Jindal Refractories is on a mission to provide robust and quality fire/refractory bricks across the nation and beyond. With years of experience and unwavering dedication, we strive to become one of the most reliable fire brick manufacturers in India.
We are known for manufacturing fire brick products across India and the global market. Our world-class fire bricks meet and exceed our client’s expectations, ensuring their satisfaction and trust in us. While maintaining our reputation as the leading fire bricks manufacturer, we make sure that all of our products are offered at the best price possible, without compromising on the quality.
Manufacturing of Fire or Refractory Bricks
During the refractory bricks composition, there are specific materials and their proportions are involved to give it a robust structure. Usually, the fire bricks are produced using refractory clay, Alumina (Al2O3), Silica (SiO2), Magnesia (MgO), Calcium Oxide (CaO), and other minerals as per requirements.
The process of making bricks starts with excavating raw materials, which are then ground into powder and mixed with water to form a slurry or plastic clay. The mixture is then shaped using molding or extrusion. After the mixture takes on the proper shape and turns into fine bricks, the drying process begins. The bricks are left at atmospheric temperature for 2 to 3 days to remove moisture. Following this, the bricks are placed inside kilns and fired at a temperature exceeding 1000 degrees Celsius (or 1832 degrees Fahrenheit). This firing process is done to increase the strength of each brick and make it heat resistant.
The bricks are stored to cool down, followed by a thorough inspection to ensure quality, durability, and performance standards are met. Once the inspection is completed, the bricks are packaged and distributed.
Just like other refractory bricks manufacturers in India, we manufacture a variety of fire bricks that can be used for various functions. The types of fire bricks are-
- PSPF Blocks
- Hanger and Shoulder
- Dura Blocks
- Burner Block
- T Bricks
- Half Round Bricks
- Cupola Brick
Common Bricks vs. Fire Bricks
Common bricks are also referred to as red bricks or building bricks, these types of bricks are common just as the name says. These are mostly used in the construction of residential and corporate buildings. If you come to see a wall or brick facade in houses or commercial buildings, they are most probably made of common bricks.
Common bricks are mostly made up of clay, sand, lime, concrete, and fly ash. Since these bricks are designed in a way to bear normal environmental conditions, they can not withstand high temperatures. In higher temperatures, these bricks might crumble and crack, leading to unfortunate incidents.
Conversely, fire bricks which are also referred to as fireclay or heat-resistant bricks, are specifically engineered for multiple industrial purposes. The primary function of fireclay bricks is to endure intense temperature rises i.e. in fireplaces and stove environments.
Fire bricks are highly heat resistant and can withstand very extreme temperatures. These bricks have low thermal conductivity so they are a good insulator, preventing heat transfer, and have fewer free electrons, a good choice for maximum energy efficiency.
- High heat resistance in nature [can bear temp. exceeding 1,800°F (1,000°C)]
- Thermal stability and low thermal conductivity
- Resistance to chemical reaction and corrosion
- Low porosity and high durability
- Load bearing capabilities
- Thermal shock resistance
- Can be available in various shapes and sizes
- Industrial Furnaces and Kilns
- Petrochemical Industry
- Fireplaces and Wood-Fired Ovens
- Cement and Lime Kilns
- Boilers and Incinerators
- Foundries
- Electric Arc Furnaces