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The March 2007 issue surveys the oil-linked Gulf economies and rapid cement-plant development ahead of Cemtech Abu Dhabi. Plant and operational reports cover UAE construction projects, maintenance strategy, cooler optimisation and upgrades, a new Pakistan sack factory and the influence of packaging on cement shelf life.
In this issue
Explore the March 2007 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. Heidelbergcement raises its turnover in 2006 to €9234m Vulcan Materials acquires Florida Rock. Cimpor raises Misr Qena bid. Holcim looks to buy remaining St Lawrence shares.
A richer life in diversity
As Cemtech Abu Dhabi approaches, ICR takes an in-depth look at the Gulf cement region with an assessment of the oil-linked economies and plant developments as new construction projects reach their zenith.
Construction kings
Plant modifications in the UAE are a major part of business for Petron Emirates which has worked with many European equipment suppliers on recent installations. This report focuses on some of the companies recent achievements.
Maintenance in reality
The Cemnet on-line cement factory maintenance course prompts Dr Clark to explore current maintenance procedures and to discuss what kind of strategy cement plant’s should have in place.
Optimising performance
Based on practical experiences, Cementos Argos investigates various ways to improve the performance of some of the older cooler technologies still being employed, such as, grate and air beam coolers.
St Marys’ cooler project
Kenaidan Contracting was responsible the foundations for a new cooler, baghouse, stack, fan and heat exchanger as well as erecting footings for the new kiln piers and shelter at St Marys Cement’s Ontario plant.
Colacem cooler upgrades
P Arnold, Meerstetter AG The Ghigiano cement plant of Colacem underwent a recent cooler upgrade with a new clinker distribution system, smart blade technology and slit plates.
Holcim’s golden girls
Holcim’s 2006 Global Award for Sustainable Construction has been won by three architects from Venezuela. Their project required the design of steep new passageways through the crowded barrios settlements of Caracas.
Shuaiba’s Pakistan plant
Shuaiba Paper Products Co of Kuwait has expanded its facilities by establishing a US$16m multiwall paper sack factory in Pakistan and forming a new company with DG Khan Cement Co called Nishat Shuaiba Paper Co Ltd.
Improving cement shelf-life
Mondi Packaging has carried out a study on the influence of bag design and storage conditions on the shelf-life of cement.