Fundamentals of Cement Manufacturing Technology

Start Date End Date Venue Fees (US $)
31 May 2026 Jeddah, KSA $ 4,500 Register
30 Aug 2026 Dubai, UAE $ 3,900 Register
13 Dec 2026 Dubai, UAE $ 3,900 Register

Fundamentals of Cement Manufacturing Technology

Introduction

These courses can be delivered either as open public training courses or in-house and typically involve additional study, assignments, and assessments. Not only do these training courses prepare you for the qualification but they also focus on providing practical skills and techniques which are directly transferred to the workplace.

Objectives

    To extend professional knowledge regarding cement manufacturing technology and to improve understanding of how different factors influence the production process and product quality

    Learning outcomes:

    • Comprehensive knowledge about state-of-the-art production facilities and cement manufacturing technology
    • In-depth knowledge regarding grinding, burning, and material technologies  Better understanding of how different sub-processes are interconnected and influence product properties
    • Fundamental knowledge of production-related topics like maintenance, safety at work, refractories, etc.
    • Improved practical skills to deal with daily operational tasks and cope with process disturbances
    • Knowledge of advanced emissions abatement techniques
    • Familiarity with different possibilities to reduce energy and resources consumption
    • Awareness of diverse process optimization potentials and possible optimization measures

Training Methodology

This is an interactive course. There will be open question and answer sessions, regular group exercises and activities, videos, case studies, and presentations on best practice. Participants will have the opportunity to share with the facilitator and other participants on what works well and not so well for them, as well as work on issues from their own organizations. The online course is conducted online using MS-Teams/ClickMeeting.

Who Should Attend?

  • Young engineers
  • Foremen
  • Supervisors
  • Production personnel

Course Outline

The training course consists of two modules:

Module 1:

  • Raw materials extraction and handling
  • Mining operations
  • Quality control in the quarry
  • Raw material homogenization
  • Material technology
  • Characterization of raw materials
  • Clinker formation and clinker phases
  • Clinker properties
  • Cement types and standards
  • Cement properties
  • Raw meal and cement grinding
  • Common grinding systems
  • Open and closed circuit grinding
  • Particle size distribution
  • Impact of the grinding system on cement properties – Optimization of existing mills
  • Clinker production and burning technology
  • All components of the rotary kiln plant
  •  Burning conditions and their impact on clinker performance
  • Handling and use of alternative fuels
  • Circulation of volatile substances and bypass systems
  • Energy efficiency
  • Cement-specific operational calculations
  • Visit the laboratories of the Research Institute

Module 2:

  • Environment and emissions abatement
  • Emissions: dust, NOx, SO2
  • Preliminary and secondary abatement techniques
  • Operational case studies
  • The hot spot on the kiln shell
  • Cyclone blockage etc.
  • Simulator training
  • Operational tasks
  • Process optimization
  • Handling disruptions and special situations
  • Maintenance
  • Maintenance planning and scheduling
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Walk-by inspection
  • Kiln inspections and alignment
  • Lubrication
  • Safety at work
  • Major safety rules and common errors
  • Dealing with a hot meal
  • Refractory materials and installations
  • Refractory bricks and castables
  • Wear mechanisms
  • Installation of refractory materials
  • Instrumentation and automation
  • Leadership and soft skills
  • Cement plant visit

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