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¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Receives Awards at Annual Portland Cement Association Meeting
Annually, the Portland Cement Association (PCA) recognizes outstanding achievements for member companies in safety and environmental performance. We are pleased to announce ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ was recognized earlier this month in both of those categories. -
Thornton Quarry Wins NSSGA Environmental Excellence Award
Last week, the National Sand, Stone and Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced the recipients of the 2023 Environmental Excellence Awards. We are pleased to announce that the ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Thornton Quarry was selected as a recipient in the Gold Category. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Hosts Aspen Institute and U.S. Congressional Delegation at Brevik Cement Plant
Recently, ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ invited the Aspen Institute and a congressional delegation from the U.S. to tour the Brevik project and learn about the technology that will help capture and store 400,000 tons of CO2 per year. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ’ Delta, BC, Plant Now Producing 100% EcoCem® Portland Limestone Cement
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce that their Delta, BC, cement plant has recently switched to producing 100% EcoCem® portland limestone cement (PLC). -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America to Acquire Green Drop Rock Products
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the business of Green Drop Rock Products located in Cochrane, Alberta. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America and MHI Are Working Toward First Full-Scale Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage Solution for Cement Industry
Industry-leading Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Facility in Edmonton, Alberta, continues to advance with MHI pilot plant. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announces slag supply agreement with the Levy Group of Companies
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announced today that it has entered into an agreement with the Levy Group of Companies to secure a consistent supply of slag granules to produce high-quality slag cement at its Speed, Indiana, facility. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America selects WSP as Owner’s Engineer for Edmonton Carbon Capture and Storage Project
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce the selection of WSP as the Owner's Engineers for the Edmonton, Alberta Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Project. This facility, slated to begin construction late next year, will be the cement industry’s first full-scale application of carbon capture. -
U.S. DOE Selects ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ’ New Cement Plant in Mitchell for Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program Funding
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has been selected for award negotiation to receive approximately $5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Completes Acquisition of The SEFA Group, Inc.
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announced today that it has completed the purchase of The SEFA Group Inc., the largest recycler of fly ash sold for use in concrete products in the United States. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announces first clinker at new cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce that the first clinker was produced at the company’s new state-of-the-art cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana, on April 23, 2023. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ to acquire The SEFA Group, Inc.
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire The SEFA Group, Inc., the largest recycler of fly ash sold for use in concrete products in the U.S. -
Congresswoman Erin Houchin Visits Mitchell Plant
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ welcomed Congresswoman Erin Houchin at the new Mitchell, Indiana, cement facility for a visit on Tuesday, April 11. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ to partner with the Government of Canada for the First Global Net Zero Carbon Capture and Storage Facility (CCUS) in the Cement Industry
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ is pleased to announce the successful completion of a Memorandum of Understanding between ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ and the Government of Canada. This partnership will support ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ’ project to develop the cement industry’s first global full scale Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) facility at the company’s Edmonton location. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Expands Footprint in Growing Central New York Market
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ announced today that is has acquired all operating assets and reserves of RMS Gravel Inc., a producer of high-quality sand and gravel products located in the Central New York market. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Hosts Indiana Economic Development Corporation at the Mitchell Cement Plant
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ was pleased to host representatives from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) at its Mitchell Plant on March 21 for a discussion around the expansion project and the impact that it will have on the local and regional economy of Indiana. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Hosts U.S. Senator Mike Braun at Mitchell Cement Plant
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ was pleased to host U.S. Senator Mike Braun on March 10 at its Mitchell, Indiana, cement plant. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Strengthens Recycling Focus in Key Midwest Market
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has two new sales yards in the Chicago metropolitan area for the company’s Revolve Recycled Aggregates. -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Attends White House Roundtable on Industrial Innovation and Decarbonization
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ was invited by the White House to join a wide range of industrial sector executives and labor leaders for a productive roundtable conversation to discuss innovation and ways to accelerate industrial decarbonization. -
Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne Visits ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North American Headquarters
The team at the ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Headquarters welcomed Representative Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) on Monday, February 13
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¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Announces Sustainable Advancements at Edmonton Cement Plant
Nov 14, 2024, 12:43 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce significant environmental advancements at its Edmonton cement plant, marking substantial progress towards more sustainable manufacturing and waste management.Full story -
