International Cement Review magazine archive
The May 2014 issue examines Colombia's cement growth, the modernisation of Rioclaro and the proposed Lafarge-Holcim merger. Reports also assess Brazil and Australia. Technical features cover oxycombustion, raw material specifications, grinding, emissions control, weighing and the cost of equipment ownership.
In this issue
Explore the May 2014 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
Lafarge and Holcim propose a building materials mega-merger, ASEC considers selling its stake in Algeria’s Zahana Cement, HeidelbergCement’s attributable profit doubles, Dangote exceeds Nigerian market growth and Buzzi Unicem’s results are hit by a weak Italian market.
Crossing the Andes
by JJ Agudelo Restrepo & M Posada, Grupo Bancolombia, Colombia Grupo Bancolombia assesses the possibilities for further growth in Colombia’s cement market and offers an overview of demand prospects going forward.
Revamping Rioclaro
Cementos Argos has invested US$100m in modernising its Rioclaro cement plant, Colombia.
LH merger: a new era begins
Lafarge and Holcim plan to merge their global portfolio of businesses, ICR investigates the impact of this deal.
CO2 – a catalyst for change
by D St Angelo, Joule, USA Joule examine the challenge of making captured CO2 into a fuel to help meet increasing energy demands.
The oxycombustion option
by M Gimenez & C Paxton, Lafarge Cement, France, H Wassard & O Mogensen, FLSmidth, X Paubel, L Leclerc, P Cavagné & N Perrin, Air Liquide, France Lafarge, FLSmidth and Air Liquide aim to devise a commercial oxycombustion system to cut CO2 emissions.
Supporting measurements
by K Kolditz & S Vogel, IBU-tec advanced materials, Germany IBU-tec explain how independent clinker burnability tests, SNCR optimisation and bypass systems can help producers improve their production processes.
Total cost of ownership
by ICR Research Dr Michael Clark revisits the fictional land of Ruritania where things are not going quite according to plan for new cement plant owner, Mr Entrepreneur. Establishing yourself in the cement market is not always so easy.
Specifying raw materials
by Arthur Harrisson, UK Arthur Harrisson considers the impact that raw material changes can have on cement production, including raw material purchase, reasons for change, undesired substitutes and ideal replacement materials.
Brazil: a view on the future
by Y Kihara, ABCP & G Visedo, SNIC, Brazil Brazil has a long tradition of environmentally-friendly cement production and looks forward to meeting future challenges in enhancing the sustainability of its cement industry.
Tupi’s top-notch mill
by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Japan Cimento Tupi calls on Kawasaki Heavy Industries for a CK370 raw mill as part of the Brazilian cement producer’s new clinker line. Results have proven to surpass guarantees during the first year of operation.
Home clean and dry
by ICR Research ICR looks at what’s new in bagging and packaging ahead of interpack 2014. Innovations showcased come from Beumer, Arodo, Premier Tech, Haver & Boecker, Möllers, Windmöller & Hölscher, Mondi and Thiele.
Extending cement options
by AfriSam, South Africa AfriSam has been making great strides in sustainable cement production, and the use of flyash and slag in some of its cements has become a welcome solution to help the environment and improve cement quality.
Intelligent SNCR
by AC Hanf, STEAG-Powitec, Germany STEAG-Powitec describes the technology behind its heSNCR system and shows why intelligent SNCR systems will provide the next level of expertise in combatting NOx emissions.
Mercury in Latin America
Kline Consulting discusses the implications of the 2013 Minimata Convention on Mercury.
Weighing accuracy basics
Merrick Industries gets to the bottom of weigh-belt (gravimetric) feeders.
Weighing it all up
Thayler Scale, Cardinal Scale and Leon Engineering offer new weighing solutions.
Feeding the mill
Ahrens Group completes a new mill building and mill feed system for Adelaide Brighton’s CM7 project.
Australia’s changing dynamics
by Marilyn Gardner, M Gardner Consultancy, Australia Australia’s cement industry is going through a major transition period with up to 30 per cent of its cement now beginning life as imported Asian clinker as domestic producers set out to cut their CO2 emissions.
Product News
CS210 temperature monitoring from Raytech, Retsch goes Emax grinding and PANalytical launches HighScore (Plus).
New Orders
New orders from Turkey, Russia, Middle East and North Africa, and Redecam updates on Latin American contracts.