Oil & Gas
Oil and gas operations involve high-temperature and chemically aggressive environments across extraction, processing, transport, and refining infrastructure. Refractory materials are used to protect equipment, control heat loss, and maintain structural integrity in systems exposed to flame impingement, hot gases, erosion, and corrosive process conditions.
Refractory Applications in Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Operations
In upstream operations, refractories line flares, thermal oxidisers, incinerators, and gas processing units, where resistance to thermal shock, direct flame exposure, and sulphur-bearing gases is required.
Midstream infrastructure uses refractory linings in fired heaters and treatment systems for gas conditioning and separation, demanding dimensional stability and insulation performance under continuous operation.
Downstream oil and gas operations rely on refractories in fired heaters, process furnaces, and boilers, where linings must withstand sustained high heat flux, thermal cycling, and corrosive atmospheres while protecting steel structures.
Refractory Performance in Oil and Gas Processing
Refractories used in oil and gas facilities must resist high temperatures, rapid thermal cycling, chemical corrosion, and mechanical stress. Correct material selection and installation are essential to prevent hot spots, minimise heat loss, and maintain equipment reliability during continuous service.