Ovens - Gas versus Electronic

chris lake

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Title:

Ovens - Gas versus Electronic

Creator:

chris lake

Date:

5/11/2000

Text:

Dear List:

I will be purchasing an oven to be used for both drape and
blister/bubble forming. All ovens that are in consideration are 30 to
36 deep x 30 to 36 wide and around 24' tall in regard to internal
dimensions. My question is which is better - gas or electric. I have
looked at the PDQ line so any infrared experience would be welcomed as
well.

I have heard similar disadvantages for both oven types including . . .
expense of purchase,
difficult to turn on i.e. must light oven every day (gas only),
excessive heat generation = expensive air conditioning bill.
uneven cooking of plastic or cold/hot spots, and,
excessive maintenance.

For those of you who have been to several facilities or have practiced
for 10 or more years - What type of oven would you suggest for a new
office that will be performing all types of prosthetic services. Note
that larger items such as KAFO's would be two separate pulls. How much
money should I expect to spend and how large an inside dimension have
you found to work best.

Thank you in advance.

Chris Lake, CPO - LPO

                          

Citation

chris lake, “Ovens - Gas versus Electronic,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 23, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/214105.