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The November 2018 issue assesses cement markets in India, Jordan and Saudi Arabia and reports on ACC Jamul and Yamama projects. Technical coverage examines refractories, clinker sulphate, kiln mechanics, alternative fuels, NOx reduction, fan erosion, conveying, monitoring and stockpile management.
In this issue
Explore the November 2018 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.
India’s changing trajectory
ICR looks at the challenges for India’s cement sector as demand moderates.
Mission accomplished
KHD Humboldt Wedag completes a 9000tpd clinker line at ACC Jamul, India.
Jordan: seeking opportunities
ICR speaks with Khaled Huraibat, chairman of the Jordan Cement Producers’ Association, ahead of the 23rd AICCE.
Yamama on track to the future
Yamama Cement’s 7Mta greenfield plant, 80km east of Riyadh, is nearing completion under the supervision of thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions.
Fostering mutual understanding
Mohammed Al Manaseer, CEO of Modern Cement and Mining Co, showcases its state-of-the-art facility.
Supporting a new city
Scheuch helps Arabian Cement modernise its dust control systems at the Rabigh plant in Saudi Arabia.
Refractory solutions
Dr Michael Clark assesses refractory selection and the operating conditions in different parts of the rotary kiln.
Sulphate in clinker
Arthur Harrisson investigates the sources of sulphate (SO 3) in clinker and its impact on clinker composition.
Dispelling myths in kiln mechanics
TomTom-Tools GmbH reports on kiln mechanics and monitoring kiln performance.
Low-dust conveying
Martin Engineering finds solutions to ensure low-dust conveying to safeguard staff health. Martin Marietta’s New Braunfels plant in Texas provides a case study.
Achieving AF and NOx goals
Cimento Nacional uses MI-CFD modelling with Cinar to increase alternative fuels while reducing NOx emissions at the Sete Lagoas plant in Brazil.
Fighting fan erosion
Howden replaced an ID fan at Lafarge Cement’s El Sokhna plant in Egypt.
Flexibility for now and the future
Gebr Pfeiffer supplies a ready2grind plant for Holcim Colombia’s Buga project in Valle del Cauca.
The power of skilful communication in consulting
Cemwise argues the importance of skilful communication in the decision-making process for cement consultants.
Kiln monitoring
VDZ outlines kiln maintenance strategy and investigates kiln ovality and tyre run-out measurement.
Simplifying stockpile inventory
Binmaster explains the benefits of its fast, web-based ‘Stockpile Reports’ service for time-saving and reliable reporting.
The heat is on
Thermax describes the benefits of WHR and its recent project for a 6.4MW WHR plant at Rain Cement’s Kurnool plant in India.
India’s binding force
Cement Manufacturers’ Association (CMA) reports on how India’s cement sector is responding to government initiatives for a more sustainable and efficient cement industry.
8th International VDZ Congress
ICR reports from the VDZ Congress in Düsseldorf, Germany, where leading experts in climate change, digitalisation, low-CO2 cements, grinding and burning technology, and carbon capture and utilisation met to discuss future industry initiatives.
Let noble thoughts come
Mahendra Singhi, Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Ltd’s CEO gives his views on a sustainable future.
Deep into the Saudi down-cycle
Al Rajhi Capital forecasts a protracted Saudi recovery.
Product news
An SRF shredder, kiln access ramps and the EcoStructureTM Field Device Expert debut in Product News.
New orders
SOFICO, San Miguel Northern, Bearings International, Takraf and Tang Thang Cement make new orders.