Furnace Heat Up for the Glass Industry

At Traterme, we provide advanced and tailored solutions for heating glass furnaces. After a furnace is constructed or repaired (sometimes following drainage or before cullet filling), it is crucial to carry out a controlled heating process before resuming normal operations. This step is essential to ensure the longevity of refractories and to prevent premature damage to the furnace structure.

Why is controlled heating important in glass furnaces?

The heating process is critical because it ensures the furnace is heated gradually and evenly until it reaches its optimal operating temperature, which can exceed 1200°C. This gradual heating prevents thermal stresses that could compromise the integrity of the refractory material, ensuring the equipment can withstand the demands of continuous glass production without interruption.

Our heating technology

At Traterme, we use high-velocity burners specifically designed for the glass industry. These burners operate with excess air, allowing for positive furnace pressure control and ensuring uniform temperature distribution throughout the structure, including the regenerators. This prevents the occurrence of hot spots or cold areas that could cause damage or disrupt the furnace's efficiency.

Our burner technology allows for precise control of hot gas emissions at all stages of heating, with a temperature range from 50°C to over 1200°C, depending on the furnace's characteristics. This level of control ensures safe and efficient heating, with no risk of overheating or temperature fluctuations.

Benefits of our furnace heating service

• Increased Furnace Lifespan: By gradually heating the furnace, thermal stresses that could degrade the refractory material through expansion are minimised.

• Precise Temperature Control: Our systems allow detailed control of hot gas emissions, ensuring uniform heat distribution across all furnace areas.

• Risk Reduction: We prevent the formation of hot or stagnant areas, reducing the chances of damage during the process.
• Improved Operational Efficiency: Proper heating prepares the furnace to operate at full capacity without premature failures or unexpected repairs.

Energy consumption optimisation in glass furnaces

The use of high-efficiency burners ensures that the heating process consumes the least amount of fuel possible, reducing operational costs and helping to meet increasingly stringent environmental regulations.

How can we help you?

At Traterme, we understand that every furnace and every glass plant has specific needs. Our specialised technical team ensures that your furnace heating process is fully adapted to the particularities of your installation and the refractory curve, providing efficient, safe, and tailored service to meet your expectations.

Contact us today!
If you need safe and controlled furnace heating at your plant, do not hesitate to get in touch with our technical team. We would be delighted to advise you and provide a customised solution to meet your needs.