Following Donald J. Trump winning the presidential election, Portland Cement Association President and CEO Mike Ireland released the following statement:
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ABB: Electrification, CCUS key to decarbonizing the cement industry
ABB released a new white paper that details the challenges the global cement industry must tackle to decarbonize operations in line with global emissions reduction targets. Electrification, renewables and CCUS are highlighted as key elements of the industry’s strategy.
Read MoreEPA Grant Assists Holcim US Detroit Terminal Electrification Efforts
Certain fossil fuel power units at the Holcim Detroit cement blending and distribution terminal will give way to battery electric alternatives, thanks to the producer’s participation in a Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority program supported by a $21.9 million Environmental Protection Agency grant.
Read MoreMondi Launches Sustainable Bag Solution
Global manufacturer Mondi launched an alternative to paper bags with a free film barrier layer used in the construction industry: the IntegoBag.
Read MoreCement Products to Rebrand as Cement Optimized
SEMCO Publishing announced that its publication, Cement Products, the leading voice for North American cement producers, will change its name to Cement Optimized, effective 2025.
Read MoreLafarge Canada Taps ABB for Plant Modernization
Lafarge Canada selected ABB to update the process control system at the Bath cement plant in Kingston, Ontario. The modernization marks another key step in the producer’s commitment to decarbonizing its operations.
Read MoreHWI to Construct New Production Facility
HWI, a member of Calderys, announced plans to construct a new lightweight monolithics production facility at its Fulton, Mo., Rotary Kiln complex. The plant, which is scheduled to open mid-2025, represents an important investment in Calderys Group’s growth strategy for the Americas region.
Read MoreSummit Materials’ Cement Revenues Up in Q3
Summit Materials announced results for the third quarter ended Sept. 28, reporting that net revenue increased $369.9 million, or 49.9%, to $1,111.8 million.
Read MoreBinMaster Launches Ultrasonic Sensors Line
Level sensor and inventory software developer BinMaster will now manufacture and market its own line of ultrasonic and distance sensors following the acquisition of Senix Corporation.
Read MoreFeds Back Furno Cement Plant Concept
A $20 million U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) grant will support a Chicago cement and concrete venture creating up to 80 jobs. Project OZ tests a Silicon Valley startup’s small scale powder production model and partner’s cement-concrete value chain logistics and quality control competencies.
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