Alternative fuels and blended cements are key strategies for significantly reducing carbon emissions in cement production. For nearly two decades, Dynamis’ advancements in calcined clay technology have addressed critical technical challenges and enabled much of the progress achieved to date. Join us at Cementitious Materials Congress Americas 2026 – William Ciro, US representative of Dynamis (Loesche family) will be presenting the ABCs of Carbon Reduction Roadmap.
Today, Dynamis continues to lead in sustainable cement production with innovations such as:
DGasifier: Originally developed for petcoke, now capable of enabling up to 90% alternative fuel substitution in calcined clay lines—delivering immediate cost and carbon reductions.
Color Control Technology: A breakthrough solution that allows the use of ironcontaminated clays without affecting cement color, opening access to a broader range of raw materials.
Advanced Grate Cooler Upgrades: Enhancements that significantly increase thermal efficiency, improving overall system performance and reducing emissions.
Nextgeneration Gas Cleaning Systems: Engineered to address the economic and environmental challenges associated with calcined clay production and kiln retrofits.
Dynamis is helping shape the future of lowcarbon cement manufacturing.
About the speaker
William Ciro, Ph. D. is a seasoned technical consultant with extensive experience in process engineering, combustion and CFD modeling. With a strong track record across the cement and lime, industries, he is recognized for delivering innovative technical solutions that reduce emissions, optimize operations, and generate millions in cost savings.
William holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah and a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Antioquia.
About Dynamis
Dynamis is an engineering and project firm with a proven record of delivering advanced equipment and solutions for the cement and mining industries. Their team specializes in applying thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to design and optimize equipment tailored to each client’s operational needs.
Their portfolio includes:
DFlame: Reliable, multifuel burner with low NOx emissions
DIgniter & DBMS / Safety PLC: Highreliability systems supporting multifuel operation
DRack: Fuel handling system for gas and liquid fuels
DGasifier: Multifuel gasifier achieving over 90% alternative fuel substitution
DHot Gas: Multifuel hot gas generator
C/Clay Systems: Solutions for calcined clay production, including kilns and flash calciners
Color Control Technology: Enables the use of ironcontaminated clays
Advanced Grate Cooler Upgrades: Improves thermal efficiency
NextGeneration Gas Cleaning Systems: Designed to meet the economic and environmental demands of calcined clay production and kiln retrofits.
Other speakers include:
3 Days. 2 Landmark Events. 1 Future for the Cement Industry
This March, the eyes of the global cementitious sector will be on Dallas. We are hosting a back-to-back series of congresses designed to solve the industry’s two greatest challenges: Sustainable Technology and Leadership Evolution.
Why choose one when you can lead in both?
Part 1: Cementitious Materials TechTrade Congress Americas (March 11–12)
Focus: Navigating the Net-Zero transition and supply chain dynamics. Hear from: C-Suite leaders and scientists from CRH, Heidelberg Materials, CEMEX, and UT Austin: The “What” and “How” of future materials.
Part 2: Women in Cement & Construction Congress Americas (March 12–13)
Focus: Driving profitability through inclusive leadership and innovation. Hear from: Top female executives from CRH, CIMPOR, EllisDon, and the Concrete Advancement Foundation: The “Who” and “Where” of future leadership
Get the full program event brochure at contact@industrylink.eu. If you want to join our 2026 events as speakers or exhibitors please reach out to Mariana Gheorghe, Program and Marketing Manager at mariana.gheorghe@industrylink.eu. Follow us on our social media channels!
More details about our two events and onine tickets here: https://industrylink.eu/event/women-in-cemco-international-congress-americas-2026/ and https://industrylink.eu/event/cementitious-materials-international-congress-americas-2026/
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Other events in 2026:
ESG and Sustainability International Summit and Industry 5.0 Conference and Exhibition – June 10-11, 2026; Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
A premier regional platform for industry leaders to discuss sustainability, ESG strategies, and regulatory advancements in cement and construction. This event brings together thought leaders and corporate professionals from around the world to explore the latest trends in sustainable finance, legal frameworks, and industry innovations.
We are also including panel discussions on Industry 5.0 to discuss how AI and Automation and other smart solutions are contributing to the decarbonization of the cement & construction industry.
The event is designed to inspire, educate, and empower corporate attendees to drive sustainable progress and create a positive impact on our planet and society, previous editions were held in Madeira, Portugal and Cairo, Egypt in 2024 and 2025 respectively.
Cementitious Materials International technical and Trade Congress EMEA, 28 – 29 October, Brussels, Belgium
The EMEA edition of the Cementitious Materials International technical and Trade Congress is poised to build om success stories of past events – the first edition was held in Casablanca, Morocco in April 2024 and the second edition was also held in Cairo earlier this year.
This is once again an opportunity to network with your peers and leaders in the industry, gain first-hand insights on regional trends, learn from industry experts about the latest market dynamics, regulatory changes and future outlook of cementitious materials in the region.
See link for the summary of the last edition – Cementitious Materials International TechTrade Congress – EMEA | Cairo, Egypt | June 3-4, 2025 (Overview here)
CarbonZero Alternative Fuels & Raw Materials Global Conference & Exhibition 2026 to include Cementitious Europe – Congress, 28 – 29 October, Brussels, Belgium
This premier global platform, CarbonZero brings together senior decision-makers to accelerate the transition to Net Zero in cement and construction. The conference will explore green alternatives—ranging from alternative fuels and raw materials to clinker substitutes-alongside emerging technologies, carbon capture, financing and investment strategies, policy developments, and industry standards. This C-level gathering convenes leaders from cement manufacturing, construction, technology, research, academia, and regulatory institutions—united in shaping actionable and sustainable solutions.
