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The July 2004 issue presents global cement-industry news and technical analysis. Including cement investment plans for Thailand's biggest conglomerate, details of Taiheiyo's year-end performance and reports of more Indian consolidation on the cards as Cimpor eyes new opportunities. Patience remains a virtue by ICR Research. The German cement industry is preparing for better times as hopes for higher domestic cement prices begin to raise optimism for a more prosperous future.
In this issue
Explore the July 2004 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 essential news from the global cement Industry Including cement investment plans for Thailand's biggest conglomerate, details of Taiheiyo's year-end performance Cimpor eyes new opportunities.
Patience remains a virtue
ICR Research The German cement industry is preparing for better times as hopes for higher domestic cement prices begin to raise optimism for a more prosperous future.
Master machinery makers
A showcase of technical equipment reviews from a host of leading German suppliers. Products range from mills systems JULY 2004 ICR 3.
Kiln geometry servicing
The Polycon® kiln measuring system from Polysius has now been fitted in more than 800 cement plants. It enables accurate measurement of rotary kiln geometry.
Plant project perspectives
Fresh ideas in project management and strategy can be initiated and recognised by producers, consultants and engineers. There is a real need for this kind of pioneering enthusiasm in the cement industry.
Bridging the gap
Fiolcim's Ras El Ma grinding and packaging plant in Morocco receives a complete electrical and automation system from ABB. The equipment will run a second mill.
A balance for the future
Dr Clark assesses the problems that await over the planning of new cement plants and their CO2 emissions quota in the EU. Can a balance be found between maximising production and protecting the environment?
Tetouan's celebrations
ICR recently visted the opening of Lafarge Morocco's greenfield plant at Tetouan. All the news of the special event and the inaugural plant tour are provided in this exclusive article.
First class upgrades
A complete update on the latest orders for plant conversions and upgrades from all five continents. ICR looks at several recently completed cement plant projects.
Caught on camera
A new kiln shell monitoring system from Land Instruments offers effective thermal image processing and it can be supported by the company's online and transportable FTI6 temperature measurement system.