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Richfield Concrete Announces New Proprietary Concrete Mix Titan 5000

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

TWIN CITIES, Minn., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Richfield Concrete, a leading provider of concrete paving solutions in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area proudly announces the company's proprietary mix, Titan 5000. The concrete mix has been formulated to withstand the harsh Minnesota winters while producing 50% fewer carbon emissions than the industry standards.

Key Points: 
  • Richfield Concrete's proprietary Titan 5000 mix reduces the carbon footprint by 50% over standard concrete mixtures by using more efficient machines and equipment, low-carbon raw materials, more recycled materials, advanced admixtures, and a supply chain controlled by the same producer (Holcim).
  • According to the team at Richfield Concrete , "Titan 5000 makes our new concrete mix an outstanding choice to combat Minnesota's constant freeze-thaw cycles and road salts.
  • Sourcing raw materials as environmentally friendly as possible is essential to Richfield Concrete.
  • Customers can now schedule a free estimate for Richfield Concrete's proprietary Titan 5000 concrete mix and pave the way to a greener future.

Holcim launches ECOCycle® to scale up circular construction

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Holcim launches ECOCycle®, its proprietary circular technology platform to recycle construction demolition materials into new building solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Holcim launches ECOCycle®, its proprietary circular technology platform to recycle construction demolition materials into new building solutions.
  • Jan Jenisch, CEO Holcim: “Across all metropolitan areas where we operate, we are at the forefront of driving circular construction to build new from the old.
  • As a pioneer in circular construction, Holcim launched the world’s first cement with 20% recycled construction demolition materials inside in Switzerland.
  • In the UK Holcim is building a residential area with 50% ECOCycle® Aggregates inside made from 100% recycled construction demolition materials.

Holcim acquires Sivyer Logistics, leading recycler of construction and demolition waste in London

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Saturday, April 15, 2023

Holcim acquires Sivyer Logistics, a leading producer of recycled construction and demolition waste (CDW) for the London construction market.

Key Points: 
  • Holcim acquires Sivyer Logistics, a leading producer of recycled construction and demolition waste (CDW) for the London construction market.
  • Sivyer currently handles roughly 1 million tons of materials per year, using state-of-the-art recycling and recovery technologies to recover over 500,000 tons of recycled aggregates and manufactured soils.
  • Miljan Gutovic, Region Head Europe: “Sivyer Logistics is an excellent addition to help us drive circular construction and reach our Group target of recycling 10 million tons of construction and demolition waste by 2025.
  • With six facilities across the capital, Sivyer Logistics’ services include waste management, vehicle logistics, manufactured soils, primary and recycled aggregates and ready-mix concrete.

Holcim and Norman Foster Foundation partner to make Essential Homes sustainable

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Saturday, April 15, 2023

Norman Foster Foundation’s Essential Home design brings safety, comfort and wellbeing to displaced communities

Key Points: 
  • Norman Foster Foundation’s Essential Home design brings safety, comfort and wellbeing to displaced communities
    Holcim deploys range of green building solutions, making sustainable building accessible to all
    Holcim and the Norman Foster Foundation announce the launch of their Essential Homes Research Project in Venice on 17 May, during the 2023 Architecture Biennale.
  • Holcim built these essential homes with a range of its green solutions, from ECOPact low carbon concrete to Elevate Insulation boards, to make sustainable building accessible to all.
  • Lord Norman Foster, President, Norman Foster Foundation: “Natural and manmade disasters create a continuous exodus of people seeking instant shelter.
  • It was a natural fit for us to partner with Norman Foster and his team to make their vision of essential homes sustainable.

Holcim completes acquisition of Duro-Last roofing systems

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Saturday, April 15, 2023

Holcim completed the acquisition of Duro-Last, a US leader in commercial roofing systems, with pro forma net sales of USD 540 million.

Key Points: 
  • Holcim completed the acquisition of Duro-Last, a US leader in commercial roofing systems, with pro forma net sales of USD 540 million.
  • Duro-Last’s systems will complement and strengthen Holcim’s integrated roofing offer, with expected synergies of USD 60 million per year.
  • With this acquisition, Holcim roofing systems will exceed USD 4 billion in net sales ahead of schedule.
  • At the forefront of sustainability, Duro-Last’s systems range from cool roofs, enhancing buildings’ energy efficiency, to its award-winning “Recycle Your Roof” program, driving circularity in roofing.

