The IRE will hold its annual UK Conference and Training days in November 2026. This will also include a reception evening on November 17th and the annual dinner on the evening of the UK Conference day, November 18th 2026. The proposed IRE Introduction UK Training schedule is below.
IRE UK Introduction Training Day 2026 Schedule
- 08:30 – Arrival – Registration & Refreshments
- 09:10 – Introduction
- 09:15 – Refractories – What are Refractories? User industries, Market Information & Types of Refractory
- 10:45 – Networking Break
- 11:05 – Making Refractories, Raw Materials & Production Methods
- 12:30 – Networking Lunch
- 13:30 – Question Time
- 14:00 – Refractory Properties, Refractoriness, PLC, Chemical Analysis, Crush Strength, Thermal Conductivity, Chemical Resistance, Data Sheets & Test Methods
- 15:20 – Networking Break
- 15:40 – Example Application, Petrochemical, Steelmaking Ladles & Glass Manufacturing
- 16:20 – Finish & Closing Remarks
- Training: Refractories Basics: Production, Properties & Uses
- Date: Tuesday 17th November 2026 – 09:00 – 16:30
- Location: The Quays Hotel, Victoria Quays, Furnival Road, Sheffield, S4 7YB, United Kingdom
- Members: £105.00
- Non-Members: £105.00
- Click here to book your place
The Institute of Refractories Engineers (IRE) provides events that bring together professionals with a shared interest in the continued development and advancement of the refractories sector. If you are interested in joining our Institute please email secretary@ireng.org or join via our website here at https://www.ireng.org/join/
For more than 50 years, the IRE has provided a forum for professionals working in refractories and related industries. Our global community includes members in more than 40 countries, with almost 40% of our membership based outside the UK.
Through technical meetings, training seminars, conferences and regular publications, the Institute helps members stay informed about developments in refractory engineering and technology while providing opportunities to build valuable professional connections. If you design, manufacture, sell, install or study refractories, we would be delighted to welcome you to our community.
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