International Cement Review - December 2000

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December 2000 contents

Explore the December 2000 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.

1. 6

   World News

   The latest news and business developments in the global cement industry.

2. 12

   How green was my valley

   ICR specialists review recent developments in Afghanistan's cement industry.

3. 22

   Mills to Madras

   Mr V Jaganathan details technical developments achieved by Madras Cement Ltd.

4. 29

   Brown clinker

   An investigation into the probable causes behind brown clinker.

5. 31

   Petcoke evolution

   Renato Fernandes discusses how good petcoke can benefit the burning process.

6. 35

   Strong and white

   Qimsa's white cement production plus an overview of the white cement market.

7. 39

   Correcting corrosion

   Kilb examines the causes and combating of corrosion in refractory linings.

8. 43

   Refractory performance

   A report on how accurate assessment is vital for measuring refractory performance.

9. 45

   Kiln brick evolution

   Magnesita's new range of chrome-free bricks - well suited for lining rotary kilns.

10. 47

    Refractory survey

    Various case studies highlighting recent events in the refractory sector.n.

11. 52

    Colours of the market

    India's cement markets return to the news as ICR reviews the latest industry developments.

12. 60

    Heavy-duty bagging

    Herwig Worff invites ICR to take a look at Starlinger's latest packaging concept.

13. 63

    Industrial packaging

    Paper or plastic? Thomas Schabinger deliberates.

14. 66

    Inhibiting alkalis

    Dr Clark examines how cement manufacturers can limit alkali effects 67 The next steps A review of the Whitehopleman/ICR Benchmarking service and its future plans.

15. 71

    Crushing concepts

    A report on the new 1600tph crusher at Heidelberger's Burglengenfeld plant.