Mayerton Refractories Group

🎄 Merry Christmas, from all at Mayerton! 🎄 #Mayerton #RefractoryIndustry #SeasonsGreetings #MerryChristmas

🌍 Low Fume Solutions: Innovating for Safety, Quality, and Sustainability 🌟 At Mayerton, we are continually pushing boundaries to deliver solutions that prioritise safety, performance, and environmental responsibility. Our Low Fume Products mark a significant step forward in the manufacturing of #MagnesiaCarbonBricks. Here’s how: 🔧 Low Fume Technology: Using enhanced binder formulations, enabling higher curing temperatures and significantly reducing emissions during heating at our customers’ sites. Mayerton’s innovations reflect our commitment to creating a safer and more sustainable future for the steel industry while maintaining the performance excellence our customers rely on. Read more👉 https://lnkd.in/es9q-fn8 Together we #CreateCollaboration with our customers to build a safer, cleaner tomorrow. 🍃 #Mayerton #RefractoriesIndustry #Innovation #Sustainability

🎄✨ Celebrating the festive season with our amazing colleagues! Here’s to the memories, good times, and looking forward to an even brighter 2025 ahead! 🎉 #Mayerton #BelongAndThrive #FestiveSeason #RefractoriesIndustry

✨ Colleague Spotlight: Going the Extra Heat with Stanley Allen! ✨ This week, we’re proud to celebrate Stanley Allen, our dedicated Trainee Management Accountant in the UK. With two years in the refractories industry, Stanley is an integral part of Mayerton’s Finance team. Stanley was awarded for Outstanding Achievement at our 2024 Autumn Conference. Known for his willingness to help and dedication to continuous improvement, he sets a high standard for both personal and professional excellence. 🏆 🔹 What does it mean for Stanley to #GoTheExtraHeat ? 🔥 For him, it’s about continuous learning and offering valuable support to colleagues, ensuring the team thrives together. 🔹 What drives Stanley to excel? Stanley’s motivation stems from his desire to keep developing his skills. Currently studying for his CIMA qualification, he is committed to mastering the tools and knowledge essential for his role. 🔹 What does Stanley value about Mayerton? He appreciates Mayerton’s investment in employee development and the strong culture of teamwork, which fuels his determination to take on new challenges and grow within his role. 🔹 How does Stanley make an impact? By providing data and analysis that empower others across the business, Stanley plays a crucial role in supporting informed decision-making and driving success at Mayerton. 👏 Stanley’s adaptability, willingness to learn, and team-first mindset make him an asset to our business. Join us in congratulating Stanley on his achievements and celebrating his inspiring journey at Mayerton! 👉 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gZUSNzNj #ColleagueSpotlight #Mayerton #LifeAtMayerton #RefractoryIndustry

✨ Team Spotlight: Going the Extra Heat with Gloria Valdes! ✨ This week, we’re proud to feature Gloria Ibáñez Valdés, our talented CAD Engineer, who brings her expertise to Mayerton’s technical team, serving customers across Spain and Europe. With over two years of experience in the refractories industry, Gloria is passionate about delivering precision and excellence in every project she undertakes. For Gloria, to #GoTheExtraHeat 🔥 means ensuring every design is visually coherent, accurate, and unmistakably Mayerton. Gloria was awarded for Outstanding Achievement in 2024 at our Autumn Conference. She takes pride in creating technical drawings that exceed client expectations. Her dedication to clarity and precision ensures that final constructions are seamless, reflecting the high standards of the Mayerton technical team.  🔹 What motivates Gloria?  The opportunity to transform ideas into tangible constructions excites her. She loves collaborating with the team to solve challenges and seeing the results of their combined efforts in the final product. 🔹 What does she enjoy most?  Gloria finds joy in her passion for technical design, appreciating the collaborative culture at Mayerton that encourages learning, innovation, and mutual support. 🔹 How does she stay ahead?  By staying up-to-date with advancements in design software and continuously seeking opportunities to learn new technologies, Gloria ensures her skills remain sharp and her work efficient. Gloria’s commitment to teamwork and collaboration is an inspiration to us all. Her positive communication and active listening skills enhance team performance and foster an environment of trust and excellence. 👏 Let’s celebrate Gloria and her incredible contributions to the Mayerton team!  👉 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gRY7dU8F #ColleagueSpotlight #Mayerton #TechnicalDesign #LifeAtMayerton #RefractoryIndustry

💡Breaking the Cycle of Vertical Cracking in Ladle Linings: An Innovative Approach💡   Vertical cracking in refractory linings is a persistent challenge, especially in the slag zones and barrels of steel treatment ladles. These cracks often appear early in the campaign, intensifying over time and reducing the service life of magnesia-carbon bricks. At Mayerton, we’ve taken a proactive stance to solve this problem by reimagining ladle design and production processes.   Our reversed pressing process is a breakthrough in addressing mechanical, thermal, and chemical stresses, ensuring robust brick compaction and structural flexibility. By altering the pressing direction and optimising the binding concept, we’ve significantly reduced, and in some cases eliminated vertical cracking.   This innovation has been validated through rigorous research, scientific analysis, and extensive industrial trials, with proven success in real-world conditions. Presented at UNITECR21, our findings highlight a sustainable and efficient solution to an industry-wide issue, setting a new standard in ladle refractory performance.   Curious about the technical details? 👉 Read our full research paper: https://lnkd.in/e7XHHjNN to explore the science and methodology behind this transformation. Together, we’re shaping the future of refractory technology, one innovative solution at a time. Our Technical Department always #GoTheExtraHeat 🔥   #Mayerton #RefractorySolutions #Innovation #SteelIndustry #Research #RefractoryIndustry

