Refractory Services in Ohio & Beyond

From steel mills to specialty glass and aluminum operations, Ohio runs on materials that demand relentless performance. That’s where we come in. Schad’s Ohio team brings deep regional expertise, full-spectrum refractory capabilities, and the rapid response service that keeps production on schedule—no matter what.

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

Iron & Steel

Furnaces, ladles, tundishes, tilt runners, cupolas. Schad teams handle full refractory systems with accuracy and care.

Non-Ferrous Metal

From die cast furnaces to transport lids and circulating pumps. Whether it’s a small repair or a full install, we’ve done it all.

Mineral Processing

Kilns, preheaters, shotcrete, ramming plastic. We handle demolition and rebuild services with minimal downtime.

Glass

Tank construction, furnace linings, and heat-intensive solutions built for the precision that glass operations require.

Petrochemical

Cat crackers, SRUs, heaters, boilers. Our fireproofing, specialty linings, and emergency repairs keep critical processes moving.

Heat Treating

Maintenance and replacements for heat treat furnaces and gas generators. Backed by stocked refractory materials and fast response times.

Excellence

Regional Strength, National Standards

In Ohio’s fast-paced industrial landscape, we don’t just keep up—we set the pace. From helping aluminum producers optimize furnace efficiency to supporting complex glass rebuilds and petrochemical upgrades, Schad Ohio delivers more than refractory work. We deliver uptime, reliability, and the confidence to push production forward.

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Ross Lee

President

Brian Bortner

Logistics Director

Brad Shoff

Safety Director

Matt Sam

Regional Director – Youngstown

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.

"Their unwavering commitment to excellence in quality is truly unmatched in the entire industry, setting a remarkably high standard that few, if any, can genuinely aspire to reach, and it serves as a benchmark, inspiring others to strive for greater achievements."

Maintenance Manager

Schad Quality

Built for the Buckeye State’s Toughest Work

Our Ohio teams aren’t just an extension of Schad—they’re an engine of expertise in their own right. With deep relationships across the region’s manufacturing and industrial sectors, this crew knows what it takes to keep critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.

Rapid Response Services

When the clock’s ticking, we show up fast. Our Ohio crews are built for emergency shutdowns, fast repairs, and time-sensitive turnarounds.

Refractory Installations

From new furnace builds to relines and upgrades, we’ve handled every kind of install under the Midwest sun.

Off-Site Fabrication

Need it lined, welded, or rebuilt off-site? Our specialty shop services deliver prefabricated assemblies with less on-site disruption.

Pre-Construction Planning

We support EPCs, engineers, and plant managers with estimating, material spec guidance, constructability reviews, and more.

Email

Need a quote, a quick answer, or a second set of eyes? We’re on it. contact@schadrefractory.com

Phone

Talk to someone who knows the job site, not just the area code. 330-272-1941

Office

Centrally located. Strategically stocked. Ready when the job says “now.” 3700 Oakwood Ave
Austintown, OH 44515