The Cement Conference attracts a diverse, global audience from across the cement industry, including:

• Cement producers and plant leadership
• Engineers, operators, and technical specialists
• Researchers and academics
• Equipment manufacturers, technology providers, and service companies
• Industry partners, consultants, and students

Attendees range from early-career professionals to senior executives, creating a unique environment for learning, discussion, and collaboration across roles and experience levels.
 

No. Attendance at the IEEE-IAS/ACA Cement Conference is open to both members and nonmembers. Members of either organization are eligible for discounted attendee registration rates.

In addition, ACA members may attend ACA committee meetings held in conjunction with the conference. These committee meetings are closed to non-ACA members.
 

Yes. Students are welcome and encouraged to attend the Cement Conference. Student registration options are available, and students may participate in technical sessions, poster presentations, and networking opportunities.

Yes. The Cement Conference attracts attendees from the United States and around the world, offering a global perspective on cement manufacturing challenges, technologies, and solutions.  Typically, about 20% of those who attend are from outside the US and include both cement companies and suppliers.

The conference features a mix of peer-reviewed technical papers, expert speakers, panel discussions, interactive sessions, training, and networking opportunities. In addition to technical content, the program includes broader industry conversations led by industry leaders and subject-matter experts.

Yes. The 2026 program includes a cement plant tour of Cemex’s Miami plant and quarry. There will be two tours at staggered times.  Participation requires advance registration and space is limited.

Cement Mixers are interactive, discussion-based sessions designed to encourage conversation and idea-sharing across disciplines. Formerly known as the Roundtables held early in the morning, Cement Mixers are now held in the afternoon to maximize engagement and participation.

The Poster Pavillion (in the Exhibit Hall) provides a forum for researchers, practitioners, and emerging professionals to share innovative ideas, research, and case studies that may not fit a traditional technical paper format. Poster authors will be available during designated times to discuss their work and answer questions.

Most conference content is included with standard registration. Process training modules, Cement Mixers, and the cement plant tour require an additional fee. Details are provided during registration.

Exhibitors include companies that support cement manufacturing operations, such as:

• Equipment and machinery manufacturers
• Technology and automation providers
• Engineering, environmental, and consulting firms
• Materials, services, and solution providers
   

For 2026, exhibit hall hours have been expanded. The exhibit hall will be open throughout Monday morning and into the early afternoon, in addition to scheduled exhibit times later in the week.  Check the schedule for details.

• Full-day exhibit hall access (7:00 AM–9:00 PM) is exclusive to Exhibitor Badges.
• Attendee Badges may access the exhibit hall during the Monday morning opening, lunches (typically 12:00–2:00 PM) and during scheduled receptions.
• Spouse/Partner Badges may access the exhibit hall during receptions only (Sunday–Tuesday)

For privacy reasons, we do not share registrant email addresses. A list of registered attendees will be shared with attendees approximately six weeks prior to the conference via email and will also be available in the conference mobile app once it is live.

Business casual attire is appropriate for most conference sessions. Additional guidance will be provided for the cement plant tour and other specific activities.

The conference is shaped by industry volunteers through the Cement Industry Committee (CIC) and its subcommittees, in partnership with the American Cement Association and the IEEE Industry Applications Society. Opportunities to contribute vary each year. Those interested in getting involved are encouraged to email conference@cement.org for more information.