Off-Site Services
Our Detroit facility fabricates custom refractory components that install fast, last longer, and make shutdowns more efficient.
Fabrication Built to Fit
We’ve been fabricating complex refractory shapes for decades. Whether you need a custom burner tile or a full furnace rebuild kit, our off-site services team builds it right, tests it thoroughly, and gets it to you on schedule. You’ll save time in the field — and gain peace of mind knowing it was done by the same people who install it.
Tailored to Your Specs
Everything we build starts with your needs. Drawings, conditions, tolerances — we factor it all in before we begin.
Built by Experts
We don’t just make shapes — we understand where they’re going and what they’ll be up against.
Efficient Turnaround
Time is critical. Our process is streamlined for quick delivery, even during tight shutdown windows.
Tested and Tracked
We maintain documentation and testing protocols to ensure every part we ship meets performance expectations.
Solutions You Can Install With Confidence
Tilt Runners & Furnaces
We regularly repair and replace miscellaneous items such as tilt runners, over the road crucibles, furnace doors, launder systems, etc. as well as regularly fabricate and line complete assemblies such as furnaces and duct systems.
Furnace Doors
Our team rebuilds and lines furnace doors in-house, ensuring thermal integrity and durability before they ever reach your site.
Launder Systems
From small repairs to full replacements, we fabricate complete launder systems with flow performance and thermal resistance in mind.
Full Assembly Builds
We don’t just fix parts — we fabricate complete furnace and duct assemblies off-site and deliver them ready for installation.
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Let’s talk specs, timelines, and how we can take it off your plate.
Precision
Built to Spec and Fabricated to Last.
Off-site services only works when it works perfectly. That’s why we execute every aspect to exact specifications using proven methods, precise tools, and decades of thermal expertise. Whether you’re relining a launder system or replacing an entire furnace, we’re your behind-the-scenes powerhouse.
- Expert support from initial drawings to final fit
- Custom fabrication for complex assemblies
- Tight tolerances and material selection guidance
Quality
Why Choose Schad for Off-Site Services?
When you need it fast, need it done right, and can’t afford a second round, we’re the partner you call. We combine high-end craftsmanship with practical field knowledge to deliver results that hold up where it counts.
Rapid Turnaround
Field-Ready Builds
Custom Solutions
Seamless Integration
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Connect with our team to see how we can support your next job.
FAQs
Get answers to your most pressing questions about refractory materials and products.
What kinds of components can you fabricate off-site?
We regularly fabricate and line furnace doors, tilt runners, crucibles, launder systems, duct assemblies, and more. If it needs heat resistance and precision, we can likely build it.
Can you handle both repair and full fabrication?
Yes — we repair, rebuild, or fabricate entirely new components based on your needs. Our shop handles everything from minor fixes to fully assembled systems.
How do I get a quote for a custom build?
Start with a quick conversation. We’ll review your specs, materials, and timeline to get you an accurate quote fast.
Do you handle lining and insulation too?
Absolutely. We specialize in full-service fabrication, which includes proper lining, anchoring, and insulation tailored to your application.
How fast can you turn around a build?
Turnaround times vary by complexity and current shop capacity, but we’re known for moving fast and delivering when we say we will. Need it rushed? We’ll try to make it happen.