Most refractory "solutions" are based on trial-and-error, rules-of-thumb or refractory mythology.  This is because few people understand the non-linear properties of the refractory, the thermo-chemical (corrosion) reactions of the refractory/anchor with the process environment and the thermo-mechanical interactions of the refractory and steel shell.  Most refractory failures are a result of a complex combination of multiple variables.

My unique background as a Ceramic Engineer with experience in refractory product research and development, refractory inspection services, refractory product sales and marketing, refractory installation, refractory engineering and refractory construction provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of "refractory" and solutions necessary to achieve Value, Quality and Reliability.

I have researched the combination of thermo-mechanical, thermo-chemical and thermal cycles effects on the micro and marco structure of refractory.  As a result I have some unique insights into refractory performance and use it as a useful tool to predict and analyze failures and then incorporate the findings into the final design.