Federation for International Refractory Research and Education
Event
09/2026 - ICR
International Colloquium on Refractories - Scientific Conference and Trade Fair
16th to 17th September 2026 - Aachen, Germany
The International Colloquium on Refractories ICR® is a world-renowned event held annually in the city of Aachen. Last year, we were delighted to welcome over 700 participants to the scientific conference and the accompanying trade fair.
This confirms the ICR's position as the leading event for the refractory industry in Europe and at the same time as a social event.
Last news
Highlight of FIRE Alumni - Mathilda Derensy - Institute of Mineral Resources Engineering, RWTH Aachen University - Germany
My interest in refractories began during my engineering studies in ceramics at ENSCI Limoges, when I discovered that the refractory specialisation offered an international research experience through the FIRE program. I quickly realised that refractories are far more complex and fascinating than simple bricks.
Imerys & FIRE: Driving Innovation in Refractories Through Global Collaboration
I had the immense pleasure of being invited to talk about cooperative refractory research and education during the plenary session of the 20th China National Youth Academic Symposium on Refractories last May. The event took place in Yangzhou, China, and served as a perfect platform to promote the key mission of the Federation of International Refractory Research and Education (FIRE).
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Contact us for any information and/or to Become Member of FIRE: fire@ecers.org
