History

100 Years of Sika

Sika celebrated its 100-year anniversaryin 2010. Developing innovative products and solutions and being consistent towards all stakeholders have made is possible for Sika to grow throughout its first century.

The Start of Sika

Kaspar Winkler founded his business in 1910. His first inventions were agents to protect and clean granite (Conservado, Purigo) and a mortar waterproofing agent called Sika. In 1911 he entered his firm, Kaspar Winkler & Co., into the Commercial Register.

Difficult Beginnings

Kaspar Winkler invented the first Sika product in 1910. He had to wait several years for the breakthrough of his company, when Sika-1 was used to waterproof the Gotthard tunnel.

Economic Boom

After World War II, the economy worldwide boomed. Sika opened businesses around the globe in countries such as Sweden and Cuba.

New Market Industry

Sika's product range broadened over the years. A significant addition was Sikaflex. Based on this invention a whole new business - the Industry Division - was started.

Fast Growth

Almost every year a new local subsidiary was opened. With its global presence, Sika achieved incredible growth rates in recent years.