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Vapor Curing I

Vapor Curing I

VAPOR curing for concrete block, brick aND cast stone

A direct-fired vapor generator in conjunction with temperature sensor(s) and motorized vapor control valve(s) accelerates concrete strength gain and increases concrete quality through the controlled addition of heat and humidity.

Functions

Vapor Curing I

  • Function 1

    Vapor Curing I

    When compared to a boiler, the direct-fired vapor generator reduces operating costs by 40% to 60%. The vapor generator requires minimal space and operates at low pressure with propane or natural gas.

  • Function 2

    Vapor Curing I

    AutoCure automatically measures and controls the curing environment. All curing data and operating status is displayed on a color display.

  • Function 3

    Vapor Curing I

    In conjunction with AutoCure, the stainless steel vapor control valve provides for full automatic control of the curing process. The design and the “fit-for-purpose” materials ensure a long life and simplified maintenance.

  • Function 4

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    The vapor distribution system is designed using a pressure-drop algorithm and utilizes various diameter pipe and outlets in order to ensure even heat and humidity distribution. The insulated main distribution pipe outside the curing area reduces heat loss and provides a safe working environment.

  • Function 5

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    The NAUTILUS™ radial air exhaust system evacuates the warm moist air from the curing chamber at the conclusion of the curing cycle. This exhaust cycle provides for a dry chamber and floor as well as for drier concrete products with stronger edges, corners and more uniform splits.

  • Function 6

    Vapor Curing I

    The NAUTILUS™ radial air circulation system provides for a consistent curing environment throughout the curing chamber. All NAUTILUS™ ventilators share a proprietary heavy-duty bearing, rotor and frame design for durability and simple maintenance.

  • Function 7

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    Insulated curing chambers designed by KRAFT CURING with insulated steel clad sandwich panels and galvanized steel frames for long life durability are available for indoor or outdoor requirements. Upon request, stamped professional drawings are available to meet snow, wind or seismic load certification requirements.

Videos

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Animation: Applications of the Vapor Generator

Here you can see very well for which concrete product types the Vapor Generator can be used. In addition, the carousel curing is explained and it is shown what would be an optimal solution here.

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Steam Boiler VS Vapor Generator

In this video is explained how a Vapor Generator works and all the advantages of it compared to a steam boiler.

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Comparison - Producing Precast Concrete with Steam or Vapor

Here you can see why curing concrete products with Vapor is so much better and more environmentally friendly than with regular steam!

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Karl Doubles his Block Production with a Kraft Vapor Generator

Karl is a block producer. The demand for blocks is rising quickly and Karl‘s curing chambers do not have the capacity for more production, leaving him unable to meet demands. That is until Karl finds out about Kraft Curing Systems’ Vapor Generator!

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Vapor Generator Flyover

A standard Vapor Generator 35-2S is shown from all sides.

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Maintenance of a Vapor Mini

We have always been very precise with our machines.

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Flexibility of Vapor Generators

Different designs of Vapor Generators in their various applications.

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Vapor Generator Test

Before we ship our vapor generators, each one is tested until they are perfectly adjusted and ready to use.

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Vapor Generator Pipe Test

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Kraft Turtle Diffuser

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Animation Vapor Curing Prestressed I Beams

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Animation Vapor Re Exhaust

Benefit

Vapor Curing I

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vapor curing accelerates the concrete hardening process

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higher concrete quality through the controlled addition of heat and humidity

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rugged, dependable and durable equipment

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98% operating efficiency

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fully automatic and low pressure operation

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water-cooled 304L stainless steel combustion chamber

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harder corners and edges; less breakage

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consistent colors and reduction of efflorescence

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60% lower operating cost than a steam boiler

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small footprint, simple and safe to operate

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curing temperatures from 35 °C (95 °F) to 80 °C (180 °F)

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platinum lifetime combustion chamber warranty

Supplementary Products for Vapor Curing I

Kraft Curing

Hot Rocks®

Fully automatic system thaws and heats frozen aggregates for winter operation.

Kraft® Racks

Curing racks for the storage of concrete products during the hardening and curing process.

Insulated Curing Chambers

Suitable for all curing systems, insulated chambers reduce energy costs by 50% and prevent condensation.

AutoCure®

Measures and controls the curing temperature and relative humidity for a fully-automated and repeatable curing process.

Projects

Vapor Curing I

Technology

Direct-fired vapor for concrete curing

Vapor is used in the precast concrete industry for the accelerated curing of precast products including concrete pipe, prestressed structural concrete, concrete block, ornamentel concrete, cast stone, and assorted precast...Read More

Project

Exceeding expectations

“Calstar approached KRAFT because they bring extensive knowledge in curing of a wide range of concrete construction products, including those containing recycled materials, exactly the expertise that our product requires.”...Read More

Documents

Vapor Curing I

Vapor 1 Curing | Brochure

VAPOR CURING 1 | ACCELERATED CONCRETE CURING SYSTEM

Vapor 1 Curing | Flyer

VAPOR CURING 1 | ACCELERATED CONCRETE CURING SYSTEM

Contact

Vapor Curing I

Sascha Kansyt

Mark Kraft

North America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, South-East Asia

+1-214-4007671

+1-215-3102130

markkraft@kraftcuring.com

Sönke Tunn

Sönke Tunn

Germany, Austria and Switzerland

+49-176-4321-5881

hello@tunn.eu

Daniel Rafter

Daniel Rafter

India, Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa

+49 151 550499781

danielrafter@kraftcuring.com

micheal-kraft

Kristy Kieda

North America, Blocks and Pavers

+1-616-204-5369

kristykieda@kraftcuring.com