WHAT IS Eco₂cem (GGBS)

Eco₂cem (GGBS) is a high performance alternative to traditional cement that will increase the technical performance of your application, improve its appearance and minimize its environmental impact.

GGBS is an acronym for Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag, a by-product from the manufacture of Iron and brought on the market by Ecocem Benelux under the name: eco₂cem

Eco₂cem is used in combination with traditional cement to produce superior longer lasting concrete.

A replacement rate of up to 80% is permitted by NEN-EN 206 & NEN 8005.

Eco₂cem is an industrial by-product that is diverted from landfill and up-cycled into a commodity product. On exiting the iron processing system, molten blastfurnace slag is rapidly quenched with water to form Granulated Blastfurnace Slag (GBS). Eco₂cem is produced by drying and grinding the GBS at our milling plant in Moerdijk, Netherlands.

Eco₂cem will improve performance in any situation, from housing to civil engineering applications.

WHO CAN USE Eco₂cem GGBS ?

Eco₂cem is specified for its technical, environmental and aesthetic qualities by engineers, architects and stakeholders. Using eco₂cem in concrete can extend the lifespan, prevent cracking and lower the embodied energy of a project. Eco₂cem means a stronger and more durable finished concrete. This means it can be used in the most aggressive environments, such as exposure to chlorides and sulphites, without increasing the cement content, saving you money.

Ecocem (GGBS) is the Best Available Technology for reducing the environmental impact of your concrete. To find out more please contact our technical team.

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