According to a recent news release published in GlobalCement.com, ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions and McInnis Cement have announced an agreement to build a cement plant with a production capacity of 6,000 tons per day in the Daniel-Gascons area of Quebec, Canada. This deal is valued at US $133 million. This modern plant is scheduled to be commissioned in 2016 and should be fully operational by the end of that year.
The cement industry worldwide is showing a turnaround, and is climbing out of its financial slump, with companies returning to profitability. Cement mills are returning to full production capacity, and companies are preparing expansion. The deal between ThyssenKrup and McInnis is another indication of this global trend.
While backers in Canada believe this is a positive development for the industry, not everyone is pleased with the expansion of production capacity of McInnis Cement. According to an article in The Globe and Mail, competitors Lafarge SA of Paris and Swiss-based Holcim, Ltd., which are merging, are opposed to this development. They are against the use of public money in Canada to subsidize cement production in Canada, that will undermine other cement producers in Canada and the East Coast markets of the USA.
The growth of the cement and construction industries is a sign of an improving global economy. In my view, building new cement plants to increase production capacity is not the only solution to meet growing demand for cement. Cement companies may be able to improve the output of existing cement mills and reduce the loss of productivity due to equipment wear and tear that occurs naturally from abrasion. Likewise, when building new facilities, companies can guarantee more return on their investment for the new equipment by taking proactive measures to protect their equipment.
HP Plate is a global partner to the cement industry that has provided such an anti-abrasion protection solution since 1994. This industry leader offers protection solutions involving welding overlay of wear plates (or hard facing), which have been proven to extend the life of cement rollers, chutes and other industrial equipment by many years, protecting the valuable capital investments of industries worldwide.
If cement industry leaders wish to find out how they can stay in the lead in the marketplace by reducing operational costs and maintaining peak productivity, they can visit this web page and fill out the information request form.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Glut of dangerous shale oil affects drop in global oil prices
With oil trading at $86 per barrel at the end of October, after a sharp slide in oil prices, consumers are celebrating, while many analysts and bankers are scratching their heads. The prices were predicted by Goldman Sachs to continue to fall to $70 a barrel in the second quarter of 2015. According to a Wall Street Journal Article the writer points to multiple reasons for this drop in prices.
First, oil production in the USA has grown steadily, but recently production has also increased in other volatile countries, such as Libya and Iraq, while demand in China has been weak. Saudi Arabia has indicated in recent weeks that it is comfortable with the lower prices, but OPEC members are scheduled to meet at the end of November to grapple with the collapse of the prices. Because of the increased production from US sources, any threats by OPEC to cut production may do very little to inflate world prices.
According to another article, the supply of oil produced by American gulf states is growing into a glut, and it set to increase even more when the controversial Keystone pipeline begins to transport 700,000 barrels per day to Port Arthur, Texas. Shale oil production from North Dakota and Texas has shown sharp growth in the past 5 years.
What's bad news for oil company execs is good news for consumers. However, the transport of shale oil and tar sands oil has been shown to be risky, with many high-profile leaks and spills. This makes me wonder if the thick bitumen mixture that is transported in the pipelines creates abrasion issues with the welds and interiors of the pipes. If so, wouldn't it be wise for the pipeline and oil companies to investigate abrasion-reducing solution? Perhaps welding overlays could be an option that could be explored, for the sake of protecting precious aquifers and fragile ecosystems.
HP Plate provides an anti-abrasion protection solution that has been perfected and available since 1994. Protection solutions involving welding overlay of wear plates (or hard facing) have been proven to extend the life of pipes and other industrial equipment by many years, protecting the valuable capital investments of industries worldwide.
If you wish to find out how much we can save on equipment maintenance costs, and how long we can extend the life of your equipment, please visit this web page and fill out our form.
