International Cement Review magazine archive
The April 2001 issue presents global cement-industry news and technical analysis. ICR reports on Taiwan’s cement industry which is is facing renewed production and pricing pressures and, not least, cheap imports. In this special Intercem Asia 2001 review, ICR learns that Asia and the Pacific Rim countries are taking more confident strides towards recovery. A round up of the latest developments in bagging and packaging technology.
In this issue
Explore the April 2001 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 business developments within the global cement industry.
Ho Ping for better times
ICR reports on Taiwan's cement industry which is is facing renewed production and pricing pressures and, not least, cheap imports.
On the rebound
In this special Intercem Asia 2001 review, ICR learns that Asia and the Pacific Rim countries are taking more confident strides towards recovery.
Bagging and packaging
A round up of the latest developments in bagging and packaging technology.
Thinking logistically
Blue Circle has improved its bulk product distribution.
Cementing the union
ICR visits the Cementos La Union grinding facility in Valencia, Spain.
Playing with balls
Toyo Grinding Balls and Christian Pfeiffer detail their grinding philosophies.
Carbon taxes? Sequestration?
Dr Clark explains new methods of reducing CO2 emissions.
Climate for change
ICR examines how the Climate Change Levy will impact upon UK cement industry.
Stable kiln operation
Analysing volatile cycles in cement kilns - a recent report from India.
Mortar markets
US masonry cement consumption is analysed by metropolitan areas.
Viking strongholds
ICR looks at evolving interests in the Scandinavian cement industry.
The Taiwan project
Adding to our comprehensive coverage of the Taiwan market is this special report on Taiwan Cement Corp's new Ho Ping facility.
New orders
A round-up of the latest orders and contracts from the global cement industry.
Product news
The latest advances in cement-industry equipment and technology.