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Kiln Connection: Pressure Control in Tunnel Kilns, Part 2

February 23, 2012

By Ralph Ruark

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As discussed in Part 1 (CI, September 2011), internal kiln pressure in a tunnel kiln governs airflow direction and affects temperature uniformity, soaking time, and energy consumption. Management of the kiln pressure profile makes a huge difference in kiln stability.

Just Say No (to Clay)!

February 24, 2012

By Doug Thurman

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The elimination of clay from the firing process can improve high-temperature ceramic production economics.

Harrop Increases Toll Firing Capacity

May 11, 2012

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Harrop recently announced it has commissioned two new electrically heated elevator kilns in its Columbus, Ohio, toll firing facility to fulfill ongoing demand.

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July 2, 2012

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New Product Highlights from Ceramic Industry's July 2012 Issue.

SACMI Provides Equipment for Polish Ceramic Plant

August 29, 2012

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SACMI recently announced the startup and commissioning of a double-layer kiln with a total tile output of 12,000 m2/day at Cerrad, a Polish klinker producer.

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Kiln Connection: High-Velocity Burners

September 4, 2012

By Ralph Ruark

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High-velocity (HV) burners have been installed on many older kilns, typically with the goal of achieving better temperature uniformity and efficiency.

Web-Based Kiln Monitoring

September 4, 2012

By Neal Yanoff

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Web-based kiln monitoring systems can be useful, but a diverse set of variables can affect their design and implementation.

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Kiln Lining Solutions

October 2, 2012

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Efficiency and effectiveness in the manufacturing process are greatly increased through the use of high-performance refractory products.

Kiln Connection: Improving Operations

November 1, 2012

By Ralph Ruark

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What makes for a good kiln operating strategy?

Paragon Kiln Factory Installs CNC Router

November 8, 2012

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Paragon Industries L.P. recently announced it has just added a third CNC computer-controlled firebrick router to its Mesquite, Texas, factory.

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