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What Are the 10 Main Types of Industrial Kilns?
by Therser UK on 18-Jul-2024 10:58:23
What Are the 10 Main Types of Industrial Kilns?
- Electric Kilns: Commonly used in small to medium-sized industries, these kilns are known for their ease of use and precise temperature control. They are widely used for ceramics, glass, and metal heat-treating.
- Gas Kilns: Utilized in larger production environments, gas kilns can reach higher temperatures than electric kilns and are often used for ceramics and metal processing. They can be fueled by natural gas or propane.
- Wood-Fired Kilns: Traditional kilns that use wood as fuel. They are primarily used in the ceramics industry for their unique firing effects and are valued for the aesthetic qualities they impart on the finished products.
- Salt/Soda Kilns: These kilns introduce salt or soda during the firing process to create a glaze on the ceramic pieces. They are used in specialty ceramics for their distinctive surface effects.
- Tunnel Kilns: Continuous kilns used in large-scale manufacturing processes, where materials move through a long, tunnel-like chamber. They are used in industries like brick, tile, and refractory manufacturing.
- Rotary Kilns: Cylindrical kilns that rotate slowly on their axis. They are used in cement manufacturing, lime production, and for processing other minerals.
- Periodic Kilns: Also known as batch kilns, these are loaded and fired in batches rather than continuously. They are used in a variety of industries, including ceramics, glass, and metallurgy.
- Bell Kilns: Featuring a removable bell-shaped cover, these kilns allow for easy loading and unloading. They are used for annealing glass and metals.
- Car Kilns: These have a movable hearth or car that can be loaded outside the kiln and then moved into the firing chamber. They are used in industries requiring the firing of large or heavy items.
- Vacuum Kilns: Used for drying wood and other materials, vacuum kilns operate under reduced pressure to speed up the drying process and improve energy efficiency.
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