Founded in France in 2013, APROTEK specializes in the design, formulation, recycling, and manufacturing of superabsorbent polymers dedicated to the management of slurries, spoil materials, and complex liquids. Backed by extensive expertise in polymer chemistry and a strong commitment to research and development, the company develops innovative solutions that address the technical, economic, and environmental challenges faced by the infrastructure, industrial, and underground construction sectors.
As a member of AFTES, APROTEK supports contractors, engineering companies, and project owners involved in tunnelling, drilling, microtunnelling, special foundations, and geotechnical construction. TBM spoil, conditioning matex, drilling slurries, diaphragm wall spoil and jet grouting spoils often create significant challenges in terms of handling, transportation, temporary storage, and acceptance at treatment facilities. Through its formulation expertise, APROTEK develops tailored solutions capable of adapting to a wide range of soil types and site conditions.
At AFTES 2026, APROTEK will showcase APROMUD®, its patented range of super-drying agents specifically developed for the conditioning of liquid and unstable slurries and spoil materials. Formulated from high-performance organic polymers sourced from recycling streams, APROMUD® rapidly captures free water and transforms difficult-to-handle materials into a stable, shovelable, and transportable product. Applied at very low dosage rates, it helps optimize truck loading capacity, secure transportation operations, facilitate temporary stockpiling, improve acceptance at treatment and recovery facilities, and maintain project productivity. Compatible with existing treatment and recycling pathways, APROMUD® offers a simple, fast, and low-energy alternative to conventional dewatering technologies.
THE COMPANY - “Solid Solutions for Your Liquids”
More than a slogan, this signature reflects APROTEK’s dual mission: transforming liquid materials into stable solids while providing customers with reliable technical expertise. From material assessment to on-site implementation, APROTEK delivers practical, efficient, and tailor-made solutions to meet the demanding requirements of underground construction projects.
