Cement producers looking for fast entry into growing small- and medium-sized markets are increasingly looking at employing the light-asset approach. Modular and mobile grinding systems can provide a versatile and cost-effective means to gain a lead in such markets. By Dr Stanley Ko, CBMI Construction Co Ltd, South Africa.

Modular grinding plants have recently gained in popularity with cement producers that are looking for quick ways to enter new small- and medium-sized markets with minimal capital investment. To meet these needs, CBMI Construction Co Ltd has developed, through its technical centre, a new grinding plant – the Modular and Mobile Grinding (MMGv) plant.