Epcon Industrial Systems

We’re excited to share that  Epcon Industrial Systems  is featured in the  April issue of  Thermal Processing  Magazine , highlighting our decades-long commitment to innovation in the thermal processing industry. The article covers our company’s history and evolution, key milestones in  industrial oven  and oxidizer development, and how Epcon continues to lead with custom solutions that balance performance, energy efficiency, and environmental compliance. We’ve been proud readers and contributors to Thermal Processing Magazine for years, and this recognition is a great reflection of our team’s hard work and dedication. Read the full feature on pages 34–37 of the  April Issue:   https://thermalprocessing.com/epcon/

Many manufacturing applications and processes require temperatures and other operating parameters in an industrial oven or furnace to be controlled accurately, in real-time with minimal delays. A metal curing process for example, often requires the curing of adhesives or various polymers materials and their bonding to the metal surface, a highly temperature-sensitive process. The temperature affects the reaction kinetics and, more importantly, the atomic structure of the particular substance. The conversions of the atomic structure configurations occur at a specific temperature, and reaching the nearest temperature to target one is essential for manufacturing durable and high strength materials. One of the most troublesome issues in  industrial Oven and Furnace  applications is maintaining the target temperature uniformly across all oven sections. The excessive production demands and the cost of high quality products are followed by overwhelming operating costs, especially i...

Epcon Industrial Systems is a known leader in designing and building ovens and oxidizers for continuous web processing applications, where the web can be either steel or aluminum, paper, plastic, fiberglass, and/or any composite material. The company’s challenge for an automotive industry customer was designing a high-velocity oven with forced convection to process 60-inch wide steel or aluminum web. This system used Epcon’s patented technology to integrate the functionality of oven(s) with the oxidizer , to increase efficiency. The system was 100 percent installed and commissioned on a turnkey basis. Read more https://thermalprocessing.com/news/epcon-industrial-designs-installs-high-velocity-oven

As we step into 2025, we find ourselves in a world of shifting dynamics, both politically and economically. The recent election of Donald Trump has set the stage for bold policy moves, with his administration wasting no time in implementing its agenda. One of the most immediate actions has been illegal immigration. The government has launched a large-scale deportation initiative. While some view these measures as long overdue, others express concern about the economic and social consequences that may follow. Trade policy is another area undergoing significant transformation. Tariffs have already been imposed - 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada, and 10% on Chinese goods. More are expected to follow, affecting industries across the globe. These moves have unsettled markets and raised concerns among world leaders, yet many believe Trump sees tariffs as a negotiating tool rather than a long-term economic stance. He has built his career on deal-making, and there is widespread hope t...

The Challenge A global German company, wanted to have a presence in the United States to manufacture 55 Gallon Drums . The new facility in the US needed to not only comply with EPA’s regulatory standards, but also provide increased processing speeds and fuel efficiency. The Solution Epcon’s capacities of designing, engineering and manufacturing of specialty and finishing equipment is unparralled. Our team custom engineered and selected thethe following systems in all Stainless Steel – including all Stainless Steel conveyors, assembly parts components, including the vertical pumps. All stages heated to a temperature of 180 °F for chemical cleaning. Two (2) 3-stage Washlines for deoiling and phosphatising the steel before painting Multiple 2 lane and 4 lane exterior Bake Ovens Double and Single Lining Ovens Multiple Batch Ovens Lid Lining and Curing Ovens Multistage Heat Recovery One Single Oxidizer, 40 000 SCFM Capacity Recu...

  The Challenge A metal processing application for the aerospace industry was need and advanced design and control system for batch ovens equipped with high accuracy operating parameter requirements.  Throughout the metal curing process temperatures and other operating parameters in the oven must be controlled accurately in real-time with minimal delays. The production of adhesives or various polymers materials and their bonding to the metal surface is a highly temperature-sensitive process, temperature affects the reaction kinetics and, more importantly, the atomic structure of the particular substance. The conversions of the atomic structure configurations occur at a specific temperature, and reaching the peak temperature target is essential for manufacturing  durable and high strength materials. Additionally, the curing process is often highly demanding in terms of the need for multiple sessions with different retention times and operating conditions. The issue ...

