Our mission
Founded in 1919, IFB REFRACTORIES is a century-old company specialised in the manufacture of insulating fire bricks and other special insulating refractory parts.
« Our mission is to support high-temperature industrial manufacturers:
- in reducing their environmental footprint
- by offering them high-performance, insulating fire bricks
- manufactured through a CSR approach. »
Jean-Luc Lesage, CEO
Key figures
For more than 100 years, IFB Refractories has been an established player in the international insulating fire brick market.
Since 1919
50 Employees
5000 T of capacity
100% Made in France
100+ customers worldwilde
17k m2 of industrial buildings + 2 quarries
Applications
IFB Refractories‘ insulating fire bricks comply with the most demanding industrial markets, with numerous successful references
Aluminium
Glass
Petrochemical
Lime, Cement & Ceramics
And many more …
Products
IFB Refractories produces a wide range of insulating fire bricks made from pure clays from our quarries or purchased from French operators. They are 100% made in France at our plant in Buzançais.
13-11 range
IFB Refractories’ flagship bricks, designed for use in aluminium, glass , lime & rotary kilns.
Standard Bricks & Slabs
Complete range of insulating fire bricks for industrial applications up to 1550˚C.
Machined Bricks
Machined bricks available in custom designed shapes.
Strategic pillars
IFB Refractories was founded in 1919 and its know-how has been perpetrated and optimised year after year.
Quality
Built upon an unwavering commitment to sourcing premium local raw materials, our extensive experience and know-how drive a quality that is stable and with a focus on continuous improvement.
Performance
IFB insulating fire bricks are compliant with the most demanding applications and specifications from worldwide industries: aluminium, glass, lime, petrochemical …
Environment
With a rich legacy embedded in our local history, our unwavering commitment extends beyond tradition, as we prioritize environmental stewardship, continually elevating our focus on sustainability.
International
IFB Refractories exports more than 85% of its production to the most demanding international markets: Europe, Middle East and Americas.
Awards & Labels
IFB is awarded the EPV and Ecovadis Silver medal labels for both its know-how and corporate social responsability efforts.
Awarded “Living heritage company” by the French Ministry of Economy for its alliance of modernity and traditions
IFB Refractories is awarded the ECOVADIS silver medal for its continuous CSR efforts
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