The Slag Cement Association (SCA) announced a “landmark achievement” for the industry, with U.S. slag cement shipments reaching a historic high of more than 4 million metric tons in 2025. This record-setting milestone signals a decisive shift toward next-generation construction materials that deliver enhanced durability, long-term performance and a substantially lower environmental impact. It reflects not only growing demand, but…
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Lubrication Engineers Launches Expanded Line of BioMax EALs
Lubrication Engineers has launched BioMax, its expanded line of environmentally acceptable lubricants for demanding marine and industrial applications. The launch integrates RSC Bio Solutions into the BioMax brand, creating a broader Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant (EAL) portfolio, offering deeper expertise, broader application coverage, expanded OEM approvals, enhanced technical support and wider global availability. This comprehensive BioMax line addresses the needs of customers…
Read MoreMartin Engineering Launches N2 Air Cannon Intelligence System
Martin Engineering has launched a digital system that unlocks opportunities to maximize the efficiency, reliability and performance of industrial air cannons.
Read MoreMIT Investigation Frames Beneficial Role of CO2 on Cement Hydration
Deploying in situ Raman microspectroscopy to track initial 24-hour cement hydration, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and CarbonCure Technologies researchers have pinpointed the molecular sequence behind the early strength-enhancing effects carbon dioxide imparts in concrete or mortar mixes. Their findings reinforce a cement optimization, CO2 mineralization and finished concrete performance value proposition that CarbonCure Technologies and its producer partners in 20 countries…
Read MoreACA Applauds Introduction of ReCement Act
U.S. Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-Calif.) introduced the Reforming Cement Manufacturing for Enhanced Material Efficiency and New Technology Act — the ReCement Act. The bill would provide regulatory certainty for cement manufacturers to responsibly reuse non-hazardous materials as alternative fuels. The American Cement Association (ACA) worked with the congressman’s office in the bill’s preparation. “ACA appreciates Congressman Obernolte’s introduction of the…
Read MoreNew SESCO Cement Terminal Features 100,000 Tons of Capacity
SESCO Cement celebrated the opening of its new cement import terminal located on Port Redwing at Port Tampa Bay, officially marking the company’s commitment to the Florida construction industry and the Tampa Bay region. The ribbon cutting ceremony, held at 6035 Diana Toledo Almeida Road in Gibsonton, was attended by company leadership, state officials and construction and maritime industry representatives.…
Read MoreFortera Builds Out Finance Leadership
As the company transitions from proven technology to commercial deployment, cement manufacturer Fortera has appointed Albert Luu as chief financial officer (CFO) and transitioned Scott Healy into the newly created role of chief origination officer. The moves support Fortera’s transition into its next phase of growth, centered on commercial-scale deployment and customer adoption with additional financing and fundraising expertise. “Fortera is at a stage where the…
Read MoreCBMI Construction Joins the World Cement Association
The World Cement Association (WCA) announced that CBMI Construction Co. Ltd. has joined the association as an associate corporate member. CMBI is a global service provider of green and low-carbon solutions for the cement and building materials industry. Established in 1959, the company has more than 65 years of experience delivering engineering excellence, technological innovation and integrated project solutions worldwide.…
Read MoreCDRA, ACA, EPA Working Together to Increase End Markets for Biofuel
By Andrea Johnson One of the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association’s (CDRA) core values is stewardship and advancement. Behind the scenes, the CDRA staff and board work diligently in support of this principle – not only for our members, but for the entire construction and demolition (C&D) recycling industry.
Read Morealcemy Joins the World Cement Association
The World Cement Association (WCA) welcomed alcemy as its newest Associate Corporate Member, strengthening the Association’s growing network of technology leaders driving efficiency and sustainability across the cement and concrete industry. alcemy is at the forefront of applying artificial intelligence to one of the sector’s core challenges: ensuring consistent product quality while reducing clinker content. In an industry where variability…
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