Roof Rail
Roof Rail is a Cordierite Mullite structural profile used within the kiln superstructure to support and align roof extruded batts across the firing chamber. Manufactured by Imerys (Spain), it provides a stable, high-temperature load-bearing track that maintains roof geometry through repeated firing cycles.
Product Details
Roof Rail is a Cordierite Mullite structural profile used within the kiln superstructure to support and align roof extruded batts across the firing chamber. Manufactured by Imerys (Spain), it provides a stable, high-temperature load-bearing track that maintains roof geometry through repeated firing cycles.
Installed as part of the kiln roof superstructure, running along the span of the chamber to carry and position roof extruded batts — maintaining consistent roof alignment and structural integrity under continuous high-temperature exposure.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | Cordierite Mullite |
| Max Working Temperature | ~1350°C |
| Thermal Shock Resistance | Excellent |
| Thermal Expansion Coefficient | Low (~4–5 × 10⁻⁶/K) |
| Bulk Density | ~2.0–2.3 g/cm³ |
| Function | Structural support/alignment rail for roof batts |
| Application | Kiln superstructure – sanitary ware & tableware firing |
| Origin | Imerys, Spain |
