Goals

In an era of globalization, the refractory industry requires a well educated workforce with a worldwide technical knowledge to remain competitive in the long term. In addition, a current commitment to fundamental refractory research programmes is imperative to provide future innovative solutions and technological developments for the refractory consumer.

Networking the refractory expertise from the global refractory community will not only provide access to both expensive analytical equipment but also the broad knowledge base required in this dynamic arena. Furthermore, FIRE will also provide the opportunity to raise the profile of refractory science and engineering in the academic community and the critical role of refractories in the manufacturing of iron and steel, none-ferrous metals, glass, cement, chemical, power, environmental, petrochemical and ceramic industries.