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OCED Names Possible Calcined Clay Production Project Partners

Three of six Cement and Concrete projects named as funding candidates in a $6 billion Energy Department Office of Clean Energy Demonstration (OCED) program entail production of calcined clay or limestone calcined clay (LC3) as an alternative to conventional portland cement clinker. Producers behind the Industrial Demonstrations Program-themed projects are positioned to negotiate with OCED officials awards where cost-sharing terms…

AEM Establishes Alternative Power Technical Committee

3 months ago3 months ago Cement Products News

There’s no overstating the importance of Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and its members staying up to date on the current regulatory, compliance and standards environment in the off-road equipment industry. This helps companies maintain market access, build safer machines and meet the ever-changing demands of their customers. It’s why AEM established its Alternative Power Technical Committee (APTC), which serves…

Cement Industry Solar Update

8 months ago8 months ago Mark S. Kuhar

By Mark S. Kuhar Cemex and Synhelion report prospective scaling of a high-temperature process to industrially-viable levels, where solar energy supplants fossil fuel combustion. This marks a significant milestone in the companies’ journey toward the world’s first fully solar-powered cement plant. An early 2022 energy lab demonstration in Spain saw researchers leverage Synhelion devices and fuel conversion methods to successfully…

Camel Dung Can Fuel Cement Production

5 years ago Cement Products News

Thousands of tonnes of camel dung are being used to fuel cement production in the northern United Arab Emirates, cutting emissions and keeping animal waste out of landfill, according to a report from Reuters.

WCA President Urges Cement Industry to Adopt De-Carbonization Measures

5 years ago Cement Products News

The president of the World Cement Association (WCA), Song Zhiping, has presented his plans for the de-carbonization of the global cement industry, taking another step in promoting the sustainable development of the sector.

Cemex Takes a Hike

5 years ago Cement Products News

More than 60 Cemex USA customers and employees pushed the limits of their minds and bodies during the company’s annual 25-mile rim-to-rim hike of the Grand Canyon in Arizona.

GCCA Launches Sustainability Guidelines

5 years ago Cement Products News

The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), which represents cement and concrete producers from around the world, published its first six Sustainability Guidelines.

Life-Cycle Cost Analysis Can Save Taxpayers Billions On Infrastructure Projects

6 years ago Cement Products News

Incorporating a life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) provision into federal infrastructure legislation could save taxpayers $91 million for every $1 billion spent on projects, according to a new report from the Portland Cement Association (PCA) Market Intelligence Group.

Mississippi Lime Adds High Reactivity Hydrated Lime Capability

6 years ago Cement Products News

Mississippi Lime Co., a leading producer of high calcium quicklime, hydrated lime and calcium carbonate, announced that it will add capability to produce High Reactivity Hydrated Lime (HRH) at its Weirton, W.Va., facility.