NEWCEM

Slag Cement

Lafarge NewCem® is a supplementary cementitious material (SCM), offering a tested solution to enhance the specific qualities of concrete when used in controlled proportions.

What is Slag?

Slag, produced during the iron-manufacturing process, is born when raw materials undergo melting within the intense heat of a blast furnace, reaching a molten state.

Slag undergoes a structural transformation as it cools rapidly through granulation, gaining cementitious properties. Ground to a finer consistency than GU Portland cement, it becomes ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS), ready for shipment to our customers.

Unlocking NewCem® Slag Cement Advantage

For top-quality slag, consistent chemistry from a reliable source and rapid slag quenching equipment are essential.

Lafarge engineers and scientists have led North America in the research and development of specifications for slag. Today, Lafarge’s knowledge and technical experience are unequalled by any other producer of GGBFS. Lafarge’s technical staff is available to ready-mixed concrete producers, engineers and specifiers for questions about the proper use of NewCem® in any application.

Advantages

High Strength

Long-term Durability

Decreased Permeability

Lighter Colour

Increased Resistance to Alkali-Silica Reaction and Sulphate Attack

Embracing Sustainable Solutions

NewCem® provides a significant contribution to sustainable construction with its high replacement rates.

Its use in concrete production not only conserves energy but also enhances efficiency and building performance. By incorporating NewCem®, you can earn LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points, aligning your project with eco-friendly practices.

Product Availability

British Columbia
Alberta
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Ontario
Quebec
Nova Scotia