Saint-Gobain provides outstanding refractory solutions for thermal treatment in the WTE market. Our tube protection systems are unrivaled protecting tube walls even under demanding conditions. Our oxidation resistant & high thermal conductivity materials, based on silicon carbide (SiC), have various formulations to meet your customized thermal and chemical requirements.

Waste to Energy Solutions with Silicon Carbide

Reliable Refractory Materials for High-Performance Energy Recovery

Waste-to-energy systems operate under constant thermal, chemical, and mechanical stress, requiring materials that can endure extreme conditions. To meet these challenges, we develop silicon carbide (SiC) solutions tailored for high-performance in demanding environments. Our portfolio of bricks, tiles, refractory blocks, and tube wall protection systems delivers a balance of thermal conductivity and structural strength to support combustion stability, improve energy recovery, and safeguard critical infrastructure.

Each solution is precisely designed to fit both new installations and retrofit projects. Supported by expert technical guidance, our SiC technologies help reduce maintenance needs, extend service life, and maintain high performance even in the most demanding operating environments.

Waste to Energy Incinerator
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1 Charge zone

Refrax® PLUS brick: Patented premium product for demanding applications, with high wear resistance.

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2 Inlet roof

Refrax® ProGun 80 / ProGun 70: SiC-based gunning cements delivering superior wear resistance for critical furnace repairs.
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Refrax® ProPlast 80 / ProPlast 70: Ready-to-use SiC plastic mass for fast, reliable patch repairs without tools.
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T-Clip® PRO System: SiC-based tube protection system delivering fast installation and long-lasting resistance in WtE boilers.
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3 Combustion area

Refrax® Plus or Refrax® TOP: High-performance nitride‑bonded SiC materials engineered for durability in harsh WtE environments.
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T-Clip® PRO System: SiC-based tube protection system delivering fast installation and long-lasting resistance in WtE boilers.
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4 Grate lining

Special bricks in Refrax® PLUS or Refrax® TOP: High-performance nitride‑bonded SiC materials engineered for durability in harsh environments.

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5 Burner outlet

Alumina ramming

ALFRAX® AFR 700 SiC ramming: Engineered ceramics for precise thermal processing in high-temperature kilns and furnaces.
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Refrax® ProRam 80 / ProRam 70: SiC-based ramming mass delivering strong adhesion and reliable protection in harsh WtE environments.
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6 1st pass

Refrax® Plus or Refrax® TOP: High-performance nitride‑bonded SiC materials engineered for durability in harsh WtE environments.
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T-Clip® PRO System: SiC-based tube protection system delivering fast installation and long-lasting resistance in WtE boilers.
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7 Superheater

Special tube shields in Super Cast Refrax®: Nitride-bonded SiC refractory combining high strength, durability, and thermal shock resistance for demanding applications.
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Super Refrax® 20: Nitride-bonded SiC materials delivering long-lasting performance in harsh WtE environments.

Carbofrax® 3445AT mortar: High-strength SiC mortar ensuring optimal heat transfer.

8 Header / collector

Refrax® ProGun 80: SiC-based gunning cements delivering superior wear resistance for critical furnace repairs.
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Refrax® ProPlast 80 / ProPlast 70: Ready-to-use SiC plastic mass for fast, reliable patch repairs without tools.
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9 Ash hopper

ALFRAX® CK abrasion resistant trowel mix: Engineered ceramics for precise thermal processing in high-temperature kilns and furnaces.
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Refrax® ProCast 70: SiC-based castables delivering flexible, durable lining solutions for harsh WtE environments.
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    EFFICIENT REFRACTORY SOLUTIONS FOR THE THERMAL TREATMENT OF WASTE

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