Mr. Ralf Heinzmann studied Polymer Chemistry and works as a Global Technical Manager in the division Sealing & Bonding of Sika AG. He is also an active member of various technical committees. He is the Chairman of the German DIN standardization committee Joint Sealants, Convener of Working Group 4 of CEN TC 349 Sealants for Joints in Building Construction, Head of the German Delegation to ISO TC 59 SC 8, and Chairman of the German sealant association at DBC within the German Chemical Manufacturers Association VCI.