Objectives:

1- Understand Refractory Technology:

Gain a thorough understanding of refractory materials and their properties.

Learn about different types of refractory materials and their applications.

2- Design and Installation:

Learn the principles of refractory design and how to select appropriate materials for different applications.

Understand the installation techniques for various types of refractory systems.

3- Inspection and Quality Control:

Acquire skills in inspecting refractory installations to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Learn about quality control measures and best practices for maintaining refractory systems.

4- Troubleshooting and Maintenance:

Develop the ability to identify and troubleshoot common issues in refractory systems.

Understand maintenance practices to prolong the life of refractory materials.

5- Compliance with API Standards:

Learn the requirements of API 936 and other relevant industry standards.

Understand how to apply these standards in real-world scenarios. 

Course Outline: 

What are refractories.

Technical terms and definitions.

API936 overview.

Various refractory materials.

Desirable properties of refractory materials.

Laboratory testing procedures.

Test methods and related calculations.

Material qualification.

Testing equipment, sample preparation techniques, test specimens.

Refractory installation methods (e.g., gunning, casting, ramming, and handpicking).

Sampling and sample preparation procedures.

Procedures for determining optimal water content and mixing.

Environmental factors(minimum and maximum temperatures).

Surface preparation and cleanliness requirements.

Anchor: welding, layouts, patterns, materials.

Frequency and methods of production sampling: gunning, casting, hand packing.

Water addition: quantity and temperature, mixing procedures..

Guide procedures and equipment.

Castingproceduresandequipment(e.g.,airvibrator,vibrator frequency,vibratorsizing,forming,setup).

Ramming/hand packed procedures and equipment.

Visualandnondestructivetestmethodsandqualificationtes tingmethods.

Application/limitation for various inspection techniques.

Curing and dry out procedures.

Placement of temperature sensing probes.

Recommended heat-up and cool down schedules.

Lining integrity inspection techniques.