Refractory Engineering: Selection, Installation & Testing

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

- Classify refractory families by chemistry, form, and manufacturing route for specific services.
- Explain key properties (thermal, mechanical, chemical) and their impact on performance.
- Select fit-for-purpose materials and designs for furnaces, kilns, heaters, and boilers.
- Apply ASTM-aligned testing (physical/chemical/thermomechanical) and interpret results.
- Specify and oversee correct installation techniques for bricks and monolithics.
- Plan controlled drying/curing/heating to avoid steam spalling and cracks.
- Inspect linings in install and operation; detect early deterioration and defects.
- Perform structured failure analysis (RCA) to address root causes and improve reliability.
- Develop inspection/maintenance checklists and repair strategies that reduce downtime.