European cement news
CarbonBuilt joins WCA as Associate Corporate Member
The World Cement Association has announced that it has further expanded its international network of members by welcoming CarbonBuilt as an Associate Corporate Member.
FLSmidth powers INDOCEMENT’s move from coal to alternative fuels in Indonesia
Enabling the use of municipal waste and biofuels, the project sees FLSmidth deliver a MissionZero flagship product, the FLSmidth HOTDISC-S and feeding systems.
Breedon Group shares trading update
The company has shared a report on its performance for the 10 months to 31 October 2021.
LOESCHE delivers a new raw material grinding plant to LafargeHolcim in Mannersdorf
The delivery time of the grinding plant will be 14.5 months. Commissioning is scheduled for the end of February 2022.
Menzel Elektromotoren customises large slip ring motor for cement mill
The company has adapted and delivered a 6500-kW slip ring motor for a cement mill at short notice
Vicat holds Climate Strategy meeting
The company recently held an information meeting, or Capital Markets Day, at its headquarters in L'Isle d'Abeau, France, dedicated to its Climate Strategy, followed by a visit to the Montalieu cement plant.
Holcim supports first exhibition on history of concrete in Switzerland
The company is supporting Beton, the first Swiss exhibition dedicated to the history of concrete, which has recently opened at the S AM Swiss Architecture Museum in Basel and is on display until 24 April 2022.
Fluke Process Instruments releases CS400 Kiln Shell Imaging System
The system is a fully integrated solution that continuously monitors rotary kilns for hot spots and can picture every brick in real-time to detect wear and tear, prevent costly damages and unscheduled downtime.
ECOncrete study finds greater ecological value for ecological concrete mattresses in comparison to standard designs
The study has important implications for promoting a more sustainable and adaptive approach to coastal and marine development in an era of climate resilience building.
Genvia signs pilot project agreements supporting the decarbonisation of the cement industry
Schlumberger New Energy, the CEA and partners have announced the signature of pilot project agreements between Genvia and critical-industry leaders on the pathway to net zero in the cement and steel industries.