Special reports

Greg Robin, Triodetic, explains how domes can shape the future of cement production by transforming dust control.

Jose Gil, FLSmidth Cement USA, discusses the evolution of digital and how this has resulted in a step change in delivering service and support.

Innomotics is redefining efficiency in the global cement industry with advanced motor solutions and AI technologies that optimise production and reduce environmental impact.

Pablo Viedma, Votorantim Cimentos, provides an overview of the Alconera cement plant’s journey to decarbonisation.

TÜRKÇIMENTO provides an assessment of the Turkish cement sector and explores the impact of the ongoing ‘triple transformation.’

Berthold Bussiewek, Thorwesten Vent, emphasises the importance of explosion protection, particularly in grinding systems and storage facilities.

Manually clearing buildup in preheater systems exposes workers to multiple risks. So, why are people asked to do it when there are safer, more efficient and more cost-effective solutions that support the flow process? Brad Pronschinske, Martin Engineering, investigates.

Preston Rubottom, Lubrication Engineers, details how to increase a kiln’s efficiency through effective lubrication.

Rob Cumming, Lafarge Canada, explores how the cement and concrete industry can navigate the challenge of decarbonising whilst maintaining the necessary levels of production.

Gang Yu, Huaxin, explains how advanced digital technology has helped the company become more carbon neutral.

Firefly explores methods for the prevention of fires and explosions when handling alternative fuels.

T. Abbas and M. Akritopoulos, Cinar, explore how to faciliate the transition to low-carbon fuels in the kiln and calciner.

Calderys provides a global look at the role of refractories in decarbonisation and advancing green cement production.

Argos explains how the first carbon-neutral cement operation in Panama was established.

Yves Marc Schade, stela Laxhuber, explains the role of low-temperature belt dryers in facilitating the increased use of alternative fuels.