Cemex UK R and D trials use of up to 100 per cent recycled aggregates

These trials are the latest example of building materials supplier Cemex’s creative and dynamic efforts to reach its 2050 goal of operating as a net zero company globally, in line with its Future in Action strategy. 
The trials, conducted in partnership with UK based Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and First Graphene at Cemex’s National Technical Centre in the West Midlands have utilised various unique production processes which optimise the incorporation of recycled materials. 
Following the success of initial testing, MTC and Cemex will now look to expand further into larger scale trials.
Cemex understands that contributing to a circular economy is vital if net zero is to be achieved, which is why it has made circularity one of the key pillars of its climate action strategy. 
Mike Higgins, National Technical Manager for UK Research & Development, commented: “Reusing recycled products in our materials where possible not only reduces waste, it helps to replenish our aggregates reserves and protects our business into the long-term. 
“At our UK R&D facility we are focused on pursuing innovation to increase the sustainability of our operations, and are always keen to work with partners such as MTC and First Graphene. We believe there is a significant opportunity to incorporate recycled materials into our products and provide our customers with a solution for reducing the carbon footprint of their projects.”

CEMEX R&D, Innovation and Business Development  projects are part of the global R&D collaboration network, headed by CEMEX Research Centers, based in Switzerland.

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Notes to Editors: 

Cemex announced its Climate Action strategy; ‘Future in Action – Committed to Net Zero CO2’ in February 2020, along with updated targets in November 2022 and as part of this, by 2030 it plans:
•    To be below 430kg of CO2 per ton of cementitious material, equivalent to a 47% reduction*.
•    To reduce the carbon content per cubic meter of concrete to 150kg, equivalent to a 41% reduction.
•    To reach 65% in clean electricity consumption by 2030.
•    To reduce Scope 3 transport emissions by 30% by 2030.
•    For Vertua lower-carbon to account for majority (50%+) of cement and concrete sales by 2025.
•    To manage up to 40M tons of waste per year by 2030.

* According to our 1990 baseline

About Cemex:
Cemex is a global construction materials company that is building a better future through sustainable products and solutions. Cemex is committed to achieving carbon neutrality through relentless innovation and industry-leading research and development. Cemex is at the forefront of the circular economy in the construction value chain and is pioneering ways to increase the use of waste and residues as alternative raw materials and fuels in its operations with the use of new technologies. 
Cemex offers cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and urbanisation solutions in growing markets around the world, powered by a multinational workforce focused on providing a superior customer experience, enabled by digital technologies.
For more information please visit: www.cemex.com  

About MTC:
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) was established in 2010 as an independent Research & Technology Organisation (RTO) with the objective of bridging the gap between academia and industry and is now formally recognised by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) as an Independent Research Organisation (IRO). The MTC develops innovative manufacturing processes and technologies in an agile, low risk environment, in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions.
For more information please visit: www.the-mtc.org 

About First Graphene
First Graphene Ltd. is the leading supplier of high-performing graphene products with a robust manufacturing platform and an established 100 tonne/year graphene production capacity. PureGRAPH® graphene is easy to use and is enhancing the properties of customers’ products and materials across industries and applications worldwide.