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The March 2013 issue explores the restructuring of China's cement industry, its changing economic outlook and CNBM's strategy. Further coverage includes Al Ain Cement, Taiwan's market prospects, energy management, clinker chemistry, cement storage and packaging, refractories and the development of co-processing in India.
In this issue
Explore the March 2013 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
Cemex' full-year earnings progress, PCA revises its US cement consumption outlook upwards, while Spanish cement demand falls more than forecast. HeidelbergCement raises its cement capacity in India to 6Mta and Nigeria's Unicem plans to double output.
China’s transition underway
by ICR Research China’s cement production base is in transition. More modern and efficient plants are being built, while the larger manufacturers are acquiring more capacity. ICR analyses how fast the new-look industry is shaping up.
China’s changing economy
The Beijing Axis reviews China's changing economic outlook under its new political leadership.
Cement in 2013 and beyond
Exane BNP Paribas provides its annual forecast for global cement industry trends in 2013 and beyond.
Helping the UAE to thrive
by Arkan Building Materials Co, UAE Arkan Building Materials Co, now owner of one of the largest cement capacities in the UAE, explains why it believes the time is right to launch its new 10,000tpd plant in Al Ain.
Building Al Ain Cement
Sinoma International details the scope and supply of the Arkan Building Materials’ Al Ain cement works.
Showcasing Chinese technology
Nanjing Kisen International Engineering Co reports on the commissioning of CUCC Xuzhou Cement plant, China.
CNBM’s balancing act
CNBM successfully commissions Northern Region Cement’s second kiln line in Saudi Arabia.
Higher bed benefits
Andre Vos of Claudius Peters details the cooler performance of Holcim’s Untervaz plant, Switzerland.
The Fons Delta Level Transmitter
The Fons Delta Level Transmitter is a new device to ensure constant clinker level height in the cooler.
Clinker C3S paramount
Michael Clark reports on C3S content and its importance for manufacturing high-quality blended cements.
It’s all in the blend
Arthur Harrisson reports on the changing methods to obtain chemical balance at the raw material stage.
Bagged for market
ICR reports on what's new for the cement industry from the bagging and packaging sector.
Calcium aluminate cement storage
Cementos Molins tests the best storage and packaging solutions for its calcium aluminate cements.
Terminal concepts
Claudius Peters highlights its project to supply equipment to PT Indonesia’s Banyuwanji terminal in Java.
Saving more electrical energy
Siemens looks at where plants can make electrical energy savings as more alternative fuels are used in production.
Energy watch with cpmPlus
ABB reports on its cpmPlus Knowledge Management software, currently being installed at 12 CRH sites.
RHI’s ANKRAL Q2 solution
RHI describes the benefits of its ANKRAL Q2 refractory for coping with alternative fuels.
Refractory options
Refractory news from Höganäs Bjuf, Velco, Wahl Refractories and Plibrico.
RAW for refractory anchors
Silicon has developed its Rapid Arc Welding (RAW) technology for securing refractory anchors.
Riser duct castables
Seven Refractories offers refractory solutions for build-ups and alkali resistance.
SRF – a class of its own
Untha investigates the case for reclassifying solid recovered fuels (SRF) as a product or a fuel rather than waste material.
India: introducing co-processing
SINTEF and India's Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) discuss the country's co-processing opportunities.
India: developing co-processing
In this second focus on Indian co-processing, SINTEF and the CPCB look at the development of recent projects.
High on quality, low on dust
Dust Control Technology find a solution to Linwood Mining’s airborne dust problems.
Illinois’ cement keeps flowing
Martin Engineering Inc unblocks Illinois Cement’s 80,000t silo storage unit.
Wireless truck maintenance
Volvo Trucks has developed a new GSM-based system to remotely monitor trucks’ wear condition.
Taiwan: plenty of promise
by Chris Pei, Taiwan Cement Manufacturers’ Association Chris Pei outlines the trends and status of Taiwan’s cement industry which is pioneering the technology for carbon capture and continuing to aim for more sustainable cement production.
Product News
Skirted-silo weighing, a sulphur analyser and a retractable nozzle for air cannons feature in Product News.
New Orders
JK Cement, Dangote Cement and Cemex UK announce their new orders.