International Cement Review magazine archive
The January 2006 issue examines investment and pricing in China, including Anhui Conch's ambition to reach 100Mt of capacity and Chia Hsin's export strategy. Technical coverage considers oilwell cement, fan reliability, condition monitoring and the reconstruction of Ladce Cement's ball mill.
In this issue
Explore the January 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. Lafarge announces worldwide capacity increases. Cemex expects 2005 turnover to exceed US$15,200m. Buzzi Unicem invests in its Selma plant. Indonesia will see cement demand rise in 2006.
China: profit warning!
The second part of ICR’s exclusive report on China looks at the economic powerhouse region of Shanghai. Foreign investment here is playing a siginificant role in China’s development. But are cement prices in decline?
Unleash the Dragon
ICR visits Anhui Conch which is aiming to increase its cement production capacity to a staggering 100Mt over the next five years. Can the company really expect to achieve this amazing goal?
Striking the right balance
Taiwanese Chia Hsin is firmly established as a major cement producer in mainland China. However, the slowdown in domestic cement consumption is forcing it to consider more opportunities in export markets.
Energy intensity
Cemnet Technical Forum has had a busy year with on-line cement courses and workshops. Dr Clark reviews Forum’s year and looks at trends for the cement industry going into 2006.
Cemex: ‘best of the bunch’
An overview of JPMorgan’s report on which leading multinational cement producer is likely to be the preferred stock over the long-term. The report analyses historical performance, plus organic and structural growth.
Performance under pressure
Oilwell cement is a specialist market that is attracting much attention from a growing number of cement producers. Phil Kerton looks at product requirements and the current distribution of oilwell cement producers.
Fan repairs mean big savings
The cost of a replacement fan need not be high when repairing is considered. This is an option that is not always fully appreciated. Robinson Industries review the benefits of restoring old fans instead of buying new.
Shortened downtime
Fan imbalance is a typical problem in today’s plants Resulting vibrations can seriously effect plant performance and lead to failure. SKF’s Machine Condition Transmitter helps foresee such problems before they occur.
Mill reconstruction
Ladce Cement of Slovakia was equipped with a new Engineering report on the mill design, its first few weeks of operation and the separator performance.
Lafarge‘s powerful savings
Yibitas Lafarge cement plant, Turkey has had its preheater modified by A TEC GmbH to reduce velocity and avoid alterations to the existing concrete structure.
SUP: optimising the future
Independent consultant, Bras Ferreira, explains why preparations for plant start-up are so important. Having worked on many such projects, Mr Ferreira has expert knowledge of the pitfalls to overcome.
US outlook 2006
PCA chief economist, Ed Sullivan’s US post-hurricane recovery forecast in terms of construction growth is assessed and ICR looks at the pace of rebuilding the devestated area of New Orleans.
Product News
The latest advances in cement-industry equipment and technology.
New Orders
A round-up of the latest orders and contracts from the global cement industry.