Stan Dacus Recognized by Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association
Sep 17, 2024, 17:19 by Jeff SiegStan Dacus, a Vice President for ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America’s Southwest Region, was recently honored with the Bob Beard Good Neighbor Award, a prestigious accolade given by the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA).Full story -
Quick Compaction with Revolveâ„¢ Recycled Aggregates
Sep 4, 2024, 17:31 by Jeff SiegJK Tobin selects Revolveâ„¢ R30, a blended recycled aggregate subbase material, for use in warehouse project.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Finalizes Award Contract with U.S. DOE for Mitchell, Indiana, Cement Plant Industrial Demonstrations Program Funding
Aug 14, 2024, 11:55 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has finalized award negotiations with the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED).Full story -
A Story of Coexistence: Great Horned Owls at Pine Ridge
Aug 12, 2024, 14:13 by Jeff SiegEarlier this year, our Pine Ridge Sand and Gravel facility in Springfield, Manitoba, had the unique privilege of hosting a family of Great Horned Owls at the site.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Expands Reach in Central New York with acquisition of Carver Sand & Gravel
Jul 29, 2024, 11:25 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Carver Sand & Gravel, the largest aggregates producer in the Albany, New York, area.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America and Pronto Announce Trial of Autonomous Haulage Solution Technology in Quarry Operations
Jul 25, 2024, 08:17 by Jeff SiegPronto, a Silicon Valley-based autonomy pioneer, and ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America, a leading producer of construction materials, are pleased to announce their plans to deploy Pronto’s Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) at ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Lake Bridgeport quarry in Texas. TFull story -
U.S. EPA Selects ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ for Up to $5 Million in Funding for EPD Project
Jul 18, 2024, 06:58 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has been selected for award negotiation to receive up to $5 million in funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a robust, web-based tool that can help ready-mix concrete, cement and aggregate facilities to quickly produce high-quality Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Further Strengthens U.S. Footprint with Acquisitions in Texas and Pennsylvania
Jul 16, 2024, 06:37 by Jeff SiegThese acquisitions complement the company’s existing footprints in its core markets of Texas and Pennsylvania while strengthening its focus on recycling.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Encourages Participation in the Sixth Edition of the Quarry Life Award
Jul 9, 2024, 21:42 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announces the kickoff and encourages participation in the sixth edition of the Quarry Life Award, a nature-based competition across more than 15 countries worldwide.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Acquires Concrete Recycling & Materials Business in South Texas Market
Jul 1, 2024, 06:56 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has acquired all assets of Aaron Materials, an established concrete recycler and materials producer in the Corpus Christi area.Full story
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¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Announces Sustainable Advancements at Edmonton Cement Plant
Nov 14, 2024, 12:43 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce significant environmental advancements at its Edmonton cement plant, marking substantial progress towards more sustainable manufacturing and waste management.Full story -
Stan Dacus Recognized by Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association
Sep 17, 2024, 17:19 by Jeff SiegStan Dacus, a Vice President for ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America’s Southwest Region, was recently honored with the Bob Beard Good Neighbor Award, a prestigious accolade given by the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA).Full story -
Quick Compaction with Revolveâ„¢ Recycled Aggregates
Sep 4, 2024, 17:31 by Jeff SiegJK Tobin selects Revolveâ„¢ R30, a blended recycled aggregate subbase material, for use in warehouse project.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Finalizes Award Contract with U.S. DOE for Mitchell, Indiana, Cement Plant Industrial Demonstrations Program Funding
Aug 14, 2024, 11:55 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has finalized award negotiations with the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED).Full story -
A Story of Coexistence: Great Horned Owls at Pine Ridge
Aug 12, 2024, 14:13 by Jeff SiegEarlier this year, our Pine Ridge Sand and Gravel facility in Springfield, Manitoba, had the unique privilege of hosting a family of Great Horned Owls at the site.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Expands Reach in Central New York with acquisition of Carver Sand & Gravel
Jul 29, 2024, 11:25 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announced today that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Carver Sand & Gravel, the largest aggregates producer in the Albany, New York, area.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America and Pronto Announce Trial of Autonomous Haulage Solution Technology in Quarry Operations
Jul 25, 2024, 08:17 by Jeff SiegPronto, a Silicon Valley-based autonomy pioneer, and ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America, a leading producer of construction materials, are pleased to announce their plans to deploy Pronto’s Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) at ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Lake Bridgeport quarry in Texas. TFull story -
U.S. EPA Selects ¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ for Up to $5 Million in Funding for EPD Project
Jul 18, 2024, 06:58 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America is pleased to announce it has been selected for award negotiation to receive up to $5 million in funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a robust, web-based tool that can help ready-mix concrete, cement and aggregate facilities to quickly produce high-quality Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ Further Strengthens U.S. Footprint with Acquisitions in Texas and Pennsylvania
Jul 16, 2024, 06:37 by Jeff SiegThese acquisitions complement the company’s existing footprints in its core markets of Texas and Pennsylvania while strengthening its focus on recycling.Full story -
¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America Encourages Participation in the Sixth Edition of the Quarry Life Award
Jul 9, 2024, 21:42 by Jeff Sieg¼«ÀÖÊÓƵ North America announces the kickoff and encourages participation in the sixth edition of the Quarry Life Award, a nature-based competition across more than 15 countries worldwide.Full story