Concrete news
Pioneering researchers and leading cement companies meet in India to focus on vital goal of net zero concrete
Representatives of more than 75 renowned academic institutions and businesses from across the world have gathered in New Delhi, India, to take part in the Innovandi Global Cement and Concrete Research Network (GCCRN) Spring Week.
CEMEX develops technology to accurately measure concrete's resistance during setting
CEMEX announced today that it has developed a new proprietary technology that monitors concrete during its pouring and hardening to measure its strength in real-time during the construction process. The technology has been named “Spider Tracker” due to its spider-leg-like sensors.
Cement and concrete industry leaders join forces with UN at New York Climate Week to focus on action, progress and next steps
The GCCA, PCA, and FICEM have, at a New York Climate Week event, showcased the cement and concrete sector’s decarbonisation progress that has been made since the launch of the industry Net Zero Roadmap, in October 2021.
A perfect mix: VERIFI and Portland Limestone Cement
GCP explains how combining Portland Limestone Cement with in-transit concrete management enhances performance & sustainability.
Betolar and Consolis Parma announce a partnership for low-carbon concrete testing in hollow-core slabs
Betolar has signed a development cooperation agreement to drive low-carbon construction with Consolis Parma, Finland's leading manufacturer of precast concrete elements.
Concrete industry calls up photographers to capture beauty and design of the material in competition
The fourth annual Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) “Concrete in Life” photography competition has launched, with professional and amateur photographers from around the world set to capture the beauty of concrete and showcase the role of concrete in a sustainable world.
Holcim to acquire ready-mix concrete assets of Ol-Trans in Northern Poland
Holcim signed an agreement with Ol-Trans, the leader in ready-mix concrete in the Gdansk-Sopot-Gdynia area, to acquire its five concrete plants.
Hanson shows it support for Pride
Hanson has given a ready-mixed concrete mixer and an aggregates tipper truck a colourful makeover to mark the 50th anniversary of Pride marches in the UK and show its support for the LGBT+ community.
North American construction output forecast to grow despite rising material prices and interest rates
Construction output in North America is forecast to grow by 2.4% in 2022 despite rising material prices and interest rate hikes, says GlobalData
Innovative Argos Concrete Rehabilitates Bridges in Florida
Argos has launched an innovative and highly specialised product called Super UHPC, an ultra-high performance concrete that is already being used to rehabilitate two bridges over one of the most important roads in the state of Florida.