Progressive Planet Solutions Inc. announced the results of 28-day compressive strength tests recently completed on PozPyro. In an exciting development for the building materials sector, Progressive Planet Solutions has announced remarkable results from recent compressive strength tests of PozPyro, a revolutionary new cement alternative. Designed in collaboration with Pyrogenesis Canada, PozPyro aims to provide a partial replacement alternative for Portland cement.

PozPyro, a supplementary cementing material (SCM), was developed to partially replace traditional Portland cement, using plasma technology to transform quartz silica, a widely available material, into a SCM, without offassing CO2 from the production process. This innovation comes at a critical time, as the cement industry seeks more sustainable practices without compromising quality or performance. Portland cement emits substantial amounts of CO2 during its production.

After rigorous testing, which involved preparing four separate batches of cement mortar cubes, the results are in: PozPyro's Strength Activity Index (SAI) averaged 110.38% at 28 days for the initial two tests (Series A) initiated in March 2024. The average particle size was modified for the Series B tests which resulted in higher strength. Progressive Planet will not disclose particle sizing for competitive reasons.

The early success of PozPyro signals a significant step forward in creating more greenhouse gas friendly building materials. As Canada moves towards shutting down coal-fired power plants by 2030, the need for alternatives to fly ash, a common SCM, becomes more pressing. PozPyro not only fills this gap but does so by tapping into one of the earth's most abundant materials, crystalline silica, offering a promising and sustainable solution for the future of construction.

According to the IMARC Group, the North American cement market size reached 194.2 million tons (US tons) in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 279.8 million tons by 2032, which shows a growth rate of 4% per annum between 2024 and 2032. With the ability to substitute 20% of Portland Cement with pzzolanic cements, the total addressable North American market is projected to reach over 55 million tons by 2032.

At a projected price of $200 per ton by 2032, the potential market is over $11 billion USD per annum by 2032. For many decades, fly ash has been the product used to partially replace Portland cement in cement blends specified by engineers to increase durability and chemical resistance. Furthermore, PozPyro demonstrated excellent workability, with water demand rates between 99% and 109%, ensuring it is easy to use in various concrete applications.