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The September 2008 issue of International Cement Review covers Setting higher standards, Anxious wait for Emerald Isle and Lukavac modernisation. Further cement industry reports examine Hornblower’s first command, Alarm management strategy and Maximising potential.
In this issue
Explore the September 2008 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. Emerging markets lift Lafarge 1H08 results, HeidelbergCement affected by US and British housing, Venezuela nationalises cement companies and PCA downgrades 2008 consumption forecasts.
Setting higher standards
Britain’s cement industry comes under the spotlight as ICR prepares for Cemtech Europe. While optimism for the construction and cement sector have slowed in recent months, behind the scenes there is much activity afoot.
Anxious wait for Emerald Isle
Ireland’s cement producers are looking to increase cement capacity while keeping below permissible CO2 limits which is forcing a change in marketing towards the use of more cementitious cements.
Lukavac modernisation
Phase 2 of Lukavac Cement plant’s modernisation programme is well underway. PIO Keramoprojekt report on developments at the site where a new 2000tpd line is set to increase capacity and improve energy efficiency.
Hornblower’s first command
Dr Michael Clark investigates who is liable when shipping results in hardened cement in the ships’ hold.
Alarm management strategy
Emerson Process explains how plants can improve operational efficiency with advanced alarm management.
Maximising potential
Siemens describes how its Sitrans LR260 radar sensor provides accurate process instrument control.
Asset management solutions
Invensys Process Systems describes how its Avantis technology can improve kiln uptime and reduce inventories.
Tomorrow starts now
ICR Research investigates the progress that cement producers have made in their aims of reaching targeted goals in sustainability, rehabilitation of previous quarries, substitute raw materials and alternative fuels.
Silicon carbide refractory
Siam Refractories describes on how its latest refractories improve alkali resistance and protect against thermal shock.
Petcoke – refractory effects
Stewart Services examines petroleum coke use and its effects on refractories at North American cement plants.
Turkish market update
With new capacity coming on-steam and huge natural resources available Turkey is a powerful European player.
OYAK’s rapid expansion
OYAK Cement group is raising its cement capacity to 4.9Mta, consolidating its position in the Turkish market.
New Cr(VI) reduction technology
Mapei illustrates how its MA.P.E/Cr 05 LV agent acts to reduce Chromium VI.
Additives target reduced CO2
Grace Construction Products look at the value of cement performance additives in reducing CO2/t of cement.
Stannous sulphate dosage
TIB Chemicals report on the dosage of Stannous Sulphate in its application to reduce Chromium VI levels in cement.
Indonesia up for expansion
Indonesia cement demand is rising as the economy gains strength and new construction projects are planned.
XPERT: Rietveld and XRD
PANalytical offers a new way to analyse clinker with its XPERT equipment.
Advanced particle analysis
Sequoia Scientific explain the benefits of laser diffraction for particle size and distribution analysis.
Alternative fuel dosing
Pfister looks at cost-effective solutions for metering of a variety of alternative fuels.
Lehigh; consistent feeding
Schenck Process detail its mill and fly ash feeding and weighing equipment at Lehigh Inland Cement.
Silo design acceptance
Sympathetic design can go a long way to obtaining local acceptance for the siting of a new cement silo.
EMC: next level cleaning
Scheuch explains its patented EMC technology with online and offline cleaning possibilities.
Improved collection efficiency
Industrial Accessories Company looks at M-Pulse baghouses and their ability to control dust emissions.
Strategic energy management
California Portland Cement reaps the rewards of its energy management programme.
Product News
Compressors from Atlas Copco, Thermo Fisher tribology cells and Avery Weigh-Tronix’s payload software.
New Orders
Beocin Cement and Russian plant orders, Yanbu Cement’s new 10,000tpd line and Wärtsilä wins Angolan contract.