1000 to 3000 Capacity Brick Kiln

At a glance..

A 1000 to 3000 capacity kiln has been devised by the Building Research Station, to meet the needs of small scale intermittent production of a durable material at village level. The design has been made as simple as possible, eliminating the need for skilled labour in its construction.

The details..

The '1.600 to 3,000 Capacity Brick Kiln' is a technical guide for those interested in constructing brick kilns that can hold between one thousand six hundred and three thousand bricks at once. The book was edited by S.Mason and published by the Department of Works and Supply/Building Research Station in Papua New Guinea.

The book details how these types of kilns are constructed using locally sourced materials such as clay soil mixed with sand or sawdust as well as firewood or coal for fueling the firing process. It also covers various aspects related to construction including site selection, foundation preparation, wall construction techniques etc.

Furthermore, it explains different methods used for drying green bricks before they are fired which include natural air-drying under shade or artificial drying through heated tunnels. Additionally, readers will learn about the benefits associated with this type of technology such as its low cost compared to other alternatives available today.

Overall this publication serves as an excellent resource for anyone looking into starting their own small-scale brick-making operation whether it be for commercial purposes or personal use.