Refractory Issues

Most refractory issues can be prevented through expert design consultation, proper material selection and stringent quality control during refractory installation, curing and start-up. At REBL, we know this because we have been called in to visit many plants and refineries to inspect refractory problems and find solutions.

The following is a sample of some of the refractory problems we’ve helped solve:


Excessive Shrinkage

Cause:

exposure to excessive temperatures

Thermal Mechanical Spalling

Cause:

excessive thermal expansion at refractory hot face results in pinch spalling at refractory joints

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