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Refractory Companies

Archaeological excavations show that refractory materials are in use since BC 3.200. Using fire bricks for the construction of furnaces and ovens is a technique used even by the ancient Egyptians. The refractory industry has made its real progress during the 2nd World War. During this period, many new types of refractory materials started to use in different industries. The first example of a refractory company in Turkey is the Haznedar Fire Bricks. Founded in 1929, this company mainly produced fire bricks. Mass production of refractory materials did not emerge until 1949. In this regard, Zonguldak Sümerbank Filyos Fire Brick Factory is considered as the first modern refractory plant in Turkey.

Refractory Companies in Turkey

Refractory companies quickly spread throughout the country after 1950 and gained diversity because of factories such as Konya Chrome Magnesite Brick Manufacturing Industry and Kütahya Magnesite Industry. For the last 25 years, the production quality and efficiency of refractory materials in Turkey can easily compete with the rest of the world. Refractory companies have always managed to grow despite the economic conditions in Turkey and represented the country proudly for the last 80 years. Nowadays, almost all types of refractory materials are produced in Turkey and exported to the rest of the world.

A Constantly Evolving Sector

The development of the steel industry also created a fertile environment for the refractory companies. This is because most of the refractory materials are consumed in this industry. Refractory companies continue to develop and enrich this industry each and every day. Turkey is also a very rich country when it comes to underground resources. For example, Manisa kyanite, Bitlis amorphous kyanite, Sivas fireclay and Erzincan magnesite are amongst the best quality raw refractory materials that can compete with the world. The refractory industry is a constantly evolving sector which requires high degrees of expertise and dedication. Glasstech is proud to be one of the leading refractory companies in Turkey with its unmatched experience and reputation. 

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