The impact of exposure to different sizes of particulate matter (PM1, PM2.5, PM7, and PM10) was evaluated in Babylon concrete plant workers who had been exposed to concrete dust for at least 10 years.
DetailsSome inhaled dusts can become trapped in the mucus that lines the respiratory tract. This mucus tends to be either spat out or swallowed. Inhaled dusts can get into the digestive tract, where they can cause local effects such as gastrointestinal tract irritation. Alternatively, it can affect other organs and tissues via the bloodstream (e.g. lead).
DetailsThis paper reviews the impact of cement industry towards the global environment and solutions to the. problem. The increasing harvesting of raw materials for mounting cement manufacturing causes ...
DetailsIt was concluded that the cement dust had a significant effect on the plant growth. A. indica was found to be less affected by cement dust pollution, while C. carandas was found to be highly affected.
DetailsWe utilized CiteSpace (Chen, 2006) to analyze the exposure and health impacts of construction dust in the above-mentioned studies.The country collaboration analysis and keyword co-occurrence analysis were implemented as shown in Fig. 2.The network of collaborating countries consists of 18 nodes and 10 links (Fig. 2 A).The USA …
DetailsPM 10. These large quantities of construction dust from cement, concrete, silica and wood are collectively classified as PM 10.PM 10 is particle matter less than or equal to 10 micrometres in diameter that is invisible to the naked eye. The diesel engine exhausts of plant and other vehicles is also a large contributor to PM 10 emitted …
DetailsAbstract and Figures. The introduction of alkaline process dusts from the cement industry into various glass production processes was investigated on pre-industrial scales. Particular benefits ...
DetailsThe study was performed in a cement factory based in the United Arab Emirates to assess cement dust exposure and its relationship to respiratory symptoms among workers. Result confirmed that prevalence of respiratory symptoms was higher among the exposed workers, but the difference from that of unexposed workers was …
DetailsIn this novel study, the effects of cement production have been studied using life cycle assessment tool. System boundary for Portland cement production 1.4. Eco-indicator 99 Eco-Indicator 99 uses ...
DetailsCement production contributes significantly to anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), a major contributor to global carbon emissions. The environmental impacts of cement production have grown in recent years and it is urgent to reduce its carbon footprint. Systems dynamics (SD) is a simulation method used to understand the …
DetailsDust is an unnecessary evil for most worksites. Once in the air, it creates an unhealthy work environment and can reduce worksite productivity and safety. Basic construction processes such as cutting, drilling, grinding and breaking are the main causes of dust. Cutting concrete, for example, can produce up to 15 kilograms of dust in one hour.
DetailsMeasures to reduce dust creation include: Watering: Misting or watering areas will dampen down dust created by both dry weather conditions and construction processes, to reduce dust creation. Any watering should be carefully managed and maintained, so that the volume and timing of water used is correct and water run-off does …
Details1) Dust is a common problem when working with a new kind of material, in our case, drywall. To minimize the amount of dust in your basement, always spray water on the drywall before using a sander or drill. This can reduce the amount of dust that will fly into your face and lungs by up to 85%! 2) Another common dust-producing tool is a grinder.
DetailsISSN 3244. -. 5621. Impact factor: 7.91. ASSESSMENT OF CEMENT FACTORY IMPACT S IN OBAJANA, KOGI. STATE, NIGERIA. 1 Umar Tauheed Ibrahim, Ph.D, 2 Onoh, Felix Emenike, Ph.D and 3Onyia Chukwuebuka I ...
Details2Department of Mechanical Engineering & Science, Univ. of Johannesburg, APK, South Africa. emetere@yahoo. Abstract. The paper presents the challenge in the pollution in cement factories. The ...
DetailsThere's never been a more important time to build resilience into the core of the cement value chain: the cement plant. The cement industry is being hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, with global demand for cement expected to decline by 7 to 8 percent in 2020—though these declines have been unevenly distributed across regions. 1 Paul …
Detailsunderstanding that the most damaging health effects are caused by respirable dusts. Taking action to reduce emissions from these dust sources can reduce the potential for chronic health impacts from respirable dust exposures. . Inadequate Housekeeping . can take on many forms and has an impact anywhere that accumulated material
DetailsIn this novel study, the effects of cement production have been studied using life cycle assessment tool. System boundary for Portland cement production 1.4. Eco-indicator 99 Eco-Indicator 99 uses ...
DetailsHere are some best practices for dust management. 1. Capture the Dust at Its Source. Any effective dust control program should capture as much dust as possible and capture it at the source. This generally involves moving airborne dust particles into a hood or machine connection point, through a duct system, and then to the dust collector.
