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CEMATRIX Announces the Strengthening of Its North American Sales Team

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CEMATRIX Corporation (TSXV: CVX) (OTCQB: CTXXF) ("CEMATRIX" or the "Company") a North American leading manufacturer and supplier of technologically advanced cellular concrete products, announces the strengthening of its sales team by way of key new hires in 2022 with a focus on sales growth and regional sales expansion throughout North America’s infrastructure markets.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CEMATRIX Corporation (TSXV: CVX) (OTCQB: CTXXF) ("CEMATRIX" or the "Company") a North American leading manufacturer and supplier of technologically advanced cellular concrete products, announces the strengthening of its sales team by way of key new hires in 2022 with a focus on sales growth and regional sales expansion throughout North America’s infrastructure markets.
  • “It has been a priority for CEMATRIX to bolster its sales efforts in key markets as we continue to educate end users and promote our cellular concrete solutions across North America,” stated Jeff Kendrick, President, and CEO of CEMATRIX.
  • is based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and joined CEMATRIX as a Technical Sales Representative, Central Region (Province of Ontario).
  • He and the MixOnSite team cover technical aspects of design and sales for projects throughout North America.

UNITED MATERIALS READY-MIX DRIVERS JOIN TEAMSTERS

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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BUFFALO, N.Y., Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirty-five ready-mix concrete drivers at three different facilities employed by United Materials in Buffalo, N.Y., have voted overwhelmingly to join Teamsters Local 449.

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  • BUFFALO, N.Y., Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirty-five ready-mix concrete drivers at three different facilities employed by United Materials in Buffalo, N.Y., have voted overwhelmingly to join Teamsters Local 449.
  • "We already represent drivers at the two biggest ready-mix contractors in the area, Lafarge and Iroquois Bar.
  • We plan on fighting to increase wages, employer-sponsored health care coverage, and retirement benefits to the same standard at those companies when we go to negotiate a contract for United Materials."
  • This will benefit not just my batch plant or me as an individual, but the entire profession even the non-union drivers."

Holcim US to achieve 40% wind and solar renewable energy across operations in 2023

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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CHICAGO, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US, the green building materials leader, has entered into its first virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) linked to renewable energy generation. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) VPPA means that at least 38% of our total power consumption at all of our production facilities in Texas is now from wind generation. The agreement complements our ongoing investment in on-site renewable energy generation, participation in community solar farms and significant gains from electrical efficiency investments.

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  • The agreement complements our ongoing investment in on-site renewable energy generation, participation in community solar farms and significant gains from electrical efficiency investments.
  • "We're increasing the energy efficiency of our operations to use less energy while accomplishing more.
  • Holcim US recently finalized an ERCOT Agreement, aVPPA from which 92,000 Renewable Energy Credits will be generated annually to go towards our de-carbonization goals.
  • The renewable energy is generated from a large wind farm in Coke County, Texas.

Lafarge Canada Partners with 4Refuel for R50 Renewable Diesel to Reduce 1,300 tonnes of CO2e in 2022

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Lafarge Canada today announced a partnership with 4Refuel, a Finning Industrial Service, for the supply of renewable diesel (R50, a 50% renewable diesel) to Lafarge in the Greater Vancouver Area (GVA) market until the end of 2022.

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  • Lafarge Canada today announced a partnership with 4Refuel, a Finning Industrial Service, for the supply of renewable diesel (R50, a 50% renewable diesel) to Lafarge in the Greater Vancouver Area (GVA) market until the end of 2022.
  • Starting October 1, Lafarges GVA aggregate, ready-mix, asphalt and construction sites introduced use of R50 across its diesel equipment fleet.
  • Lafarge has projected a 5 thousand tonnes CO2e annual reduction if the switch to R50 is made for all of 2023.
  • We welcome Lafarge as a top-tier industrial customer to receive our R50 renewable diesel solution, says Lauren Foulkes, Director of Sustainability, 4Refuel.

Holcim US Unites Legacy Brands in Colorado

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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Company expands Holcim US identity in Colorado, bringing together some of the state's most trusted brands in the building sector

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  • Company expands Holcim US identity in Colorado, bringing together some of the state's most trusted brands in the building sector
    New milestone in Holcim's transformation to be the U.S. leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions
    DENVER, Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Holcim US, the leader in sustainable building solutions, announced today plans to unite its legacy brands in Colorado.
  • A trusted partner for decades in Denver, Colorado Springs, Boulder and Fort Collins, Holcim's Colorado-based legacy brands and operations include aggregates, cement, concrete, and asphalt and will join the Holcim Portland cement plant in Florence under the Holcim name.
  • "Uniting these brands as Holcim builds on the market strength of each and streamlines the company's collective work as a sustainable builder of progress.
  • Holcim is the company behind some of the world's most trusted brands in the building sector including ACC, Aggregate Industries, Ambuja Cement, Disensa, Firestone Building Products, Geocycle, Holcim and Lafarge.

