The American Cement Association (ACA) released a new technical article, “Blended Cement in Concrete: Technical Guidance and Proven Applications,” by Michelle Wilson, Brian Killingsworth, Tom Binkowski and Joey Schneider.
Blended cements are no longer an emerging concept. They are a dominant and evolving reality in concrete construction. A recent panel session at the 2026 Associated General Contractors (AGC) Convention brought together industry leaders from the ACA, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, and members of the American Society of Concrete Contractors from Barton Malow Company and DPR Construction.
The session addressed practical insights covering industry trends, field applications and best practices for the successful adoption of blended cements in construction projects.
This article distills those insights into practical guidance for contractors responsible for delivering consistent results under changing material conditions.
