Vacuum Wood Kiln Drying
Are you troubled by poor wood drying quality and taking a lot of time?
Complete wood drying within a few days
High-quality wood products
Fully automatic operation is convenient
One person can operate, reducing labor costs
- SW Vacuum Wood Kiln VS Other Wood Drye
Fast kiln drying of valuable hardwoods and softwoods
Drying both hardwood and softwood is the most important part of woodworking. The earliest wood drying equipment was the traditional drying kiln. The original intention of the manufacturer was to force the moisture in the wood to be heated and dried. However, as the final drying result was not so smooth, the dried wood cracked and deformed after using the traditional drying kiln. It makes the value of the wood itself drop, and even costs a lot of time.
Vacuum wood kilns have been around since 1970, but they have only slowly started to be used with modern wood drying; if you start using vacuum kilns, then you will get the benefits of the most advanced technology for wood drying. Any kind of wood can be dried within a few days, and you get a high-quality finished wood that maximizes your profits.
Completed in a few days, how will your business change?
You can have high quality finished lumber in a few weeks that is straight, good looking, and has the moisture content you want; this way you can sell the lumber or use it for crafting in a short period of time Items such as furniture.
You can try to calculate that the speed of drying wood in a vacuum kiln is 5-10 times that of a traditional drying kiln, and the time saved is not just your money. When you have a SW vacuum kiln, not only can you improve your work efficiency, but also allow your business to have sufficient funds, have more cash flow, and quickly obtain more profits, which can then be used for more of your business.
Principle of Vacuum Kiln
- The SW vacuum kiln uses wood as the medium and uses the combination of high frequency and vacuum to generate a voltage magnetic field so that the water molecules in the wood run at high speed and collide with each other, thereby generating heat.
- Unlike traditional kilns, vacuum kilns need to reduce the boiling point of water, dry at a low temperature, and evaporate at 55°C, effectively solving the problem of wood cracking and bending due to high temperature.
- Use high-frequency heating to heat the water in the wood itself, so that the wood is heated evenly and can be This reduces the difference in moisture content between the inside and outside of the wood.
Partner Case of Wood Drying Kiln
United States -SWKD-12.0HFV
Sweden-SWKD-4.0HFV
United States -SWKD-12.0HFV
Canada-SWKD-14.0HFV
Advantages of Vacuum Kiln
Easier operation, saving labor
After setting the program, when the kiln is loaded with lumber and starts to dry, there is no need for personnel to guard it 24 hours a day, because the SW vacuum kiln has a complete automatic drying system.
High Quality Wood
Using the principle of high technology, you can get straight, flat, bright wood color and uniform moisture content
Get money fast
Fast drying speed allows you to get money faster while saving money, smooth capital flow and more profits
Environmental friendly
The SW vacuum kiln only runs on electricity and does not use boilers, so there is no pollution and it is more environmentally friendly.
Vacuum Wood Kiln Installation
Why is it mentioned that the SW vacuum kiln is not only easy to operate but also saves labor costs?
- Because the vacuum kiln adopts a number of automatic technologies, the automatic loading car makes it easier and faster to load the wood into the kiln.
- The high-frequency machine is fully automated, allowing for smooth wood drying without the need for constant personnel supervision when the appropriate instructions are entered.
- We have professional senior engineers who will provide 24/7 online services, not only providing installation manuals but also one-on-one guidance and answering your questions at any time.
- We can go to your factory for installation at any time.
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Product Category
Max Length of Wood： 4M
High Frequency：6.78MHz
Input Power：15KVA
Oscillation Power：10KW
Vacuum Pressure：-0.093Mpa
Max Length of Wood： 5M
High Frequency：6.78MHz
Input Power：30KVA
Oscillation Power：20KW
Vacuum Pressure：-0.093Mpa
Max Length of Wood： 6M
High Frequency：6.78MHz
Input Power：40KVA
Oscillation Power：30KW
Vacuum Pressure：-0.093Mpa
Max Length of Wood： 7M
High Frequency：6.78MHz
Input Power：50KVA
Oscillation Power：40KW
Vacuum Pressure：-0.093Mpa
Max Length of Wood： 8M
High Frequency：6.78MHz
Input Power：50KVA
Oscillation Power：40KW
Vacuum Pressure：-0.093Mpa
If you would like to provide me with a drawing of your site and the amount of wood you need to dry per day, I can have our engineers customize a wood kiln to suit you and save you cost.
SW Vacuum Wood Kiln VS Other Wood Dryer
Compare with IDRY, the vacuum principle is the same. Both of us make the wood drying under low temperatures. Expect the vacuum, there are some different points with IDRY
- The heating way difference
No matter IDRY standard Series or IDRY turbo series, the heating principle belongs to. heating transfer, wood is heated from the surface to the core of the wood. For the thin-thickness wood, it is ok. But if thicker slabs, it will take a much longer time, and the problem is outside is dried the inside is still wet. it is needed stickers or heating plates to pile, the stickers and plates is kind of waste space. Especially for the turbo series, it is suitable for standard-size lumber with 1.2” thickness.
