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The December 2011 issue of International Cement Review covers Hungary: building on traditions, Europe’s youngest cement plant and Našicecement green goals. Further cement industry reports examine Cizkovice’s variable fuel mix, A far from simple task and The next steps for Cemex?.
In this issue
Explore the December 2011 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
Holcim’s nine month 2011 results are stunted by a strong swiss franc and rising energy expenses, HeidelbergCement manages to reduce costs ahead of target while Lafarge announces €500m cost saving programme for 2012.
Hungary: building on traditions
The Hungarian Cement Association gives an exclusive report on the new era of cement production in Hungary and the CEMKUT Research unit which has recently upgraded its laboratory in Budapest.
Europe’s youngest cement plant
Lafarge and Strabag have recently opened the 1Mta state-of-the-art Királyegyháza cement plant. Combining expertise from China and Europe, the greenfield plant sets the standard for energy efficiency.
Našicecement green goals
Našicecement, part of the Nexe Group, has been steadily working towards accreditation for environmental compliance by installing Croatia’s first SNCR system and reducing its SO2 with the introduction of slaked lime.
Cizkovice’s variable fuel mix
Cizkovice Cement in Czech Republic is leading the way with its alternative fuel substitution options.
A far from simple task
Asamer Group describes the investment that it has made at Fabrika Cement Lukavac and at the Vijenac quarry.
The next steps for Cemex?
The future moves of Cemex, Mexico’s building materials industry giant, are being carefully scrutinised. Santander give some insights as to what may lay ahead for Cemex as it looks to reduce its mediumand long-term debt.
Strange things in strange places
Dr Clark sets about unravelling some of the mysteries of unexpected mineral deposits.
Celitement – an alternative
OPC is starting to see rivals that can be manufactured with less CO2, Celitement is one such product.
Florida: the waiting game
The Sunshine state of Florida has seen a tremendous turnaround in cement demand over the last century and it is currently facing one of the most difficult periods in its history, trying to keep its modern kiln production rolling.
IEEE West Coast Conference
ICR visits the IEEE West Coast cement industry conference at Texarkana where all discussions centre on NESHAP.
Global White Cement Report II
ICR previews the Global White Cement Report II with an extract from the publication’s North American market section.
Polysius’ patent portfolio
Phil Kerton delves into the past to see what engineering breakthroughs Polysius has sought to obtain patents for.
Tricky cement mill repair
Teutrine describes how it performed an essential repair to a ball mill shell at its engineering factory in Germany ts.
Liquid phase inconsistency
Arthur Harrisson explains the reasons for inconsistencies in the liquid phase during clinker manufacture.
China’s bag filter developments
China’s Environmental Protection Industry Association speaks on the country’s bag filter capabilities.
Cabinets and curing chambers
Envirotronics describe the technology for its EC series of ASTM C511-09 compliant curing cabinets.
Powtech: invention to the fore
ICR explores the latest products to be unveiled for the cement industry at Powtech 2011 in Nuremberg.
PGNA analyser: extended life
SABIA Inc look at the options available to upgrade online analysis equipment.
Innovation meets application
O.ME.P.S Srl explains why its cement tankers are being well-received in the Russian cement market.
The complete stacker package
Telestack Ltd’s range of mobile stacker machines aim to improve stockpiling efficiency of bulk materials.
End-to-end conveyor solutions
ContiTech Conveyor Belt Group reports on its new Con-Montex and Con-Bitex belts for material handling.
Askale’s WHR project
SinoPES has been establishing a waste heat recovery plant for Askale Cement in Turkey.
Faster, more reliable service
Lafarge Cement UK has been working to optimise output at its Hope plant in Kent with improved rail facilities.
Iraq – open for business
As political stability returns to Iraq and security improves, ICR provides a timely investigation into market developments and investment opportunities in this emerging Middle East market.
Product News
Siemens Industry Automation opens a new factory in China and FilterSense releases a baghouse analyser.
New Orders
Cement Australia, UltraTech, Lafarge UK, Akmenes Cement and Podilsky Cement feature in New Orders.