From November 29 to 30, 2024, the fourth session of the third council meeting of the Cement Admixture Branch of the China Cement Association and the Technical Seminar on the Development of the Cement Admixture Industry were successfully held in Xiamen, hosted by KZJ Group. The event provided an in-depth discussion on the technological development of the cement admixture industry.
Notable attendees included Mr. Kong Xiangzhong, Executive Vice President of the China Cement Association; Mr. Li Jiang, Executive Vice President and Secretary-General of the Cement Admixture Branch; Ms. Ma Xiuxing, General Manager of KZJ Group; Mr. Pan Zhifeng, General Manager of KZJ Group South China; Mr. Johann Plank, inventor of aliphatic high-performance water-reducing agents; Professor Wang Zhi from Chongqing University; Mr. Fang Yunhui, Director of the Admixture Research Institute of KZJ New Materials Group Co., Ltd.; and Mr. Liu Yuqiang, Vice President of the Cement Admixture Branch.
The seminar featured five renowned scholars from both domestic and international spheres, who focused on the future and development of the cement industry, providing clarity on its direction.
Mr. Li Jiang presented the “Cement Admixture Industry Development Report,” which detailed the current status and future trends of the cement admixture sector.
Professor Johann Plank's presentation, titled “Global Trends in Low-Carbon Cementitious Materials,” analyzed cement development trends by country and emphasized the significance of cost in cement production, highlighting the future focus on more economical green cement.
Professor Wang Zhi from Chongqing University delivered a report on “The Definition and Properties of Fly Ash and Its Impact on Concrete Applications,” showcasing the importance of fly ash and offering unique insights.
Dr. Fang Yunhui, Director of the Xiamen Engineering Additives Key Laboratory, presented on “Research and Application of Cement Grinding Aids," discussing the differences in adsorption sites between polycarboxylic acids and alkanol amines, proposing research directions for grinding aids for low-carbon cementitious materials.
Dr. Liu Yuqiang from Wuhan University of Technology presented his research on "Chromium Element Reaction Characteristics and Reduction Mechanisms in the Cement Production Process," exploring detailed insights into the reactions involving chromium during cement production at the microscopic level.
The seminar not only highlighted the remaining potential and development direction of the cement industry but also fostered discussions on how to drive future growth through green and economic practices. The successful conclusion of the cement admixture seminar enhanced technical exchanges within the international construction industry. Looking ahead, we will continue to collaborate with industry peers, maintaining a rigorous and pragmatic approach to deepen domestic and international academic exchanges and cooperation. We are committed to exploring more sustainable paths for green, low-carbon, and efficient development, contributing wisdom and strength to the green transformation of the cement and chemical admixture industry while promoting ongoing progress and development in global green building materials technology.