Total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in November 2024 were an estimated 7.79 metric tons (Mt), a 12.3% decrease from shipments in November 2023, according to the most recent USGS Mineral Industry Survey.
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Decarbonization continues to be a critical focus for the cement industry. A³&Co. has released its latest report, “COP29 Through the Lens of Cement,” which explores the key takeaways and their implications for the cement sector.
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The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announced the release of the 2025 edition of its flagship document, “ACI CODE-318-25: Building Code for Structural Concrete – Code Requirements and Commentary.” This updated edition is now available to ACI 318 PLUS platform subscribers and will be offered for purchase in print and digital formats through the ACI Store in early Spring 2025.
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The California Nevada Cement Association (CNCA) expressed its gratitude to Mike Hagemeister of Pan Pacific Cement for his “exceptional leadership as chair of the CNCA board of directors in 2024. Mike’s guidance and fresh perspective were invaluable to both the board and our team.”
Read MoreTotal construction starts decreased 2% in December to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.2 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts grew 2%, nonbuilding starts moved 14% lower, while residential building starts grew 4%.
Read MoreAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, construction spending during November 2024 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,152.6 billion, virtually unchanged from (±1.0%) the revised October estimate of $2,152.3 billion. The November figure is 3.0% (±1.5%) above the November 2023 estimate of $2,090.7 billion.
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Atomizing Systems Inc. added a quiet, high-pressure, dust-suppression fogging system at a recycling facility in Russellville, Ken., a system that is also ideal for cement plants. The high-pressure fog device uses multiple small fog nozzles on ¼-in., 3/8-in. or ½-in. outside diameter stainless tubing to add a cool, low-volume water-fog on conveyors or shredder points that are continually adding dust…
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Bulk handling conveyors are massive, powerful systems that move tons of material per hour in complex networks over long distances. Whether the systems are in a mine, cement plant, port or quarry, their size, speed, and power present the risk of catastrophic injury in the blink of an eye. This makes training essential, no matter what activity is happening around…
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It Is Essential To Examine How Major Rail Carriers Operate Across Different Regions In North America To Meet Growing Demand. By Jake Tanner
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A Common Design Problem Is Fitting Belt Cleaners In The Optimum Locations. By R. Todd Swinderman
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