The dry kiln course covers the basics of kiln drying, setting up schedules, troubleshooting kiln problems, preventative maintenance, and quality control issues related to drying. The instructors for the course are SPIB Area Manager, Mark Gillis and Quality Supervisors, Seth Champion and Hayden Dennis. In addition to various kiln equipment vendors such as:
- USNR
- Finna Group (Formally SCS)
- KDS Windsor
- Louisiana Steam Equipment Company
- And Others
Who should attend: Kiln Operator, QC Technician, Maintenance Technician, Supervision.
Cost: $600
Location: Course will be held at the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Pensacola Beach, FL.
Accommodations:
You will need to make your own hotel arrangements.
Fairfield Inn and Suites
16 Via De Luna Drive
Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
850-932-1889
Group Hotel Rate: Book your group rate for SPIB Quality Together
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Pensacola Beach for $199 - $219 USD per night, group rate cut off August 8, 2025
Lunch and Course materials provided.
A reception will be held immediately following class on the first day.