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The November 2016 issue assesses changing cement markets in Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and India and reports on Cemtech's 25th anniversary. Alternative fuels and waste processing are prominent themes, alongside X-ray diffraction, coal classification, grinding performance, cement strength, data systems and energy-saving opportunities.
In this issue
Explore the November 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.
Corporate watch
A review of company results, mergers, acquisitions and other corporate developments across the global cement industry.
Financial update
The latest financial results and market updates from leading cement producers and suppliers.
Saudi Arabia: changing times?
Riyad Capital discusses the changing landscape of the Saudi Arabian cement industry.
From gas to garbage
The IFC reports on the potential to increase alternative fuel collection and usage in Egypt.
Cemtech’s 25th Anniversary
In September Cemtech Conferences and Exhibitions celebrated its 25th anniversary in Madrid, Spain.
Developing AF in Egypt
MVW Lechtenburg reports on the growing availability of MSW and agricultural waste in Egypt and its value to the cement sector.
Building on success
CIMASSO breaks ground on its new grinding plant project under construction by Germany’s Intercem in Burkina Faso.
X-ray diffraction with area detector
Thermo Fisher Scientific introduces new real-time X-ray diffraction technology for quantitative phase analysis.
Coal classification
Dr Michael Clark explains how coal evaluation is important for accurate thermal energy consumption estimates of cement kilns.
Achieving the target
Arthur Harrisson looks at meeting compliance targets for cement quality and the key parameters that determine high-quality cement.
A new generation of strength
GCP explains how a new range of triisopropanolamine improvers have enabled producers to increase cement strength and clinker substitution.
Improving VRM performance
CHRYSO has been developing grinding aids specifically designed to improve the performance of grinding with vertical roller mills.
Lebanon: beyond tomorrow
Lebanese cement producers look to make efficiency gains as volumes dip in the domestic market.
A burning success
CRH’s Rohoznik cement plant in Slovakia has installed a new FLSmidth J ETFLEX burner to raise its solid alternative fuel usage to 80 per cent.
Fuel matters
The Hesler Co Inc investigates the complex area of alternative fuel handling and considerations for unloading, storage, material extraction and explosion risk.
Closing the global waste loop
UNTHA looks at the take-up of alternative fuels around the world and the technical considerations required for processing such materials.
Going to shreds
Grupo SPR of Spain reports on its recent projects to process tyre- and refuse-derived fuels.
The race for data
INFORM explains how data knowledge can drive efficiency gains.
Energy-saving opportunities
Enercon assesses the energy gains that can be derived from plant audits and how much they can save cement producers.
Meeting the energy challenge
Thermax explores recent trends in India’s cement sector to make energy savings and improve thermal substitution rates.
India: marking time
Indian cement producers can expect a significant upturn in government infrastructure spending.
Product News
XRF analysis, gas monitoring, better grease application and crushing equipment feature in Product News.
New Orders
Wadi El Nile Cement, Star Cement Ltd, Xuan Thanh Cement and Moroto Ateker Cement announce New Orders.
Advertisers’ Index
Contact details for the companies advertising their cement industry products and services in this issue.