- CEO
- Arun Agarwal
- Full Time Employees
- 97
- Sector
- Non-energy minerals
- Industry
- Construction materials
- Address
- 17, Ganesh Chandra Avenue Kolkata WB India 700013
- IPO Date
- Feb 15, 2023
- Business
- Associated Ceramics Ltd. is an established Indian manufacturer specializing in refractory products used in heat containment industries. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Kolkata, the company produces a diverse range of refractory bricks and materials including fire clay refractories (superduty, highduty, medium duty, low duty bricks), special purpose refractories such as zircon, zirmul, zircon mullite, magnesite zircon bricks, silicon carbide refractory bricks, alumina-zirconia-silicate bonded bricks, and corundum bricks. The company also manufactures high alumina refractories including multipurpose refractories, phosphate bonded bricks, alumina chrome bricks, insulation refractories produced through a sister company, and basic refractories such as burned magnesite bricks, direct-bonded magnesite chrome bricks, chemically bonded magnesite chrome bricks, magnesite spinal bricks, and alumina magnesia carbon bricks. The product portfolio serves industries including glass, steel, cement, aluminum, coke oven, graphite electrode, and iron and steel.
In addition to traditional refractory products, Associated Ceramics operates a segment in solar energy, reflecting a strategic diversification beyond refractory manufacturing. The company leverages a specialized team of ceramic engineers, manufacturing engineers, and tool designers who collaborate with customers to design and produce advanced technical ceramic materials and components tailored for heat/electrical insulation, wear resistance, and chemical and industrial applications. The company has two manufacturing facilities capable of producing over 1.2 million components daily, supporting a global customer base.
Recent developments include steady growth in financial performance with significant increases in quarterly net profit and sales reported in 2025, along with a board meeting in November 2025 indicating ongoing strategic oversight. The company continues to refine its manufacturing processes and expand its product capabilities to meet evolving industry demands, maintaining a focus on cost-effective production and high-quality engineering support.
Associated Ceramics Ltd. operates primarily in India but serves diverse industrial sectors requiring specialized refractory solutions and technical ceramics, positioning itself as a comprehensive supplier for heat containment and insulation needs in heavy industries. The company remains privately managed with a workforce of approximately 250 employees under the leadership of CEO Arun Agarwal.
This description covers Associated Ceramics Ltd.'s core products, recent strategic expansions into solar energy, organizational capabilities, industry focus, and foundational corporate data reflecting its comprehensive role in technical ceramics manufacturing.