First, oil production in the USA has grown steadily, but recently production has also increased in other volatile countries, such as Libya and Iraq, while demand in China has been weak. Saudi Arabia has indicated in recent weeks that it is comfortable with the lower prices, but OPEC members are scheduled to meet at the end of November to grapple with the collapse of the prices. Because of the increased production from US sources, any threats by OPEC to cut production may do very little to inflate world prices.
According to another article, the supply of oil produced by American gulf states is growing into a glut, and it set to increase even more when the controversial Keystone pipeline begins to transport 700,000 barrels per day to Port Arthur, Texas. Shale oil production from North Dakota and Texas has shown sharp growth in the past 5 years.
What's bad news for oil company execs is good news for consumers. However, the transport of shale oil and tar sands oil has been shown to be risky, with many high-profile leaks and spills. This makes me wonder if the thick bitumen mixture that is transported in the pipelines creates abrasion issues with the welds and interiors of the pipes. If so, wouldn't it be wise for the pipeline and oil companies to investigate abrasion-reducing solution? Perhaps welding overlays could be an option that could be explored, for the sake of protecting precious aquifers and fragile ecosystems.
HP Plate provides an anti-abrasion protection solution that has been perfected and available since 1994. Protection solutions involving welding overlay of wear plates (or hard facing) have been proven to extend the life of pipes and other industrial equipment by many years, protecting the valuable capital investments of industries worldwide.
If you wish to find out how much we can save on equipment maintenance costs, and how long we can extend the life of your equipment, please visit this web page and fill out our form.
Sunday, September 28, 2014
HP Plate releases new international web site
HP Plate is pleased to announce the release of its international web site. In order to provide relevant information to companies around the world in the cement, mining, power and steel industries, a more Western-friendly web site has been created. Please visit http://www.gethardfacing.com.
Monday, September 15, 2014
Financing of Mining Equipment
According to an article posted on September 4th, 2014 in the Mining Global web site, mining companies have many options to consider when deciding to purchase or lease mining equipment. Financing companies offer many favorable terms for mining companies, and I believe it is obviously in the banking industry's best interest to promote a reliable flow of raw materials for the manufacturing sector. The article goes on to mention the pros and cons of purchasing versus leasing, and the considerations of cash flow and tax advantages.
When leasing or purchasing equipment the writer, Robert Spence, warns about the risks. An important risk is that it may be extremely difficult to get out of a loan or a lease contract when the equipment breaks down. When determining the best course of action, and weighing in on the benefits of their decision, mining company decision-makers should consider the risks as well. Mining equipment protection should be a priority.
Fortunately, HP Plate provides an equipment protection solution that has been perfected and available since 1994. Protection solutions involving welding overlay of wear plates (or hard facing) have been proven to extend the life of mining equipment by many years, protecting the valuable capital investments of mining company operators worldwide.
If you wish to find out how much we can save your mining company on equipment maintenance costs, and how long we can extend the life of your equipment, please visit this web page and fill out our form.
When leasing or purchasing equipment the writer, Robert Spence, warns about the risks. An important risk is that it may be extremely difficult to get out of a loan or a lease contract when the equipment breaks down. When determining the best course of action, and weighing in on the benefits of their decision, mining company decision-makers should consider the risks as well. Mining equipment protection should be a priority.
Fortunately, HP Plate provides an equipment protection solution that has been perfected and available since 1994. Protection solutions involving welding overlay of wear plates (or hard facing) have been proven to extend the life of mining equipment by many years, protecting the valuable capital investments of mining company operators worldwide.
If you wish to find out how much we can save your mining company on equipment maintenance costs, and how long we can extend the life of your equipment, please visit this web page and fill out our form.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Purpose of the blog
The purpose of this blog is to provide news, information and commentary on the wear plate and hardfacing industries, provided by Henry Liao, International Sales Director of HP Plate. Please check back soon for information on the latest about arc welding overlay technology, which can provide BIG savings for your company, especially if you work in the cement, mining, coal power or steel industries.
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