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Global Container Kiln Kit since 1992 for kiln drying firewood, lumber, and timbers for high value added products including heat treating and insect free firewood

Global Energy Container Kiln Plans, Consulting, Build Kits and Full Builds

Global Energy designed and developed the container kiln back in 1992. The purpose is to give access to portable sawmill owners, furniture makers, and small business the value added profit of dry kiln lumber and quality hardwoods.

We are now offering plans for our epic container dry kiln system, which we developed in 1992. The system has been copied by lots of groups over the past 30 years (validating its profitability and access to the small commercial sawmill and firewood proprietors).

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Sample Pages of the 5000 BF Container Lumber Kiln Plans List by Global Energy

Sample Pages of the 15000 BF Container Lumber Kiln Plans List by Global Energy

5000 BF Container Lumber Dry Kiln Plans (7 cord firewood)

The 5,000 BF container kiln consists of one 40 foot high-cube aluminum shipping container or refrigerated van. The first kiln built in 1992 was a 15,000 BF size and worked great.

As a firewood kiln, this kiln can hold from 4-7 cords. Use your forklift to load IBC tote baskets to a simple rail system in the kiln. Heat treat firewood in a few days or less depending on heating system.

This first container kiln had several innovations, including the use of a direct fired heat pipe (Furnace Type Dry Kiln) and a Conifer sawdust burner.

Heating Options: Wood fired waterstove, gas boiler, indirect wood fired heat pipe, or gas turbine.

DIY Kit Fan Package: starting at $16,000.

Please email for plans, parts, consulting, or full builds pricing.

5000 BF Kiln

Firewood Dry Kiln Wood Heat Options by Global Energy

Sample Plans of the 5000 to 15000 BF Container Lumber Kiln by Global Energy

Global Energy 15000 BF shipping container lumber dry kiln plans

15,000 BF Container Lumber Dry Kiln (14 cord firewood) Plans

The 15,000 BF container kiln consists of two 40 foot high-cube aluminum shipping containers side by side, or two refrigerated vans (already insulated). The first kiln built in 1992 was a 15,000 BF size using used hi-cube shipping containers, and it worked great.

As a firewood kiln, this kiln can hold from 7-14 cords. Use your forklift to load IBC tote baskets to a simple rail system in the kiln. Heat treat firewood in a few days or less depending on heating system.

Heating Options: Wood fired waterstove, gas boiler, indirect wood fired heat pipe, or gas turbine.

DIY Kit Fan Package: starting at $32,000.

This first container kiln in 1992 had several innovations, including the use of a wood heat direct fired 16 inch stainless steel heat pipe (Furnace Type Dry Kiln) and a Conifer sawdust burner.

Sample Pages from the Kiln Kit Drawings

15,000 BF Container Kiln

Global Energy 5000 BF shipping container lumber dry kiln plans

Global Energy shipping container lumber dry kiln from 1992

USDA Heat Treatment of Firewood to Meet Phytosanitary Standards

Discover how certified heat treatment stops pests in their tracks and keeps firewood moving across state lines. This quick read breaks down the required temperatures, the gear that proves compliance, and real kiln case studies from the field. Learn what to monitor, how to pass inspections, and how producers can protect forests while staying in business. Read the full article to see the step by step process and results.

Heat Treatment of Firewood to Meet Phytosanitary Standards

Efficient Firewood Kiln Design for Hardwood Drying and ISPM-15 Heat Treatment Certification to Eliminate any Insects

Drying firewood efficiently requires a careful balance of airflow, temperature, and heat source economy. For hardwoods such as oak, the objective is to reach a final moisture content below 10% while maintaining conditions suitable for ISPM 15 heat treatment (minimum 56 °C / 133 °F core temperature for at least 30 minutes).

By combining strong forced airflow, controlled heat application, and proper wood arrangement, kiln operators can significantly reduce drying times while minimizing fuel costs.

Efficient Firewood Kiln Design for Hardwood Drying and ISPM-15 Certification

Comparison of ISPM-15 and USDA Firewood Heat Treatment Standards

Learn the difference between ISPM-15 and the USDA’s firewood heat treatment standards. This quick guide explains why firewood requires higher temperatures, longer treatment times, and stricter monitoring than wood packaging materials. Discover how these two systems work together to stop invasive pests like the emerald ash borer and protect forests at both national and international levels.

Comparison of ISPM-15 and USDA Firewood Heat Treatment Standards

Small Diameter Wood Processing for High Value and Large Profits

Explore the profitable and sustainable opportunity of small diameter wood processing. Learn how innovative technologies and market demand are transforming this underutilized resource into valuable products, driving both economic growth and forest health.

Infinity Turbine and Global Energy (inventor of the Container Kiln in 1991) are developing small diameter wood sawmill and vacuum bag drying kiln.

We are currently looking for a micro sawmill manufacturer and partners to distribute and license our new products.

Small Diameter Wood Processing Information and Opportunities

Lumber Dry Kiln Technologies: A Comprehensive Comparison

The process of drying lumber is critical in woodworking and lumber production, significantly affecting the quality, stability, and usability of the wood. As technology advances, various lumber dry kiln technologies have been developed, each with its unique advantages and disadvantages. This article provides a comprehensive comparison of the main types of lumber dry kiln technologies: conventional kilns, vacuum kilns, high-temperature kilns, and dehumidification (DH) kilns, among others.

Capstone Remote Monitoring Software (CRMS) V4.25 and CRMS 551 and CRMS APS for C1000 V220

The Capstone Remote Monitoring Software allows users and maintenance to query the Capstone engine via a serial port interface.

This software includes:

Engine Software: C30, C60, C65, C200,

ES0325_DPC_User_Maint_Comm_Maint

Copeland Training V1.0 2001

CRMS V4.0-4.25, 551 Maint, V4 User,V540

Setup, Maintenance, User

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CRMS-APS for C1000 MaintV220revA

CRMS Engine Software has been confirmed working as of 15 April 2024 on a Windows computer. Includes software and password. The software is outdated, and available as-is. The software is available for purchase. Email for pricing. This is a must-have item if you have a older Capstone (pre-2015).

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OEM parts for Capstone Turbine C30, C60, C65, C200, C600 (3 x C200), C800 (4 x C200), C1000 (5 x C200).

The app for basic part descriptions is free, and a detailed supplier contact list is available for a fee.

The savings on buying direct from the OEM is huge, when compared to buying from Capstone or its dealer network.

With over 14,000 microturbines manufactured since 2001, there is a need for parts.

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Global Energy TEL: 1-608-238-6001 Email: greg@globalmicroturbine.com

5000 BF Kiln for Lumber and Firewood Plans, parts, or full build using natural gas, propane, or wood heat via heat pipe or hot water... More Info

15000 BF Kiln for Lumber and Firewood Plans, parts, or full build using natural gas, propane, or wood heat via heat pipe or hot water... More Info

Consulting for Container Lumber and Firewood Dry Kilns Expert consulting and analyst services in renewable energy, lumber and firewood dry kilns since 1992, and Capstone Turbine sales and research since 2003. With decades of experience in buying and selling Capstone Turbine C30, C65, C200, and C1000 systems. More Info

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