Hybrid melting is an innovative way to optimize melting inside industrial furnaces specific to the glass industry. Hybrid melting combines two methods of heating: injecting electricity directly into molten glass and natural gas combustion to facilitate the melting process. This allows furnace operations to use the most cost-effective energy sources at a given time, compared to either 100% natural gas or all-electric melting…
Merkle International has been providing quality custom solutions for clients for over 50 years, making our company a worldwide leader in efficient, suspended refractory systems and related furnace equipment. From Iron and Steel to Glass and Aluminum, our talented engineers create custom refractory solutions for any system. Our staff’s experience allow us to make great…
By: Tim Park, Vice President of Merkle International Merkle International is known for supplying high-quality refractory systems and related equipment for all types of industrial furnaces. We supply materials for furnace systems that can operate at temperatures as high as 3,000º F. These furnaces can melt great quantities of materials, so it takes high-quality refractory systems to create…
Worker safety is always our top priority. Our team of experienced professionals at Merkle International creates customizable solutions to serve our clients from different industries around the globe all while meeting safety standards. We’re a worldwide leader in energy-efficient suspended refractory systems and related furnace equipment, so we understand the unique challenges our clients face,…
Two of the most dedicated workers you will find at Merkle International are Amanda and Kari, Buyers in the Purchasing & Shipping department. Their jobs keep them busy since Merkle International has a worldwide clientele. They work with business partners across America and around the globe, including the Czech Republic, India, Vietnam, and China. One…
Timing is critical on modern furnace projects. You don’t want to have huge capital costs sitting in a warehouse and you cannot risk extending a repair project. Merkle International understands this because we have been working on furnace projects for more than 50 years. We bring our expertise to many industries such as aluminum, incineration,…
Working in an industry with an international client-base is already a challenge, then add in a global pandemic. At Merkle International, we have adapted to changes with ease and found new opportunities to connect with our client-base. As construction slowed, we stayed optimistic about our projects and are grateful we only experienced delays rather than…