Who took over Blue Circle cement?
Lafarge of France
Blue Circle Industries
| Industry | Building materials |
|---|---|
| Fate | Acquired |
| Successor | Lafarge of France |
| Headquarters | Thames and Medway estuaries, UK |
| Products | Cement |
Who makes Blue Circle?
Iconic contruction brands Tarmac and Blue Circle have been combined to create a UK leader in the building materials sector. Irish-based group CRH has completed its acquisition of the business formerly known as Lafarge Tarmac, of which the two brands were both part, from previous joint owners Lafarge and Anglo American.
Where is Blue Circle cement manufactured?
Our History
| 1963 | Blue Circle built a cement plant in Dunbar, the only site in Scotland with sufficient raw materials for cement-making. The company took on 550 people when the plant opened, 90 per cent of them from the local area. |
|---|---|
| 2001 | The site became part of Lafarge Cement UK. |
What is Blue Circle cement?
Overview. This cement bag from Blue Circle provides a multi-purpose cement suitable for a wide range of standard uses, including concrete, mortar, rendering and screeds. It is compatible with a wide range of admixtures such as air-entraining agents, workability aids and pigments. Multi-purpose cement.
Why is there a cement shortage UK?
Cement production dropped by 11.4% in 2021, BEIS says, and supplies of bagged cement have been strained since late last year. Supplies to the UK continue to be restricted due to a global shortage and cost of shipping containers.
How long does Blue Circle Cement take to dry?
Blue Circle Multi Purpose Concrete is a superior, ready to use concrete in a unique waste saving waterproof pack. The concrete simply mixes with clean water, and sets in 30 minutes.
Why do diabetics have blue circles?
“The colour blue reflects the sky that unites all nations and is the colour of the United Nations flag. The blue circle signifies the unity of the global diabetes community in response to the diabetes pandemic.”
How long does Blue Circle cement take to dry?
Do you add water to Blue Circle Cement?
Water: Only clean mains water should be used.
How long does Blue Circle Cement take to set?
Blue Circle Postcrete should be used as per the method on the bag. Fill the hole one third with clean water and add the Postcrete on top of the water. Allow 5-10 minutes for the initial set. You will be able to hang a fence panel in as little as 10 minutes!