Concrete

Evolving Needs of Concrete Manufacturers

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11 years ago

May 31, 2014

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Gone are the days when the concrete equipment manufacturer could focus solely on assembling machine parts and dispatching them to the construction sites. In today?s competitive era after sales services have come to occupy centre stage. As the structural and design complexities increase, it is becoming more and more challenging to pour concrete at site. Pumps with longer ranges, flexible booms and tie ups with contractors are some of the developments and initiatives by equipment suppliers to support the construction sector. Increasingly, the equipment buyers are asking for mobile batching plants, which can be easily relocated and erected in shorter time frames. The equipment industry is evolving to meet these demands.

One of the growing concerns is the shortage of skilled technicians in the field. The concrete equipment industry has to upgrade its skilled force to face the challenges of the growing economy. As the nation moves ahead to build its infrastructure, the need for trained manpower is only going to grow.

The demand for speedier construction, especially for residential and commercial housing, flyovers, roads, etc., has encouraged adoption of mechanised techniques of construction boosting demand for construction equipment in India. A range of multinational players has already established itself in the market. Although Chinese equipment suppliers have emerged as a viable commercial option, they have been seriously restricted by the near absence of service network in India. Apart from capital cost involved, the modern customer looks for operations and maintenance costs, spare part support and the delivery schedule too. On several occasions Chinese equipment suppliers have failed to deliver equipment and services as per delivery schedule. In following interactions we try to gauge what the concrete manufacturers look for when choosing equipment.

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thyssenkrupp Polysius, SaltX partner for electrified production

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8 hours ago

March 12, 2025

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thyssenkrupp Polysius and Swedish startup SaltX have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to co-develop the next generation of electrified production facilities, advancing industrial decarbonisation. Their collaboration will integrate SaltX’s patented Electric Arc Calciner (EAC) technology into thyssenkrupp Polysius’ green system solutions, enabling electric calcination, replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy, and capturing CO2 for emission-free production. Dr Luc Rudowski, Head of Innovation, thyssenkrupp Polysius, emphasised that this partnership expands their portfolio of sustainable solutions, particularly in cement, lime, and Direct-Air-Capture (DAC). Lina Jorheden, CEO, SaltX, highlighted the significant CO2 reduction potential, reinforcing their commitment to sustainable industrial processes.

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Terra CO2 secures $82m to scale low-carbon cement technology

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8 hours ago

March 12, 2025

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Terra CO2, a US-based sustainable building materials company, has raised $82 million in Series B funding, co-led by Just Climate, Eagle Materials and GenZero, with continued support from Breakthrough Energy Ventures. The investment will accelerate the commercial deployment of Terra’s OPUS technology, enabling the construction of multiple production facilities across North America and Europe. With the cement industry responsible for 8 per cent of global CO2 emissions, Terra’s solution provides an immediate, scalable alternative using abundant raw materials that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure. The company has secured key partnerships, including a deal with Eagle Materials for multiple 240,000-tonne plants.

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Titan Cement Group enters South Asia

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8 hours ago

March 12, 2025

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Titan Cement Group has expanded into the South Asian market through a joint venture with JAYCEE, an India-based producer of supplementary cementitious materials. Titan will hold a majority stake in the newly formed company, Atlas EcoSolutions, which will focus on sourcing, processing, marketing, and distributing SCMs globally. This initiative aims to support sustainable construction by promoting alternatives to clinker-based cement. Jean-Philippe Benard, Head of Supply Chain and Energy Development, emphasised that the venture aligns with Titan’s strategy to lead in low-carbon building materials while reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The move strengthens Titan’s position in a high-growth market while ensuring long-term access to SCMs.