Using alternative raw materials Premium
The changes made to the production process of a cement plant by utilising different alternative raw materials can not only alter the dynamics of how a plant operates but can als...
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From flue gas to green growth Premium
While cement producers such as Lafarge have made the commitment to significantly reduce their CO2 emissions, if higher reductions are to be obtained, the industry must find new,...
Big coolers, big challenges Premium
With an annual cement consumption of about 1.85bnt, China is by far the world´s largest cement market. This has created a demand for high-capacity clinker lines similar to those...
Resisting refractory wear Premium
As a leading supplier of global refractories, Refratechnik Cement is always aware of new trends that may impact on refractory lifetime. It is constantly developing its products ...
Filters for NESHAP compliance
The implications of the National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) in the USA are far reaching in their targeting to reduce emissions from cement plants ...
Flame shape and quality Premium
Arthur Harrisson investigates how burning and temperature in various types of kilns has an effect on the clinker produced and discusses different aspects of the burning process ...
Optimising quality in the kiln Premium
Arthur Harrisson takes an inquisitive look at the aspects that may make-up a supposedly ‘good quality cement’. Whether this should relate to cement strength, the fineness of the...
Flexible packaging at Titan
Beumer Corporation, based in Branchburg, NJ, USA, installed a complete packaging line for various types of cement for Titan America in 2008. When Beumer received the contract fo...
Handling and storage solutions Premium
The scope and supply of the Aumund Group to the cement industry has covered various material handling equipment options from elevators and weighfeeders to chain conveyors, surfa...
Mills: hi-tech power houses Premium
Over the past few years, the importance of Vertical Roller Mills (VRM) has grown substantially. Loesche has established a sound reputation for its proven and powerful technology...