White papers
Download technical white papers from the cement industry.
Myths and facts about the use of waste-derived alternative fuels in the cement industry
In this report, we address the common misconceptions that have prevented companies from moving to alternative fuels. We’ll also explain how looking for bottlenecks in cement plan will ensure the best performance.
Published on the 01 September 2023
FOUNDATIONS™ The Practical Resource for Cleaner, Safer, More Productive Dust & Material Control
An internationally-recognised, non-commercial resource for conveyor safety, maintenance and operations training.
Published on the 12 October 2022
7 Most Common Errors when Applying Air Cannons and How to Eliminate Them
The focus of this paper is to identify the common mistakes that plants often make when installing and applying their air cannons and to implement the proper ways to improve cleaning performance while reducing maintenance requirements.
Published on the 20 July 2022
How Predictive Maintenance Can Help Achieve Net-Zero Emission Goals for Cement Manufacturers
Cement manufacturing is an energy-intensive process. The energy consumption is around 2% of global output and 5% of total manufacturing consumption. In addition, the use of carbon-rich fuels like coal in the manufacturing of clinkers is widespread.
Published on the 11 July 2022
Emissions monitoring handbook
Everything you need to know about Emissions monitoring for large industrial and combustion plants - in one free handbook.
Published on the 01 February 2022
Material value: Expecting the unexpected in cement silo cleaning
This exclusive whitepaper from Mole-Master Services Corporation reviews a case study in which a large Portland cement processing facility based in the Midwest United States was facing several cement storage issues, including cement that had become hydrated.
Published on the 06 December 2021
Why split roller bearing design needs to change in high-load applications
This white paper examines why now is the right time for bearing design to evolve to better serve high-load applications in the cement industry and the revolutionary solution from Bowman International.
Published on the 01 October 2021
Enhancing burner pipe lifespan in cement plants
Burner pipe burnt out? Again? It does not have to be that way. Wouter Garot, CEO at SILICON, explains how the company’s innovative refractory anchor system can double the lifespan of burner pipes. Or, to put it another way, halve the expense caused by burner pipe degradation.
Published on the 04 June 2021