Ovens

Intech specializes in three distinct overhead conveyor oven designs:

Ground Mounted Oven: A traditional, straight-line oven installed at ground level.
Camel Back Oven: Features a raised horizontal section (the “hump”) in the middle of the oven.
Diamond Loop Oven®: A compact, vertical-style oven where the conveyor path forms a diamond shape, maximizing curing length in a small footprint.

Intech is known for its expertise in thermal processing and energy efficiency. Key advantages include:

Proven Designs: Each oven type is engineered to solve specific production challenges.
Superior Airflow & Temperature Uniformity: Patented airflow systems ensure consistent cure quality.
Energy Efficiency: Advanced insulation and recirculation technology reduce operating costs.
Durability: Built with robust materials for long life in an industrial environment.

The Ground Mounted Oven is ideal for:

Standard Production Lines: Where floor space is readily available and a straight-line process flow is desired.

Heavy or Large Parts: Its straightforward design provides excellent stability for curing large, massive items.
Simplicity and Cost-

Effectiveness: Often the most economical choice for basic curing requirements.

The Camel Back Oven offers several unique advantages:

Natural Drip-Off Area: The elevated center section creates a pre-heat zone. As parts enter and begin to heat, any potential “powder sag” or drips occur before the part reaches the highest temperature, minimizing finish defects.

Improved Temperature Profiling: The design allows for better zoning and heat control.

Space Efficiency (Vertical): It utilizes vertical space, requiring less floor length than an equivalent-capacity straight oven.

The Diamond Loop Oven is the perfect solution when:

Floor Space is Extremely Limited: It provides the longest cure time in the smallest possible footprint.

You Need a High-Production Rate in a Compact Area: Its continuous loop design is highly efficient.

You Want to Maximize Energy Efficiency: The design minimizes heat loss to the surrounding plant

The choice depends on several factors:

Available Floor Space & Ceiling Height: Diamond Loop for tight spaces, Camel Back for moderate space, Ground Mounted for ample space.

Part Characteristics: Long, flexible parts may be better suited for a straight-line oven, while most standard parts work well in all types.

Production Volume and Required Cure Time: Diamond Loops offer long cure times in a small area.

Budget: Ground Mounted ovens are typically the most budget-friendly initial investment.

Intech ovens can be configured with various energy sources, including:

Direct Gas Fired (DGF): Most common and efficient, introducing hot combustion air directly into the oven.

Indirect Gas Fired (IGF): Uses a heat exchanger; essential if combustion fumes cannot contact the parts.

Electric: Clean and precise, often used for smaller ovens or where gas is not available.

 Intech designs the oven to be a seamless part of your production line. The oven will include precisely aligned inlet and outlet vestibules with entry/exit seals to contain heat. The conveyor track runs continuously through the oven.