South Africa's #1 Furnace Spares Engineering & Design Specialist

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Welcome to Furncor

We Specialize in Complete Electrode Systems and Furnace Roofs

We are dedicated to providing top-tier manufacturing of furnace components and specialized services that meet the unique needs of each client. Founded in 1993 as a focused engineering firm, we have grown into a global leader in the furnace spares industry, serving a diverse international clientele from our headquarters in Middelburg.

At Furncor, collaboration and customization are at the core of our operations. Our team of expert engineers and technicians embraces a client-centric approach, recognizing the distinctiveness of each project and delivering solutions with precision and care. Our goal is to forge lasting relationships based on trust, where exceptional, personalized service is the standard.

Our Products

Quality Guaranteed

Mild Steel & Stainless Steel Fabrication

We offer a variety of water-cooled panels and sections, made from durable stainless steel or mild steel, suitable for use around furnace and electrode columns for enhanced longevity.

Our Products

Quality Guaranteed

Forged Contact Shoes / Pads

Experience optimal performance with our Forged Contact Shoes/Pads, designed for superior current transfer and durability:

Features:

High-Conductivity Copper: Forged or rolled from a minimum of 99.98% pure copper, ensuring a minimum conductivity of 97% for efficient current transfer.
Advanced Cooling: Features water cooling using series cooling ports for enhanced efficiency.
Double Insulation: Insulated from the mantle with a double insulating assembly to ensure safety and stability.
Precision Craftsmanship: Machined and welded to meet stringent ISO standards.
Tested for Quality: Flow and pressure tested to guarantee reliable performance.
Warranty: Backed by a 5-year warranty on workmanship for peace of mind.

These features ensure that our Forged Contact Shoes/Pads deliver reliable and efficient performance in demanding environments.

Locking Plate Design Pressure Rings

Experience unmatched durability and efficiency with our Locking Plate Design Pressure Rings, engineered for superior thermal transfer and material strength:

Features:

High-Conductivity Copper: Forged or rolled from a minimum of 99.98% pure copper, ensuring a minimum conductivity of 97% for efficient current transfer.
Advanced Cooling: Features water cooling using series cooling ports with a unique design to extend product life.
Robust Connection: Stainless steel locking plates connect units, providing a strong connection that is easy to disassemble if necessary.
Flexible Installation: Accommodates both welded and loose bellow arrangements for versatile application.

These features ensure the Locking Plate Design Pressure Rings deliver reliable performance and longevity in demanding environments.

Loose Bellow Unit

Maximize operational efficiency and longevity with our Loose Bellow Units, crafted from Stainless Steel 304 for superior durability:

Features:

Advanced Material: Made from high-grade Stainless Steel 304, ensuring robust performance in demanding conditions.
Innovative Design: Features a diaphragm design that eliminates the need for rubber and convolution type expansion units, significantly extending the unit’s lifespan.
Proven Performance: With over 1500 units successfully operating in various furnace operations worldwide, our loose bellow units has surpassed all previous models in performance.
Enhanced Durability: Each bellow is insulated to prolong life and prevent failures caused by arcing, enhancing reliability and safety.

These units are designed to offer exceptional performance and reliability, ensuring it meets the high standards required in furnace operations.

Heat Shields

Enhance the durability and functionality of your equipment with our Heat Shields, manufactured from high-quality 304 stainless steel:

Features:

Premium Material: Constructed from 304 stainless steel for ultimate strength and resistance to high temperatures.
Efficient Cooling: Designed with a smart coolant flow system that prioritizes critical sections first, ensuring optimal thermal management.
Robust Design: Features a channel and plate design that adds structural strength and longevity.
Trusted by Industry Leaders: Currently in use by major entities like Glencore Group, Samancor Group, Transalloys, and various furnace design houses in South Africa.

Our Heat Shields are engineered to provide superior protection and performance in challenging industrial environments.

Stainless Steel Mantles

Maximize durability and ease of installation with our Stainless Steel Mantles, available in both split and solid designs:

Features:

High-Quality Material: Crafted from 304 stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting strength and corrosion resistance.
Innovative Split Design: Allows for easy installation without the need to discard the electrode, saving time and resources.
Solid Mantle Option: Offers a robust alternative, providing a continuous solid mantle for enhanced protection and longevity.
Integrated Bracketing System: Ensures a secure and straightforward installation process, supporting both mantle configurations for increased flexibility.

