CERIC WISTRA - 'Experience Gives Birth To New Technology'

Keyria is a major player in the field of Technical Ceramics. 'Ceric Wistra', a Keyria company, consolidates the skill and over 75 years of experience gained by renowned kiln manufacturers, Wistra, Coudamy, Item, and most recently, Inteco. This specialist division holds a dominant position in the field of thermal engineering with a reputation for superior design and technology.

In addition to the supply of standard equipment, Ceric Wistra has intensified its' R&D activities to capitalize on the growth within the field of high-tech ceramics.

The development of new technologies, and partnerships with World leaders, in the manufacture of ceramics, has led to a new approach to this sector of the market. Design methodology and implementation of a range of innovative firing solutions have created a new perspective in the 'plant process' as a whole.

Recent projects containing the latest technical innovations include:  

• High Temperature High Efficiency Roller Kilns
  (A new generation of roller kilns, operating at 1650°C, with extremely short firing cycles, for products with high organic content)
• Hybrid Firing
  (A high temperature 1600°C kiln developed with EA Technology, using a combination of natural gas and microwave as a dual heat source)
• Antropy +
  (An analysis of operating cost saving by preheating combustion air and the recovery of energy from the products of combustion)
• Accuracy +
  (A new measurement and control system developed to enhance firing homogeneity and the quality of the products)
• Simultaneous Pressing & Firing
  (A kiln press for oxide products that combines the two technologies of pressing and sintering)

The Ceric Wistra product range covers a wide scope, from individual kiln equipment to turnkey projects and emerges as an ideal partner for the new age of high-tech ceramics. Keyria Inc. in Littleton, Colorado represents the interests of Ceric Wistra and its client base in the North America.