Zinc Refractory Solutions
Cutting-Edge Refractory Materials For Zinc Galvanizing Equipment and Processing Operations
Hot-dip galvanizing can form durable zinc coatings that protect steel from corrosion and extend its service life in demanding industrial environments. Without the incorporation of advanced refractory materials, galvanizing systems would struggle to maintain efficiency when exposed to the intense heat and corrosive effects of molten zinc.
The advanced refractory solutions from Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories deliver a combination of material durability, chemical stability, and thermal resilience that underpins reliable performance in even the most demanding zinc galvanizing systems.
Produced from silicon carbide, our zinc refractory solutions are an asset to zinc processing lines and galvanizing equipment, supporting stable operation and consistent coating performance over extended production runs.
During wire galvanizing, steel wires are coated with molten zinc to achieve uniform corrosion-resistant coatings. Within wire galvanizing lines, CRYSTON silicon carbide wire guides, skidrails and immersion tubes withstand the thermal and mechanical stresses of the galvanization process. Such a combination of materials delivers consistent coating control, minimises wire damage, and extends equipment service life.
The high temperatures in strip galvanizing lines demand materials that can endure molten zinc corrosion and preserve coating precision. Our castables offer robust protection for zinc pots, resisting corrosion and thermal wear. Complementary zirconia and silicon nitride plates can also help regulate temperature uniformity and ensure consistent coating thickness across the galvanized steel strip.
Our high-purity CRYSTON® Max silicon carbide muffle bricks offer high thermal conductivity and oxidation resistance in the roof of zinc oxide furnace lines.
Applications
Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories’ zinc refractory solutions support steel galvanizing and wire coating processes, improving reliability, coating quality, and durability in challenging high-temperature conditions.
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