Concrete

New secant piling concrete by Hanson

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4 years ago

October 14, 2021

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Hanson has launched EasyPile SP, a new concrete mix design for secant piling. It is a system used predominantly for ground stabilisation work prior to the installation of structural piles, particularly in difficult ground conditions. EasyPile SP offers three mix designs to help contractors meet the specific requirements of secant walling. Hard pile is a reinforced concrete mix for the secondary piles, while soft pile and firm pile provide two options for primary piling. The machine increases the speed of piling by stabilising the ground and ensuring easy placement with conventional site equipment. It doesn’t lose water into the surrounding soil so remains fully hydrated and fit for purpose. EasyPile SP joins EasyPile CFA, a structural CFA piling concrete which reduces the number of cage failures in dry and dense ground conditions, in Hanson’s range of concrete piling solutions. Both mixes are available nationally and have been developed to offer piling contractors a cost effective solution in unfavourable ground conditions. The EasyPile range incorporates Hanson Regen, ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS), a cement replacement which significantly reduces embodied CO2, and the SikaPile Pak admixture system. These additions allow a lower pumping pressure which improves safety and reduces maintenance on pumping and placing equipment.

Hanson: www.heidelbergcement.com

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Star Cement launches ‘Star Smart Building Solutions’

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2 days ago

June 17, 2025

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Star Cement has launched ‘Star Smart Building Solutions,’ a new initiative aimed at promoting sustainable construction practices, as per a recent news report. This venture introduces a range of eco-friendly products, including tile adhesives, tile cleaners and grouts, designed to enhance durability and reduce environmental impact. The company plans to expand this portfolio with additional value-added products in the near future. By focusing on sustainable materials and innovative building solutions, Star Cement aims to contribute to environmentally responsible construction and meet the evolving needs of modern infrastructure development.

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Nuvoco Vistas reports record quarterly EBITDA

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2 days ago

June 17, 2025

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Nuvoco Vistas reported its highest-ever quarterly consolidated EBITDA of Rs.556 crore in Q4 FY25, with annual EBITDA at Rs.1,391 crore. Cement sales reached 19.4 MMT in FY25, with Q4 contributing 5.7 MMT. Revenue rose 4 per cent YoY to Rs.3,042 crore in Q4. Net debt reduced by Rs.390 crore to Rs.3,640 crore. The company received NCLT approval for acquiring Vadraj Cement, targeting 31 MMTPA capacity by FY27. Key marketing initiatives, expanding RMX and MBM businesses, and a focus on sustainability (457 kg CO2/tonne) drove performance. Nuvoco remains focused on premiumisation, operational efficiency, and market expansion.

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UltraTech Cement increases capacity by 1.4Mt/yr

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2 days ago

June 17, 2025

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UltraTech Cement has expanded its production capacity by 1.4 million tonnes per annum (Mt/yr) through a combination of debottlenecking efforts and operational efficiency upgrades across several of its plants. The enhancements include an addition of 0.6Mt/yr in grinding capacity at the Nagpur facility in Maharashtra and a combined 0.8Mt/yr at the Panipat and Jhajjar units in Haryana. With these upgrades, the company’s total domestic grey cement capacity has risen to 184.8Mt/yr, while its global capacity now stands at 190.2Mt/yr.