New Zealand’s first carbon-conscious concrete is finally here – made locally with Eco-cem.
Since production began in 2012, HR Cement has been focused on innovative products using world leading raw materials. Our latest release is Eco-cem, which takes advantage of the carbon reduction properties of blast furnace slag (BFS) to make the best cement substitute available. We are the first company to process BFS in New Zealand for a cleaner concrete choice.
Read more about our journey here.
How does it work?
Eco-cem®
Xtra-cem
EcoMax®
Locally owned and operated, sustainability has been one of our leading principles from the get-go. Eco-cem and EcoMax have been six years in the making, backed by significant research into the most efficient low carbon solution.
Backed by the low-carbon technology behind Eco-cem, we can say with certainty EcoMax is the most hardworking, Earth friendly concrete on the market.
What our clients say about us
We switched to HR Cement’s Xtra-Cem a few years ago and we’ve had absolutely no issues with it. Consistent Product, Industry-leading logistics and customer service from Adrian, Great sales back-up from Cam.
We know we’re not a large user of Xtra-Cem but we are treated as if we are.
- Rod Crawford / DGL Manufacturing
Mix Up Concrete Ltd have used HR Cements Xtra-Cem exclusively since 2017 with great results around setting times and strengths. A huge plus for our team, is the lack of cracking we have seen over this time.
In 2023 Mix Up has started using HR Cements Eco-cem to produce our Eco-Max earth friendly concrete. We are very excited with the carbon savings and durability benefits Eco-cem provides our plant and our customers.
It is also great to have HR Cement producing these high end products locally right here in Mount Maunganui.
- Mix Up Concrete Ltd / Tauranga/Rotorua
At WestBay Concrete, we are proud to have solely used HR cement since 2018 when we commenced trading. Dealing with the HR team on a daily basis, we find service is prompt and efficient with zero runouts to date. We look forward to including new cementitious alternatives from HR in the near future to help reduce our concrete’s carbon footprint.
- Jon Hambling, Owner/Director / WestBay Concrete Ltd
ECOMAX RMC is happy to recommend HR Cement for their commitment to innovation and sustainability, all whilst delivering the very best in customer service and support. HR Cement stands out for their dedication to our business with their ECOCEM giving us a concrete producing high-performance, low-carbon that not only meets but exceeds industry standards. HR Cements flagship product, Xtra-cem GP Cement, is a testament to their superior chemistry and innovation, designed specifically to deliver durable concrete while adhering to NZS3122.
ECOMAX RMC is proud partnering with HR Cement to bring the Waikato new opportunities in construction regarding ECO-Friendly Low carbon ready mixed concrete.
- EcoMax RMC / ECOMAX RMC
We were new to the concrete industry when we approached HR Cement for supply.
They were super supportive and a huge help to building the successful Concrete Manufacturer we are today. Not only do we get impeccable support and advice but we are also getting supplied a quality product that sets us apart from anyone else in our region.
It is also a pleasure to be on board with a company that is innovative and expanding its cement options to become more environmentally friendly and sustainable.
- Kezia Beard / Taranaki Mix
