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The November 2004 issue presents global cement-industry news and technical analysis. Cemex reports strong 3Q results with most markets seeing a rise in volumes. Lafarge registers 5.7 per cent turnover advance and inaugurates Beocin factory in Romania. Meanwhile HeidelbergCement announces job cuts in Benelux region.
In this issue
Explore the November 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
Cemex reports strong 3Q results with most markets seeing a rise in volumes. Lafarge registers 5.7 per cent turnover advance and inaugurates Beocin factory in Romania. Meanwhile Heidelbergcement announces job cuts in Benelux region.
Buyers dine at Turkish table
Turkish cement is enjoying an upswing as domestic demand fuels capacity rises and plant expansion projects There are even opportunities for more foreign investors to grab a share of the cement market.
Cemtech Istanbul 2004
A full review of the year's leading international cement conference and exhibition - Cemtech Istanbul - with a summary of the technical presentations and news of Cemtech/ICPA workshops and plant tours NOVEMBER 2004 ICR 3.
Tunstead's Royal approval
HRH Princess Royal opens the new FLSmidth 800,000tpa kiln line at Tarmac's Buxton cement plant. Tarmac has invested UK£110m in the plant that had to blend carefully into the scenic area of the Peak National Park.
Quality blended cements
This month's Technical Forum investigates the demand for better blended cements and discusses why more cement producers have not yet turned more of their production over to specialised cements.
New kiln inlet gas analysis
Kilnloqa new gas analysis probe - is designed to offer more informed data and increasing reliable service than existing models. Better kiln stability and quality monitoring of raw materials are further benefits.
A new horizon for Pakistan
The Pakistan cement industry has had some turbulent times since nationalisation, but the road to success is now clearly marked for the leading producers. Pioneer Cement is one such contender which is increasing its capacity.
Scrubbing and plumes
Abatement of S02 is a constant challenge for many cement producers. Envirocare provides an insight into recent work it has been involved in at reducing secondary plume formation.
Valve regulation assistance
Zhajian Cement, China, Lafarge North America and Holcim (Inc) USA install a new Valve Regulation Package to maximise spray nozzles and lances in gas conditioning systems.
Coming clean
Lafarge's Mannersdorf plant, Austria and the company's Malagoszcz cement plant, Poland receive environmental performance upgrades from Scheuch, improving dust filtration, heat exchange and cooler dedusting.