JT THORPE is the largest refractory contractor in North America performing capital construction, maintenance, shutdown/outages and major rebuilds/repairs in the petrochemical & chemical industries. Our focus on safety, quality, reliability, project management, engineering and value ensure project success for our customers.

JT THORPE differentiates itself through quality engineering and professional project management capabilities. Whether in thermal oxidizers, reformers, or kilns, JT THORPE has the ability to perform all refractory services including bricking, shotcrete, gunite, castable, ceramic fiber, anchor welding and Brokk demolition.

Thermal Oxidizers

JT THORPE has extensive experience with thermal oxidizers having worked in countless units across the United States. In many cases, little to no drawings are available and we are able to determine the required refractory lining through inspection and experience allowing for high quality and longevity. Our services include design and engineering of refractory lining as well as supply and installation of refractory materials.

Reformers

JT THORPE performs turnkey design/build refractory lining installations as well as installing materials specified by OEMs. We have worked in every style of reformer in operation and have a long track record of providing innovative solutions to problems that occur in these units. Special attention to detail with material selection, installation and dry-out procedures are all critical to the performance of the refractory linings.

Heaters & Furnaces

JT THORPE has been lining heaters & furnaces since the early 1900’s. We can offer like in-kind replacement or options that may provide quicker turnaround, better insulation and longer lining life expectancy. Our services consist of design and engineering of refractory linings, supply and installation of refractory materials including Bricking, Gunite, Castable, Plastic Ramming, Ceramic Fiber, Anchor Welding, and Burner Tiles. From furnaces to can heaters, we have you covered.

Waste Heat Boilers

JT THORPE has been lining waste heat boilers for over 100 years. We can offer like in-kind replacement or options that may provide quicker turnaround and longer refractory life expectancy. Our services consists of design and engineering of refractory linings, supply and installation of refractory materials including Bricking, Gunite, Castable, Plastic Ramming, Ceramic Fiber, Anchor Welding, Ceramic Ferrules, Checker Walls and Burner Tiles.

Calciners, Multi Hearths & Kilns

JT THORPE has extensive experience in calciners, multi hearths and kilns. Our engineers can determine brick counts and combinations for both in hearths and out hearths. We offer dropout design and construction based on the required throughput of the unit. Our services include design and engineering of refractory lining, supply and installation of refractory materials, special shape fabrication and refractory demolition including the use of Brokks.

Towers

JT THORPE has extensive experience in all types of towers from drying, interpass, absorbing, humidifying and final. We also work in pump tanks and converters. Our services range from the installation of a line in-kind lining system to a complete tower design. This includes design and engineering of refractory lining, supply and installation of refractory materials including Bricking, Gunite, Castable, Liners and Membranes.