Slag cement, a byproduct of the steel-making process, enhances the conventional advantages of concrete such as strength and durability, while simultaneously contributing to waste reduction, energy efficiency, and the mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions.

Utilized across a wide spectrum of construction projects, slag cement can be integrated into concrete in various ways: alongside traditional portland cement, as part of blended cement, or as a standalone component. Typically, it replaces a portion of the portland cement in concrete formulations.

As highlighted by the Slag Cement Association, an industry association, the inclusion of slag cement as a supplementary material in concrete results in heightened strength, decreased permeability, and enhanced resistance to chemical deterioration. Moreover, being a recycled material, its production entails significantly lower energy consumption and utilizes fewer natural resources compared to the conventional cement it partially substitutes.