Communication is a key link in the chain when it comes to measuring the 5 C’s - Construction, Carbonation, Concrete, Cement, and Clinker. Join Shawn Kalyn, B.eng LEED AP bd+c, Sustainability and Technical Marketing – North America, Votorantim Cimentos, to discuss the American Cement Association (ACA) and the Cement Association of Canada (CAC), concrete roadmap 2030 and 2050 goals and implementation. Integrating new innovations in cement and concrete production involves using

Mike Fedorco, Ash Grove Cement, will provide an overview of the state of blended cements and discuss several of their most recent innovative products, including Duracem F and Duracem N. The presentation will include highlights of applications and uses to date. Presenter Mike Fedorco is the Director of Customer Solutions at Ash Grove Cement, where he is responsible for delivering innovative customer solutions through new product development and product optimization. His work i

Shawn Kayln with VCNA St Mary’s spoke to a captive crowd during NEU’s session at the recent Spring ACI Concrete Convention in Rosemont, IL.

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) today announced it will join industry leaders at the 2026 Cementitious Materials International Technical and Trade Congress Americas, March 11 – 12, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, to deliver technical information related to blended cements and sustainable solutions. Dr. Maria Juenger, professor at The University of Texas at Austin and president of ACI, will present cutting-edge research on Blended Type IL Cements and Calcined Clays and their r