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Cement Chemistry Conference, Düsseldorf/Germany (01.04.2009)

Over 130 participants gathered for the “Cement Chemistry” conference at the VDZ (German Cement Works Association) in Düsseldorf on 01.04.2009 to exchange ideas on current ­
cement chemistry problems. After a speech of welcome and an introduction by Dr. M. Schneider, General Manager of the VDZ, Dr. H.-M. Ludwig gave a report on the activities of the Cement Chemistry Technical Committee in recent years. The committee been involved in the following research activities:

 

– Influence of the burning and cooling conditions on the properties of Portland cement clinker when using secondary fuels

–...

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