REFRACTORY SERVICES

JT THORPE has a proud and rich heritage of superior masonry dating back to its founding in 1906. Over a hundred years later, JT THORPE remains the industry leader in refractory services. We incorporate detailed installation procedures, design specifications and quality control measures into each and every project, no matter how large or small, to ensure the installation meets both ours and the customer’s requirements.

No matter the operating conditions, JT THORPE will install a customized refractory system that facilitates optimal heat transfer and resistance to process erosion, corrosion, and thermal shock as dictated by your project requirements. Our engineers stay at the forefront of refractory technology and are experts in the application of all material types. Whether your requirements are new construction, routine maintenance, or improved efficiency; our experience, unsurpassed quality and safety will help you reach the performance you desire.

BRICK

JT THORPE has a proud & rich heritage of superior masonry dating back to its founding in 1906. Over a hundred years later, JT THORPE is still the industry leader in fire brick installation. We incorporate detailed installation procedures, design specifications and quality control measures into each and every project, no matter how large or small, to ensure the installation meets both ours and the customer’s requirements.

GUNITE

No matter the operating conditions, JT THORPE will install a customized gunite lining solution that facilitates optimal heat transfer and resistance to process erosion, corrosion and thermal shock as dictated by your project requirements.

CASTABLE

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CASTABLE

Our engineers stay at the forefront of refractory technology and are experts in the application of conventional, low cement, and no cement castables. JT THORPE has become the industry leader in refractory lining system design and installation. Whether your requirements are new construction, routine maintenance, or improved efficiency; our experience, unsurpassed quality and safety will help you reach the performance you desire.

SHOTCRETE

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SHOTCRETE

Shotcrete lining installation offers increased safety and efficiency at a lower cost than conventional casting methods. Our quality control program combined with our skilled team of professional craftsmen allows us to consistently deliver quality linings using both conventional and chemical reaction materials.

CERAMIC FIBER LININGS

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CERAMIC FIBER LININGS

JT THORPE specializes in the design and safe installation of ceramic fiber linings. We incorporate detailed installation procedures, design specifications and quality control measures into each and every ceramic fiber lining project, no matter how large or small. The JT THORPE team of engineers provides turnkey solutions to meet your ceramic fiber lining needs. Whether your requirements are new construction, routine maintenance, or improved efficiency; our experience, unsurpassed quality and safety will help you reach the performance you desire.

PLASTIC

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PLASTIC

JT THORPE has successfully tackled some of the industries toughest plastic refractory lining applications. Our engineers have the capability to design and tailor plastic materials to obtain physical properties that satisfy our customers process needs.

HOT GUNNING

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HOT GUNNING

JT THORPE provides high temperature repair and maintenance for the industrial marketplace in hot and hostile environments that would normally mandate emergency shutdowns for unscheduled maintenance tasks. JT THORPE has specialty trained crews (including EMTs) available to complete repairs in closed environments up to 600?F and to even higher temperatures in open environments.

GROUTING

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GROUTING

JT THORPE is an industry leader in grouting with injection pumps that have installed thousands of pounds of grout. JT THORPE will flexibly work with production to reduce downtime with our innovative and efficient grouting solutions solving hot spots, preventing gas penetration, and ultimately improving furnace operations.

CERAMIC WELDING

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CERAMIC WELDING

JT THORPE is an industry leader in Ceramic Welding technology and application. JT THORPE’s craft and supervision are trained and certified for application by all major ceramic welding suppliers. JT THORPE is knowledgeable on the latest Ceramic Welding techniques and technologies. If you are looking to extend the life of your refractory lining or reduce emissions with minimal production impact and downtime, then JT THORPE will provide a cost effective, innovative, and efficient Ceramic Welding solution for your operational needs.

BURNER TILE

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BURNER TILE

Our network of material suppliers and dedicated in-house design team enables us to produce burner tiles with unsurpassed quality at low cost. We have the ability to meet your burner tile needs with a variety of materials including high alumina, mullite, or nitride and reaction bonded materials.

