Vulcan Refractories offers a wide range of high-performance refractory materials, including Vulcasil H (hybrid mullite silicon carbide), ZEROX (silicon nitride bonded silicon carbide), and other grades such as Vulcasil Z, SN, S, AI, and A, each designed for specific industrial needs.
We supply refractory solutions to a variety of sectors, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, energy from waste, technical ceramics, nuclear energy, power generation, kilns, and high-wear environments.
Our materials, including silicon carbide, alumina, zirconia, and hybrid compositions, are engineered to deliver superior performance under high thermal and mechanical stress.
Are your refractory products suitable for use in high-abrasion environments?
Yes. Many of our products, particularly those containing silicon carbide or zirconia, are formulated to resist abrasion in harsh industrial settings.
Yes, all of our products undergo rigorous quality control and testing to ensure they meet the highest standards for durability, accuracy, and consistency.
Our materials cover a range of operating temperatures, typically from 1000°C to over 1700°C, depending on the grade and composition.
Our technical team will assess your operating conditions and performance requirements to recommend the most suitable product for your application.
Yes. We offer non-conductive materials where required, as well as high-strength options for use around induction coils and in high-frequency environments.
Yes. Our specialised grades, such as Vulcasil Z and ZEROX, are designed to resist chemical corrosion and are ideal for aggressive operating conditions.
We work with a range of industries that require varying grades, which are suitable for indirect contact with regulated environments. Please speak to our sales team for more information on your individual requirements
Yes. We manufacture both quartz and ceramic infrared heaters in standard sizes and custom designs tailored to your application.
All of our products are proudly manufactured at our facility in Cheadle, Staffordshire, in the United Kingdom.
For many years, we have supplied custom refractory products to businesses worldwide. Each item is carefully manufactured to match your precise design requirements, delivering accuracy and exceptional quality.
Whether you need custom shapes, specialised formulations, or specific performance properties, we can develop and produce a solution tailored to your needs.
Absolutely. We can assess samples or technical drawings of your existing part and offer a like-for-like or improved alternative.
While we focus on manufacturing, our sister company Zampell UK offers refractory installation and related site services.
Yes. Around 75% of our production is exported globally, supporting industrial clients around the world.
You can contact us via the enquiry form on our website or email us at enquiries@vulcanrefractories.com to request technical documents or expert support.
Sustainability is integral to our approach. We focus on developing long-lasting products, promoting energy efficiency, and adopting environmentally responsible manufacturing processes.
Health and safety are top priorities. We operate under ISO 45001 standards and have consistently received RoSPA Gold Awards for excellence in this area.
What certifications and accreditations do you hold?
Vulcan is a ‘Safety First’ company. In 2018, we became the first UK refractory manufacturing company to be accredited to the ISO45001 international standard for occupational health and safety. We are also multiple-time recipients of the RoSPA Gold Award for Health and Safety.
Vulcan Refractories Ltd was established in 1969 in Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent, in the UK.
Vulcan Refractories is located at Brookhouses Industrial Estate, Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST10 1PN, United Kingdom.
You can reach us by phone on 01538 752238 or by email at enquiries@vulcanrefractories.com.
We are part of Zampell Group, a family-owned company with operations across the UK, Europe, and the USA, specialising in refractory engineering and industrial services.
Our website includes detailed documents covering our policies on Quality, Sustainability, Environment, Privacy, and Anti Slavery and Human Trafficking.
