Welcome to ECRA!

The European Cement Research Academy (ECRA) conducts and supports research activities on the production of cement and its application in concrete and provides a comprehensive range of seminars and workshops covering the issues of major importance to the cement industry today.

With a membership of over 40 leading cement producers worldwide, ECRA’s mission is to advance innovation within the context of sustainable development and communicate the latest knowledge and research findings in cement and concrete technology.

About ECRA

Research

ECRA is a respected research body in the field of sustainable cement and concrete technology, acting proactively for its members.

Overview

Research

ECRA is a respected research body in the field of sustainable cement and concrete technology, acting proactively for its members.

Overview

Seminars & Workshops

ECRA's seminar programme provides a range of pan-European seminars and workshops covering the issues of major importance to the cement industry.

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Seminars & Workshops

ECRA's seminar programme provides a range of pan-European seminars and workshops covering the issues of major importance to the cement industry.

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18.11.26 | 545 EUR | | online | OS26-03

Online Seminar "BREF Process Kick-Off: Spotlight on Flue Gas Cleaning Technology"

Flue gas cleaning technology in the cement industry is based on, and has been further developed in accordance with, the extensive Best Available Techniques Reference Document (BREF). The next revision cycle of the BREF document is due to start in 2027. The current state of knowledge and emissions data from plants across Europe, as well as ecological and economic factors, are highly relevant and influence discussions between industry, authorities, and decision-makers. This online seminar will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the importance of the BREF process. You will learn about the current BAT for emission abatement, its limitations and potential and cost implications. The seminar will conclude with an outlook on 'new' emission parameters to be discussed in the future, such as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).

03.12.26 | 545 EUR | | online | OS26-04

Online Seminar "Activated Clays: Production, Analysis and Performance"

With the decreasing availability of fly ash and blast furnace slag, activated clays are becoming a key solution to reduce the clinker factor and thus the carbon footprint of cements and concretes. The use of low-grade clays as SCM is increasing, raising entirely new questions regarding production, analysis and application. In this online seminar, you will receive a comprehensive overview of experiences with various thermal activation methods for clays. You will explore analytical challenges related to quality control of both raw and calcined clays and presents extensive evaluations of their performance in cements (CEM II/C, CEM VI, LC3 etc.). We will also discuss the effects on concrete performance in detail, covering fresh and hardened concrete properties as well as durability. First experiences with the mechanochemical activation of clays will be presented. The online seminar combines overview lectures with case studies and the latest research findings, while offering ample opportunity for discussion and exchange.