STAINLESS STEEL LINER SYSTEMS

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STAINLESS STEEL LINER SYSTEMS

JT THORPE provides a wide range of engineered solutions for duct lining systems including repair, design and new construction. We have solved problems for customers ranging from hot spots to total steel failure.

PRE-CAST SHAPES

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PRE-CAST SHAPES

JT THORPE offers unparalleled capability in the design, fabrication, and installation of refractory pre-cast shapes. We have three state-of-the-art facilities with a combined 78,000 square feet of facility space dedicated to the manufacturing of pre-cast shapes to meet your needs.

ANCHOR & STUD WELDING

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ANCHOR & STUD WELDING

JT THORPE offers unparalleled capability in the welding of refractory anchoring systems and welding repair services for furnaces. JT THORPE has both an R stamp certification and a large number of certified welders. We incorporate detailed welding procedures, design specifications and quality control measures into every project, regardless of the project size. The JT THORPE team provides turnkey solutions to meet your welding needs for both new construction and maintenance. Our expertise, unsurpassed quality, and safety will help you meet your goals on every project.

REFRACTORY DEMOLITION

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REFRACTORY DEMOLITION

When it comes to hydro demolition, robotic demolition, or manual pneumatic demolition, JT THORPE  has an approach to streamline the traditionally difficult issues of demolishing refractory. JT THORPE’s experienced operators have access to multiple machines to use in a broad range of applications, from large kilns to furnaces with small man ways for access.

FABRICATION

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FABRICATION

JT THORPE provides a wide range of high quality, low cost custom fabricated equipment for the industrial market.

JT THORPE’s Fabrication Division supplies high quality ASME Section VIII Division 1 and ASME B31.3 equipment to the industrial marketplace. JT THORPE has multiple fabrication locations throughout North America and the ability to ship worldwide by sea, rail and truck.

JT THORPE offers the following products:

  • FCCU Equipment
  • Pressure Vessels, API Tanks, Stacks, Transfer Lines, Pipe Spools and Ducting
  • Hydrogen Transfer Lines

Let JT THORPE  provide you with a turnkey solution to meet your fabrication requirements.

FIREPROOFING

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FIREPROOFING

Our fireproofing division is a top tier service provider for the application of intumescent, concrete, and lightweight cementitious systems. We have four shops across the country that are equipped to perform shop fireproofing and twelve regional offices to mobilize for field (on-site) fireproofing.

CONCRETE

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CONCRETE

JT THORPE specializes in the design and safe installation of concrete systems for all of your needs. We provide a wide variety of services including flatwork, foundations, formwork, rebar installation, grouting, pump casting, and shotcrete, as well as rehabilitation of concrete structures and foundations.

ACID RESISTANT LININGS

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ACID RESISTANT LININGS

JT THORPE has a proud and rich heritage of superior masonry dating back to its founding in 1906. Over a hundred years later, JT THORPE is still the industry leader in acid brick installation. JT THORPE has extensive experience in the application of conventional acid resistant coatings. We incorporate detailed installation procedures, design specifications and quality control measures into each and every project, no matter how large or small, to ensure the installation meets both ours and the customer’s requirements.

HIGH EMISSIVITY COATINGS

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HIGH EMISSIVITY COATINGS

JT THORPE specializes in the design, supply, and safe installation of high emissivity coatings. If you are looking to increase your operational efficiencies and productivity through reduced fuel consumption, reduced hot spots, reduced exterior temperature and extend the life of your ceramic fiber linings, then JT THORPE can provide a cost effective high emissivity coatings solution that will provide a return on investment and exceed your expectations.

REFRACTORY DESIGN & ENGINEERING

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REFRACTORY DESIGN & ENGINEERING

JT THORPE employs a broad spectrum of engineers in mechanical, civil, metallurgical, chemical, and materials science disciplines to meet the analysis, design, and construction needs of our customers. We leverage our engineers’ 800+ years of combined practical experience to solve customer problems and innovate cost effective solutions.

Why not partner with the most experienced refractory contractor?

If you’re ready to work with the oldest and most experienced refractory contractor in North America, then contact us. Our team is eager to respond.

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