NORSHAPE™ Pre-Shaped Refractories

Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories manufactures and supplies a range of pre-shaped and pre-fired products including launders, channels, filter boxes for use in aluminium foundries and other designs based on customer requests.

Consistent product quality, simple installation and reduced downtime makes these products a preferred solution for cost-sensitive production lines.

In the aluminum industry, Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories’ premium partner COREF leverages the latest production technology to provide optimal finished quality and product performance.

Precast shapes made using the CORSIL/SILISOL® product line are employed by the world’s largest aluminum producers, who have confirmed their benefits – especially in terms of consistent quality and shape variability.

Key Benefits

  • Quicker installation
  • Reduced heat up and downtime
  • Higher performance due to more homogeneous precast samples

Specifications

Inductor
Equipment Area Name Metal Chemical Analysis
Iron (I), Steel (S), Copper/Brass (CB), Zinc (Zn), Aluminum (AL) Al2O3 (%) SiO2 (%) Si3N4 SiC (%)
Inductor Working Lining Inductor Loop Al/CB     25 70
Pouring Furnace
Equipment Area Name Metal Chemical Analysis
Iron (I), Steel (S), Copper/Brass (CB), Zinc (Zn), Aluminum (AL) Al2O3 (%) SiO2 (%) Si3N4 SiC (%)
Inductor Working Lining Norshape™ crudible I/S 88.4 11    

FAQ

Which products are recommended for use with chamotte saggers to ensure performance?

A specific product range is available for aluminum saggers. Developed in partnership with COREF, the NORCAST® SILISOL® PREMIUM range offers proven performance for the aluminum market.

These products utilize the most advanced casting technology, with saggers made from NORCAST® SILISOL® PREMIUM exhibiting excellent finishing surfaces, low porosity and outstanding non-wetting behavior. These products are ideal for customers looking to enhance production line service life, improve productivity and reduce repair downtime.

Documents

Brochures & Flyers
Foundry - Iron & Steel

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Foundry - Iron & Steel