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Several new systems that keep moisture out of wall cavities have hit the market during the last couple of years, and they may have arrived at just the right time. More states are considering adding moisture-management requirements to their building co

The 2,200-pound Capacity Pan Mixer from Blastcrete Equipment Co. is designed for refractory installations and precast refractory shapes manufacturing.

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Masonry heaters are exceptionally clean-burning appliances known for their performance. Their efficiency is such that they can be used as the primary heating system in a home. In a well-insulated home, a single masonry heater can often heat up

inches, and not less than one times the footing projection unless reinforced. Example: For a 15" x 20" masonry unit excavate a hole approximately 4' x 5' x 4' deep. If a form were constructed to the dimensions 24" x 32" the footing projection would

withstanding a gradual buildup of flue gases to 2000 degrees fahrenheit without softening or cracking. The greater dimension of any rectangular or oval shaped flue should not be more than twice the lesser dimension. In general, most wood burning stoves w

Refractory bricklayers comprise one of the most important, yet one of the least "visible" specialties within the masonry industry. These bricklayers are relining a blast furnace where iron will be produced at temperatures reaching 3000 degrees

This bricklayer is repairing the heat-resistant refractory lining of a coke oven. Coke is produced here by subjecting coal to extremely high temperatures to drive off certain volatile elements. The coke is then used to smelt iron out of iron o