International Cement Review magazine archive
The April 2009 issue of International Cement Review covers Russia’s reversals, Winning orders in Russia and Cemtech Dubai 2009. Further cement industry reports examine Holcim Apasco’s new plant, Buying into the Balkans and Dulong’s heating formula.
In this issue
Explore the April 2009 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. Holcim mothballs more US capacity, Italcementi's Turkish profits virtually eliminated last year, Gresik lifts 4Q profit 44 per cent and EBRD considers `170m loan to Azerbaijan’s Garadagh Cement.
Russia’s reversals
ICR gives an update on cement market activity in Russia and looks at the major producers and their investment programmes for plant imporvements and new projects in the country.
Winning orders in Russia
The Aumund Group of companies has had considerable success in recent years in obtaining orders from cement producers in Russia, the CIS countries and in the Balkans for a wide variety of bulk handling equipment.
Cemtech Dubai 2009
More than 240 delegates attended this year’s Cemtech Middle East Conference and Exhibition in Dubai, UAE The major event was held over three days in February with top international speakers supporting the meeting.
Holcim Apasco’s new plant
Fives FCB is a renowned turnkey specialist and its latest project is nearing completion: the construction of Holcim’s greenfield Sonora plant, Mexico. The facility will include the installation of three Horromills®.
Buying into the Balkans
The Balkan region is rapidly changing with new and old players keen to build and upgrade cement capacity.
Dulong’s heating formula
Dr Clark informs when corrections need to be made to heating formulas for the presence of oxygen.
Nexe’s sustainable plan
Nexe Group is aiming to reduce its emission levels and to provide for a more sustainable future in Croatia.
ABB success in Vietnam
Vietnam is developing its domestic cement supply and ABB is helping to equip some of its newest plants.
Impact on the MENA region
Holtec gives an indepth report on the cement market trends in the MENA region with details on demand and supply, prices, the effect of the global economic crisis, plus short and medium-term outlooks.
Optimising cement properties
Mr Harrisson investigates cement properties in regard to the requirements of concrete markets when exporting cement. The aspects of blended and interground cements as well as the process of hydration is considered.
A Herculean triumph
Heracles Cement, part of the Lafarge Group, has been targeting and identifying product needs for its customers and has recently released two new bagged cement brands called Athlos and Basis.
Bags on the line
ICR reports on the most recent advances in bagging and packaging technology for the cement market with news of palletisers, high strength paper, complete bagging systems and stretch hood packaging equipment.
Worse for wear
Welding Alloys Group has developed a patented concept of ultra-thin composite wear plates called Hardlite, which offers lower weight, greater formability and easier installation in abrasive areas.
Wearfacing of VRMs
Castolin Eutectic details how its wear products and knowhow can refurbish aging vertical roller mills.
Advanced ceramics
CeramTec-Etec has developed an advanced ceramic called Alotecto protect against wear and abrasion.
From cement mill to coal mill
LV Technology shows how a cement mill can be expertly converted into a coal mill.
A plan for all seasons
David Brown employs care and skill to restore mill drives back to their optimum working conditions.
Aiming for efficent fuel usage
Pfister GmbH explains how consistent dosing of alternative fuels can reduce costs for producers.
Environmental goals
Halyps Cement plant has made a conscious effort to improve its environmental performance.
Mediterranean success
The Greek market is well established with three international producers controlling the domestic scene Titan Cement is now expanding abroad while Heracles and Halyps are improving efficency at home.
Product News
Dry bulk tankers, sieve shakers and dust controllers appear in this month’s Product News.
New Orders
Arabian Cement and Spenner Cement supply contracts to Precia-Molen and Intercem Engineering, respectfully.