Figure 1. Kiln temperature data at various locations in the kiln setting. Kilns should be the foundation of the ceramic factory, producing consistent results, creating zero defects and performing efficiently.

SPECIAL SECTION/FIRING & DRYING: CM Furnaces Celebrates 65 Years

June 1, 2011

By Teresa McPherson

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CM Furnaces has produced over 4500 furnaces during its 65 years in operation.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Burner Control System

April 1, 2011

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A new relay-logic control panel provides flame supervision, temperature control and equencing for single-burner combustion control applications.

CASE STUDY: Renewable Resource R&D

April 1, 2011

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Harper International has designed a furnace system with dual functionality for carbon-related R&D.

Toll Firing Success

April 1, 2011

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Several important factors should be considered when selecting a toll firing provider.

CASE STUDY: Consistent Firing Results

April 1, 2011

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Ross Ceramics uses Bullers Rings as an essential part of its statistical process control procedure.

Measuring Fuel Energy

April 1, 2011

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The continuous monitoring of the calorific value of mixed gaseous fuels is on the rise.

KILN CONNECTION: Understanding Variability

April 1, 2011

By Ralph Ruark

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Figure 1. The differences in temperature and the relative heating rates in this kiln are completely location-dependent. "Variability is the enemy of quality." This has become the battle cry for

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