Temperature control isn’t just limited to at home kilns. Many manufacturing and industrial processes rely on changes in temperature. Today, we’ll be looking at industrial kilns, furnaces, and commercial ovens to explore how temperature control is different for these types of kilns. Plus, we’ll be providing tips and insights for how manufacturers, waste processors, and […]
Did you know that the inspiration behind the TAP Kiln Controller came from my experiences owning a glass studio? We set out to develop the kiln controller I’d want for my own glass studio – with intuitive touchscreen controls for programming your kiln, the ability to save an unlimited number of firing schedules, and the […]
We spend a lot of time discussing the benefits of TAP Kiln Controllers for individual artists – but there are tons of benefits to using TAP to power your ceramic studio. In fact, my own experiences and frustrations owning a glass art studio were a big part of the inspiration behind the development of the […]
Does adding precise, remote temperature monitoring – that you can check from anywhere from your smartphone – sound complicated? In the past it might’ve been. But with TAP Monitor, you can add the most advanced remote digital pyrometer to your kiln in literal minutes. Even if you use a manual kiln or a less advanced […]
What temperature is pottery fired at? Firing schedules for bisque depend on what type of clay you’re firing. Different types of clay require different setpoints, or specific temperatures they need to reach during a bisque firing schedule. Today, we’ll be sharing firing schedules for bisque for a variety of different types of clay. But before […]
Whether you’re heat treating knives or making jewelry, understanding electric heat treat furnace controls is essential to successfully executing your firing schedule. Understanding Heat Treat Schedules During heat treat, the elements of your electric furnace must reach specific temperatures (or setpoints) for specific periods of time (also known as hold times or soak times). This […]
When we launched the TAP Kiln Control Mobile app in 2016, our vision was to give kiln operators and heat treat artists the same level of convenience and connectivity they enjoyed in all other areas of their lives. Responsive, easy-to-use touchscreen controls weren’t enough. We wanted to offer true remote kiln control, so artists could […]
As an artist, your electric kiln temperature controller will have the single biggest impact on how you experience using your kiln. But there are a lot of different electric kiln control options to choose from! This can be super intimidating for newer artists – or even long-time artists who want to upgrade their controller but […]
If you’re shopping for kiln controllers, you’ve come to the right place! Buying a new (or your first!) kiln controller can be an intimidating prospect. There are a lot of different kiln control methods and types of electric kiln controllers – as well as a wide variety of different kiln controller manufactures to choose from. […]
If you’re new to heat treatment or it’s your first time using a kiln controller, you may find yourself asking: What is a setpoint? Or, if you’re a little more familiar with the topic, you may be looking to find more information about different types of setpoint controls. Don’t worry! After reading this article, you’ll […]