PCA releases statement on the INVEST in America Act
The company has issued a statement in light of the House introduction of the INVEST in America Act on 03 June.
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HeidelbergCement holds virtual Annual General Meeting
The company held its 131st Annual General Meeting virtually on 04 June due to the coronavirus pandemic.
CEMEX surpasses supply milestone in upgrade of Central Florida's main highway
The company has recently passed a supply milestone for the I-4 Ultimate Improvement Project, delivering more than one-third of the ready-mix concrete required for the 21-mile (almost 34 km) upgrade of Interstate 4.
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The June issue of World Cement is now online
The June issue of World Cement begins with a review of the Western European cement market before moving on to cover a range of technical topics.
Manila Bulletin: Eagle Cement to continue food relief programme
Manila Bulletin reports that the company will continue to supply food packs to vulnerable communities, despite the easing of quarantine restrictions.
Hanson helps complete Hinkley Point C second reactor base
Work on the 49 000-tonne base for the second reactor was completed on schedule, concluding with a continuous reinforced structural concrete pour last week.
CarbonCure joins WCA
Canadian cleantech company CarbonCure has joined the WCA’s international community as an Associate Corporate Member.
Metso launches on-line configurator for designing crushing and screening plants
The company is introducing a unique drag and drop 3D crushing and screening plant configurator that enables professionals in the mining and aggregate industries to design more productive and efficient plants.
Restarting Together initiative launched to boost recovery after COVID-19
The initiative is designed to contribute to a fast-economic recovery and create a more resilient society in the face of a crisis.
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ABB to install electrification and automation systems at new cement plant in India
The company will supply RCCPL with ABB Ability Expert Optimizer, an advanced process control solution for controlling, stabilising, and optimising industrial processes.
Dangote in hot kiln alignment service agreement with FLSmidth
The six-year agreement will see FLSmidth providing hot kiln alignment services to Dangote kilns in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Zambia, Congo, South Africa, and Nigeria.
Breedon appoints first Head of Sustainability
The company has appointed Donna Hunt as its first Group Head of Sustainability.
Coperion develops wear resistant group of rotary and diverter valves
The company has developed the DuroProtect group of rotary and diverter valves to help meet the special requirements for handling abrasive products.
BUA Foundation donates ambulances to aid fight against COVID-19
The governors of Jigawa and Sokoto States have received ambulances from the BUA Foundation to support the fight against the COVID-19 crisis.
Holcim Germany promotes biodiversity at its cement plant locations
The company explains how biodiversity is promoted in Holcim Germany’s locations.
CPA: Construction output in Great Britain to decline by 25% during 2020
The pause to construction work as a result of COVID-19 social distancing measures is the main cause of the fall, with 60% of planned construction output lost in April due to the measures.
AMA Research forecasts 11% decline in bricks, blocks and precast concrete sector due to COVID-19
Market growth for the bricks, blocks and precast concrete sector was at a steady 13% between 2015 – 2019, however AMA Research are predicting an almost complete reverse as the COVID-19 pandemic ensues.
Gebr. Pfeiffer to supply ready2grind unit for BBCI in the Philippines
The plant is currently under construction and will produce cement in Porac, near Angeles City in the Central Luzon region.
AUMUND Group continues to offer After Sales Services during coronavirus crisis
Many customers, from cement, steel and other industries, are able to order spare and wear parts for their AUMUND machines earlier than planned, in order to be prepared for the time after the coronavirus crisis.