Total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in August 2024 were estimated 9.93 million metric tons (Mt), and 8.9% decrease from shipments in August 2023, according to the most recent USGS Mineral Industry. Shipments for the year through August totaled an estimated 68.5 Mt, a 5.8% decrease from those in the prior-year…
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Midwest Filter announced the expansion of its dust filter product line to meet the increasing demand for high-quality, cost-effective, U.S.-manufactured dust filtration solutions.
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Following Donald J. Trump winning the presidential election, Portland Cement Association President and CEO Mike Ireland released the following statement:
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ABB released a new white paper that details the challenges the global cement industry must tackle to decarbonize operations in line with global emissions reduction targets. Electrification, renewables and CCUS are highlighted as key elements of the industry’s strategy.
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Certain fossil fuel power units at the Holcim Detroit cement blending and distribution terminal will give way to battery electric alternatives, thanks to the producer’s participation in a Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority program supported by a $21.9 million Environmental Protection Agency grant.
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Global manufacturer Mondi launched an alternative to paper bags with a free film barrier layer used in the construction industry: the IntegoBag.
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SEMCO Publishing announced that its publication, Cement Products, the leading voice for North American cement producers, will change its name to Cement Optimized, effective 2025.
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Lafarge Canada selected ABB to update the process control system at the Bath cement plant in Kingston, Ontario. The modernization marks another key step in the producer’s commitment to decarbonizing its operations.
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HWI, a member of Calderys, announced plans to construct a new lightweight monolithics production facility at its Fulton, Mo., Rotary Kiln complex. The plant, which is scheduled to open mid-2025, represents an important investment in Calderys Group’s growth strategy for the Americas region.
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Summit Materials announced results for the third quarter ended Sept. 28, reporting that net revenue increased $369.9 million, or 49.9%, to $1,111.8 million.
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