Risto Ristovski

What Industry Really Knows About the future of work AI and the Narrative of Transformation A recently published chart by Anthropic, mapping professions potentially affected by artificial intelligence, which has attracted a lot of attention, fits neatly into an increasingly dominant narrative: that we are on the brink of a radical transformation of work, where […]

In recent years, the European Union has launched the most comprehensive set of regulations in its history, aiming to make Europe the first carbon-neutral continent by 2050. The goal is to minimize CO₂ emissions in industry, energy, and transport while compensating for the remaining ones through renewable sources, recycling, and new technologies. Although these regulations

Over the past years, the alumina monolithics portfolio has grown significantly through the integration of several companies with strong regional positions. This development has brought a wealth of technologies but also complexity in nomenclature and product recognition. In the world of heavy industry, where every hour of operation is measured in productivity and process stability,

For more than a decade, HTR Refractories has established itself as a recognized name in the region—not only as a representative of international industrial material producers, but also as a vital bridge between global leaders and local industry. Over ten years ago, when we identified the need for continuous, expert support in customers’ day-to-day operations,

In the complex chain of cement production, special steel castings occupy a central place. They are not just structural elements, but key factors that determine the efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of the entire process. From raw material grinding to clinker cooling, each casting has its role – to protect vital equipment components, to direct the

How the Planning, Maintenance, and Timely Delivery of Refractory Materials Affect Production Reliability and Efficiency In core industries whose production processes involve operations at extremely high temperatures—such as metallurgy, cement manufacturing, and related sectors—the timely delivery of refractory materials is an operational priority. In environments where every weld, shutdown, or kiln restart generates significant costs

We are pleased to announce that HTR Refractories has become one of the signatories of the “Partnership for Equality” initiative, part of the important project “Promoting Equality in the Field of Work and Employment – Joint Initiative for Workplace Equality,” implemented by the Commissioner for the Protection of Equality with the support of the German Development Cooperation

We are pleased to inform you that HTR Refractories has become the official and exclusive representative of SEMAO Solution SL from Spain for the Serbian market and the Southeast Europe region. Through this strategic partnership, we are expanding our portfolio with high-quality solutions for oxyfuel cutting and spare parts for continuous casting processes, providing our

The role of refractory materials in incinerator operation is essential for efficient and environmentally responsible waste management. Incinerators, as key components in waste-to-energy plants, help reduce the volume of waste and generate energy. However, their operation can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the need to improve the technologies and materials used in these processes.

We are pleased to announce that as of March 2025, HTR Refractories has become the official sales agent for the Refliner™ brand in this region. Through this partnership, HTR Refractories further strengthens its offering of high-quality materials for the chimney systems and thermal insulation industry. Refliner™, a brand of the renowned company RHI Magnesita, specializes in ceramic flue liners and high-quality fireclay materials. These products