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The July 2010 issue of International Cement Review covers A new dawn?, Cemex opens new terminal and The right approach to success. Further cement industry reports examine Getting the job done, Embracing initiatives and Fairness and consistency.
In this issue
Explore the July 2010 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. Cemex’s priority is to reduce gearing, Lafarge joins up with Strabag in Central Europe, Dangote increases stake.
A new dawn?
ICR has been gathering information on some of the latest modernisation, expansion and greenfield projects in the global cement industry. as new kiln capacity begins to come on-stream.
Cemex opens new terminal
The Liepaja Cement Terminal in Latvia has been formally inaugurated by Cemex. It has two cement silos with a capacity of 7000t to support the group’s Broceni cement plant, located about 100km away.
The right approach to success
ASEC Engineering provides an outline to project realisation methodology for engineering consultancy.
Getting the job done
Atkins Plc describes the main challenges facing engineering consultancy firms working in cement projects.
Embracing initiatives
ICR captures the mood in the markets of New Zealand and Australia as cement manufacturers look to revitalise their factories and focus on product value, energy efficiency and plant improvements.
Fairness and consistency
Technical Forum assesses the key attributes needed to be a successful works manager.
Central European outlook
ICR has a summary of PMR’s recently-launched “Cement market in Central Europe 2010” report.
Quarry & stockpile optimisation
CEMMAC orders ABB’s SpectraFlow analyser and expert system to reduce variations in its quarried raw materials and raw material stockpile.
What’s in a picture?
Arthur Harrisson looks at clinker samples through the microscope and investigates particle size and shape.
Modern laboratory automation
Polysius details its laboratory automation equipment in the form of its POLAB series and its abilities for quality control.
Infra-red alert
FLIR Systems offers its infra-red cameras as a means to assist storage of hazardous materials and quality control.
Advancing kiln maintenance
The best procedures for refractory maintenance projects are discussed by Bricking Solutions.
Aid for critical tyre sections
RHI AG demonstrates the qualities of its new brick concept that is designed to combat stress on kiln tyres and shows the performance of its ANKRAL product after the first year of operation.
Get your guns!
Velco GmbH has announced a new development to its GUNNMIX system for repair of refractory material. The improved gunnning material results in less dust and can now be applied to high quality low cement castables.
India’s double-digit growth
ICR assesses the performance of the Indian cement Construction demand and government stimulus packages have fostered double-digit growth for the industry.
Improving implementation
The EU Commission is aiming to introduce an Industrial Emissions Directive as well as a NOx and SO2 emissions trading scheme, but will the proposal just add another level of complexity to existing regulations?
Dry freight recovery?
Merrill Lynch puts forward arguments for the possible recovery in freight rates in 2011.
Heavy steel castings
Spanish factories are benefiting from Ebroacero SA’s experience in renovating and maintaining plant equipment.
Reactive energy compensation
Schneider Electric helps Cementos Balboa to restore its capacitor bank at its power plant.
Simple solutions
Effective solutions for feeding, handling and treating biomass are provided by URBAR Ingenieros of Spain.
Tackling economic woes
Cement production in the Iberian Peninsula is under pressure as consumption has fallen dramatically in recent times. Readjustment to market conditions and planning for the future are the immediate priorities.
Product News
Vacuum cleaning, X-ray spectrometry and a truck vibrator acquisition are all highlighted in Product News.
New Orders
Carthage Cement, Mass Jordan Co, Kuwait Cement, Ash Grove and Großenlünder-Mus award order contracts.