Holcim US Recognized by Slag Cement Association with Multiple Awards

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Monday, April 10, 2023

CHICAGO, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its industry award streak, Holcim US , received ten "Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Awards" from the Slag Cement Association (SCA).

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  • CHICAGO, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its industry award streak, Holcim US , received ten "Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Awards" from the Slag Cement Association (SCA).
  • Holcim was recognized for its sustainable contributions to multiple projects at the SCA's awards ceremony, held in conjunction with the Spring American Concrete Institute Convention in San Francisco.
  • "We're proud that the Slag Cement Association has recognized our contributions to major projects with the Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Awards.
  • Through its Slag Cement in Sustainable Concrete Awards Program, the association selects award winners in categories such as: Architectural, Durability, Infrastructure, High Performance, Innovative Applications and Lower Carbon Concrete.

Holcim US Continues Aggregates Expansion in Rapidly Growing Colorado Market

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Monday, April 3, 2023

DENVER, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US continues to strengthen its position in Colorado with its third acquisition in recent months in the rapidly growing state.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US continues to strengthen its position in Colorado with its third acquisition in recent months in the rapidly growing state.
  • Today the company announced the acquisition of Tezak Heavy Equipment ("Tezak"), a family-held aggregates producer and specialty civil construction business with deep roots in the Colorado Springs market.
  • The acquisition is highly complementary to Holcim's position in the rapidly growing Colorado Springs market, bringing significant synergies with the building solution leader's existing footprint.
  • "Partnering with companies like Tezak, a trusted regional aggregates and construction provider, we are able to build on our growth of the Colorado Springs market."

Holcim acquires Quimexur, expanding roofing and waterproofing in Latin America

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Friday, March 31, 2023

Holcim acquires Quimexur, a leading producer of liquid membranes for roofing and waterproofing applications in Argentina.

Key Points: 
  • Holcim acquires Quimexur, a leading producer of liquid membranes for roofing and waterproofing applications in Argentina.
  • This follows the rollout of the GacoFlex TechoProtec line of products in Latin America, after the acquisition of Firestone Building Products in 2021.
  • TechoProtec, a premium waterproofing and thermal isolation roofing system, advances Holcim’s ambition to become a leader in roofing and waterproofing systems in Latin America.
  • Oliver Osswald, Region Head Latin America: “With Quimexur we are moving quickly on our ambition to expand our position in roofing and waterproofing across Latin America.

Holcim accelerates climate action

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Friday, March 31, 2023

Accelerating its net zero ambition, Holcim aims to reach 420 kg CO2 per ton of cementitious materials by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • Accelerating its net zero ambition, Holcim aims to reach 420 kg CO2 per ton of cementitious materials by 2030.
  • Jan Jenisch, CEO: «Holcim is accelerating its climate action with upgraded net zero targets and a clear commitment to invest CHF 2 billion in CCUS technologies by 2030.
  • Continuing the momentum on its net zero journey, Holcim increased its green investments by 15% in 2022, reaching CHF 403 million.
  • Holcim’s Climate Report will be put to an advisory vote at its Annual General Meeting on 4 May 2023, reflecting the company’s commitment to give its shareholders a say on the company’s climate strategy.

Green Cement Market Expected to See Incredible Growth USD 46.82 billion by 2029, growing at 8.7% CAGR | Exactitude Consultancy

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Friday, March 24, 2023

PUNE, India, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exactitude Consultancy, the market research and consulting wing of Ameliorate Digital Consultancy Private Limited has completed and published the final copy of the detailed research report on the Green Cement Market.

Key Points: 
  • The global green cement market is expected to grow at an 8.7% CAGR from 2023 to 2029.
  • It is expected to reach above USD 46.82 billion by 2029 from USD 22.10 billion in 2022.
  • Therefore, growth in these sectors will assist in the green cement market growth.
  • Due to its better thermal insulation and fire protection qualities, green cement is an excellent replacement for ordinary Portland cement (OPC).