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The November 2005 issue presents global cement-industry news and technical analysis. Cemex' turnover rises in the first nine months of 2005. Lafarge now finds the going tough in North Ameria. Anhui Conch sees net profits fall, while Orascom moves into Spain and output to improve in Pakistan.
In this issue
Explore the November 2005 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
All the essential news from the global cement Industry Cemex1 turnover rises in the first nine months of 2005 Lafarge now finds the going tough in North Ameria Anhui Conch sees net profits fall, while Orascom moves into Spain and output to improve in Pakistan.
Timing and pricing strategies
ICR investigates the current trends in cement pricing in North America and Europe and looks at some of the factors influencing price fluctuations for cement producers.
Leading the way to San Jose
ICR reports on the XXII APCAC technical conference from San Jose, Costa Rica. Delegates listened to a full programme of presentations and visited Holcim's Cartago plant which has recently been upgraded NOVEMBER 2005 ICR 3.
Action plan for pipe dreams
Completing the ICR tour around Peru, Tom Armstrong visits Cementos Lima. Fuel options are currently dominating discussions at the plant, but work now proceeding on major new conveyor system.
On top of the world
Welcome to Cemento Andino's Condorcocha plant which is reported as the highest cement plant in the world, situated some 3950m above sea level up the in the Andes. Here, modernisation has brought its rewards.
Indian excellence
The National Council for Cement and Building Materials recently launched a National Quality Award Scheme to encourage excellence in the Indian cement industry. ICR reports on the results of the first awards.
Improving performance
Manikgarh Cement, India has undergone a total change in its day-to-day running. A change in management focus have helped the company to make the most of its increased capacity and to also gain a prestigious award.
Adding Indian capacity
KHD Humboldt Wedag and its subsidiary Humboldt Wedag India have been winning orders in India for several plant upgrades. These projects include a new 10,000tpd clinker line and a 0.5Mta grinding plant.
Five years of success
Kel-Berg and Baryval Serviplem have developed a successful working partnership as distributer and manufacturer of mixer trucks. The UK market is now well established for the duo, and further growth is targeted.
One size fits all!
Polysius has introduced a new generation of Polab sample preparation units for the cement industry with four new units making up the range. The benefits of Polab include optimum process control and reduced costs.