Holcim North America recognised by Slag Cement Association

“We are honored to receive three SCA awards, recognizing our dedication to resilient building across a diverse range of projects, from infrastructure to community spaces,” said Patrick Cleary, senior vice president of Cement Sales at Holcim. “Our solutions fuse longevity with performance, transforming the way we build our cities back better, while also addressing pressing challenges such as aging infrastructure.”

Holcim’s three projects that were awarded by SCA demonstrate how its innovative mix is making an impact across North America for a variety of purposes:

• The Seattle Storm Center for Basketball Performance: Holcim was awarded in the Lower Carbon Concrete category for its role in the construction of the dedicated practice facility for the WNBA’s Seattle Storm. Collaborating with Stoneway Concrete and Sellen Construction, Holcim used its supplementary cementitious material, slag, which led to a 40% reduction in carbon emissions compared to regional averages. The project also met 80% of the targeted reductions outlined by the First Movers Coalition for Concrete by 2030.
• Concrete Pavement Intersection for Middle Road and Hanover Street along Route 1 in Newbury MA MASS DOT: Holcim was awarded in the Durability category for its role in Massachusetts' first concrete paving project in 50 years, setting a precedent for future projects. The slag cement aided in compressive strengths, durability, color and lightness of the concrete, with a projected life of service exceeding 75 years.
• Use of Innovative Sustainable and Durable Materials in Concrete Pavements: Holcim was awarded in the Lower Carbon Concrete category for its role in the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)’s slag cement study on Interstate 94. The project evaluated four slag-based cement systems, demonstrating their performance and clinker reduction potential.

Since 2010, the SCA has recognised excellence in sustainable concrete construction using slag cement. Holcim’s repeated success across multiple categories, including Architectural, Durability, High Performance, Innovation and Infrastructure, further solidifies its position as a leader in low-carbon building practices.

Read the article online at: https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/06052025/holcim-north-america-recognised-by-slag-cement-association/