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The August 1998 issue presents global cement-industry news and technical analysis. Increased contracting activity. ICR’s six-monthly round-up of international contracts highlights growing new order activity in both Europe and the Americas, making up for losses in the troubled Asian markets. While China’s cement industry is still regarded as a leader in terms of production volumes, the recent economic slow-down, and an industry hampered by a high proportion of antiquated facilities, gives rise for debate.
In this issue
Explore the August 1998 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
The latest news and technical developments in the global cement industry.
Increased contracting activity
ICR's six-monthly round-up of international contracts highlights growing new order activity in both Europe and the Americas, making up for losses in the troubled Asian markets.
Still waters run deep
While China's cement industry is still regarded as a leader in terms of production volumes, the recent economic slow-down, and an industry hampered by a high proportion of antiquated facilities, gives rise for debate.
Quality — Polysius sets new standards
The introduction of the new POLAB® AMT laboratory automation system assurance for the cement industry.
Take the high ground
Privatisation of Nepal's Himal Cement will pose some challenges for prospective purchasers wishing to enter this rarefied Himalayan marketplace.
Build your own import terminal
Specialists from Fuller Bulk Handling in the US give some cogent insights into the economics of building an operating cement import terminal.
Optimising with confidence
Continuous video image of the burning zone of the kiln works, alongside a scanning pyrometer for measuring the temperature in up to six different zones produces a more powerful tool for the kiln operator.
Iberian cement taking the lead
Analysts at Merrill Lynch examine the underlying strengths of this thriving European market and takes a peek at what the future might hold.
Hard rock - heavy metal
ICR was recently invited to visit Volvo's testing ground in Sweden to try out some of the latest quarry trucks and then examined the competition.
Product news
The latest advances in cement-industry equipment and technology.