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Epcon's Managing Director, Tasha Jamaluddin, was proud to serve Honorable Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo,  as Vice Chair of the 22-24 Environmental Technology Trade Advisory Committee (ETTAC). We are grateful for the opportunity to represent the air pollution sector to help increase our export competitiveness. Thank you for another successful Charter!  https://x.com/TradeGov/status/1813968615580049908

Conveyorized Oven for Continuous Web Processing Applications Featuring 5 Levels and 15 Zones A Web processing operation needed a more efficient system for creating welding wire and rubberized elastic material, in a continuous web-form. Epcon designed and built a unique Conveyorized Oven for this web-processing operation, with adjustable speeds for various parts of the conveyor belt. The complex oven was equipped with 15 zones, across 5 levels and features sophisticated airflow dynamics between the 5 levels with 15 burners strategically placed in individualized heating chambers. The Oven also supplies indirect heat for the curing process at a later stage in production. The compact design and thermal recycling of the system allowed for a more efficient operation, saving on fuel consumption, while also allowing for increased throughput production of continuous web formations. Over the years, Epcon has designed and built several multi-level Ovens , for various applications, which are s...

Epcon Industrial Systems designed, built and shipped a state-of-the-art multi-zone conveyor oven system that will be used to cure internal linings for 55-gallon drums. The effective heating zone oven measures 100 feet long x 6 feet wide x 6 feet, 6 inches high. The custom-designed oven has three independently controlled heating zones operating at a temperature range of 350-600°F and three dual-lane conveyor systems to process the drum and the top/bottom lids simultaneously. The dual-lane conveyor systems offer the end-user the advantage of minimizing floor space and reducing the operating cost by approximately 30% compared to a conventional approach of installing separate oven systems for drum and lids. Click on https://epconlp.com to visit us. Here is the featured Article https://www.industrialheating.com/articles/94202-tier-1-automotive-supplier-orders-batch-ovens

There are various processes where temperatures and other operating parameters in the oven must be controlled accurately in real-time with minimal delays. Taking a metal curing process as a viable example, we must acknowledge that the production of adhesives or various polymers materials and their bonding to the metal surface is a highly temperature-sensitive process. The temperature affects the reaction kinetics and, more importantly, the atomic structure of the particular substance. The conversions of the atomic structure configurations occur at a specific temperature, and reaching the nearest temperature to target one is essential for manufacturing durable and high strength materials. One of the most troublesome issues in industrial ovens applications is maintaining the target temperature uniformly across all oven sections. The excessive production demands and the highest quality products are followed by overwhelming operating costs, especially in the aerospace industry. Manufactur...

Epcon Industrial Systems custom-designed and manufactured two batch ovens specifically for aging aluminum structural components for a Tier 1 automotive supplier. Each oven includes a multi-tiered rack system and has sufficient capability to heat 6,500 pounds of aluminum and 2,500 pounds of steel from 70°F to 400°F in under two hours while meeting the stringent temperature uniformity requirement of +/5°F. The ovens were also designed to meet CQI -9 requirements. Visit us https://epconlp.com for more information. See the featured article on https://www.industrialheating.com/articles/94202-tier-1-automotive-supplier-orders-batch-ovens

Aluminum Parts Drying Oven Dry-off or drying ovens are a critical final step in many production processes with temperatures that can range from just above ambient up to 1000°F. Utilized across a wide range of applications, these ovens are not only useful for simple dry-off requirements for parts production, but also used for more complex moisture reduction and sterilization processes with stringent temperature and uniformity ranges. Recently, Epcon designed a drying oven as part of a larger metal finishing system for a new facility for an Aluminum parts producer. Located at the exit end of the Washline, the oven dries the parts so they are ready for the final painting and curing stages. By utilizing advanced airflow management and comprehensive heat recovery methods, Epcon’s engineers were able to maximize the overall operating thermal efficiency. Integrating the drying ovens into the comprehensive system design allows for thermal recycling and greatly reduces fuel consumpt...

