Holcim announce ‘transformative’ AI

Holcim will expand its usage of AI technology. Image: Holcim Holcim will use artificial intelligence to include more than 100 plants worldwide over the next four years under a new plan announced recently.  The announcement is an expansion of the company’s current use of artificial intelligence, which has already been deployed in 45 plants. The …

Breedon Group commit to ‘exciting’ electric trial

Breedon Group has announced a new electric vehicle trial. Image: Breedon Group Breedon Group has announced it will take part in a fully electric ready-mix concrete vehicle in an “exciting development” for the company.  Breedon has a presence in the Great Britian, Ireland and the United States’ construction materials sectors. Its new initiative will be …

Protecting every breath, every sound, every sight with 3M

3M is a pioneer in pioneer in safety and personal protective equipment. Image: Motion Australia In the industrial realm, the importance of protecting workers is paramount. Thousands of employees are at risk of serious injuries annually due to inadequate personal protective equipment. Vision impairment, respiratory conditions, and hearing loss are among the most common and …

Terex Washing Systems appoint Fisher to new role

Mark Fisher has been appointed to Terex Washing Systems. Image: Hillhead Mark Fisher has been unveiled as new business line director for Terex Washing Systems at the industry’s largest exhibition. Fisher previously served as director at CDE Global and general manager at Telestack, a division of Astec Industries, but will now head up Terex Washing …

‘Most significant product launch’: CDE unveil ProPress at Hillhead

CDE debuted the ProPress at Hillhead 2024. Image: CDE CDE has unveiled its new ProPress high-performance filter press at Hillhead 2024 to address needs in the quarrying sector.   The new ProPress adds to CDE’s range of water management and recycling systems. The ProPress has been designed and manufactured by CDE to achieve operational efficiency …

Holcim acquire Switzerland’s Candi-Land Group

Holcim has a worldwide presence. Image: Holcim Holcim has announced the acquisition of Cand-Landi Group to boost its construction demolition business.   The Swiss company has 250 employees and consolidated sales of CHF 70 million ($118 million AUD). Its portfolios include recycling and waste management, aggregates, and ready-mix.   “The acquisition of the Cand-Landi Group …

Heidelberg Materials updates Indiana site for sustainable materials

Heidelberg Materials invested in modifying the Speed facility to produce slag cement from domestically sourced slag granules. Image: Heidelberg Materials North America Heidelberg Materials has converted its Indiana cement plant to a slag grinding facility in response to market demand for sustainable products.   Heidelberg Materials stopped producing Portland cement in the facility, located in …

MLC reveal two ‘integral’ appointments

Cheryl Stuckmeyer (L) and Blake Dell (R) have new positions at MLC. Image: MLC MLC has continued to bolster its operations in the United States and abroad with two leadership appointments.    The company, formerly known as Mississippi Lime Company, has announced that Cheryl Stuckmeyer will join the company while Blake Dell has been promoted. …

Powerscreen ‘excited’ for Hillhead 2024

Powerscreen will be at Hillhead 2024. Image: Powerscreen Powerscreen has revealed its exhibition plans for Hillhead, which will get underway this week for the quarrying sector.   Set against the backdrop of Hillhead Quarry in Buxton, UK, Hillhead is the largest exhibition for the quarrying industry.   Powerscreen will focus on educating customers on how …

‘Strong leader’: Voigt earns Superior promotion

Matt Voigt has been promoted at Superior Industries. Image: Superior Industries Matt Voigt has been promoted at Superior Industries to lead the US-manufacturer’s new product developments going forward.   As the company’s senior product manager, Voigt will cover all product segments at Superior Industries, including crushing, screening, washing, conveying, portable plants, and Fusion Modular Platforms.  …