Cement Blending On Demand: Coperion’s Pull-Based Production in Action
This video presents a smarter way to produce blended cement without storing tons of product no one has ordered yet.
Coperion’s solution is built around the Manufacturing Pull Principle, which flips the traditional approach to cement production. Instead of producing in advance and hoping demand will follow, the system blends exactly what’s needed, when it’s needed. That means less inventory, more flexibility, and fresher product.
The Problem with Traditional Cement Blending
Most cement producers still rely on a push system: they blend large batches of cement in advance, based on forecasted demand. These batches are then stored in silos, taking up valuable space and tying up capital. If the forecast is off, which it often is producers, are left with excess inventory or outdated product.
On top of that, the system isn’t flexible. If a customer changes a spec, or a new recipe is needed, the plant has to wait for the right material to be blended and available which slows everything down.
Coperion’s Alternative: Blend Only What’s Needed
The Coperion blending system is designed to work differently. It supports what’s called a pull-based approach producing only what’s been ordered, just in time. No waiting for inventory. No storing blended material “just in case.”
The core of this system is a unique setup that combines weighing and blending in one step. Instead of running material through a traditional mixer, Coperion uses:
- A rotating measuring wheel that meters material flow
- A Coriolis flowmeter that measures mass flow in real time
- A control system that adjusts blending ratios continuously
The result: precise, consistent cement blends made directly into the packaging or transport line — without any intermediate storage.
Benefits at a Glance
- No separate mixer needed
- No pre-blended inventory taking up silo space
- No production until there’s an actual order
- Fast recipe changeovers
- Less product waste and fresher deliveries
This setup is ideal for producers who handle many product variations, smaller batch sizes, or rapidly changing orders.
How It Works in Practice
In the video, you’ll see how the system blends main materials and additives in real time. As the components flow through the system, their mass is precisely measured, and the ratios are continuously adjusted. The system maintains recipe accuracy without interrupting the flow of material.
There’s no stop-start batching, no need to store mixed product, and no delay between order and production. Cement is blended fresh and delivered immediately to the next stage whether that’s a truck, silo, or bagging line.
A Better Fit for Modern Cement Plants
Coperion’s pull-based blending setup is especially useful in operations where:
- Storage space is limited
- Multiple product types are handled daily
- Clean and efficient changeovers are needed
- Production must respond directly to sales orders
- Cost and resource efficiency are priorities
It’s also a great solution for retrofit projects, where installing a traditional blending system with large silos isn’t practical.
About Coperion
Coperion is known for its expertise in bulk material handling and process systems. They design and deliver complete solutions from feeding and conveying to blending and packaging across industries like cement, plastics, food, and chemicals.
With decades of experience and a global network, Coperion supports clients with engineering, installation, training, and service.
Watch the Video
This video brings the technology to life. You’ll see how Coperion’s cement blending system works in real time: simple, efficient, and tailored to demand. It’s a smart answer to one of the industry’s most persistent challenges: how to stay flexible, reduce waste, and only produce what you actually need.
If your plant is looking to modernize cement production and cut down on storage, this is a system worth watching.