Burke Porter Group Appoints Jeffrey Moss as Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burke Porter Group ("BPG" or the "Company") today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Moss as Chief Executive Officer and Gabrial Diab as Chief Financial Officer. In addition, David DeBoer is transitioning to Vice Chairman where he will continue his critical role advancing the strategic vision of BPG through M&A and strategic partnerships. These appointments further position the Company for continued growth as a leading global provider of automated diagnostic, testing and production solutions serving life science and specialty industrial end markets.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burke Porter Group ("BPG" or the "Company") today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Moss as Chief Executive Officer and Gabrial Diab as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. Moss brings more than 30 years of leadership experience to BPG, having spent his career dedicated to driving innovation and operational excellence.
  • Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer at Dematic, a global leader in intelligent warehouse and distribution center automation solutions.
  • He also joins BPG from Dematic, where he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for over three years.

Holcim US Enhances Innovative Concrete Portfolio in Colorado and Minneapolis Markets

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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Holcim US, the leader in sustainable building solutions, has introduced DYNAMax high-performance concrete to its innovative concrete product portfolio in the Denver and Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Twin Cities, Minnesota, markets.

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  • Holcim US, the leader in sustainable building solutions, has introduced DYNAMax high-performance concrete to its innovative concrete product portfolio in the Denver and Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Twin Cities, Minnesota, markets.
  • Holcim innovated DYNAMax as a product that helps the construction industry build more with less.
  • Moreover, DYNAMaxs unique properties translate into the ability to execute components and structures with less concrete and steel reinforcement, making the concrete a valuable resource-saving material.
  • As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, creating smarter infrastructure, and improving living standards around the world.

Dairy Contest Winners Compete for Grand Champion

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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MILWAUKEE, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crave Brothers Farmstead earns the coveted title of Grand Master Cheesemaker at the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair Blue Ribbon Dairy Products Auction on August 11. Wisconsin is America's Dairyland -- the state known for making the world's best dairy products. 

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  • With more than 300 entries spanning 40 classes, the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Products Contest Grand Champions also include:
    2022 Grand Champion Butter Organic Salted Butter, exhibited by CROPP Cooperative/Organic Valley of LaFarge
    2022 Grand Champion Yogurt Yodelay Rhubarb Swiss Yogurt, exhibited by Yodelay Yogurt of Madison
    2022 Grand Champion Sour Cream Sour Cream-based French Onion Dip, exhibited by Westby Co-Op Creamery of Westby
    2022 Grand Champion Milk Reduced Fat Milk, exhibited by Weber's Farm Store of Marshfield
    This state's rich dairy heritage, with generations of dairy farmers andcheesemakers adopting time tested traditions with European roots are combined with a spirit of innovation that has built an entire community centered around dairy, which can only be found in Wisconsin.
  • To learn more about Wisconsin's Grand Champion winners visit www.wisconsincheese.com .
  • About Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin:Funded by Wisconsin dairy farmers, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that focuses on marketing and promoting Wisconsin's world-class dairy products.
  • About Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board:The board is made up of individuals passionate about promoting Wisconsin's $45.6 billion dairy industry during the Wisconsin State Fair.

Lafarge Canada Launches First Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Steps to Eliminate 188 Tons of Light-Duty Fleet CO2 Emissions

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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Lafarge Canada, a member of Holcim Group, today announced the opening of the companys first four Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Canada at its Kent Ave Ready Mix Concrete Plant in Vancouver, British Columbia.

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  • Lafarge Canada, a member of Holcim Group, today announced the opening of the companys first four Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Canada at its Kent Ave Ready Mix Concrete Plant in Vancouver, British Columbia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220809006003/en/
    Lafarge Canada first four of 100 planned Electric Vehicle Charging Stations located in Vancouver, BC.
  • The fleet initiative creates the potential to eliminate 188 tons of CO2 (carbon dioxide) emissions over the next five years.
  • The Kent Ave stations are accessible to all employees who drive electric vehicles or would like to transition their personal vehicle to electric or hybrid models.

Holcim successfully closes SES insulation and roofing business acquisition

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Monday, August 1, 2022
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Holcim has successfully completed the acquisition of SES Foam LLC, the biggest independent spray foam insulation company in the US with 2022 (est.)

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  • Holcim has successfully completed the acquisition of SES Foam LLC, the biggest independent spray foam insulation company in the US with 2022 (est.)
  • With SES leadership in thermal insulation, we are expanding our range of innovative systems for sustainable buildings, from roofing to insulation, to enhance buildings energy-efficiency.
  • This transaction adds to Holcims other recent acquisitions in roofing and insulation, from Firestone Building Products to Malarkey Roofing Products.
  • Pro-forma net sales for Holcims roofing and insulation business are on track to reach CHF 3.5 billion for 2022.