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Leonard Rebrand Marks Safety-First Growth Push for Hazardous Industrial Services

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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 Launches Newly Redesigned Website

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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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Cement Shipments Rise in March

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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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Register Today for ACA’s Virtual Sustainability Summit

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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, Ashtrom Sign Cooperation Agreement for Cement Technology

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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 North American Revenue Up 6%

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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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USGS: February Cement Shipments Increase

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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 Names New Western U.S. Sales Manager

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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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Geologic Sequestration Workshop on Tap in California

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB), Dept. of Conservation and other state agencies are coalescing for workshops to get public input on burying carbon, also known as geologic sequestration, according to the California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA).  The workshops are to implement SB 359, the Carbon Capture, Removal, Utilization, and Storage Program, which passed in 2022 and authorizes…

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U.S. Great Lakes Limestone Trade Up in July

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U.S. shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes increased to 3.1 million tons in July, an 8.7% increase compared to last year, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association. The trade was also above the month’s five-year average by 3.2%. Year-to-date, the Lakes limestone trade stands at 10.1 million tons, a decrease of 3% compared to 2025 and 4.2% below the…

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