Your European Manufacturer of Insulating Fire Bricks

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Leading Insulating Refractory Solutions 

 

Since 1919, IFB Refractories has been a European leader in insulating fire bricks and custom insulating refractory solutions.

For more than 100 years, IFB Refractories has combined tradition and innovation to deliver high-quality insulating solutions. Made in-house with selected European materials and precise processing, our products ensure reliable performance across diverse applications.

 

Jean-Luc Lesage, CEO of IFB Refractories:

"We support the world’s leading industrials in driving energy efficiency through trusted, high-performance insulating fire bricks."

A Reliable Partner for more than 100 years

 

IFB Refractories' insulating fire bricks comply with the most demanding international industrial markets, with numerous successful references across the globe for critical applications.

Our mission is to support high-temperature industrial manufacturers:

  • in reducing their energy consumption and environmental footprint
  • by providing high-performance insulating fire bricks
  • produced with a strong commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility.

Glass

Our insulating fire bricks offer exceptional thermal resistance and low heat conductivity, making them ideal for high-efficiency glass furnaces. Their lightweight structure ensures energy savings and prolonged equipment life in demanding glass production environments.

Aluminium

Our insulating fire bricks provide excellent heat retention and thermal shock resistance, optimizing energy use in aluminum melting and holding furnaces. Their durability and low thermal mass enhance process efficiency and furnace longevity.

Ceramics

Our insulating fire bricks ensure uniform heat distribution and energy efficiency in ceramic kilns, supporting precise firing conditions. Their lightweight design reduces heat loss and enhances temperature control during production.

Petrochemical

Our insulating fire bricks deliver reliable thermal insulation and corrosion resistance in petrochemical furnaces and reactors. Their low thermal conductivity improves energy efficiency and protects equipment in high-temperature processes.

  Trusted Worldwide Products

Engineered and manufactured to ensure reliability in the most critical industrial projects.

Why leading industrial partners choose IFB Refractories' bricks:

 

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About Us

 

For more than 100 years, IFB Refractories has been an established player in the international insulating fire brick market.

IFB Refractories distinguishes itself through its ability to deliver consistent, reliable service for the most critical customer applications.

Key Figures:

  • Since 1919 in Buzançais in the heart of France
  • 50 Employees
  • 5000 T of capacity
  • 100% Made in France
  • 100+ customers worldwilde
  • 17k m2 of industrial buildings + 2 quarries.

 

Our Latest News

 

Etoiles d'Europe
Awards

“Stars of Europe” — IFB Refractories’ expertise highlighted

We had the pleasure of opening our doors to a film crew from the Centre-Val de Loire Region as part of the “Étoiles d’Europe” initiative. Supported by EU FEDER funding, this program highlights innovative European projects and the people who bring them to life.

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Empowering Sustainable Change: The IFB Refractories Climate Fresk Initiative

IFB Refractories continues its efforts towards ecological and energy transition by participating in the first accelerator jointly managed by the Région Centre-Val de Loire and the French Public Investment Bank (Bpifrance). As part of this initiative, the IFB team attended a Climate Fresk workshop...

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Local Sourcing Donwloads

The PS - IFB Refractories' historical insulating fire bricks range !

The PS6 and PS8 are unique and proprietary low-temperature firebricks (up to 1050°C) developed by IFB Refractories.

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Donwloads

IFB Refractories' expertise in the aluminium industry

Insulating fire bricks play a crucial role in aluminium production. Whether they're used to insulate the electrolysis pots for alumina, supporting considerable crushing loads beneath the tank, or in the baking furnaces for electrodes (carbon anode baking), where they provide thermal insulation...

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IFB Refractories booth at Ceramitec
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IFB Refractories was at CERAMITEC 2024 in Munich !

Throwing it back to the 2024 CERAMITEC edition!The IFB team had such a fantastic time connecting with both current and future customers in person in Münich. It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the strengths and ambitions of IFB Refractories.Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth.

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Any questions? Contact us now!

 

Phone: + 33 (0)2 54 02 25 17

Email: ifb-sales@ifbgroup.fr