It can’t mix different thickness slabs in the same load, but high frequency heating is kind of directly heating, the principle is using wet wood as a capacitor, and making wood heating from core to surface, so for thick slabs, more than 5” thickness is no problem and mix different thickness is ok. There are no stickers between two pcs of wood slab, so the capacity is the actual real capacity
SW high frequency vacuum kiln equipped hydraulic pressure system, it is keeps 6 tons of pressure during the whole drying process, that is ensure the slab straight.
Timber cart equipped with motor driver, it is easy to move the timber cart in and out.
wood drying time chart
| location | Wood Species | Wood Size | Wood Density | Initial Moisture Content | Moisture Content After Drying | Drying Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | Oak Wood | Thickness 75-100 mm Long 1-3 Meters | 0.63-0.79g/cm3 | MC 50% | MC 10% | 8-10 Days |
| New York, USA | Eastern Cottonwood | Thickness70mm Long4000-5000mm Width600-1000mm | 0.386g/cm3 | MC 75% | MC 8% | 4 Days |
| New Zealand | Pinus Radiata | Thickness 50*50 mm Long 2-8 Meters | 0.415 - 0.545 g/cm3 | MC 60%-70% | MC 20% | 4-5 Days |
| Thailand | Burmese Teak | Thickness 25mm | 0.65g/cm3 | MC 18-20% | MC 10-12% | 2 Days |
| Canada | Black Walnut | Thickness 100*120 mm Long 2-3 Meters | 0.63-0.79g/cm3 | MC 50%-60% | MC 18%-20% | 8 Days |
Drying data results
The following are the test results of the wood data dried by our wood drying kiln.
red oak mc test
Mahogan MC test
black walnut wood mc test
Ash wood mc test
American Poplar cm Test
Acacia wood mc test
Customer Praise for SW Wood Dryer Kiln
- The installation engineer of the Mexican customer has many years of experience in the installation of traditional kilns, and he very much recognizes the technology of SW wood drying
- According to the latest feedback from European customers, the drying is completed in 8 days, and the actual heating time is only 6 days
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FAQ
Step-By-Step Process:
Kiln drying lumber typically involves the following steps:
1. First, the wood is loaded into the kiln, which will usually be a large chamber with adjustable temperature and humidity controls.
2. Heaters are then used to heat up the air inside the kiln, causing moisture from the wood to evaporate and be removed. This process typically takes several hours, depending on the size and type of wood being dried.
3. Once the desired level of moisture has been reached, the kiln is allowed to cool down slowly in order to prevent cracking or warping as the wood contracts. This process typically takes several days.
4. Once the drying process is complete, the lumber can be removed from the kiln and used for a variety of purposes, depending on its final form and intended use.
Although kiln-drying lumber can be a time-consuming process, it is an important step in ensuring that the wood will retain its shape and color over time. If you are looking for high-quality wood products, it is definitely worth considering using kiln-dried lumber.
When choosing a kiln for drying lumber, there are several factors to keep in mind. One is the size and type of wood you need to dry, as this will determine how large your kiln needs to be. You should also consider what type of controls you want on your kiln and if you will need to ventilate or insulate the space.
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A few outcomes you can expect when constructing and assembling woodworking projects using wet lumber include warped wood and ugly broken joints. If you’ve decided to purchase this or bought green lumber to start a new project, You should consider drying the lumber as a crucial element of your woodworking plan.
Before starting any task, you must determine the moisture content in your lumber. With a moisture meter, you should aim at the following levels:
- Exterior wood: A acceptable moisture content ranges from 9 and 14 percent
- Interior wood: A suitable moisture content can range from 6 to 8%
The word “near enough” isn’t enough, especially when using wood for furniture production. Be aware that different kinds of wood differ in density, for instance, hardwood vs. softwood. When you measure the amount of moisture in the lumber piece, you must set your meter to match the type of wood you’re working with.
Improving The Quality Of Wood
One of the greatest advantages of kiln-dried wood is its proven high quality. Kiln-dried lumber is expected to withstand different weather conditions compared to those woods that missed out on undergoing the same process.
Through its process of absorbing moisture into wood products, it prevents the wood from deforming and warping over time, thus maximizing the money spent as well as eliminating the need to worry about the wood’s health during the sweltering summer or frigid winter months.
Extending The Life Of Wood Products
A kiln dried wood has a proven quality that is perfect for all types of conditions. Quality products mean remaining functional through the years. It ensures its longevity and durability for a long period of time without the worry of defects and problems.
Through the utilization of a kiln for drying wood, it gives the lumber product the potential for structural integrity that can be able to withstand any weather circumstances. With that, extending its life for a longer period of time for longer utilization and better value for money.
Kiln Drying Wood Kills Bugs
It is totally inevitable that a piece of wood might contain bugs and eggs inside it, especially for lumber that has been stored for a long period of time. These bugs may cause a lot of damage to lumber and wood, and as a result, might cause you a total headache.
Another benefit of kiln-dried wood is that bugs on wood are reduced.The heating process during wood drying has enough heat to kill these unwanted bugs and eggs that are inside the wood. A great relief, indeed!
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