Cement News tagged under: HWI
HWI to build a lightweight monolithics facility in Missouri01 November 2024, Published under Cement NewsHWI, a member of Calderys, plans to construct a new lightweight monolithics production facility at its Fulton, Missouri, rotary kiln complex. The state-of-the-art plant represents an important investment in Calderys Group’s growth strategy for the Americas region and is scheduled to open in mid-2025. The new greenfield facility will increase HWI’s lightweight monolithics production capacity by approximately 60 per cent, enhancing product availability and improving customer lead times. It w... |
Alkali attack as refractory wear mechanism13 May 2024, Published under Cement NewsThe increasing use of alternative fuels in cement production has led to increased wear on kiln refractories. Infiltration of sulphur oxides, alkali sulphates, and chlorides require more frequent attention to the state of the refractory to ensure continued safe operation of the kiln line. By Larry Morley, HWI - a member of Calderys, USA W hile alternative fuels in cement manufacturing offer significant advantages, including cost savings and reductions in carbon emissions, they also presen... |
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