Refractory Services in Kentucky & Beyond

When performance matters, Kentucky turns to Schad. From emergency repairs to full-furnace rebuilds, our Louisville-area team is built for the work others won’t touch. We back it with responsive service, fabrication capabilities, and over 80 years of expertise.

Industries We Serve: Tailored Solutions for the Region's Key Sectors

Aluminum

Melters, holders, launders, pump wells, headboxes — we’ve seen it all and solved it all. From small patchwork to full furnace rebuilds, aluminum producers trust our Louisville crews for consistent quality and rapid turnarounds.

Petrochemical

Heaters, boilers, cat crackers, and sulfur units — we show up ready when every hour of downtime costs.

Energy & Incineration

We tackle fireboxes, kilns, and combustion systems with precision refractory work that holds up under pressure.

Mineral Processing

Shotcrete and ramming services for kilns, preheaters, and process lines — all supported by pre-planning and off-site fab options.

Iron & Steel

Full refractory systems for tilt runners, ladles, tundishes, and cupolas. Delivered safely, accurately, and on schedule.

Glass

We bring care and clarity to glass rebuilds, delivering heat-resilient materials with minimal interruption.

Excellence

Southern Reach, Schad Standards

From Floyds Knobs to Lexington and throughout the aluminum corridor, our Louisville team brings the horsepower of a national refractory leader with the access of a local partner. We’re quick to mobilize, thorough in our planning, and relentless when it comes to performance.

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Ross Lee

President

Brian Bortner

Logistics Director

Brad Shoff

Safety Director

Tyler VanWinkle

Regional Director – Louisville

Stuart McManus

Regional Director – Louisville

Trusted by the People Who Can’t Afford Delays

Our work happens behind the scenes, but our reputation doesn’t. See what our partners say when the heat is on, the margin is thin, and failure isn’t an option.

"Schad Refractory has been an absolute game-changer for our operations in numerous ways. Their unwavering commitment to quality and safety is truly unparalleled in the industry, which is why they have become our go-to partner for all refractory solutions. Not only do they provide exceptional products, but they also prioritize customer satisfaction and consistent performance, ensuring that our needs are always met with the highest standards.”

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Why Schad

Quality That Runs Deep

Our crews don’t just know refractory—they live it. From the floor of our Detroit shop to job sites across the country, every project starts with the same promise: deliver work that’s strong enough for our own backyard. Whether you’re in automotive, steel, energy, or glass, we bring the grit, experience, and rapid response you can count on.

Rapid Response Services

Downtime isn’t optional. When the call comes in, our crews are already on the move — ready for shutdowns, repairs, and pressure-packed turnarounds.

Experts in Aluminum Industry

Whether it’s a melt-hold furnace or a complex launder system, we’ve got the materials, manpower, and methods to keep it online.

Refractory Installations

We handle full installs, relines, and repairs across all major industries, with a specialty focus on aluminum.

Pre-Construction Planning

We partner early with engineers and plant managers to spec the right materials, plan for constructability, and reduce install-day friction.

Email

Need to spec materials or request a quote? Let’s talk. contact@schadrefractory.com

Phone

Looking for fast answers and real help? Give us a ring. 812-951-9842

Office

Located just outside Louisville, serving the region’s toughest jobs. 3301 E. Luther Road
Floyds Knobs, IN 47119