DetailsA clear example of the benefits of air quality monitoring in the surroundings of cement plants is the project developed by Kunak at the CEMEX plant in Monterrey (Mexico). Cement production represents approximately 7% of global CO 2 emissions, which highlights the need to find ways to reduce its environmental impact to promote more …
DetailsThe cement production of China is the main driving force of the increasing of global cement production [16], [17], the cement production of China increases by more than 5 times (from 400 million to 2.45 billion), and it is a period of extraordinary change on the technology and equipment of cement industry [6], [18].Why China's cement production …
DetailsThis maximizes hardness and density to resist dusting. Keep the concrete moist for five to seven days. Apply a curing and sealing agent after finishing. This prevents moisture loss while hardening the surface. Consider adding polypropylene fibers. Fibers reduce surface cracks, allowing for dusting.
Details1. Introduction. The worldwide community, especially the people in developing countries, is facing increasing risks of respiratory diseases due to production of smoke and dust in different occupational and industrial sectors [1,2].The health risks posed by inhaled dust particles are influenced by the duration of exposure and the biological …
DetailsBag filters play a vital role in multiple stages of cement production, including grinding, calcining, and clinker grinding. They help to improve the quality of the cement by removing impurities, and they also help to reduce emissions of dust and other pollutants into the environment. 3. Dense Phase Pneumatic Conveying System for Cement Industry
DetailsThe Portland Cement Association has created a "roadmap to carbon neutrality" to reduce the more than 1.25 percent of U.S. carbon dioxide emissions from concrete manufacturing. Concrete is one of the most used man-made materials in the world, with a majority of it comprising Portland cement mixed with other cementitious …
DetailsThe construction ecosystem accounts for about 25 percent of global greenhouse-gas emissions (GHG). Concrete—specifically, the cement from which it is made—is the largest contributor, accounting for 4.5 percent of global GHG emissions and 7.0 percent of CO₂ emissions in 2019. 1 Decarbonizing the cement and concrete …
DetailsBhatty found that the use of slag may reduce the workability of the cement, but when CKD was added, the strength increased due to the activation of the slag by the alkalies. ... In the early 1900s, cement plant employees began disposing of waste at the company's on-site landfill. This practice continued until the mid-1980s when ...
DetailsWhat you should know. Regularly breathing construction dust can cause diseases like lung cancer, asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and silicosis.Construction workers have a high risk of developing these diseases because many common construction tasks can create high dust levels.. These diseases cause …
Detailsthe production of asphalt mixtures: (i) lime, hydrated lime, or portland cement and (ii) fine parti-cles retained in the separation units of a mixing plant (known as back/back-house filler) or those
Detailsexcavation is carried out. Best management practices would be used to minimize these impacts (e.g., silt fencing, street sweeping, straw bales, etc.). The trenchless technologies mentioned above would also reduce these impacts. Service Strategy 1 Treatment Facilities SS1 involves completion of the West Plant to a capacity of 159 mgd and ...
DetailsThe impact of cement wastes on plant nutrient balance is a multifaceted issue with repercussions for ecosystem health. This disturbance in nutrient dynamics can lead to imbalances in essential elements like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, crucial for plant growth and development (Khan et al. 2023). Furthermore, the alkaline nature of ...
DetailsThe aim of this paper is to illuminate the impacts of cement production emissions on the environment. Various research work has shown that countries in sub-Saharan Africa, suffer the most from environmental pollution especially air pollution. One of such contributing factors is the behavioural pattern of workers and traders living close to …
DetailsThe concrete industry is a major carbon emitter and polluter, with severe human health impacts. But circular solutions, including electrifying cement plants, making low-carbon cement, and bio ...
DetailsCement Conservation to Reduce Environmental Impact of Concrete The conservation of cement is the first and most important step in decreasing both energy utilization and greenhouse gas emission. Resource productivity consideration stipulates the deduction of the utilization of Portland cement while meeting the future demands for more concrete.
DetailsThe interdependence of the various parameters which influence the explosion pressure is described by the equation of state for ideal gases: P = n R T V where P is the pressure, V the volume, R the universal gas constant, n the number of moles of gas and T is the temperature. Other factors being equal, the increase of T due to the heat developed …
DetailsSustainability risk: 'The cement industry is associated with significant negative externalities, notably high CO 2 emissions - By 2030 LH aims to reduce net CO 2 /tonne of cement by 40% compared to 1990 levels, and advocates a carbon price, while increasingly aiming the business towards sustainable products and solutions; Political risk: Due ...
DetailsThe main objective of this research work is to assess the impact of dusts particles emitted from cement industry on the physico-chemical properties and elemental compositions of the soils around cement factory in vicinity of cement factory in Obajana in Kogi state of Nigeria MATERIAL AND METHOD Soil Sampling About thirty sampling points ...
Detailsreveals an operational status in the plant an hour go allows only for reactive control. By making effective use of real-time data, manufacturers can control and drive down variability across the plant (see figure 5). Minimize variability, optimize production Use real-time data to drive the process Figure 5: Real-time analysis impact on variability
Details25. Pollution Control Equipment. Cement industries are a major source of air pollution. Air pollution occurs mainly through dust. A few other pollutants include oxides of N (NOx) and SO 2, which ...
DetailsPE series jaw crusher is usually used as primary crusher in quarry production lines, mineral ore crushing plants and powder making plants.
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