International Cement Review magazine archive
The May 1991 issue examines renewed growth in Mexico's cement market and changing US cement-import volumes, alongside signs of a slowdown in France. Technical and management coverage looks at advanced process control, practical approaches to cement-plant modernisation and the requirements for operating successfully in a free-market economy.
In this issue
Explore the May 1991 issue of International Cement Review, the leading magazine for the global cement industry. Browse cement industry news, expert market analysis, regional reports, plant projects and technical articles covering cement production, equipment, processes and technology.
World News
ICR's monthly round-up of industry news, trading and technical ICR's developments from around the world.
Mexico: renewed growth
Cement demand is growing and production is up after a long lean period, despite restrictions on exports to the US ICR's international report suggests that the future is looking healthier for the Mexican cement industry.
Coming to America
Prepared imports indicates a sizeable fall-off in tonnages A temporary decline or indicative of a more longer term trend?
New concepts in plant control
The improvements in all stages of the production process as well as improving on operating costs and environmental controls — a recent report from FLS.
Facts from France
Market slow-down in France after six years of profitable growth? An analysis of the facts may indicate French producers are looking more into the European arena in order to sustain growth.
Cement plant modernisation
Techniques for cement plant modernisation — how to solve problems and improve internal efficiency — with some specific case studies.
A free market economy
In an informative address to delegates at the recent Cemtech conference, Philippe Ronsin, examines the essential requirements of operating a successful cement company in a free market economy.