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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.

SPECIAL REPORT/REFRACTORIES: Product Profile: High-Purity Alumina Refractory

October 1, 2009

By Doug Thurman

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Clay-free refractory formulations can greatly reduce-or even completely eliminate-contaminants within the refractory material.

The Heat Is On

September 1, 2008

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Many options are available for improving the performance of high-temperature kiln furniture systems.

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