Rubicon Refractories, Inc.

Refractory solutions for steel, foundry, and aluminum industries.

Family-owned and American-made since 1985.

A family legacy in steel

We are a third-generation, American refractory company, serving steel, foundry, and aluminum companies in North America. Our founder, Jack Schwer, led the industry in 1985 with innovative precast refractory shapes that replaced traditionally bricked solutions, which now serve as industry standards.

Jack Schwer in a dark business suit with a patterned tie, smiling and sitting at a table in a wooden-paneled room.

The Rubicon Difference

At Rubicon Refractories, we provide tailored solutions with decades of expertise.

  1. Hands-On Approach: Our highly experienced team dives into every challenge—whether it’s designing custom products to solving unique technical issues.

  2. In-House Craftsmanship: We control every step of the manufacturing process with minimal outsourcing to ensure precision and quality, delivering products built to your exact specifications.

  3. Rapid Response: Our in-house capabilities allow us to turn projects around at a moment’s notice, keeping your operations running without delay.

  4. Personalized Partnership: Rubicon is not just a supplier, we’re your trusted partner. We offer personable service and solutions - no 800 numbers or service tickets here.

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Events

  • A logo for AISTech 2025, an event scheduled from May 5 to 8, 2025, at Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee, USA.

    Steelmaking Refractories – A Practical Training Seminar

    October 21-23, 2025

    Cincinnati, OH

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  • SMU Steel Summit logo with blue and orange triangle design.

    Modern Electric Furnace Steelmaking Training Seminar

    February 2-6, 2025

    Las Vegas, NV

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  • AISTech 2026

    May 4-6. 2026

    Pittsburgh, PA

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Let’s Build Together

Contact us to solve your toughest challenges and experience the Rubicon difference.

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