DESCRIPTION
Z-Blok refractory fibre modules are lightweight,
insulating linings made in block form for direct attachment to industrial
furnace and kiln shells. Z-Blok modules are designed to simplify and speed up
furnace lining installation while providing a wide range of significant operating
benefits. Z-Blok refractory fibre modules are formed from three basic
components:
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An insulating portion consisting of an
accordion-pleated, continuous piece of Morgan Thermal Ceramics refractory fibre
materials: Cerablanket, Cerachem or Cerachrome Blanket.
·
Stainless steel reinforcement and mounting hardware
made up of beams positioned within the folds and connected by tabs to a channel
on the cold face of Z-Blok module. The channel is designed to slide freely on
the stainless steel clip which is attached to the furnace shell.
·
Compression banding to restrain the block in a 305
x 305mm dimension.
After attachment to the furnace shell in a parquet
pattern, the compression restraints are removed and the refractory fibre
expands. This produces a tight, gap-free insulating furnace liner with all
metal parts isolated from high temperatures because of their position adjacent
to the cold face.
ADVANTAGES
·
A Z-Blok furnace offers the furnace user, as well as the
builder, many advantages:
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Fast installation
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Efficient attachment design
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Gap-free lining
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Immediately available for operation
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Lightweight
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Low heat storage
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Thermal shock resistance
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Mechanical shock resistance
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Resilient
TYPE
Refractory Fibre Blankets in Modular Block
Form
.
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS USE TEMPERATURE
Cerablanket: 1260°C
Cerachem Blanket: 1425°C
Cerachrome Blanket: 1425°C
The maximum continuous use temperature depends on the
application. In case of doubt, refer to your local Morgan Thermal Ceramics
distributor for advice
.
AVAILABLE FORMS
Z-Blok refractory fibre modules are furnished in a number
of different configurations depending on service requirements.
MATERIAL SELECTION
The choice of the type of Blanket used in the
construction of Z-Blok modules should be determined by the characteristics and
operation of the furnace equipment to be lined. Operating temperature (steady
or cyclic), nature of ware, energy used (electricity or type of gas or oil),
furnace atmosphere, etc are some of the factors that must be taken in to
account. We would recommend, for the optimum blanket selection that the Morgan
Thermal Ceramics expert, and/or local representative, be consulted in the
initial stages of lining design.