Ladles

U.S.R.P. designs and manufactures various Tundish products that reduce the cost-per-ton for our customers.

We understand that each of our customers has unique processing requirements that are specific to their products. U.S.R.P. has years of experience in assessing these unique circumstances at each customer.  Our products are custom designed to give the highest level of performance and longevity while keeping the cost to a minimum by only incorporating features that create real value 

U.S.R.P. offers FREE form design and manufacturing to eliminate the up-front cost of trials and production pieces.

Our vertically integrated business provides an advantage over other manufacturers, which allows for the shortest lead times possible, from concept to finished product.

Take a look at the types of ladle applications we offer: 

Ladle Bottoms

• U.S. Refractory Products spiral-start design base layer for quick and easy brick stacking saving time and money
• Proprietary engineered ceramic blends ensure longest-life performance of product
• Unique casting process ensuring uniform material distribution
• State-of-the-art curing:  PLC computer controlled customized for maximum durability
• Optional zoning for increased life in high wear areas

Ladle Covers (New/Refurbished)

• Optional bolt-on replacement sections for maximized life
• U.S.R.P. Covers can be a composite of Refractory, Ceramic Fiber, or a specific combination of both
• Optional zoning areas for maximum life
• Optional weight reduction available to maximize heat size
• State-of-the-art curing:  PLC computer controlled customized for maximum durability
• Optional NDT Inspection and Report available

Ladle Lips

• U.S.R.P. Ladle Lips are critical as they: retain brick compression, provide impact resistance, and increase durability during clean-up/de-skulling
• Designed and manufactured in any angle configuration and geometry providing a precise fitment
• Various alumina formulas available combined with a high concentration of stainless steel fibers for maximum life performance and high durability
• Designed with unique internal steelwork geometry increasing performance over other competitior's designs
• Bolt-on or keyed type retainers are available

Ladle Preheater

Hot Strip Doors

Pre-Mix Bulk Castables

• High quality, proprietary castable mixes designed for your specific application, cost and performance goals

• 60 – 90 Alumina formulations available

• Can be made in any bag weight requirement

• Specific mixing instructions for consistency

• Initial on-site support

• High visibility placard labeling for easy identification of material and weight

• Loaded on standard tow motor pallets for easy transportation

If you're interested in our tundish applications, fill out the form on this page or give us a call.