International Cement Review magazine archive
The November 2013 issue assesses India's cement outlook and UltraTech's new Rajashree line, with additional market coverage of Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan and Brazil. White cement, low-carbon binders, alternative raw materials, quality control and kiln optimisation are central technical themes, alongside reports from VDZ and FICEM events.
In this issue
Explore the November 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
The UK cement industry is set to see a shake-up following recommendations by the country's competition watchdog, the PCA is optimistic on an acceleration of US demand in 2014 and PPC confirms its latest expansion plans for a new cement plant in sub-Saharan Africa.
Waiting for the light
by ICR Research With the NCB Seminar taking place this month, ICR provides an update on Indian cement market activity and identifies likely demand drivers going forward.
Rajashree’s Line IV goes live
UltraTech Cement adds a new 10,000tpd line to its Rajashree plant in Karnataka, India.
An icon reborn
ICR speaks with Lothar Jungemann, member of ThyssenKrupp Resource Technologies’ executive board.
The white art of cement
Birla White demonstrates how cement is manufactured at the seventh-largest white cement factory in the world.
Consistent, reliable results
PPC shows how careful sampling is carried out when assessing its raw materials and product quality.
Versatile and durable
Aalborg Portland describes some of the benefits of white cement and its end-uses.
The latest trend in white
Turkey-based producer Adana Cement underlines the green credentials of its white cement.
VDZ Congress 2013
Sustainable energy and emissions control headline discussions at the VDZ Congress in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Afghanistan untapped
The US Department of Defence gives an overview of resources and investment opportunities in Afghanistan.
Enhanced performance toolkit
Dr Clark reviews the history and development of kiln optimisation systems.
Controlling cement quality
Arthur Harrisson checks the factors affecting quality control in cement production.
Alternative binder advances
HeidelbergCement research a new alternative binder to promote low-carbon clinkers.
Enabling R&D for ARM
Dalmia and UltraTech Cement explore the role of R&D centres in applying alternative raw materials.
What price for a kingdom?
ICR Research ICR reviews the extent of government spending on infrastructure and construction in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia and assesses the cement companies that are raising capacity, particularly in the western region.
Yanbu’s fifth line
Yanbu Cement of Saudi Arabia details the key features of its fifth kiln line.
Plug & Grind® in action
Cemengal explains the simplicity behind its Plug & Grind concept, which offers fast on-the-spot grinding.
Ready for the future
BASF has launched a brand of advanced chemical solutions for the global construction industry.
ARL OPTIM’X: oxide analysis
Thermo Fisher Scientific employs its OPTIM’X WDXRF spectrometer to evaluate mineral composition.
Cement plants of the future
Kline Consulting explains how reducing carbon emissions could impact the design of cement plants of the future.
A commitment to quality
TUSDEC provides quality testing and standards for Pakistan’s cement industry.
Power to the plants
ICR interviews Andrew Walker of Aggreko about the scope of the company’s industrial solutions.
A varied global picture
Rob Roy offers insights into demand and import trends using 23 years of historical Global Cement Report data.
SWAP and save
CTP Team reveals the success of its Sonic Wave Acceleration Pulse technology for dust control.
FICEM-APCAC XXX Peru 2013
ICR reports from September’s FICEM-APCAC conference and exhibition in Lima, Peru.
Assessing investment costs
SAXUM investigates ways of reducing investments costs with a focus on engineering and equipment supply.
Building sustainable partnerships
Now among the top 10 producers, InterCement continues to raise capacity and build sustainable partnerships.
Lafarge: building better cities
Lafarge Brazil looks to commit to the country's growing urban environment and expanding infrastructure.
Brazil: at a crossroads
MBB Consultoria provides a detailed report on Brazil’s economic performance and future challenges.
Brazil: market developments
by ICR Research ICR assesses where the new cement production units are to come on-stream in Brazil and what expansion projects are being realised, as the country targets an installed cement capacity of 111Mta by 2016.