Jetstream of Houston LLP, a manufacturer of industrial high-pressure waterblasting equipment, parts and accessories, announces the next generation of the MagJet X40 waterblasting tool featuring high-speed rotation for cleaning industrial surfaces. The MagJet X40 Gen 2 rotates in a 360-degree pattern at 1,500-3,000 rpm, doubling the typical operating speed of the previous model without diminishing the lifespan of the tool.…
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DOE Advances Heidelberg Materials’ $1B Carbon Capture Project
U.S. Department of Energy Under Secretary for Infrastructure David Crane announced his agency’s plan to negotiate an award up to $500 million to help fund a full-scale carbon dioxide capture, transport and storage facility at Heidelberg Materials’ recently upgraded Mitchell, Ind., cement plant. He outlined the prospective award during a March 25 gathering of 100-plus at the 2.4-million-mtpy capacity operation.…
Read MoreFlexco Introduces New Belt Fastening System
Flexco recently announced the addition of the FXC Steel Cord Belt Fastening System to its line of heavy-duty mechanical belt fastening systems. When an operation needs to reduce downtime from a damaged belt, the FXC can provide an immediate solution as a temporary splice or to pull a belt onto the conveyor system.
Read MoreEagle Materials to Double Capacity at Laramie
Eagle Materials will modernize and expand its Laramie, Wyo., cement plant and related distribution facilities as the company re-emphasizes its commitment to be the cement supplier of choice in the Mountain Region, including Denver and Salt Lake City markets.
Read MoreHolcim US Recognized for Innovation
The Slag Cement Association (SCA) recently recognized Holcim US as a winner in the 2023 Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Awards. The sustainable building solutions leader was honored in the Innovative Applications category.
Read MoreControl Concepts Launches Re-Engineered AirSweep MAX
Control Concepts released the AirSweep MAX, a globally patented pneumatic flow aid system that eliminates bridging, ratholing and build-up in bulk material handling equipment.
Read MoreGCC Delivers Solid First Quarter Results
GCC, a supplier and producer of cement and concrete in the United States and Mexico, announced positive results for the first quarter of 2024. Consolidated net sales increased 11.9% year over year to $272.8 million.
Read MoreTexas Lieutenant Governor Seeks to Pause Permits
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has asked the state’s environmental agency to halt approving permits for cement plants until the 2025 legislative session, reported The Texas Tribune.
Read MoreCounty Terminates Land Use Status of Cemex Plant
Boulder County, Colo., planning officials sent a letter on April 10 to Cemex terminating the company’s right to operate its cement plant near Lyons after a traffic study determined that increased traffic at the plant has created a hazard as well as improperly expanded operations.
Read MoreTexas Lehigh to Open Slag Facility
Texas Lehigh Cement Co., a 50/50 joint venture between Heidelberg Materials North America and Eagle Materials, will begin production at a new slag cement facility in Houston this summer.
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