More than 100 information technology leaders or startups and construction materials producers joined together at the 2025 AggNexus Digital Innovation Conference in Austin, Texas, exploring advanced software, new Internet of Things devices, data deluge management and best practices aimed at strengthening competitive positions in mining, processing and hauling.
Read MoreDay: November 9, 2025
Martin Introduces Next Generation of Rail Car Openers
Martin Engineering is introducing a redesigned railcar opener that improves ease of use and reduces potential hazards for workers. The two-wheeled Martin Gen 4 Railcar Opener from Martin Engineering delivers strong, controlled non-impacting power to open and close even the most difficult railcar gates.
Read MoreCementos Argos Increases Its Simultaneous Loading Capacity
By Mauro Nogarin The Colombian company Cementos Argos continues to strengthen its export capacity and competitively serve its customers in various markets throughout the Americas. For the first time, it carried out simultaneous cement loading of three vessels from its maritime terminal in Cartagena.
Read MoreCAC, Business and Association Partners, Propose Five Fixes to Carbon Pricing
The Cement Association of Canada (CAC) has sent a joint letter to Canada’s provincial ministers of the environment emphasizing industrial carbon markets as the most flexible and cost-effective way to incentivize industry to reduce emissions and providing five recommendations to fix industrial carbon pricing:
Read MoreSupport Grows for GCCA Net Zero Value Chain Initiative
A new initiative and membership category will support the Global Cement and Concrete Association’s (GCCA) net zero emission target for industry operations. Net Zero Value Chain Partners (NZVCP) is open to admixture companies, equipment manufacturers and industrial infrastructure specialists, especially those in carbon capture, utilization and storage.
Read MoreAlternative Mid-Year Economic Forecast Scenarios
By Ed Sullivan All forecasts contain risk that can originate from the data used, the process of calculations, the assumptions, or a combination of each element. Indeed, an infinite number of alternative scenarios to the Baseline Scenario exists, and each materializes with even small changes in assumptions.
Read MoreATS Walter USA to Supply Capitol Aggregates with Alternative Fuel System
ATS Walter USA will supply Capitol Aggregates Inc. with a solid alternative fuels metering and conveying system, providing advanced technology to improve fuel handling and efficiency for the San Antonio-based cement producer.
Read MoreDigital Twins
How Virtual Replicas Can Optimize Cement Plant Operations.By Rose Morrison
Read MoreThe Hidden Costs of Subpar Lubrication
Proper Lubrication Practices Can Help Companies Achieve Substantial Cost Savings.By Clay Calk
Read MoreAI: A Solution, But To What Problems?
There’s Little Doubt That Artificial Intelligence Has The Potential To Enhance The Productivity And Sustainability Of The Cement Industry. But Beyond The Headline-Grabbing Hype, Is It In Danger Of Being Oversold? By Jonathan Rowland
Read More