Advancing the Thermal
Industry since 1970
One of the UK's leading manufacturers of monolithic and precast refractory shapes
Robert Lickley Refractories Ltd delivers high-performance refractory solutions built on decades of expertise and cutting-edge tech. We support steel, aluminium, petrochemical, and energy industries with durable, reliable materials that boost efficiency and safety.
Driven by innovation, we design cost-effective, tailored systems that cut downtime and maximise performance.
As we enter the second generation of ownership, our focus on environmental responsibility has never been greater - Not Added, Embedded.
Through continuous improvement and strong partnerships, we are a UK leading independent refractory manufacturer, delivering high-quality, dependable solutions.

Monolithics
Manufacturing a full range of monolithic refractory solutions, designed for reliability in high-temperature industries. Our advanced castables, plastics, and ramming mixes support both traditional applications and new and emerging technologies, including challenging gas environments. We deliver durable, high-performance solutions tailored to the future of industry.

Refractory Pre-Cast Shapes
High-quality precast refractory shapes, designed for durability and efficiency in extreme heat environments. Precision-engineered to meet client specifications, our precast solutions reduce installation time and improve performance in kilns, furnaces, and industrial applications. Trust our expertise for reliable, long-lasting refractory components tailored to your operational needs.

Wet Refractory Cement
Specialising in refractory products, we develop and manufacture in-house high-adhesion solutions built for extreme heat environments. Designed for efficiency and longevity, our formulations ensure seamless application and lasting protection, meeting the evolving demands of industries from metal production to renewable energy and advanced engineering applications.

Bricks
Our extensive supply network enables us to source and deliver bricks to any specification. Whether your project requires high-alumina, insulating, or custom-shaped bricks, we can provide reliable, high-quality solutions to meet the needs of any application—ensuring performance, compatibility, and peace of mind across industries, from large-scale infrastructure to bespoke, specialised projects of every size.
Trusted Refractory Solutions. Built on Experience. Engineered for the future
High performance services tailored to the demands of modern industry
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Modern Manufacturing. Proven Quality.
State-of-the-art production facilities delivering consistency, precision, and traceability across every batch.
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Expertise You Can Rely On.
Our skilled technicians and materials specialists bring decades of experience to every refractory challenge.
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Tailored to Your Industry.
We work closely with each customer to design solutions that meet exacting thermal, mechanical, and operational demands.
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Independent. Responsible. Focused.
As a family-owned business, we combine flexibility with long-term thinking—committed to quality, sustainability, and service.
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