CRESS KILNS

TURNAROUND TIMES 8-12 WEEKS AS OF 7/31/25. 

Cress was founded in 1973 as a company with a simple concept to provide exceptionally high-quality products and services. With this goal in mind, Cress has evolved into a very important manufacturer and distributor of heat treating furnaces in the United States and many other countries. Cress manufactures, exports and distributes heat treating furnaces for the metal industry, quartz glass, industrial ceramics, jewelry, porcelain, pottery ornamental ceramics and many other applications.

For Cress, innovation is essential to transform a good idea into a product of high value to our customers. They can adapt to the needs of customers; therefore, if you have something in mind, they can build it. With these ideas in mind, they strive to provide better services and products that will last and provide years of service.   

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    How much energy/electricity will I be using?

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