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The February 2016 issue assesses GCC cement development and Kenya's capacity expansion. Reports cover Medcem's terminal, Lucky Cement's bulk facilities and grinding projects in West Africa. Technical features address kiln seals, ash quality, combustion, mercury control, fans, automation, conveyors and raw mix optimisation.
In this issue
Explore the February 2016 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.
Latest news and diary dates
The latest cement industry news, corporate developments and diary dates from around the world.
Industry appointments
The latest executive and personnel appointments from across the global cement industry.
Financial update
The latest financial results and market updates from leading cement producers and suppliers.
GCC: long-term development
ICR reviews the prospects for cement demand growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
The complete package
As Aggregate Industries joins the ranks of UK cement producers, ICR interviews Joe Hudson, MD of the new Cement and Concrete Products division.
Medcem’s marine hub
Medcem Cement describes its new high-capacity terminal facility in Turkey.
Lucky Cement builds for bulk
Lucky Cement supports its bulk export business by investing at the Karachi Port Terminal.
Sustainable insulation
Refratechnik details the energy saving and corrosion protection that kiln refractory insulation can provide.
Cemtech returns
ICR reports from the recent three-day meeting at Cemtech Americas in Orlando, Florida, USA.
Seal of approval
IGS Industries Inc addresses kiln seal failure.
Workshops, NESHAP and optimisation
Dr Michael Clark summarises discussions at Cemtech Americas’ Technical Workshop and looks ahead to Dubai.
Improving ash quality
Arthur Harrisson explores the possibility of recovering hidden fly ash reserves for cement production.
Better burn-outs
CINAR Brasil, Optimum Process and Regain Services evaluate carbon burning with CFD modelling.
New grinding dimensions
thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions reveals how its P OLYCOM high-pressure grinding roll targets efficiency.
Dynamic mercury control
ADA Carbon Solutions monitors mercury emissions.
Silence is golden
Industrial Noise and Vibration Centre offers quieter times with its retrofit fan technology.
Fans of saving energy
Siemens installs a new fan drive at Hanson Purfleet, UK.
A fresh take on DCS
Schneider Electric takes a fresh look at Distributed Control Systems.
Small adjustments, big savings
FLSmidth A/S charts the success of advanced process control.
Bearing up
AEGIS-Electro Static Technology give bearings protection.
West African grinding goals
Intercem details a new West African grinding station order to be built in Côte d’Ivoire and commissioned in 2017.
US cement producers regain lost margins
Independent market analyst IHS investigates the US cement producers, who are looking to claw back profits.
Pulling the plug
Kamengo Technology Inc improve bulk feeder design.
Improving conveyors
Phoenix Conveyor Belt Systems tackles key issues such as dust, noise and emissions in conveying.
Creating strategic alliances
Magnesita builds strategic alliances with producers.
Fine-tuning the raw mix
Sabia Inc installs a cross-belt analyser at Cemex Lyons.
Repair rather than replace
PM Africa Field Services provides a gear shaft replacement.
Getting the best out of a consultant’s services
ICC explains how to get the best consultant advice.
Innovation meets sustainability
The Argos Center for Innovation opens in Medellin, Colombia.
14th NCB International Seminar
The biennial NCB seminar voiced opinions on challenges and opportunties for the Indian cement industry.
Kenya’s capacity drive
The Kenyan cement industry is showing rapid signs of growth as new players seek to establish new plants.
Product news
Discharge chutes, crusher maintenance platforms and sealed pumps feature in Product News.
New orders
Batisöke Söke Cimento, Siam Cement, Lehigh, SOBOCE, Cementos Argos and HeidelbergCement sign New Orders.
Advertisers’ index
Contact details for the companies advertising their cement industry products and services in this issue.