Refractory Materials Course
Gain expertise in refractory materials for high-temperature applications. Master furnace lining design, material selection based on thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties, failure analysis, inspection, maintenance, and practical calculations to enhance reliability, reduce energy loss, and prolong lining lifespan in furnaces operating up to 1300°C.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
Acquire hands-on skills in designing and assessing furnace linings for 1300°C operations. Cover layer configurations, thickness optimization, installation techniques, essential thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties, zone-specific materials, common failure mechanisms, inspection protocols, maintenance strategies, and basic computations to evaluate datasheets and recommend robust, energy-saving solutions.
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Develop skills
- Furnace lining design: determine layer sizes, select thicknesses, and justify choices.
- Refractory selection: match bricks, castables, and fibers to specific furnace zones.
- Thermal analysis: calculate heat loss, temperature gradients, and hot-face temperatures.
- Failure diagnosis: identify spalling, wear, chemical attack, and respond promptly.
- Datasheet interpretation: analyze refractory properties and support material selections.
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