Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Refractory Materials in Minneapolis
Since 1924, Smith-Sharpe Fire Brick Supply has been a trusted provider of high-temperature insulation and refractory materials. Our expertise spans over 90 years of delivering dependable products sourced from manufacturers with proven performance records. Our dedicated team combines technical knowledge with hands-on experience to address specific high-temperature application challenges. We prioritize timely order fulfillment at competitive prices, regardless of project scale.Our capabilities include complete refractory installation, from tuck-pointing to full demolition and replacement, with compliance certifications including OSHA, MSHA, and Avetta membership. We serve diverse industries requiring specialized solutions for boilers, furnaces, kilns, and industrial heating systems.
Services
Refractory Material Supply
Fire Brick Installation
Boiler Repair Services
Kiln Maintenance
Ceramic Fiber Insulation
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- We offer over 90 years of specialized refractory industry experience
- Our team provides technical expertise for complex high-temperature applications
- We maintain competitive pricing with consistent order fulfillment timelines
- We implement comprehensive safety training programs for all employees
- We are fully insured with industry compliance certifications
Associations and certifications
- OSHA
- MSHA
Services
Refractory Material Supply
We supply high-quality refractory materials including fire bricks, castables, and ceramic fibers. Our inventory features products from trusted manufacturers like Harbison Walker and Unifrax. Materials meet industry standards for thermal performance and durability in demanding applications.
Fire Brick Installation
Our certified technicians install refractory brick systems for industrial ovens and furnaces. We use medium-duty and high-duty fire bricks with appropriate mortar joints. Projects include complete dome constructions and replacement of worn refractory linings.
Boiler Repair Services
We specialize in repairing commercial and industrial boilers including waste-to-energy and heat recovery units. Our services cover refractory replacement, tube repairs, and compliance inspections for coal-fired and thermal oxidizer systems.
Kiln Maintenance
Our team performs kiln inspections and refractory relines for ceramic and industrial applications. We use high-duty fire bricks and castables to restore kiln efficiency while maintaining dimensional accuracy and thermal integrity.
Ceramic Fiber Insulation
We provide ceramic fiber blankets and boards for insulation applications requiring flexibility and heat resistance. Our solutions include weatherproofing systems for outdoor installations using protective coatings and wire anchoring systems.
Questions
What refractory materials do you stock?
We carry fire bricks (hard and insulating), castables, refractory mortars, ceramic fibers, and specialty products like gunnite and plastic refractories.
Do you offer installation services?
Yes, we provide complete refractory installation including bricklaying, castable pouring, and ceramic fiber module installation for industrial applications.
Are you certified for industrial projects?
We maintain OSHA and MSHA compliance with Avetta contractor certification for safety and quality standards in industrial environments.
What industries do you serve?
We serve power generation, metal processing, ethanol production, and manufacturing sectors requiring thermal management solutions.
Can you help with boiler repairs?
Yes, we specialize in boiler refractory repairs including waste-to-energy units, heat recovery systems, and coal-fired boiler relines.
Do you sell oven building kits?
We don't sell complete kits but provide individual components and technical guidance for wood-fired oven construction projects.
