Olympic FL-8 Front Loading Kiln

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OLYMPIC FL-8 FRONT LOADING KILN Olympic Kilns FL Series Commercial Grade, Front Loading Electric Kilns Olympic Kilns FL Series kilns are the most economical way to own a commercial grade front loading kiln. These kilns are popular for busy ceramic studios and production facilities.Built to last and easy to own! If you are interested in these kilns you may want to see our special SHEFFIELD POTTERY OLYMPIC FRONT LOADER KILN PACKAGES which are this same line of kilns packaged for a special low price with the most popular options including vent, furniture, door and floor element and more! The frames of the Olympic top and front-loading commercial electric kilns are built of heavy angle iron and metal tubing. Walls are 4 1/2" insulating brick with 1" ceramic fiberboard and 1" air space created by the tube frame. The result is an energy efficient electric commercial kiln with a cooler skin and outside temperature. These commercial grade kilns are all built with double insulated floors consisting of brick and ceramic fiberboard. Thicker doors and lids have been designed for the Olympic commercial electric kilns. The front-loading kiln doors are built with heavier steel and the 4 1/2" brick insert in the door for the elements is backed by 1" x 1" steel tubing and 1" ceramic fiberboard. The ceramic fiber in the door or lid is energy efficient and forms a tight seal between the opening and body of the kiln. Olympic kilns FL series commercial kilns can be ordered as a car kiln (adds about 25%).These kilns can be customized to fit through your smallest doorway.Floor elements when selected as an option are controlled by infinite switches and can be adjusted by the kiln operator as needed. All commercial electric kilns are equipped with heavy gauge elements for long life. Industrial relays insure quiet operation and long-life and the commercial electrical boxes are hinged and simplify kiln maintenance. Custom kilns quoted upon request.If you are interested in this kiln you may want to see our special SHEFFIELD POTTERY OLYMPIC FRONT LOADER KILN PACKAGES which are this same line of kilns packaged for a special low price with these options : 6.5 inches total insulation: 4.5” Brick walls, 1” Air, 1” Insulating Board. Dual zone electronic controller Two thermocouples with protection tubes Orton Kiln mount ventilation system, installed on kiln. Stainless Steel exterior Door and Floor Elements Optional Furniture Kit includes shelves and posts for four layers Temperature Range: 0-2350˚F (cone 10) * { margin: 0; padding: 0; box-sizing: border-box; } body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 15px; line-height: 1.6; } .container { max-width: 1400px; margin: 0 auto; background-color: white; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1); } .section-title { font-size: 1.5em; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 15px; color: #333; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0ad4e; padding-bottom: 10px; } .section-title:first-child { margin-top: 0; } /* Table Wrapper for Responsiveness */ .table-wrapper { overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 30px; border-radius: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; } table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; min-width: 1000px; } th { background-color: #f2f2f2; color: #333; padding: 12px; text-align: left; 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