Epcon Industrial Systems is a known leader in designing and building ovens and oxidizers for continuous web processing applications, where the web can be either steel or aluminum, paper, plastic, fiberglass, and/or any composite material. The company’s challenge for an automotive industry customer was designing a high-velocity oven with forced convection to process 60-inch wide steel or aluminum web. This system used Epcon’s patented technology to integrate the functionality of oven(s) with the oxidizer, to increase efficiency. The system was 100 percent installed and commissioned on a turnkey basis. For more information, Visit https://epconlp.com See the featured article on https://thermalprocessing.com/news/epcon-industrial-designs-installs-high-velocity-oven/

Attendees from across the environmental sector will join TCEQ staff at the Austin Convention Center for learning and development opportunities. We welcome you to join us at the Trade Fair May 14th-15th.   Visit us at Booth 727 or contact us to set up a one on one meeting to learn more about what Epcon does to keep the state of Texas in environmental compliance! https://www.tceq.texas.gov/p2/events/etfc/etf.html

As we continue to navigate through the turbulence 2024, I want to share with you an update on how Epcon Industrial Systems is positioning itself in this dynamic environment. The U S  economy remains robust, demonstrating resilience and growth amidst a challenging global backdrop. With a steady GDP growth rate of 2.5% for both 2023 and projected for 2024, and a forecast of 1.9% in 2025, the U.S. stands in stark contrast to other major economies. Europe grapples with higher inflation and economic stagnation, while China, the world’s second-largest economy, faces significant hurdles. Despite occasional positive news, the overall sentiment around China's economic recovery remains subdued. Current U.S.-China relations are strained, primarily due to leadership challenges and a lack of sustained dialogue. It's a complex period that underscores the importance of robust communication and diplomacy to forge better pathways forward. Encouragingly, key sectors of the U.S. economy, pa...

When supplying air pollution control and process heating equipment to the metals industry, beyond meeting the stringent regulations and best manufacturing practices, equipment suppliers must develop new system designs that can keep pace with technological advancements and changing demands. As these industrial systems can have an operating lifespan of 30-plus years, it is critical to think far into the future when designing and engineering anything meant to meet tomorrow’s requirements. Ultimately, environmental impacts and long-term operating costs will be the key drivers when creating any successful systems for a metals industry application. Epcon embedded these principles into patented designs and systems engineering for two projects designed for coil coating operations so that the coil coaters would benefit from optimal process solutions. The first project was a Continuous Cure Oven System for a new laminated aluminum sheet line to be operated by a manufacturer of specialty ...

Epcon Industrial Systems shipped two electrically heated batch ovens to a composite manufacturer in Houston, Texas. The ovens will be used for heating tooling used for composite mouldings. The work chamber, which measures 5 feet deep x 5 feet wide x 6 feet high, is constructed with a stainless-steel liner with 8-inch-thick insulation. The unique oven design offers high-temperature capability, with a maximum temperature rating of 900°F. To know more, Please click on https://epconlp.com Read the featured Article https://www.industrialheating.com/articles/94162-composite-manufacturer-orders-batch-ovens

Epcon has been active in the 55 gallon steel drum manufacturing industry for 45+ year. This special proprietary system for dual laying and triple laying Wicket Ovens. These Ovens were designed and manufactured for a repeat customer. These Ovens are intended for high-production efficiency, processing between 720-750 Drums per Hour. Constructed of aluminized steel inside and Carbon steel outside, these robust Wicket Ovens operate at 500 °F and feature high speed conveyors for producing the Drum Tops and Bottoms. For more information, Visit https://epconlp.com See the featured article on https://www.modernmetals.com/item/15518-epcon-builds-custom-over-for-wicket-ovens.html

Epcon's Article, The Impact of Thermal Oxidizer Sizing on Melt-System Capacity, was one of the most popular features in Industrial Heating Magazine. Below is an overview of the top five high traffic articles from 2018.  To continue a trend we started in 2017, Industrial Heating will highlight a topic on our website and list the most-popular articles under that topic according to page views. We do this for two reasons: first, to showcase some of the outstanding content on www.industrialheating.com ; second, to provide a useful resource for readers who have a particular interest in that topic. As you will see, industrial gases and atmospheres covers a wide range of technologies – from combustion to endothermic generators to thermal oxidizers. Here is a list of the five most-viewed IGA articles on our website in 2018. Combustion Technologies Improve Melting-Furnace Productivity This article from June 2018 was clearly the most popular in this topic on our website last year. Provid...