Lafarge’s consolidated sales were up 3 percent for the full year 2014 on a comparable basis, with the combination of higher volumes and increased prices across all of its product lines to address cost inflation. The negative trend of the impact of exchange rates in the first three quarters of 2014 reversed in Q4 as sales were positively impacted by…
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McInnis Cement, CQDE Create Environmental Subcommittee
McInnis Cement announced an agreement was reached with Centre Québécois du Droit de l’Environnement (CQDE) in regards to the proceedings filed last August against the Environment Minister, aimed at invalidating McInnis Cement’s authorization certificate for the cement plant project in Port-Daniel-Gascons, Quebec. The CQDE has withdrawn from this legal action, instead agreeing to alternative measures with McInnis Cement, which includes…
Read MoreMondi Launches Rain Resistant Splash Bag
In response to customer interest in rain-repellent paper bags, Mondi has developed the Splash Bag that resists rain for up to two hours and withstands humidity better than a standard paper bag, noted the manufacturer. Standard paper bags for packaging cement and other powdery products are generally vulnerable to rain. To tackle the issue, Mondi, working in collaboration with cement producer Lafarge,…
Read MoreTri-Mer Offers Advanced Multi-Pollutant Filters
Tri-Mer’s UltraCat Catalyst filters remove particulate (PM), acid gases such as SO2 and HCl, and NOx in a single all-in-one system. The filters are composed of fibrous ceramic materials that can withstand high temperatures up to 1650 F. The filter walls have nanobits of highly-efficient SCR catalyst for NOx control. Destruction of NOx is effective at temperatures as low as 350…
Read MoreHeavy Duty Submersible Explosion Proof Slurry Pumps
BJM Pumps released the new XP-KZN heavy duty submersible explosion proof pump. The XP-KZN Heavy Duty Submersible Slurry Pumps are specifically designed for tough conditions where explosion-proof, FM, C/US approved (Class I, Division 1, Group C & D) are needed. The XP-KZN features a top discharge, slim-line design with agitator to suspend heavy slurries containing coal, ash, sand, gravel or other…
Read More2014 PCA Energy & Environmental Awards
Six cement plants received special recognition for their commitment to improving the environment and their communities at the 14th Annual Cement Industry Environment and Energy Awards, presented by the Portland Cement Association (PCA) and Cement Americas magazine at PCA’s Fall Meeting in Chicago.
Read MoreCAC Applauds Ontario’s Leadership on Climate Change
The Cement Association of Canada (CAC) commended the Ontario government for its comprehensive and thoughtful discussion paper, “Ontario’s Climate Change 2015,” released by the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change.
Read MorePCA Forecast Sees Continued Growth for U.S. Cement Industry
Despite a late start to the construction season and weaker than expected housing start numbers, a recently released report from the Portland Cement Association (PCA) shows that cement consumption in the United States will meet 2014 forecast expectations.
Read MoreEPA to Regulate Fly Ash as ‘Non-Hazardous’ Material
On Dec. 19, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the first national regulations to provide for the safe disposal of coal combustion residuals from coal-fired power plants, strengthening management guidelines for impoundment- or landfill-bound material while supporting responsible recycling practices best exemplified in ASTM C618-grade fly ash processing and marketing.
Read MoreCamfil APC Names New Vice President
Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a leading global manufacturer of dust, fume and mist collection equipment, has promoted Thomas (Tomm) Frungillo to the position of vice president, Camfil APC Americas. “Tomm Frungillo has been a key player in the growth of Camfil APC since he joined the company in 2000,” said Alan O’Connell, executive vice president in charge of global…
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