IRED: Refractory Inspection
Inspection & Condition Monitoring
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February 9 2026
At IRED, we provide expert refractory inspections for furnaces, heaters, reactors, and pipelines, identifying wear, cracks, and thermal anomalies before they impact operations. Using advanced techniques like thermal imaging and ultrasonic testing, we deliver accurate assessments and actionable recommendations to maximize equipment life, ensure safety, and minimize unplanned downtime.
Pros & Limitations
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Early Detection of Damage – Identifies cracks, spalling, erosion, or thermal anomalies before they lead to major failures.
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Improved Safety – Prevents accidents and equipment failures by ensuring refractory integrity in high-temperature environments.
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Optimized Maintenance Planning – Helps schedule repairs or replacements proactively, reducing unplanned downtime.
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Cost Efficiency – Extends refractory and equipment life, minimizing costly emergency shutdowns and replacements.
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Compliance – Ensures adherence to industry standards and safety regulations.
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Access Constraints – Some areas may be difficult or hazardous to inspect, requiring specialized tools or shutdowns.
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Downtime Requirements – Certain inspections may require temporary shutdowns of furnaces or heaters, impacting production.
Our Expertise
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Inspection
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Our experienced team performs comprehensive API 936 inspections to assess the condition of your refractory linings. We evaluate thickness, corrosion, erosion, thermal compatibility, and structural integrity to identify potential issues and support informed maintenance and repair decisions.
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Design
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We provide customized refractory shapes and engineered tunnel/coffin wall designs tailored to your operational needs. Using advanced 3D laser integration, we ensure precise, high-performance designs.
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Testing
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Our mobile laboratory conducts in-house refractory testing per API 936 and ASTM standards. We assess cold crush strength, abrasion resistance, and permanent linear change to ensure material quality and reliability.
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Specification
| Title | Description |
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| Theme/Discipline | Inspection |
| Core Tech | Consultancy |
| Industry | Refining/Chemicals |
IRED is an engineering and inspection company with extensive expertise in Inspection, Refractory Solutions, Engineering, and Design.
Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our global footprint, showcasing a wealth of knowledge garnered from diverse projects around the world.
Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and boasting an executive office in Spain. We commit ourselves to providing exceptional services tailored to the distinctive requirements of our clients in the dynamic world of oil and gas. Leveraging years of experience, we have refined our proficiency across various specialties.
We firmly believe in the importance of getting the job done right the first time. We understand that in order to achieve this, it requires more than just the latest technologies and equipment. It requires the right people with the necessary expertise.
Country of Headquarters
Canada
Contact:
+1 7807611380
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