International Cement Review magazine archive
The April 2006 issue reviews US and Canadian cement prospects, import-terminal investment and new plant activity in Florida and across North America. It also reports on tyre-derived fuel, airflow improvements, grinding systems and renewed multinational investment in China.
In this issue
Explore the April 2006 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. Heidlebergcement enters a joint venture in India. Cemex ends its 1Q06 on a high. Dyckerhoff turns around its performance. Cemex spain plans for new `47m cement mill and Eurocement faces law suit from partners.
US and Canadian prospects
As the long-awaited IEEE conference comes to Phoenix cement markets. Can producers combat higher energy costs and match rising cement demand?
US import overview
The continuing tide of cement imports still encourages investors to expand and improve terminal facilities in various US states. This article highlights new terminal projects and provides a regional guide to developments.
New York’s tyre talk
Lafarge North America has requested permission for a tyre-burning facility at its Ravena plant in New York. While some residents support the environmental gains, others oppose the initiative.
Florida heats up
Florida is experiencing a frenzied period of activity as permit requests for new cement plants, tyre burning plans and expansion projects seem to land increasingly on the desk of Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection.
Lining up to increase airflow
Poor ductwork and undersized fans can lead to reduced airflow and a fall off in production. Essroc’s Nazareth Plant 1 in Pennsylvania had been suffering similar problems until AJ Weller stepped in to help.
Strike up the band
A long-term forecast for US and Canadian cement markets is provided with a major focus on developments in ‘The American West’ and the hot climate of consumption growth in the Canadian Prairie Provinces.
US project advances
ICR takes a swift tour of the four corners of America to see where the new orders and installations are taking place. Equipment sales are being pushed through as plants look to improve performance and reduce costs.
Grinding and milling systems
Cemnet Online Training will begin a new course in May featuring ‘Grinding and milling systems’. Dr Clark provides a welcome prelude to what the course will contain for this central and wide ranging cement manufacturing topic.
Rising investment in China
Heidlebergcement, Lafarge, Holcim and Cementir have all made strides in their pursuit of a foothold in China ICR establishes why the multinationals have only now to made their move into the World’s largest cement market.