Mill & Kiln Training

December 7-10, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Hotel Philips, Curio Collection by Hilton

Join ACA for the 2026 Mill & Kiln Training, a comprehensive, hands-on program designed for cement industry professionals seeking deeper technical insight into mill optimization, kiln systems, and operation fundamentals.

This four-day training offers the flexibility to attend either the full 4-day training program or one of the 2-day training courses.

Training Options and Registration Rates

Based on training needs, attendees may register for:

• Option 1: Full Training Program 
  Attend all four days (December 7-10) for a comprehensive training experience covering both mill and kiln operations.                      ACA Member Registration Rates: Early Bird Rate (through November 23): $1300; and $1450 thereafter.                                           Non-Member Registration Rates: Early Bird Rate (through November 23): $1625; and $1750 thereafter.
• Option 2: Grinding and Mill Audit Course
  Attend two days (December 7-8) for grinding theory and methods, mill performance, and process optimization focused training. 

  ACA Member Registration Rates: Early Bird Rate (through November 23): $650; and $725 thereafter.                                               Non-Member Registration Rates: Early Bird Rate (through November 23): $850; and $900 thereafter.

• Option 3: Kiln and Pyro-processing Course
  Attend two days (December 9-10) for kiln operation, combustion, heat consumption, and emissions focused training.

  ACA Member Registration Rates: Early Bird Rate (through November 23): $650; and $725 thereafter.                                              Non-Member Registration Rates: Early Bird Rate (through November 23): $850; and $900 thereafter.

Registration Deadline: Please register for the meeting by Friday, November 27, 2026

Meeting Cancellation Policy: Meeting cancellations must be sent in writing to ACA at events@cement.org. Written requests for meeting cancellation refunds received by November 23, 2026, (10 business days prior to the meeting) are entitled to a full refund, minus a processing fee of $150. No meeting cancellation refunds will be granted after November 23, 2026. Requests for registration substitutions must be made prior to November 23. 

Meeting Privacy Policy: By registering for this training, you consent to the sharing of your contact information with ACA.