International Cement Review magazine archive
The May 2002 issue presents global cement-industry news and technical analysis. Is the US economy on course for recovery? Rob Roy follows events post 9/11 and suggests that cement markets are looking for a sizeable rebound in 2002. The Canadian cement market has made some useful gains in recent times on the back of a sound economy - so what's the problem?
In this issue
Explore the May 2002 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 in the global cement industry.
Overcoming tragedy
Is the US economy on course for recovery? Rob Roy follows events post 9/11 and suggests that cement markets are looking for a sizeable rebound in 2002.
Looney tunes
The Canadian cement market has made some useful gains in recent times on the back of a sound economy - so what's the problem?
American projects
A comprehensive overview of recent industry developments, new orders, expansion projects and related data from ICR Research.
Raw material management
The economic benefits of real-time analysis of quarried raw materials are discussed.
Intercem Americas
The recent Florida meeting highlighted many of the issues facing this major market.
Online optimising
Tata Consulting Services and Lafarge India outline the new Cempac Mill optimiser.
Cement shipping
A recent workshop in Amsterdam focussed on shipping and handling.
Modern grate coolers
Alan Lorimer discusses major advances and problems in modern cooler technology.
Setting new standards
FLSmidth builds a new 3800tph line for the Quinn Cement Group in Eire.
Roundtable reunion
Loesche's fifth Roundtable Seminar in Baltimore looks at VRM technology in detail.
Advice on the Web
Dr Michael Clark identifies the requirements of a valuable troubleshooting service.
Fly ash drying
Steag Entsorgungs-GmbH invests in a new fly ash drying and storage plant.
Stored decisions
Wuerth Consulting Engineers discuss the merits of different storage systems.
Uzbekistan update
ICR looks at the privatisation progress in Uzbekistan's cement industry.
Product news
The latest advances in cement-industry equipment and technology.