BASIC REFRACTORY Products in South Africa
BASIC REFRACTORY PRODUCTS
IN South Africa
Your Performance-Driven Partner for High-Grade Industrial Refractory Solutions Nationwide
Durable, Corrosion-Resistant Refractory Products Engineered for Industrial Success Across South Africa
South Africa’s key industries—ranging from steel and cement to petrochemicals and power generation—demand materials built for extreme durability and high performance. That’s where Durocast (Pty) Ltd delivers. As a fully South African owned and operated company, we provide Basic Refractory Products in South Africa that are engineered to perform, even in the toughest environments, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability for industrial operations.
100% South African. Client-Focused. Performance-Engineered.
Durocast proudly operates throughout South Africa, offering tailored refractory solutions to suit region-specific industrial demands. Our team collaborates closely with clients to supply Basic Refractory Products that deliver measurable results—whether you’re operating in the Northern Cape, Gauteng, KZN, or the Western Cape. Every product is engineered with precision, durability, and long-term performance in mind.
Leading R&D Driving Refractory Innovation in South Africa
Industrial challenges evolve rapidly—and so must your materials. Durocast stays ahead with ongoing R&D efforts, in-house testing, and collaborative innovation with local and international laboratories. We develop Basic Refractory Products in South Africa that meet rising operational temperatures, harsher wear conditions, and more aggressive chemical exposure—ensuring South African industries stay future-ready.
Expert Guidance for Optimal Refractory Application
Choosing the right refractory product is a critical step toward achieving operational excellence. Our team of experts helps South African industries identify the best materials for their exact process environments. Whether you’re lining a furnace or reinforcing a precast component, we provide performance-driven insights that result in lower maintenance costs and extended service life.
Industrial Performance Upgrades for Refractory Systems
As industrial operations shift and intensify, Durocast provides custom performance upgrades across South Africa. We analyze wear patterns and process environments to recommend the best refractory combinations for improved resistance and endurance. This proactive approach helps reduce downtime and enhances overall system efficiency.
Full-Service Lifecycle Support for Refractory Products in South Africa
Durocast is more than just a supplier—we’re a long-term partner. Our national support team monitors the performance of your Basic Refractory Products from installation to end-of-life, ensuring your systems operate with maximum efficiency. With periodic on-site visits, inspections, and support, we keep South Africa’s industries running at peak capacity.
ISO-Certified Quality Assurance for National-Scale Reliability
Every product delivered by Durocast undergoes rigorous testing and quality control. Certified under ISO 9001:2008, we maintain full traceability from raw material sourcing to finished product delivery. Whether your operation is in Mpumalanga, Limpopo, or the Eastern Cape, you can trust in our consistency, quality, and reliability.
Material Testing That Meets and Exceeds Industry Standards
Our testing covers all bases. For Basic Refractory Products, we evaluate thermal shock resistance, chemical stability, and mechanical strength under extreme conditions. For civil materials, we test compressive strength, flexural integrity, and corrosion resistance. These rigorous standards help us supply products that hold strong in steel plants, cement kilns, petrochemical reactors, and civil infrastructure across South Africa.
Advanced R&D to Elevate Industrial Capability
We invest heavily in R&D to drive material innovation. Durocast’s engineers explore nano-composites, high-performance bonding agents, and sustainable refractory blends to develop products that stand up to South Africa’s industrial intensity. Our civil material innovations include corrosion-resistant coatings and next-generation concrete formulations designed to last longer and reduce maintenance.
Onsite Quality Oversight Ensures Best-in-Class Installations
Refractory installation can make or break performance. That’s why our teams offer hands-on supervision during critical phases of installation across South Africa. We ensure every product is applied correctly, inspected thoroughly, and optimized for the service conditions—resulting in better performance, higher safety, and fewer operational disruptions.
High-Performance Guniting and Spare Supply Nationwide
Durocast offers advanced guniting (shotcreting) services across the country, applying heat-resistant linings with high precision in extreme environments. Our expertly trained technicians and premium equipment ensure effective compaction and adhesion. We also stock and supply a wide range of guniting spares—hoses, nozzles, and pumps—to help South African industries minimize downtime.
Durocast manufactures a wide range of basic products based on magnesia, chrome magnesia and olivine aggregates. The range includes:
HEARTH MATERIALS
Magnesia based. These products are available in dry, tar and non aqueous bonds.
RAMMING AND PATCHING
Magnesia and chrome magnesia based. These products are primarily for use in steel and non-ferrous applications.
Gunning
Magnesia, chrome magnesia and olivine based. These products are made for use in steel, copper, platinum and ferro-alloy furnaces. Durocast is also able to supply equipment and offer a maintenance service.
Castables
Using the latest advances in bonding technology, castables are made using magnesia, chrome-magnesia and olivine. Applications include metal and slag runners, furnace sidewalls etc.
Ladle Backfill
Olivine and magnesia based. These ladle backfills are made for applications requiring low thermal conductivity or extra safety.
TUNDISH SPRAY
Insulating tundish spray materials based on olivine or magnesia.
WELL SAND FOR EBT FURNACES
An olivine based sand made for easy opening of tapholes in EBT furnaces.
Mortars
Air-setting and heat-setting mortars based on magnesia, chrome magnesia and chrome are manufactured for a variety of applications.
Fettling
Dolomite and magnesia based fettling materials made for Electric Arc Furnace hearth maintenance.
Durocast (Pty) Ltd is your trusted national partner for Basic Refractory Products in South Africa.
With a performance-driven mindset and deep technical expertise, we deliver full-spectrum support—from research and development to on-site installation and lifecycle management. Our track record for reliability and innovation ensures South African industries always stay one step ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Durocast supply in South Africa?
We provide refractory castables, bricks, mortars, corrosion-resistant coatings, custom precast solutions, and guniting services across the country.
Can Durocast create customized refractory solutions?
Yes. We develop tailored refractory and precast materials for specific industrial environments and process requirements.
Are your products designed for extreme heat and pressure?
Absolutely. All materials undergo thermal resistance, mechanical stress, and chemical stability testing to meet South Africa’s demanding industrial needs.
Do you serve regions outside of Gauteng?
Yes. We offer full delivery and support services in every province of South Africa.
What industries do you support?
Steel manufacturing, cement production, petrochemicals, energy generation, foundries, and civil engineering sectors throughout the country.
Durocast (Pty) Ltd stands as a fully South African owned and managed provider of Basic Refractory Products, committed to supplying advanced industrial materials to operations across the nation. From Gauteng to the Western Cape, we offer high-performance, tested, and certified solutions that meet South Africa’s toughest industrial challenges. With our robust engineering capabilities, ISO-certified systems, and nationwide support, Durocast delivers reliability, efficiency, and performance you can count on—wherever you are in South Africa.
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T | +27 16 454 0404
F | +27 16 454 0466
A | 1 King Street,
Duncanville Ext.3,
Vereeniging,
1939
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