February 2025

The February issue of World Cement begins with an overview of the prospects for the Indian cement sector. The rest of the issue covers a range of technical topics, including: Chains & Conveyors, Dust Control & Filtration, Clinker Cooling, Milling Optimisation, Digitalisation, and XRF, Sampling & Analysis.

This month's front cover is brought to you by HEKO Group.

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REGIONAL REPORT: INDIA

India In Focus
Dr S B Hedge, Jain College of Engineering and Technology, provides a comprehensive analysis of the Indian cement industry.

CHAINS & CONVEYORS

Raising Resistance
Dr. O Mielenz, B. Bergmoser, Dr. S. Benito and Prof. Dr. W. Theisen, HEKO, highlight a new development in round steel chain technology that enhances wear resistance and extends service life under challenging operating conditions.

Time Will Tell
Conveyor belt specialist, Leslie David, explains why investing in high-quality heat resistant conveyor belts ultimately reduces long-term operational costs and improves performance.

DUST CONTROL & FILTRATION

The Art of Passive Dust Control
Todd Swinderman, Martin Engineering, delves into how passive dust control measures using curtains and skirting are transforming conveyor transfer point efficiency, enhancing workplace safety, and reducing operational costs.

CLINKER COOLING

The Pendulum Swing
David Jansen, IKN, explores how the transition from outdated satellite coolers to new, innovative designs is helping the cement industry meet demands for energy efficiency and reduced emissions.

MILLING OPTIMISATION

Ball Mill Enhancements
Ana Esther Gonçalves, Christian Pfeiffer, explains how replacing intermediate diaphragms in ball mills enhances cement grinding efficiency.

DIGITALISATION

Cementing Cybersecurity
Sander Rotmensen, Siemens, explains how integrating advanced cybersecurity solutions can protect cement plants from evolving digital threats while ensuring uninterrupted operations.

XRF, SAMPLING & ANALYSIS

Securing Success With XRF
Didier Bonvin, Ling Schneider, and Christina Drathen, Thermo Fisher Scientific, detail how advanced X-ray fluorescence technology is enabling the cement industry to enhance quality control, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.