Southeast Cement Promotion Association

The Southeast Cement Promotion Association (SCPA) is a nonprofit trade association that promotes and advocates for the use of cement-based products across several states in the United States. The organization supports manufacturers and distributors of Portland cement primarily in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Maryland/DC, Virginia, and West Virginia[1][3].

Mission and Activities

The SCPA's mission is to grow the market share for cement-based products by providing effective promotion and advocacy efforts. They collaborate with other organizations such as the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) and the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association to enhance the technical support and resources for these products[1][3].

Products and Technologies

SCPA promotes various cement-based technologies, including:

• Full-Depth Reclamation Using Cement (FDR): A method that utilizes existing asphalt and base materials to create new roads without the need for hauling in additional aggregate or disposing of old material[5].
• Roller-Compacted Concrete Pavements (RCC): A durable and cost-effective material for heavy-duty construction projects such as dams and road pavements[5].
• Soil-Cement: Used as a low-cost pavement base for various applications including roads and airports[5].
• Cement-Treated Base (CTB): Provides a durable paving material by mixing aggregate materials with Portland cement[5].
• Pervious Concrete Pavements: Designed to allow rainwater to drain through the concrete, reducing runoff[5].

Affiliations and Partnerships

SCPA is affiliated with the Portland Cement Association (PCA) and works closely with local and regional associations to enhance market presence and technical support for cement-based products[1][3].

Purpose and Impact

By promoting cement-based products, SCPA aims to increase market share and advocate for the benefits of these materials in construction and infrastructure projects. The organization contributes to sustainable and durable construction practices, highlighting the durability and environmental advantages of cement-based products[3].