Silvi Cement, a division of Silvi Materials, is expanding its rail-served cementitious materials distribution network with a new terminal in Greenville, S.C., and the forthcoming opening of its previously announced terminal in Columbus, Ohio. The two facilities represent the latest step in Silvi Materials’ continued investment in the infrastructure and logistics capabilities needed to serve a growing customer base across…
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Construction-materials Economist Ed Sullivan, author of The Sullivan Report, said in his just-released Summer Outlook 2026 that the U.S. cement market has now declined three consecutive years, shedding more than 10 million metric tons since 2022. Lower volumes have pulled clinker utilization down, reduced import reliance and moderated cement and concrete pricing. The causes are inflation’s pass-through to interest rates, erosion…
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Industrial operations specialist Leonard has unveiled a refreshed corporate identity designed to signal more than a change of name, but a renewed commitment to removing more people from high-risk shutdown environments in the cement, metal, waste-to-energy and petrochemical industries. The transition from G. Leonard to Leonard marks the beginning of a new strategic growth period for the Cookstown, Northern Ireland-headquartered…
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Carrier Vibrating Equipment, a manufacturer of vibratory equipment and process solutions, launched its newly redesigned website, providing customers with an improved digital experience and easier access to information about the company’s equipment, technologies, industries and capabilities. The new website features a modern design, streamlined navigation and improved site architecture designed to help visitors quickly find the information they need. Expanded…
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Total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in March 2026 were an estimated 8.50 million metric tons (Mt), a 5.1% increase from shipments in March 2025. Shipments for the year through March totaled an estimated 21.3 Mt, a 6.5% increase from those for the same period in 2025. Of total blended…
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The American Cement Association (ACA) will hold its Virtual Sustainability Summit Aug. 25-27. All sessions will be held live from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET. Registration cost is free. Day 1: UNACEM North America’s CEO Rafael Villalona will open the show and set the stage for three days of meaningful conversations about the industry’s shared goals. Then, ACA’s Senior Director, Economic Policy and Analytics, Brian…
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Starstone Biomaterials and Ashtrom Industries have signed an industrial cooperation agreement to evaluate innovative biogenic cement technology. Under the agreement, Ashtrom Industries will evaluate the material’s performance and its potential integration into its operations, subject to compliance with regulatory standards and obtaining the required approvals. Starstone Biomaterials is a deep-tech company developing the next generation of cement production. The company’s proprietary process utilizes…
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Votorantim Cimentos ended the second quarter of 2026 with global net revenue of R$8.2 billion, a 16% increase, excluding the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates, compared to the same period of the previous year. This performance reflects the positive evolution of volumes and prices in relevant markets, highlighting the company’s resilience despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, the company…
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According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in February 2026 were an estimated 6.80 million metric tons (Mt), an 11.3% increase from shipments in February 2025. Shipments for the year through February totaled an estimated 12.8 Mt, a 7.5% increase from those for the…
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BinMaster Sensors and Technologies (BST) has announced the addition of Ben Smith to its sales team as regional sales manager for the western United States and Canada. With previous experience in field sales, day-to-day operations and sales management, Smith brings a fresh perspective to the inventory management market. His new role will drive further adaptation and awareness of BinMaster’s level…
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