Description
SoliBloc™ modules are unique monolithic fiber modules that incorporate our premium Generation III fiber technology. Generation III fiber technology provide in a high fiber index and thus a lower shot contents. In result, these modules offer exceptional thermal insulation, high strength, and are suitable for applications with high gas velocities. They are available in both Refractory Ceramic Fiber and Low Bio Persistence fiber variants.
Unlike standard stack or folded modules which are made from compressed blanket strips, SoliBloc™ module consist of two sections of SoliSlab™ arranged in an edge grain orientation. These sections are held together by two stainless steel tubes placed transversely through the modules, away from the hot face. The edge grain orientation and interlocking of the fibers enable the SoliBloc™ modules to withstand high gas velocities without fiber erosion.
SoliBloc™ modules are available in densities from 160 t0 220 kg/m3 and are typically supplied in a standard dimension of 305x305 mm. Thanks to our high fiber index, our 220 kg/m3 modules deliver the same performance as a traditional 240 kg/m3 module.
We offer 2 standard grades of Refractory Ceramic Fiber based SoliBloc™ modules, with a classification temperature of 1260°C and 1430°C. SoliBloc™ ZR-grade is our high temperature version with a classification temperature of 1430°C, and is recommended for use in temperatures up till 1300°C continuously.
As we believe that reducing energy consumption and minimizing CO2 emissions in the production process will become part of sustainable environmental drivers, thermal insulating properties will become more important. SoliBloc™ ZR-grade, utilizing the Generation III, Ultra Low Shot fiber technology is enabling to deliver higher thermal insulation performance with the same thickness as a standard fiber module.
SoliBloc modules are anchored to the furnace casing with one of our 3 standardized anchoring systems.
- Center fix direct weld system,
- Center fix tube and stud system,
- Side fix anchor system system
All offered anchoring systems come with all required items for the fixing system and the hardware is offered in various grades of stainless steel.
SoliBloc™ ZR-grade is part of the SoliBloc monolitic fiber module product range. With a variety of 2 Refractory Ceramic Fiber (RCF) grades, the famous ‘ULS®’ Low Bio Persistence Fiber grade and our latest addition the SoliBloc Pro with a classification temperature of 1500°C, we are offering the most extensive range temperature range of monolitic fiber modules in the market today. With our different chemical compositions we are able to provide a solution to nearly every atmosphere or temperature.
Benefits
- Proven technical solution
- Low shot technology
- Excellent insulation performance
- High handling strength
- Unaffected by most chemicals
- Excellent thermal stability
- Resistant to thermal shock
Typical applications
- Thermal insulation for furnace lining
- Furnace lining in Ceramics and Glass
- Thermal insulation for Petrochemical Industry (like process heaters, reformers, cracker units)
- Chemically stable insulation for Steel Treatment (reheating-, annealing-, and rotary hearth furnaces)
- Linings in Ceramic Industry (tunnel kilns and intermittent kilns)
- General technical insulation of furnaces and technical installations
Type
Monolithic Fiber Modules manufactured from high temperature Refractory Ceramic Fiber
Temperature range
SoliBloc™ ZR-grade modules have a classification temperature of 1430°C and can be used up till 1300°C continuously.
The maximum continuous use temperature provided on the website is a guideline and only applicable in a clean oxidizing atmosphere.
Product range
SoliBloc™ ZR-grade modules are part of an extensive product range supplied by Vulcor Insulation. Vulcor Insulation is supplying insulation solutions from cryogenic to high temperature applications. All products offered by Vulcor are manufactured in house or sourced from exclusive trusted third party partners.
Technical support
Vulcor Insulation provides specifiers and customers with guidance on all aspects of the materials selection for their application, the installation and compliance with relevant regulations and performance standards.
For additional information about product performance, or to identify the recommended product for your application, please contact the team at Vulcor Insulation.
Avialability
We offer our SoliBloc™ in standard straight 305x305 mm modules and in thicknesses from 100 mm. In standard size the modules are packed in carton boxes of 320x320x970 mm (holding multiple modules) with 24 boxes per pallet. Please refer to the list below for packaging details of the SoliBloc modules, other sizes are available on request.
For projects we also offer tailor modules to meet specific engineering requirements, such as L-shaped corner modules and other special shapes. Please let us know if you require any further information or have specific engineering needs. We are dedicated to providing high-quality fiber modules that meet your thermal insulation and strength requirements.
| Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Pieces (carton) | Pieces (pallet) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 | 305 | 100 | 9 | 216 |
| 305 | 305 | 150 | 6 | 144 |
| 305 | 305 | 200 | 5 | 120 |
| 305 | 305 | 250 | 4 | 96 |
| 305 | 305 | 300 | 3 | 72 |
Properties
| Properties measured | Standard | Unit | SoliBloc™ | ZR-grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | RCF | ||||
| Colour | white | ||||
| Classification temperature | °C | 1430 | |||
| Continuous use temperature | °C | 1300 | |||
| Density | kg/m3 | 160 | 192 | 220 | |
| Thickness range | mm | ≥ 100 | |||
| Permanent linear shrinkage | EN1094-7 | % | |||
| @1400°C | < 3 | ||||
| Thermal conductivity | ASTM C201 | W/mK | |||
| @ 200°C | 0,07 | 0,06 | 0,06 | ||
| @ 400°C | 0,1 | 0,1 | 0,09 | ||
| @ 600°C | 0,18 | 0,15 | 0,14 | ||
| @ 800°C | 0,25 | 0,23 | 0,2 | ||
| @ 1000°C | 0,34 | 0,3 | 0,28 | ||
| Chemical composition | ISO12677 | % | |||
| SiO2 | 44-50 | ||||
| Al2O3 | 35-38 | ||||
| ZrO2 | 15-17 | ||||
| Other | < 1 |
Properties
| Properties measured | Standard | Unit | SoliBloc™ | ZR-grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | RCF | ||||
| Colour | white | ||||
| Classification temperature | °F | 2600 | |||
| Continuous use temperature | °F | 2400 | |||
| Density | PCF | 10 | 12 | 14 | |
| Thickness range | inch | ≥ 4 | |||
| Permanent linear shrinkage | EN1094-7 | % | |||
| @2550°F | < 3 | ||||
| Thermal conductivity | ASTM C201 | BTU·in/hr·ft2·°F | |||
| @500°F | 0.54 | 0.51 | 0.49 | ||
| @1000°F | 1.10 | 0.98 | 0.87 | ||
| @1500°F | 1.77 | 1.63 | 1.42 | ||
| @1800°F | 2.27 | 2.07 | 1.86 | ||
| @2000°F | 2.65 | 2.45 | 2.24 | ||
| Chemical composition, | ISO12677 | % | |||
| SiO2 | 44-50 | ||||
| Al2O3 | 35-38 | ||||
| ZrO2 | 15-17 | ||||
| Other | < 1 |
