Englo - Solar Hybrid Kiln
Total square footage of roof area. Note any conduit and fixtures on the roof that cannot be relocated. This would reduce effective area of roof. Location of Kiln. Mapping of the Geographical location.
Site Visit by Engineering & ContractorTake pictures & measurements of roof areaNote any issues on roof area• Exhaust Vents• Electrical conduit and steam line runs• Structures• Roof integrity• Job and roof access• Does the roof need resealed? Establish a preliminary ducting planPlan ducting route|
Establish an install timeline• Kiln Shutdown for PM• Working while kiln is in operation EngineeringSolar Wall Configuration design for square footage and obstructionsSection that will maximize energy recovery Fan Selection• CFM determined by square footage
• CFM required for maximum energy recovery• Electrical Requirements– VFD Panels Ducting• CFM requirement and determine the size of ducting for low static• Obstructions that would cause custom designs– Walkways– Steam piping