledge and experience, inspiring many to reach new heights in their careers. His leadership and vision have guided the industry toward adopting modern, effective solutions for waterproofing challenges.”
Mr. Samir Surlaker is a Civil and Structural Engineer from VJTI with over 45 years of international experience in Concrete, Construction Chemicals, Concrete Repair & Protection, Injection Systems, Waterproofing, etc. across Europe, Asia & India. Mr. Surlaker pioneered the cause of Manufacturing of Construction Chemicals in India, with a German JV in the mid 1980s.
He co-authored Handbook of Advanced Concrete Technology, ICI Handbooks on admixtures, waterproofing and industrial floorings. He is member of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the IRC B-8 Committee for Repairs and Rehabilitation of Bridges. He is the chairman of CIDC Codes Committee for Waterproofing, Repairs and Rehabilitation.
In addition to this award, Er. Samir Surlaker, was earlier conferred the prestigious CIDC Vishwakarma Award in the Category of “Industry Doyen”, as recognition of his 45 years of service in Construction Chemicals (CC) Industry. He received several awards including, the ACCE Gourav Award, Outstanding Contribution to Concrete Technology Award, 2005 (ICI), and ICI Outstanding Concrete Engineer Award amongst many others.
Assess Build Chem Private Limited is a reputed Manufacturer of over 200 Construction Chemicals and is known for its State-of-the-art technology and providing technical solutions to professionals. Waterproofing and Repair Professionals are trained by Institute of International Talent Development (IITD) and certified by Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC) under the aegis of National Skill Development Council. Mr. Sunny Surlaker, Director of Assess Build Chem Private Limited and IITD designs courses beneficial to professional waterproofers and personnel connected to the Construction Chemicals. The trainers are certified by CIDC including International Trainers for Advanced Training in Injection Technology.
