Ithayela Installation & Refractory Projects (Pty) Ltd is expanding the reach of its locally manufactured silicon carbide (SiC) refractory products across South Africa while strengthening its contribution to the country’s industrial economy.

Through local manufacturing, technical development and integrated site services, Ithayela supports customers operating in power generation, mining, mineral processing, kilns, furnaces and other high-temperature or high-wear environments. The company’s growing national footprint is intended to bring its products, technical expertise and refractory services closer to industrial operations in different regions of the country.

Industrial operators require refractory products that match the dimensions, equipment conditions and operating demands of their plants. Ithayela’s local production capability enables the company to work closely with customers when developing standard and specialised refractory components.

The company manufactures and supplies products including SiC tiles and bricks, wear liners, burner and duct tiles, stoker bricks, pipe liners, valve liners, sinter trays, crucibles and custom-shaped refractory components. Its technical development activities also explore new products and improved material applications for changing industrial requirements.

Local manufacturing creates an important platform for responsive technical communication, product customisation, quality control and improved coordination between manufacturing and site teams. It also keeps more manufacturing activity, technical development and industrial value within South Africa.

By producing quality refractory materials locally, Ithayela contributes to the country’s industrial supply chain and supports the development of South African manufacturing capability. The company’s growth strategy focuses on expanding access to locally produced refractory solutions while building technical knowledge, manufacturing experience and long-term industrial capacity.

Ithayela’s offering extends beyond product supply. Its teams provide refractory removal, installation, repairs, maintenance and technical support. This integrated approach allows product selection and site execution to be considered as parts of one complete refractory solution.

The company maintains management systems certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018. As a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor with 70% Black-woman ownership ,Ithayela combines local industrial development with a commitment to quality, safety and environmental responsibility.

Ithayela will present its locally manufactured SiC refractory products and service capabilities at Electra Mining Africa 2026, taking place from 7–11 September at the Johannesburg Expo Centre. Industry representatives are invited to visit Stand B15 to discuss product requirements, plant challenges and technical-development opportunities.

About Ithayela

Ithayela Installation & Refractory Projects (Pty) Ltd is a South African refractory manufacturer and industrial service provider specialising in silicon carbide products and solutions. The company serves power generation, mining, kilns, furnaces and other demanding industries through local manufacturing, supply, installation, repairs, maintenance and research and development.

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