Ceramic Fiber Module Equipment

Folding, compression and strapping equipment for furnace lining modules

Ceramic fiber modules are pre-compressed blocks of folded blanket, fitted with an anchoring system and installed as a furnace lining in a single operation. Module equipment is a conversion stage, not a fiber-making stage: it takes finished ceramic fiber blanket and converts it into folded, compressed, strapped units ready for installation.

The core of the line is the folding and compression machine. Blanket is accordion-folded to a set number of layers, compressed to a target density, fitted with anchors or a backing plate, strapped or banded to hold compression, and then wrapped for shipping. Compression ratio is the controlling parameter — it determines both the installed density and the recovery force that keeps the module tight against the furnace shell after the straps are cut.

This is the highest-margin conversion in the ceramic fiber product family and the smallest capital step, which is why it is usually the first downstream investment a blanket producer makes. Configurations range from a semi-automatic single-station folder to a fully automatic line with robotic handling and palletising.

Technical Specifications

Module TypesFolded blanket module, Z-block, edge-grain block
Module Size300×300mm standard (customizable)
Module Thickness100mm – 300mm
Compressed Density160 – 240 kg/m³ (per design)
Compression MethodHydraulic, programmable multi-stage
StrappingSteel / PET band, automatic tensioning
Anchor OptionsHidden anchor, centre bolt, plate-mounted
Cycle TimeApprox. 40 – 90 s per module (configuration dependent)
AutomationSemi-automatic to fully automatic with palletising
Control SystemPLC + HMI with recipe storage
Power Supply380V/50Hz/3Phase (customizable)
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Process Flow

How a ceramic fiber module production equipment runs from raw material to finished product

Ceramic Fiber Module Equipment: Blanket Roll Loading → Unwinding & Measuring → Accordion Folding → Layer Counting & Inspection → Hydraulic Compression → Anchor / Backing Plate Fitting → Banding & Strapping → Wrapping → Palletising

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Applications

Where the output of this line is used

Furnace Lining Systems

Pre-compressed lining modules for heat treatment, forging and reheating furnaces.

Kiln Roofs & Walls

Anchored module systems for tunnel and shuttle kiln hot faces.

Petrochemical Heaters

Module linings in reformers and process heaters where installation speed matters.

Why This Line From Jinyuan

Engineering decisions that show up in your daily operating cost

Compression held to a recipe, not an operator

Programmable multi-stage compression with stored recipes keeps module-to-module density consistent, which is what your customer sees as uniform lining behaviour after burn-off.

Layer count verified before compression

A miscounted layer produces a module that either will not reach target density or will not install. Automatic counting and rejection removes that failure mode.

Scales from one station to a full line

Start semi-automatic and add handling, strapping and palletising later. The control system is the same, so automation is an addition rather than a replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions before ordering a ceramic fiber module production equipment

What is the difference between module types?
Folded blanket modules accordion-fold a continuous blanket strip and are the most common. Z-blocks stack folded sections in alternating directions for improved erosion resistance. Edge-grain blocks orient fiber ends toward the hot face for maximum erosion resistance. The choice depends on gas velocity and temperature at the hot face.
Do we need to make our own blanket first?
No — module equipment can be run on purchased blanket, and many converters operate this way. But if you already run a blanket line, adding module capability captures the conversion margin instead of selling blanket into it.
How is compression ratio selected?
It is set from the target installed density and the blanket density you are folding. Higher compression gives higher installed density and stronger recovery force against the shell, but requires more press tonnage. We size the press to your target module specification rather than a nominal figure.
Can one machine make several module sizes?
Yes, with changeable tooling and stored recipes for each size. Changeover time depends on how different the formats are; we will quote realistic changeover times for your specific product list.
What anchors can be fitted?
Hidden anchors, centre-bolt anchors and plate-mounted systems are all supported, with the fitting station configured to your anchor type. Anchor supply itself is usually local, and we design the station around your chosen hardware.

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