An intensive professional development training course on
Refractories:
Applications, Inspection
and Maintenance
Why Choose this Training Course?
Refractories are considered the critical factor for successful and reliable operation of many high-temperature industrial processes. They are often a major cost item both in general maintenance and also in terms of unscheduled downtime of production units arising from premature material failure. There is a continuous need for technical professionals involved in operation of these processes to be well informed about new technologies related to the refractory material and their physical and technical characteristics.
This Refractories: Applications, Inspection and Maintenance training course is designed to provide a detailed discussion of refractory technology as related to high-temperature requirements for different industries. The training course will be focused on the practical aspects of refractory evaluation, selection, installation, maintenance and repair techniques in a number of industrial applications. The Refractories: Applications, Inspection and Maintenance training course will include several workshops with real-world case studies, and practical examples that will involve team work of all participants.
This AZTech online training course will feature:
- Design characteristics of refractories: Thermal, Mechanical and Chemical
- Methods of testing refractories
- Efficient installation of refractories for various applications
- Root cause analysis of failures encountered in operation
- Guidelines for inspection, maintenance and repair of refractories
What are the Goals?
By the end of this online training course, participants will be able to:
- Explain characteristics of different types of industrial refractories
- Better understand refractory properties: mechanical, thermal and chemical
- Implement most appropriate installation techniques
- Understand issues related to their quality and reliability
- Analyze results of inspection and testing
Who is this Training Course for?
This AZTech online training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Professionals involved in refractory application
- Professionals involved in refractory production
- Refractory Engineers
- Refractory Supervisors
- Maintenance Engineers
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This AZTech online training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The course will be conducted along the workshop principles, with formal lectures, case studies and interactive worked examples. Real world case studies and practical exercises will be provided to illustrate the main learning points presented. There will be ample opportunities for discussion and sharing experience.
The Course Content
Day One: Overview of Refractories
- Refractories and Their Role in Modern Industry
- Categories of Refractories
- Refractory Standards Developed By ASTM
- Refractories Based on Chemical Composition (Basic, High Alumina, Silica)
- Refractories Based on Physical Form (Bricks and Shapes)
- Refractories Based on Manufacturing Technologies
Day Two: Manufacturing Technologies
- Significance of Raw Material Selection
- Manufacturing Process of Pre-Formed Refractories (Bricks and Shapes)
- Manufacturing of Unformed Monolithics (Castables, Mixes, Plastics, Grains)
- Safety Issues during Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance in Manufacturing
- Environmental Considerations
Day Three: Technical Properties of Refractories
- Design Properties: Thermal (Refractoriness) Mechanical (Strength, Spalling)
- Characteristics of Working Refractories: (Max. Service Temperature, Temperature Shock)
- Thermal Stability of Refractory Structures (Creep and Thermal Expansion)
- Corrosion Resistance to Hot Liquids, Hot Gases, Melted Metals
- Wear & Attack Mechanisms of Refractory Materials
- Qualifications for Working Refractory Structures
Day Four: Testing and Installation
- Testing of Refractories: Physical, Chemical, Thermomechanical
- Guidelines for PCE, RUL and other Tests
- Analysis of Test Results: Crushing Strength and thermal Stress
- Installation Technique for Preformed Bricks with Mortar
- Installation Techniques for Monolithics: Castables, Gunning, Ramming, Spray Cast)
- Workshop: Case Study and Problem Solutions
Day Five: Inspection, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Repair
- Inspection of Refractories During Installation and in Operation
- Preventive Maintenance Checklist
- Problems in Operation: Typical Failures and Root Causes
- Troubleshooting Methods
- Common Repair Techniques
- Safety and Health Hazards
- Workshop: Case Study and Problem Solutions
The Certificate
- An AZTech e-Certificate for delegates who attend and complete the online training course
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