A shuttle kiln is a type of ceramic or industrial kiln that operates with a movable car or platform, allowing the ware (ceramics, pottery, or other materials) to be loaded and unloaded by moving the entire platform in and out of the kiln. This design contrasts with continuous kilns, where materials move through the kiln on a conveyor or belt.
Applications:
1.Ceramics and Pottery:Ideal for artisanal and industrial pottery.
2.Refractories: Used for firing bricks, tiles, and other high-temperature-resistant materials.
3.Glass and Metal: Sometimes used in the glass and metal industries for specific heat treatments.
| Item | Specification |
| Volume | 0.3～30 m³ |
| Max operating temperature | 200～1700 ℃ |
| Energy | Electric heating, gas or oil |
| Burner | High-speed isothermal (tempering) burner |
| Number of burners | Determined by kiln volume |
| Temperature control method | Automatic or manual temperature control, optional remote control |
| Lining material | Lightweight fiber material or refractory brick masonry |
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Structure type |
Arch coupons or suspended ceilings, swirling flames, smoke exhaust under the car or on the rear wall. |
| Applicable material | All kinds of ceramics, refractory materials, grinding wheels, powder or granular materials, etc. |
The advantages of a shuttle kiln include:
1.Flexible Loading: Easier to load and unload compared to fixed kilns.
2.Customizable Firing: Suitable for specialized or high-value ceramics that need precise temperature control.
3.Uniform Heating:Ensures even temperature distribution, which is critical for consistent product quality.
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