The is a foundational technical resource primarily associated with Otto Labahn and Bernhard Kohlhaas . Historically significant, it provides a comprehensive technical overview of the cement manufacturing process, from raw material extraction to the final grinding of clinker. Key Technical Focus Areas
: Deep dives into the dehydration of clay minerals, decomposition of carbonates, and sintering. Cement Engineers Handbook
The handbook serves as a guide for engineers to determine facts and relations for accurate predictions and plant designs. Its contents typically cover: decomposition of carbonates
: Guidance on machinery like front-acting reclaimers for stockpile removal and the mechanics of raw material handling. Cement Engineers Handbook