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CONCRETE PRODUCTS & CAST STONE46 CPI %u2013 Concrete Plant International | India Edition %u2013 5 | 2025 www.cpi-worldwide.com%u2022 Consistent surface color and substantially reduced risk of efflorescence, as hydration occurs evenly with no dry spots or rapid evaporation areas.%u2022 No condensation on chamber surfaces, even at high humidity levels of up to 90% and temperatures of 35%u201345 %u00b0C (100%u2013113 %u00b0F). This prevents corrosion of steelwork and avoids disruptions to safety beams or laser controls within the curing environment.%u2022 Approximate 10% cement reduction is achievable, as optimized curing enhances early strength development, allowing formulations with lower cement content without sacrificing final product quality. This also reduces the need for additional racks and production pallets, streamlining logistics and operational costsQuadrix%u2019s curing climate is fully controllable per production requirements, providing IBF with unmatched flexibility to adjust temperature and humidity for specific tile formats, mix designs, or seasonal conditions. The result is an improved, smoother surface finish on each tile%u2014a critical factor for both aesthetic and functional performance in roofing applications.Thirteen heavy-duty axial circulation ventilators, each with electrically actuated dampers, ensure consistent airflow throughout the chambers. A central radial exhaust ventilator, together with a network of dampers, removes warm, moist air at the end of the curing cycle to maintain optimal climate conditions. To precisely regulate humidity, KRAFT integrated the AutoFog%u00ae misting system, which uses UV-disinfected, atomized water for consistent moisture distribution. The compact steam humidifier combats misting nozzle issues, including the clogging of nozzles, dripping and hard mist. The entire curing process is managed by the AutoCure%u00ae intelligent control system, which automates the regulation of temperature and humidity, provides real-time monitoring, and allows for comprehensive data logging. This advanced system enables curing conditions to be maintained within a precision range of %u00b11 %u00b0C and %u00b14% relative humidity. As a result, IBF benefits from consistently high product quality, faster curing times, minimized risk of efflorescence, and the potential for reduced cement usage.Each curing chamber measures 17 meters in length, 3.2 meters in width, and 4 meters in height. Above the post-insulated ceiling, all galvanized steel ducts and piping are neatly arranged to allow easy access and a clear overview for future maintenance, ensuring both operational efficiency and longterm serviceability.A Coordinated Team EffortIBF%u2019s in-house %u201cMachine Division%u201d took charge of designing and installing the rack conveyors, handling systems, and packaging lines. The production unit and tile drying carousel were delivered by Italian firm Vortex, while the new mixing and batching plant came from Danish supplier Haarup. Kraft provided the curing chambers%u2019 temperature and humidity climate control and air circulation systems, including on-site installation and commissioning%u2014on time and to specification.The collaboration between these industry leaders reflects a coordinated strategy aimed at future-proofing IBF%u2019s roof tile production, with a remarkable output capacity of 140 tiles per minute.The Quadrix concrete curing system accelerates the curing process through the controlled addition of heat and moisture.All parameters of the climate chamber conditions can be viewed via the AutoCure system user interface.