US cement news
CEMEX expands into South Texas markets
The company has announced that its US operations are expanding its strong Texas network with the acquisition of a ready-mix business in San Antonio, TX.
Lafarge Canada supplies precast concrete for Stradbrook apartment building
The company’s Precast Plant in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has supplied a sustainable solution for the construction of the 18-story multi-use apartment building at 221 Stradbrook.
Svante raises US$75 million to decarbonise cement and hydrogen production
The company has announced that it has successfully closed US$75 million of Series D equity financing, the largest private investment into point source carbon capture globally to date.
LafargeHolcim and Schlumberger New Energy explore carbon capture and storage solutions
The two companies will study the feasibility of capturing carbon from two LafargeHolcim cement plants, based in Europe and North America, using Schlumberger’s carbon sequestration technologies.
CEMEX awarded grant from United States Department of Energy to develop carbon capture technology
The company has announced that its US operations have been awarded a grant from the United States Department of Energy to research, engineer and develop a pilot for a breakthrough carbon capture unit.
CAMCORP names National OEM Sales Manager
The manufacturer of high-performing air pollution control and pneumatic conveying equipment has announced the addition of Angela ‘Angi’ Hamlin as National OEM Sales Manager.
Schust makes organisational changes
The company has announced that Tyson (Ty) Knox has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Engineering and Project Management.
Lehigh Cement develops sustainable blended Portland Limestone Cement (PLC) for the Canadian Prairies
Lehigh Hanson has announced the launch of EcoCem®PLUS at its Edmonton cement plant in Alberta, Canada. The cement product provides strength and durability while reducing the carbon footprint of concrete.
Flexco and MLT Minet Lacing Technology establish strategic partnership in North America
The companies have signed an agreement in which Flexco will be the exclusive source for MLT products in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Grupo Cementos de Chihuahua shares financial results
The company, a leading supplier and producer of cement and concrete in the United States, Mexico and Canada, has announced its results for the fourth quarter and full year 2020.