29 Jul Thermbond Bulletin Volume 4, Issue 3
Thermbond Formula 12-L Added to UOP’s List of Recommended Refractory Materials
Stellar Materials Incorporated is proud to announce that Thermbond Formula 12-L has been included in UOP’s list of recommended ramming grade products for abrasion resistant refractory linings. UOP is a leading international supplier and technology licensor for the petroleum refining, gas processing, petrochemical industry.
UOP recommends products that have exhibited successful experience in service. Thermbond Formula 12-L will be included in the list of recommended materials in UOP Standard Specification 3-25 at their next revision. Until the Standard Specification is revised, UOP 310 Project Specification will state that Thermbond Formula 12-L is a recommended material.
We look forward to the opportunities this recommendation will bring.
Industry Testimonial
“Thermbond Formula 2104-L was installed as a repair to the most severe wear furnace hearth. Refractory repairs to this hearth area have been very unsatisfactory in the past. Formula 2104-L was installed and has provided amazing ability to withstand the abrasion and mechanical abuse that no other refractory has been able to provide.”
Aluminum Casting Coordinator
Application Report
Rapid Relining of TLE Cones
Industry: Refining and Petrochemical – Ethylene
Description of Equipment: Transfer Line Exchanger
Problem: The Ethylene producer required the damaged TLE cones to be relined with refractory and back in service within two days. This time schedule was critical in order to meet the product delivery requirements under contract.
Solution: Install Thermbond Formula 6-L which provided a no dry-out feature enabling the contractor to meet the deadline. The unit was operational within the required two days.
Product Replaced: Low cement conventional castable
Savings Using Thermbond: Saved the customer multiple days in dry-out time.
Products Applied: Thermbond Formula 6-L
Method of Installation: Casting
Equipment Used: Paddle mixer, external vibrators
Scope of Work: Tear out old refractory and cast Thermbond Formula 6-L. Installed 96 units of Thermbond Formula 6-L, approximately 9 inches thick.
Installation Date: June 2010
Follow Up: Inspection during next outage 2012
For additional information contact, please contact our Industry Specialist Ted Hagberg at, [email protected]
Industry Testimonial
“We got in contact with Thermbond products by the representatives of your European Headquarters. The advantages of these products convinced us. We are using Formula Products and Phoscrete in our three melting furnaces with a good performance for three years now. We learned to ‘Think Thermbond” and we thank you for your valuable support.”
Aluminum Customer
Stellar Materials Mini-Workshop: A Smashing Success!
Stellar Materials hosted a Mini-Workshop at its manufacturing and conference facility in Whitmore Lake, Michigan February 28 – March 2. The Workshop was offered to a select group of customers interested in expanding their knowledge of refractory technology, installation methods, and industrial applications for their – specific industries.
Feedback from all attendees was very positive. We are proud to report another successful workshop and thank our customers for their attendance.
See below for information on our upcoming Thermbond Worldwide Workshop, scheduled to take place this autumn! If you are interested in attending our Worldwide Workshop, or wish to schedule a Mini-Workshop scheduled for your company, contact Stellar’s marketing coordinator, Ashley Garcia at [email protected].
Industry Testimonial
“Thank you for a great Workshop. The information provided by your team was great. We all walked away more informed.”
Workshop Attendee
Mark Your Calendar!
Autumn 2011
Thermbond Worldwide Workshop
17-19 October
Whitmore Lake, Michigan
You are cordially invited to join us at our annual Thermbond Refractories Workshop!
Content will focus on installation and application of Thermbond, including industry specific break-out sessions.
Our tentative dates are October 17-19. If you are interested in attending, please email [email protected] and advise us ASAP if these dates work for you and your colleagues.
Invitations and registration information coming soon!