In the World Cement Association’s (WCA) latest episode of The Clinker Factor, Guest Host Daniel Summerbell, co-founder and chief solutions officer at Gigaton (formerly Carbon Re) and WCA Member, talks to Julie Larsen and Roger Hubeli, co-principals of APTUM and associate professors at Syracuse University’s School of Architecture, about the intersection of architecture, materials research and innovation in the built…
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Shipments of portland and blended cement were estimated to have increased by 7% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the first quarter of 2025, according to Jason Willett, commodity specialist for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). This information was obtained from the USGS monthly survey of U.S. cement producers. On the aggregates side, the estimated U.S. output of…
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Ash Grove representatives joined industry leaders and policymakers in Washington, D.C., for the 2026 American Cement Association (ACA) Cement Fly-In, where discussions focused on transportation infrastructure investment, domestic manufacturing, permitting reform and the importance of passing the BUILD America 250 Act before surface transportation authorization expires later this year. Representing Ash Grove, Monica Manolas, ACA board chair and Ash Grove…
Read MoreLubrication 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…
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Amrize recently completed the cement supply for the roller-compacted concrete (RCC) used for the Gross Reservoir Dam Expansion Project in Boulder County, Colo., — expected to become the world’s largest concrete dam raise using RCC once completed. The project, which increased the dam’s height by 131 ft. to 471 ft., will triple reservoir storage capacity from 42,000 acre-ft. to 119,000…
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Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy headlined this year’s Cement Fly-in at American Cement Association (ACA) headquarters in Washington, D.C., which took place on June 3-4. It was the first time in the association’s history that a sitting Cabinet member participated in an ACA event. The timing was ideal as one of the industry’s current top priorities is the passage…
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Building design and construction professionals are headed to the American Cement Association (ACA) headquarters June 29-30 for the “Barriers to Optimization” workshop. There is no cost to attend. The event is open to engineers, architects, concrete material specialists, sustainability managers and other members of the industry’s value chain. Speakers, panelists and presenters include: Topics covered will include stakeholder communication; specifications and…
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Amrize broke ground on the modernization of its cement plant outside Montreal to be the most advanced and sustainable in eastern Canada. As the largest investment in the Canadian cement industry over the last decade, the project will introduce state-of-the-art operational efficiency and enhanced sustainability, while expanding local manufacturing and production capacity. The investment reflects Amrize’s commitment to strengthen supply…
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The American Cement Association (ACA) announced the ACA Blended Cement Awards program. This new initiative will recognize exceptional construction projects that demonstrate leadership in concrete performance, innovation and sustainability through the use of blended cement. These lower-carbon cements are now the material of choice in the United States by a ratio of nearly 2 to 1. In 2025, approximately 65…
Read MoreThe 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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