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FOUR IGLOO [1 record]

Record 1 2005-11-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Ovens and Baking (Ceramics)
CONT

A permanent, downdraft, igloo-style kiln that optimizes firing. The kiln provides an even temperature that can reach 900°C. Compared to a traditional oven, firewood consumption is at least 50% less. The kiln can also use alternative energy sources such as peat, used engine oil, rice and coconut husks, sawdust, coffee hulls, and other agricultural by-products. The igloo kiln is composed of bricks and clay mortar, and has an average capacity of 55,000 bricks.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Fours et cuisson (Céramique industrielle)
DEF

Four en maçonnerie à tirage inversé, en forme d'igloo, en usage notamment en Afrique, alimenté au bois ou avec des matières végétales sèches, employé pour la production de briques cuites.

OBS

iglou : Cette graphie, puisée des Rectifications de l'orthographe recommandées par le Conseil supérieur de la langue française, est attestée dans le Petit Robert (2004).

Spanish

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