Author: CemenTürk Dergisi

As energy efficiency and environmental sustainability take on a critical role in the transformation of industry, Medcem Cement Group continues to take strategic steps in this transition. The company has commissioned a 10 MWh-capacity Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) plant that converts waste heat generated during the cement production process into electricity. In this system, cyclopentane, known for its high efficiency, is used as the working fluid. The ORC plant, an important investment in sustainability for the cement industry, transforms high temperature but low-pressure waste gases into electricity with maximum efficiency through the use of cyclopentane. With its low boiling point…

The 21st edition of the BETONART Architecture Summer School, organized by TÜRKÇİMENTO since 2002, was hosted this year by the Faculty of Architecture at Gaziantep University. The program, held between June 30 and July 9, brought together architecture students from various universities across Türkiye. This year’s summer school was realized with the main sponsorship of Çimko Cement and material support from Polisan Construction Chemicals. A total of 16 students participated in the program, gaining the opportunity to explore concrete as a material through both theoretical and hands-on experiences. The program, which included workshops, field applications, and an exhibition, enabled students…

A joint venture of Sabancı Holding and Heidelberg Materials, Akçansa has made a groundbreaking move in the building materials industry by publishing its 2024 Integrated Annual Report in an accessible digital format. Compliant with the Türkiye Sustainability Reporting Standards (TSRS), this report also stands out as the first Barrier-Free Integrated Annual Report ever published in Türkiye. Aligned with international frameworks such as the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and TSRS, the report is based on nearly 500 verified sustainability indicators and was designed to ensure equal access to information…

Barselona’daki Cementos Molins S.A., çimento üretiminde çevreci ve ekonomik bir yol izleyerek alternatif yakıtlar (AFR) kullanıyor. Bu yakıtlar; plastik, kâğıt, tekstil, hurda lastikler gibi atıklardan oluşuyor ve kömür kadar yüksek kalorifik değere sahip. Ancak bu atıklar ön işlem görmeden kullanılamaz: Özellikle Tetrapak gibi ambalajlarda bulunan alüminyum metal parçacıkları, ölçüm cihazlarında parazit sinyallere neden olabiliyor. Challenging Silo Conditions: • A continuously operating blade mixer is in use. • Approximately 1 ton of waste material is discharged every hour. • Dense dust clouds, constant vibration, and the sticky nature of the material make level measurement extremely difficult. • Older 26 GHz…

Martin Engineering Martin, the leading global innovator of conveyor technologies, provides replacement tips that are professionally installed, correctly sized, and tailored to specific applications—delivering optimal cleaning performance and service life to help customers minimize costs. Manufactured in-house for the highest quality assurance, Martin’s replacement blades are made with specially formulated, color-coded urethane to suit virtually any application. The blades have up to 53% more urethane in the wearable area than competitive designs, extending equipment life and durability. To achieve consistent cleaning throughout all stages of blade life, Martin’s patented Constant Angle Radial Pressure (CARP) technology incorporates a specially engineered curved…

Bilge Zorluteke – Co-Founder Arden Enerji Egemen Kutlu – Co-Founder Arden Enerji In today’s industrial dynamics, energy management and sustainability stand out as critical factors directly affecting the competitiveness of enterprises. In this context, Arden Enerji, specialized in electrical power systems, automation technologies, and renewable energy, attracts attention with engineering solutions and advanced technology applications that make a difference in the sector. From modernization of energy infrastructure to digital transformation processes; from energy efficiency to carbon footprint reduction, the broad range of so lutions offered by Arden Enerji reveal the company’s sectoral vision and long-term goals. By co mbining…

Emrah Bektaş Senior Sales Manager – Middle East, Africa & Sales Steering Business Development & Sales /  thyssenkrupp Polysius GmbH thyssenkrupp Polysius stands out as a leading player driving gl obal transformation in the cement industry, focusing on sustainability and digitalization. Offering a broad range of innovative solutions—from carbon-neutral production technologies to AI-supported operations—the company strategically addresses not only today’s but also tomorrow’s industrial needs. The advanced technologies it develops in critical areas such as energy efficiency, digitalization, and resource optimization elevate the industry’s environmental standards while providing businesses with sustainable and long-term competitive advantages. thyssenkrupp Polysius’ strong and…

Nurhan Gürel CemenTürk Editor-in-Chief Introduction Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) production is a major source of CO₂ emissions, releasing on the order of 800 kg of CO₂ per ton of cement produced. In the push for more sustainable construction materials, magnesium-based binders have garnered attention as promising low-carbon alternatives to OPC. These binders utilize magnesium compounds (typically magnesium oxide, MgO) to form cementitious materials and include formulations such as magnesium phosphate cements (MPCs), magnesium oxychloride cement (MOC, also known as Sorel cement), magnesium oxysulfate cement (MOS), and novel carbonated MgO systems. Magnesium-based binders offer unique benefits: many can harden…

FLSmidth signs agreement to divest its cement business to become a pure-play supplier of technology and services to the mining industry. FLSmidth has announced that it has entered into an agreement to divest its Cement business to Pacific Avenue Capital Partners. This strategic move marks the company’s transformation into a dedicated technology and service provider for the mining industry. The deal includes an initial consideration of EUR 75 million, with conditional deferred cash consideration of up to EUR 75 million. In line with its “pure-play” strategy, announced in early 2023, FLSmidth has restructured and streamlined its Mining and Cement divisions…

Henning Sasse CEO – Norm OJSC As a leading company in the South Caucasus, Norm shapes its operations based on the principles of reliability, transparency, and sustainability, while adopting innovative and environmentally friendly approaches that set an example in the industry. The company creates a competitive advantage not only through its high-quality product portfolio but also with its pioneering practices in digital transformation and carbon management. Placing sustainable development goals at the core of its business model, Norm aims to grow in regional exports, new product development, and digitalization, focused on creating a lasting impact on the sector through compliance…