Holcim US Paulding Plant (Including Systech Env Corp) - Paulding, Ohio Cement Plant

The Holcim US Paulding Plant, located at 11435 Co Rd 176 in Paulding, Ohio, is a cement manufacturing facility that also includes Systech Environmental Corporation. This operational plant produces cement and related products, serving the construction industry in the region. As a cement plant, it is classified under NAICS codes 212312 (crushed and broken limestone mining), 327310 (cement manufacturing), and 562211 (hazardous waste treatment and disposal). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multiple environmental statutes including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). As a cement plant, it is subject to emissions standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, and must manage hazardous wastes generated from production processes. The plant's scale is typical of a medium to large cement facility in the US, with integrated mining and cement production. The Paulding Plant plays a significant role in the local economy and infrastructure, providing cement for construction projects in Ohio and surrounding states. Its inclusion of Systech Environmental Corporation indicates involvement in waste-derived fuel or raw material substitution, which can reduce environmental impact. The facility's proximity to Paulding, a rural community, necessitates careful management of emissions and community relations.

Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant CO2 emissions from calcination and fuel combustion. The plant's location in rural Ohio may affect local air quality, with potential for particulate matter and nitrogen oxide emissions. Proximity to agricultural areas requires dust control measures. The facility's use of alternative fuels via Systech can reduce fossil fuel dependence but introduces waste management considerations.