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Refractories Training
With extensive experience in the field of refractories, from failure investigations to product and process performance optimization, we deliver refractories training courses to companies worldwide to a varied range of industries including: glass, cement, refractories, petrochemical, iron & steel, lime and incinerator sectors.
The scheduled refractories training modules will take place at our Staffordshire headquarters; however the courses can always be customized and/or given on-site to meet individual business requirements.
Whether you are looking to refresh and update your understanding of refractories, have no prior or a basic knowledge, the modules are also highly beneficial to the more experienced whatever your business function.
The modules are suitable for designers, installers, process leaders, production and manufacturing operatives, maintenance teams, purchasing teams, material scientists or chemical and process engineers, project managers, R&D, quality and laboratory technicians, technical teams, refractory and equipment manufacturers, installers, suppliers, distributors and contractors.
Designed to be interactive, with the use of case studies, our tutor will draw upon his knowledge, skills and experience to provide attendees with the theory behind manufacturing processes. This will include design, materials and testing that can be applied to the everyday challenges faced by industry.
Places are limited to 12 people per module.
Refractories Training Schedule 2023
| Date | Module Name | Module No. |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 18 April | Refractory Materials and Application Areas | R1 |
| Wednesday 19 April | Understanding Refractory Properties & Links to Performance | R2 |
| Thursday 20 April | Troubleshooting | R3 |
| Tuesday 23 May | Refractory Design 101 | R4 |
| Wednesday 24 May | QC During Refractory Installation | R5 |
| Tuesday 17 October | Refractory Materials and Application Areas | R1 |
| Wednesday 18 October | Understanding Refractory Properties & Links to Performance | R2 |
Course Materials
Course notes/workbooks are provided for each module/course. Attendees will also have the opportunity to discuss any technical challenges they may currently be facing.
Course Tutor
Find out about the course tutor below.
Jan Theron - Refractories Specialist
Expertise in: Refractory maintenance management, failure analysis, design evaluation, the use of finite element analysis/modelling (FEA/FEM), and training inspectors, commercial personnel and plant managers.
Each module will run from 9:00am - 4:00pm (approximately).
To find out more about the training courses, please contact Caroline Mullington, Technology Partnership Manager: +44 (0)1782 764422 or caroline.mullington@lucideon.com
Register Your Interest
You can register your interest for open module(s) or a customized on-site course by completing the form below.
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