These mantles are designed to meet the rigorous demands of various industrial applications, providing flexibility and efficiency in maintenance and replacement.

New Copper Risers and Connectors

Enhance electrical efficiency with our Copper Risers and Connectors, crafted for optimal performance:

Features:

High-Quality Copper: Made from extruded high-grade copper, consistent with the superior copper grade used in our other components.
Forged Copper Connectors: Designed with high conductivity to ensure effective current transfer at joints.
Durable and Efficient: Our risers and connectors are engineered for longevity and maximum electrical efficiency, suitable for various industrial applications.

These components are designed to provide reliable and efficient electrical performance, ensuring your systems operate at their best with minimal maintenance required.

Water-cooled Jumpers and Water Piping

Revolutionize your electrode system with our advanced Water-cooled Jumpers and Piping, designed for enhanced safety and accessibility:

Features:

Innovative Design: Features new soldered connections on bellow and pressuring units, eliminating the need for lower electrode water-cooled jumpers.
Improved Accessibility: Allows for easy access to connections at the top of the electrode system shields without the need to remove components like heat shields.
Reliable Joint Methodology: Based on a contact shoe joint methodology, this design ensures the safest and most durable joint, significantly reducing the risk of threaded or flex joint failure and leaks.

This system is engineered to provide a more streamlined and secure setup, offering substantial maintenance advantages and improved system reliability.

New Solid Copper Feed Chute Tips

Upgrade your furnace operations with our Solid Feed Chute Tips, designed for maximum durability and efficiency:

Features:

High-Quality Copper: Forged from 99.98% pure copper with 97% IACS conductivity, ensuring optimal electrical and thermal performance.
Innovative Construction: Developed from solid forged copper blocks, drilled to incorporate water ports for supreme cooling efficiency.
Enhanced Protection: Features a proven durable inner liner that protects against friction and wear caused by material loaded into the furnace.

These chute tips are crafted to enhance furnace operation, combining superior materials and engineering for long-lasting performance and reliability.

Busbars

Optimize the distribution of high electrical currents in your smelting furnaces with our Busbars:

Features:

Our Busbars are crafted to enhance the safety and efficiency of your furnace operations, ensuring smooth and continuous power distribution under extreme conditions.

Bustubes

Enhance your smelting operations with our Bustubes, designed for superior cooling and electrical conductivity:

Features:

Our Bustubes are engineered to meet the high demands of modern smelting operations, providing reliability and improved operational efficiency.

Furncor Slipping Device

Introducing the Furncor Slipping Device, engineered for reliability and flexibility in industrial applications:

Features:

Advanced Design: Combines various slipping methodologies to create a unit that provides clamping action both centrifugally and radially.
Fail-Safe System: Equipped with a spring-applied and hydraulic release action, ensuring reliable performance under all conditions.
Maintenance Friendly: Designed for easy upkeep, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
Customizable Options: Available in both heavy-duty and light-duty models to suit different operational needs and budget requirements.

Optimize your operations with our slipping devices, tailored to deliver safety and efficiency without compromising on quality.

Our Services

Customer Service is Our Top Priority

Design

Crafting tailored solutions that meet specific project needs.

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Manufacturing

Delivering custom-built solutions with advanced manufacturing techniques.

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Machining

Utilizing cutting-edge technology to produce high-quality machined parts.

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Site Services

Ensuring optimal installation and maintenance for sustained operational efficiency.

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NDT Testing

Offering comprehensive testing methods to maintain safety and equipment integrity.

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Customer Reviews

What Our Clients Say

"The level of professionalism and expertise displayed by Furncor is unmatched. They really understand the intricacies of our project requirements. Highly recommended!"

"I was thoroughly impressed by their attention to detail and customer service. The project was completed on time and exceeded all my expectations. A truly world-class service!"

"From the initial consultation to the final inspection, the service was impeccable. They really took the time to understand our requirements and delivered beyond our expectations."

"The team was incredibly responsive and their expertise was evident in the quality of work delivered. I couldn't be happier with the results and look forward to future collaborations."