Western Industrial Ceramics, Inc. Information

Western Industrial Ceramics began in 1971 as a refractory and insulation stocking distributor for Unifrax’s line of Fiberfrax® ceramic fiber products. At that time, ceramic fibers primary usage was expansion joint material. With the energy crisis of 1972 it became a major contributor to fuel savings for industrial furnaces and a replacement for high temperature textiles. With the development of installation techniques such as fiber blanket, studs and modules the company began refractory contracting. Since then, the company has become a full line contractor installing not only ceramic fiber but also castable, gunning mixes, plastic ramming mixes, and complete furnace repair and maintenance. Additional advancement in fiber technology allowed for the development of shape making products utilizing vacuum forming techniques. In 1983 the company started its operation for ceramic fiber shapes in Portland, OR and now has multiple vacuum forming lines for all engineered shapes and boards. The company has expanded over the years to provide high temperature engineering solutions to clients in the ten Western States. There are now two locations with complete stocking, refractory contracting and manufacturing in Portland, OR and Los Angeles, CA. Most of our managers and field superintendents have been with the company for more than 20 years and have substantial experience in assisting clients with their temperature and energy solutions.