Dangote Cement Plc has embarked on a sensitisation campaign on the proper utilisation of cement in the construction industry.This follows concerns from the public that buildings collapsing across Africa is being attributed to improper application of various cement brands.
Dangote Cement Group production and processing GM Sunday Adondua said the sensitisation campaign had been initiated to enlighten the public on the best application of the product.He said the company has noted with concern that some cement users lacked knowledge of the application of cement during construction.
“Within our group we want to enlighten the public on how best to use the cement products we produce, it sad that some buildings are collapsing and killing people due to lack of knowledge.We want to create awareness and protect both human life and structures,” he said.Andondua was speaking during a Media tour of Ibese Cement Plant based in Ogun State.
Mr Andondua said some consumers had been using cement meant for plastering (32.5R) to make blocks instead of the required 42.5R or 52.5N.He said the company is encouraging consumers to familiarise themselves with the information on the bags so that they get the most appropriate product.The company will collaborate with associations involved in building, engineering, construction and other relevant authorities on the introduction on the best standards in building.
Ibese Plant Director Armando Martinez Gallegos said the company has continued to record positive growth adding that in the next five years, Dangote Cement is aiming at increasing production from the current 44 metric tonnes to75 million tonnes per annum across Africa.He said in the next five years the firm expects to expand to 17 countries.
