Trial for commercialisation of DSG starts in China

A trial for the commercialisation of dry slag granulation (DSG) is being carried out in China. The DSG converts blast furnace waste into an ingredient for cement is a new technology developed in Australia, and is the focus of a partnership formed between the Australia-based chief science body Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation and Beijing MCC Equipment Research & Design to help reduce the use of water and greenhouse gas emissions. The DSG will generate a glassy substance that is sa

March 17, 2015 Read time: 1 min

A trial for the commercialisation of dry slag granulation (DSG) is being carried out in China.

The DSG converts blast furnace waste into an ingredient for cement is a new technology developed in Australia, and is the focus of a partnership formed between the Australia-based chief science body Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation and Beijing MCC Equipment Research & Design to help reduce the use of water and greenhouse gas emissions.

The DSG will generate a glassy substance that is said to be ideal for cement production, and which is said to have significantly lower associated greenhouse gas emissions compared to cement produced in traditional ways.

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LKAB Minerals to complete acquisition of Francis Flower on 3 December

LKAB Minerals, an international industrial minerals group, says it is looking to complete its acquisition of Francis Flower on 3 December, after the planned acquisition announced on 10 October received clearance from the Austrian Competition Authority.

“This is a positive and exciting step towards strengthening the two companies. We are looking forward to welcoming Francis Flower into LKAB in the coming weeks,” said Darren Wilson, CEO Europe for LKAB Minerals.

Francis Flower has been in operation sinc

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Quarry industry works to reduce climate impact

Carbon footprint is more than just the latest 'in' business phrase, reducing carbon emissions is something contractors and clients are serious about achieving. Claire Symes looks at how the quarrying industry is helping. Greenhouse gas emissions created by the global construction sector are set to double over the next 20 years at current growth rates, according to the latest report from the United Nations. The report claims that if emissions remain unchecked as construction markets in Asia, Middle East and