About Us
Innovative Refractory Solutions
At Reframech, we are passionate about refractories and committed to becoming your leading supplier and consultant across diverse industries. Though established two years ago, our team boasts over five years of experience and holds industry-recognized certifications like API936 and API 982.
What Sets Us Apart?
Our unwavering dedication to exceptional service is what truly sets us apart. We go above and beyond to ensure our customers are not just satisfied, but genuinely impressed. Quality, efficiency, and unparalleled customer service are the core values that drive everything we do.
Who We Serve
Whether you work in the marine, incineration, or industrial factory sectors, if you rely on refractory products and require third-party inspections, we're here for you. We understand the unique needs of each industry and provide customized solutions to optimize your operations.
Open Collaboration for Shared Success
We foster an open and collaborative culture. We believe in building strong partnerships with our clients and are always looking for new ways to work together. We are open to any queries you may have and will do our best to fulfill all your refractory needs.
The Future We Envision
Our vision is to become the premier supplier and consultant for refractories across all sectors. We strive to continuously improve our services and expertise, building long-term relationships with clients built on trust and shared success.
American Petroleum Institute (API)
To promote safety across the industry globally
For more than 90 years, API has led the development of petroleum, natural gas and petrochemical equipment and operating standards which include:
- API STD 936 Refractory Installation Quality Control Guidelines
- API RP 982: Inspection and Assessment of Refractory Linings
API also certifies inspectors of industry equipment through its Individual Certification Programs, designed to recognize working professionals who are knowledgeable of industry inspection codes and are performing their jobs in accordance with those codes, including
- API 936 Refractory Personnel certification
- API 982 Refractory Inspector certification
We Follow Best Practices
- Quality Control
- Inspection Documentation
- Material Qualification Testing
- Applicator Qualification Testing
- Installation
- Test Specimen Preparation
- Post Installation
API STD 936 Refractory Installation Quality Control Guidelines
This standard provides installation quality control procedures for monolithic refractory linings and may be used to supplement owner specifications. Materials, equipment, and personnel are qualified by the methods described, and applied refractory quality is closely monitored, based on defined procedures and acceptance criteria. The responsibilities of inspection personnel who monitor and direct the quality control process are also defined. In addition, this standard provides guidance for the establishment of quality control elements necessary to achieve the defined requirements.
API RP 982: Inspection and Assessment of Refractory Linings
While numerous existing API standards have covered refractory inspection methods and the qualifications of refractory inspectors, there has been little guidance on what constitutes a refractory inspection. RP 982 fills in these critical gaps, providing guidelines on what equipment should be inspected, what elements to consider during an inspection, appropriate inspection tools, and the requisite competencies for inspectors.
RP 982 encompasses an extensive array of refinery equipment, including fluid solid units, fluid catalytic cracker units, reforming units, fired heaters, incinerators, sulfur recovery units, flue gas ducts, calcines, steam-methane reformers, hydrogen plant and transfer lines, cracker furnaces, boilers, and flue gas stacks. The refractory linings in these units serve essential purposes, including:
- providing thermal protection for equipment;
- increasing energy retention and process efficiency;
- resisting processes that cause abrasion and corrosion; and
- enhancing personnel safety.
RP 982 includes applications for fired furnaces, which are used extensively in the industry to heat hydrocarbon feedstocks for various high-temperature processes. These furnaces manage the interaction and flow of liquids, solids, and gases at elevated temperatures. Performing a reliable assessment of this lining is crucial for maximizing the furnace’s productivity and durability.
Following RP 982 can help organizations optimize furnace performance, reduce energy consumption and minimize downtime. It can also foster better and more informed decision-making regarding the condition of the existing lining and the necessity of making repairs.
API 936 Refractory Personnel certification
The API 936 Refractory Personnel certification is designed to identify candidates possessing the knowledge of API STD 936 Refractory Installation Quality Control Guidelines. These are guidelines for the installation quality control of monolithic refractory linings and may be used to supplement owner specifications.
API 936 certification raises the bar of competence for qualified personnel, who must have knowledge of installation, inspection, testing and repair of refractory linings. It provides the industry with a prequalified set of individuals prepared for the job and readily identifies those who are qualified to do the job.
API 982 Refractory Inspector certification
The API 982 certification raises the bar of competence for qualified inspectors, who must have knowledge of inspection and assessment of refractory linings. It provides the industry with a prequalified set of individuals prepared for the job and readily identifies those who are qualified to for that role.