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R. N. Raikar Memorial International Conference in Mumbai

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5 years ago

October 14, 2021

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To celebrate the invaluable contribution of RN Raikar to the field of concrete, the India Chapter of American Concrete Institute (ICACI), will be hosting R. N. Raikar Memorial International Conference in Mumbai. The conference will be held on 20h and 21st December 2013. Featuring 63 renowned international experts, the conference has already etched support of over 40 countries including USA, Canada, Germany, UK, France, Italy, Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Finland, Norway, Netherlands, Denmark, Ireland, Turkey, Australia, Russia, Israel, Japan, China, Singapore, Korea and Brazil. More experts and participating countries are expected to come onboard in the months leading up to this mammoth event.

A key highlight of the two-day event will be the ‘Dr. Suru Shah Symposium on Advances in Science & Technology of Concrete. This symposium is a felicitation of Dr. Surendra Shah. Dr. Shah is a renowned professor-cum-researcher from Northwestern University, Chicago, who has spearheaded the growth of several international universities to encourage scientific innovation in concrete.

The Institution of Structural Engineers, UK has also pledged its support to this technical extravaganza. Organised by the India Chapter of American Concrete Institute (ICACI), the event will be inaugurated by Dr. Anne Ellis, President and Dr. Ron Burg, Executive Vice President, American Concrete Institute (ACI).

Dr. S. K. Manjrekar, Convenor and former President of ICACI said:’Through this conference, we seek to introduce participants to cutting-edge technologies related to concrete construction, and to facilitate technology transfer in appropriate areas. A galaxy of foreign experts including the internationally renowned Dr. Suru Shah will enlighten the audience. We have received a very enthusiastic response from the engineering and building fraternity, prompting ICACI to consider organising such international symposiums every two years’

For details please contact

ICACI through infoicaci@gmail.com and +91 22 24469175

or the website at www.ic-aci-rnraikarmemorialinternationalconference.com

Concrete

WCA Welcomes SiloConnect as associate corporate member

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5 days ago

April 13, 2026

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The World Cement Association (WCA) has announced SiloConnect as its newest associate corporate member, expanding its network of technology providers supporting digitalisation in the cement industry. SiloConnect offers smart sensor technology that provides real-time visibility of cement inventory levels at customer silos, enabling producers to monitor stock remotely and plan deliveries more efficiently. The solution helps companies move from reactive to proactive logistics, improving delivery planning, operational efficiency and safety by reducing manual inspections. The technology is already used by major cement producers such as Holcim, Cemex and Heidelberg Materials and is deployed across more than 30 countries worldwide.

Concrete

TotalEnergies and Holcim Launch Floating Solar Plant in Belgium

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5 days ago

April 13, 2026

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TotalEnergies and Holcim have commissioned a floating solar power plant in Obourg, Belgium, built on a rehabilitated former chalk quarry that has been converted into a lake. The project has a generation capacity of 31 MW and produces around 30 GWh of renewable electricity annually, which will be used to power Holcim’s nearby industrial operations. The project is currently the largest floating solar installation in Europe dedicated entirely to industrial self-consumption. To ensure minimal impact on the surrounding landscape, more than 700 metres of horizontal directional drilling were used to connect the solar installation to the electrical substation. The project reflects ongoing collaboration between the two companies to support industrial decarbonisation through renewable energy solutions and innovative infrastructure development.

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Cortec® Corporation applauded for its strong safety performance

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5 days ago

April 13, 2026

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Cortec® Corporation has been recognised for its strong safety performance, receiving its sixth Governor’s Workplace Safety Award for its outstanding performance in 2025. As a Silver Achievement recipient, the company continues to maintain safety metrics well above national industry averages, an impressive accomplishment for a chemical manufacturing organisation. This achievement reflects Cortec’s proactive approach to workplace safety, focused on early hazard detection and employee involvement. The company will be formally recognised at the Minnesota Safety and Health Conference in May, highlighting how industrial companies are effectively strengthening workplace safety standards.