Fan & Motor Installation
High-efficiency fan installation, alignment, and balancing for even airflow and minimum electrical draw.
Kiln System Installation
Industrial Kiln System Installation By People Who Build Kilns
INSTALLED RIGHT. RUNNING ON SCHEDULE.
KilnTech installs new and replacement kiln systems for sawmills across the Southeast — fans, controls, heating, plenum, walk doors, and commissioning, all by one accountable team.
Section 01
Why Kiln System Installation Matters
Most kiln performance problems aren't kiln problems — they're installation problems. Misaligned fans, leaky shells, undersized power feeds, miscalibrated sensors, and rushed startups quietly cost mills tens of thousands of dollars per year in lost throughput and fuel.
We install kilns the way we build them: methodically, with field crews who understand lumber drying. The result is a kiln that hits its design throughput from day one and holds it over decades of production.
Section 02
Full Kiln System Installation Scope
Mechanical, electrical, controls, and commissioning under one roof.
Heating System Installation
Steam coils, direct-fired burners, hot water loops, or natural gas — installed and integrated with site utilities.
Controls & Sensors
PLC installation, moisture probe placement, RTDs, EMC sensors, and remote monitoring tie-in.
Walk Doors & Plenum
Insulated walk doors, central plenum, and baffle installation built and sealed for high-humidity, high-temperature service.
Mechanical Tie-Ins
Track work, kiln cars, vents, dampers, and structural attachments aligned to spec and inspected before commissioning.
Commissioning & Schedules
Full commissioning cycle, drying schedule load-in, and operator training before turnover.
Section 03
What Makes Our Installations Different
Engineering depth, field discipline, and lumber-first thinking.
OEM-Agnostic
We install KilnTech kilns and integrate with any major manufacturer's equipment.
Self-Performing Crews
In-house field crews — not subcontracted labor — for predictable quality and schedule.
Commissioning Discipline
Every kiln runs a documented startup cycle and is verified against design before sign-off.
Operator Training
Your team is trained on the controls, schedules, and routine maintenance during turnover.
Long-Term Service
The crew that installed the kiln is the crew that supports it for life.
Tight Tie-In Windows
We work around your production schedule and hit shutdown windows on time.
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Section 04
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you install kiln systems built by other manufacturers?
Yes. KilnTech installs and integrates kiln systems from most OEMs, including iDry, Nyle, USNR, SII, American Wood Dryers, Wellons, and Irvington-Moore.
What does kiln system installation include?
Mechanical and electrical installation of fans, motors, heating coils, plenums, baffles, walk doors, vents, controls, and commissioning the kiln to your production schedule.
How long does kiln system installation take?
Most installations take 2–8 weeks of field time depending on kiln size, energy source, and the condition of the existing building and infrastructure.
Do you handle the controls and startup?
Yes. We integrate kiln controls, calibrate sensors, write or load drying schedules, and run a full commissioning cycle before turnover.
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Talk to KilnTech about kiln system installation, replacement, or commissioning for your sawmill.