International Cement Review articles tagged under : Manufacturing Technology
Quarry efficiency
Kline Consulting LLC outlines the key factors in efficient quarry excavations and crushing performance.
Monolithic linings
Teplotechna DIS explains the benefits of monolithic linings made of fireclay with silicon carbide.
Effects of age and type
Arthur Harrisson investigates the properties of limestone in its different varieties as well as its ability to burn.
Improving process safety
The increasing use of alternative fuels is one example of where process safety is brought to the forefront at many cement plants, but hazards related to the storage and transportation of fuels, structural failures of...
VRM optimisation
Kline Consulting looks in detail at the VRM process, with ways to enhance efficiency and optimise operations.
Process impact on clinker
Arthur Harrisson examines clinker nodules to see what microscopic analysis can reveal about clinker formation.
Slakers and movers
STT Enviro Corp Systems & Solutions recommends optimised lime slaking to reduce costs and CO2.
Freight fortunes?
Marvel Shipping explains the effect of changing rade balances and higher vessel availability on freight markets.
Dosing flexibility
FLSmidth Pfister outlines how its rotor weighfeeder enables accurate alternative fuel discharge.
How much alite?
Arthur Harrisson discusses the contribution of the alite phase to cement strength after 28 days.
The new normal
BPI Visqueen tracks the trend for polythene packaging in the cement industry and prepares for future growth.
Balancing dusts in the kiln
Arthur Harrisson investigates the circulation of dust during clinker production.
Clinker cooling
Arthur Harrisson investigatese clinker formation after the burning zone.
Best energy consumption
EmCem explore the key drivers for achieving best energy consumption for grinding and waste heat recovery.
Supplying certainty
Polysius SAS highlights its successful cement plant projects in the MEA region during some uncertain times.
Dealing with natural variation
Arthur Harrisson reveals typical challenges in dealing with natural variation in raw materials for clinker production. Irregular composition, crystallisation and interbedding with other material can all have an impact.