Lucideon has recently joined the Federation for International Refractory Research & Education (FIRE) as an Associated Member
The Federation for International Refractory Research and Education is a worldwide network that brings together leading universities, research institutions, and industrial companies active in the field of refractory materials.
Its mission is to strengthen refractory science and engineering by linking high level academic education with industrial needs, ensuring a steady pipeline of well qualified professionals for the global refractory industry.
FIRE achieves this by sponsoring international research projects, supporting student and staff exchanges, and promoting joint and double‑degree programmes between universities. It acts as a bridge between academia and industry, pooling expertise from its members to align education, innovation, and applied research with real industrial challenges. Through this collaborative model, FIRE helps advance knowledge, foster innovation, and reinforce the long‑term competitiveness of the refractory sector worldwide.
With the recent establishment of the Refractories Centre of Excellence, Lucideon's end‑to‑end refractories capabilities — from formulation and processing through to performance evaluation in harsh, high‑temperature environments, align well with FIRE's objective of bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industrial application. Through its advanced testing facilities, pilot‑scale capabilities, and cross‑sector materials expertise, Lucideon can complement FIRE's international network, research programmes, and educational initiatives.
Enya Collier, Product Marketing Manager for Aerospace & Nuclear at Lucideon, said:
"Lucideon is pleased to join the Federation for International Refractory Research and Education, leveraging our advanced materials characterisation, high‑temperature testing, and pilot‑scale processing capabilities to contribute to collaborative research on refractory performance, degradation mechanisms, and next‑generation sustainable formulations."
» To find out more about the Federation for International Refractory Research and Education, visit fire-refractory.org
April 2026