HeidelbergCement announced that it made a new assessment of the current business year based on preliminary numbers for the third quarter 2018.
Read MoreWorld Cement Association Releases Plan to Tackle Climate Change
The World Cement Association (WCA) released its Climate Action Plan, which outlines measures to help association members develop climate protection strategies and develop best practices. The full details of the plan will be presented on Dec. 5 in London at the WCA World Cement Conference, in association with Intercem.
Read MoreMcInnis Cement Opens Bronx Terminal
New York City Council and community organization representatives joined McInnis Cement executives to celebrate the official opening of the producer’s 44,000-metric-ton capacity terminal in the Bronx – the first new industrial maritime project built on the South Bronx’s waterfront since the 1960s.
Read MoreCemex, B Strong Ride Showcase ‘Safer Roads Together’
Cemex USA teamed up with the annual Celestial Seasonings B Strong Ride in Boulder, Colo., to increase safety awareness on the streets while also fundraising for two local organizations. The cycling event had more than 800 cyclists bike on four routes through Boulder County.
Read MorePCA Recognizes Associate Members’ Accomplishments
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) announced the winners of its inaugural Chairman’s Manufacturing Performance Awards, which recognizes associate members’ accomplishments in the advancement of cement manufacturing over the previous year. Associate members are suppliers, engineers and consultants that support cement companies in the production of high-quality cement in the most energy-efficient and environmentally sound way possible.
Read MoreJuly Cement Shipments Jump 9.4 Percent
Total shipments of portland and blended cement in the United States and Puerto Rico in July 2018 were about 9.3 million metric tons (Mt), up by 9.4 percent from shipments in July 2017, according to the most recent USGS Mineral Industry Survey. Shipments for the year through July totaled about 55.2 Mt, up by 3.8 percent from those for the…
Read MoreIEEE-IAS-CIC East Coast Subcommittee Announces Technical Conference
The IEEE-IAS-CIC East Coast Subcommittee 2018 Technical Conference will be held Oct. 25-26 at the Renaissance Hotel in Allentown, Pa. The program will provide plant personnel with timely technical information through workshops and presentations.
Read MoreLife-Cycle Cost Analysis Can Save Taxpayers Billions On Infrastructure Projects
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.
Read MoreLevel Detectors
Dynatrol bulk solids level indicators are designed for high, intermediate or low point level detection. The indicators have no moving parts and require no adjustments, resulting in low operating costs. A rugged design and vibrating probe prevents build-up and ensures the most reliable level measurement.
Read MoreLFT Rail Scale System
Schenck Process achieved U.S. legal-for-trade (LFT) status for its MultiTrain LegalWeight – a single weighing section, coupled in-motion rail scale system. The certification process was completed in February 2018.
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