🌍 Sustainability in Refractories: Mayerton’s Roadmap for a Greener Future 🌿 At Mayerton, we are committed to driving sustainability in the steel industry, supporting both Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) and Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steelmakers as they transition toward greener practices. Our Sustainability Roadmap is focused on reducing the environmental impact of refractories while maintaining performance and quality. Why EAFs Matter: Electric Arc Furnaces will be the backbone of steel production for the next 25–30 years. Christopher Beckmann, Managing Director, explains: "EAFs are pivotal to the future of steelmaking, thanks to their focus on recycling rather than raw ore extraction. However, not all BOFs will be replaced by EAFs in the short term, as certain high-quality steel grades require raw materials. At Mayerton, we are leveraging 30 years of experience with EAF mills to support this shift while maintaining the quality of steel production." Our Impactful Initiatives include: ✅ Recycling ✅ Reformulation ✅ Energy Efficiency At Mayerton, we #CreateCollaboration with our customers to shape a more sustainable future in the refractory industry. 🤝 👉 Read the full interview with refractories WORLDFORUM here: https://lnkd.in/efWCdu-S

✨ Colleague Spotlight: Going the Extra Heat with Thomas Craine! ✨ This week, we’re excited to feature Thomas Craine, our Head of Commercial, who brings 17 years of expertise in the refractories industry. Thomas was awarded with “Manager of the Year 2024” at our Autumn Conference for his empathetic approachable leadership style and growing the Commercial Team. Tom shares with us what it means to #GoTheExtraHeat 🔥 For Thomas, success is all about collaboration and innovation: 🔹 What motivates him? Seeing the tangible outcomes of problem-solving efforts that directly benefit customers and contribute to Mayerton’s growth. 🔹 What does he enjoy most? Working alongside like-minded professionals in a supportive team culture that fosters excellence and creativity. Thomas also emphasises the importance of fostering a culture of trust and collaboration. His advice? “Embrace challenges, stay positive, always listen to feedback, and have fun!” Read the full interview here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gThzbTvZ Let’s celebrate Thomas and his outstanding contributions to our team and customers! #Mayerton #ColleagueSpotlight #RefractoryIndustry #LifeAtMayerton

✨ Colleague Spotlight: Going the Extra Heat with Giovanni Banchero! ✨ This week, we are celebrating Giovanni Banchero, our accomplished Sales & Technical Manager with over 30 years of experience in the refractories industry. Representing the Italian market, Giovanni is a master at bridging the needs of customers with the capabilities of the Mayerton team. He was recently awarded for Outstanding Achievement at our Autumn 2024 Conference, recognising his passion, enthusiasm, mentorship of new colleagues, and contributions to the growth of the Italian market. For Giovanni, #GoTheExtraHeat 🔥 means exceeding expectations and striving for exceptional results. Acting as a “trait d’union” between clients and colleagues, he ensures seamless collaboration and outstanding outcomes for everyone involved. 💡 🔹 What does he enjoy most about Mayerton? The camaraderie and support of a team that feels more like family. 🔹 Key advice for making a difference? Be self-motivated and passionate, while embracing challenges with collaboration and empathy. With a deep commitment to customer-first values and a love for tackling new challenges each day, Giovanni inspires us all with his resilience, adaptability, and passion for excellence. 👉 Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gqKNbUkp Join us in celebrating Giovanni and his valuable contributions to Mayerton’s success! #Mayerton #ColleagueSpotlight #RefractoryIndustry #LifeAtMayerton

💡 Innovation in Action: Boosting EAF Performance 💡 In high-performance EAFs [Electric Arc Furnaces], extended refractory wear in the slag door area often limits the lifetime of the entire vessel. Addressing this critical challenge is essential to improving productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. "We launched this innovation at UNITECR23, and since then, have successfully implemented it in multiple operations, demonstrating its transformative impact on efficiency and service life." Bernd Buchberger, Head of Technical Our customised, pre-assembled Slagdoor Solution delivers results: ✔️ Precisely fitting brick assembly: Eliminating gaps and installation issues. ✔️ Faster installation: Safe handling and fast mounting streamline the process. ✔️ Debottlenecking critical refractory service areas: Extending furnace operation, reducing downtime for gunning, and boosting plant productivity. ✔️ Reduced OPEX: Lower operational costs without compromising on efficiency. Selecting the right refractory material was also key to ensuring durability and long-term performance. At Mayerton, we are committed to solving industry challenges with smarter solutions. We always #GoTheExtraHeat 🤝 Curious to learn more? Check out our technical brochure for full details: https://lnkd.in/e7XHHjNN Continuous improvement starts with bold ideas, and we are proud to deliver solutions that drive the steel industry forward! 🌍🔧 #Mayerton #RefractorySolutions #RefractoryIndustry #Slagdoor *Picture by Andreas Viertauer