Dyna-Lift
Lift Assist Option

Evenheat is proud to introduce the new Dyna-Lift lid lift assist for our large kilns.

The Dyna-Lift lightens the force needed to operate the kiln lid. It does so with ease and grace and with no negative effects upon the kiln itself. It is "The No Damage Lift Assist". Hallmarks of the design include no kiln body connection, single point lifting and emphasis on allowing the lid to act naturally.

We have a lot to tell you about the new Dyna-Lift and why we believe the design is superior to anything else available. We invite you to take some time to find out more.

Dyna-Lift installed on the GTS 2541

Dyna-Lift
Features

Firebrick is a great material for kilns but it can be heavy. The lid on our GTS 2541 weighs a hefty 63lbs.. The Dyna-Lift reduces the amount of force needed to lift this lid to about 8lbs.!! The Dyna-Lift is available for use on a variety of Evenheat models.

Heavy Lids are No Longer Heavy

The Dyna-Lift attaches directly to the kiln stand, not the kiln body. The lifting forces push and pull against the lift's rear post, lifting arm and kiln stand. This kiln-friendly design means no damaging forces are placed upon the kiln wall, hinge or lid.

The Dyna-Lift Attaches to the Kiln Stand,
Not the Kiln Body 

The Dyna-Lift attaches to the existing kiln handle via a single "link". There are no other connections. It's the only connection to the kiln and the only one needed. The Dyna-Lift simply lifts where you do and nowhere else.

A Single Link at the Natural Lifting Point

Since the Dyna-Lift is not placed on the kiln body it allows the lid to move and act as it normally does. The lid and kiln body continue to behave as if the Dyna-Lift were not attached.

No Hinge Restrictions
The Lid is Free to Move Naturally

Corners provide excellent strength for mounting. The Dyna-Lift takes advantage of this by connecting directly to our existing, corner mounted lid handle. The Dyna-Lift adds nothing to complicate or weaken the kiln, instead it works with and takes advantage of the existing, proven design.

Corner Mounted Handles and Hinges Mean
Strength, Reliability and Long Life

We're pleased to offer a lid vent as a part of the Dyna-Lift design. This handy devise allows you to vent the kiln lid at 3 positions on our glass kilns and 2 positions on our ceramic kilns.

Three Position Lid Vent

The Dyna-Lift attaches directly to the kiln stand, not the kiln. This makes setup very easy on new and existing kilns. The lifts' arm, post and mounting bracket are delivered assembled as one unit. Setting up the Dyna-Lift, whether on a new or existing kiln does not require disassembly of the kiln.

Installation instructions for all Dyna-Lift Ready Kilns (.pdf)
 

Just Place Your Kiln on the Stand as You Normally Would Disassembly of the Kiln is Not Required

What is a Lift Assist?

A lift assist is a devise designed to lighten the amount of force needed to open a kiln lid. Some kiln lids can be quite heavy and any devise that offers lifting assistance is welcome. The Dyna-Lift offers this assistance. The Dyna-Lift significantly reduces the amount of force needed to operate the kiln lid.
 

Why No Connection to the Kiln Body or Hinge?

Any lift assist devise requires the use of strong forces in order to operate. That's how they work. These forces have to push and pull against something; preferably something built for that purpose. Kiln bodies aren't built for that purpose. The purpose of the kiln body is to create the shape of the firing chamber and maintain it. Placing additional forces on the kiln body and hinge area weakens them. While this is true for most kiln shapes it is especially true on oval shaped kilns that have relatively long, flat surfaces. Mounting the Dyna-Lift to the kiln body was not an option. Instead, we designed the Dyna-Lift into the kiln stand itself.

With the Dyna-Lift, lifting forces are confined to the lifting arm, lifting post and kiln stand. There are no attachments to the kiln body or hinge area and no damaging forces are added to these areas. The only attachment point is at the natural lifting point of the lid. It's a very "kiln-friendly" design that works remarkably well.
 

What's Important about Single Point / Centered Lift Action?

The Dyna-Lift attaches to the existing kiln handle via a single "link". There are no other connections. Lifting from this single, centered point keeps the lid balanced left to right with no additional strain upon the lid. This single point concept also negates any differences seen in the lifting springs. Spring tension varies from spring to spring as well as with heat and use. With the Dyna-Lift all spring force is taken to a single point. Any differences in spring tension are not transformed into torque and will not twist the lid.
 

Why is Free Lid Movement Important?

Lids tend to move around as they are heated and cooled. It's natural and normal. Kiln hinges are designed to allow the lid to move freely during these periods. Not allowing this movement would result in added stress and possible damage to the kiln. Given that the Dyna-Lift is not connected to the kiln body or hinge area the kiln lid is allowed to act and react as it normally would. There are no forces preventing free movement. The lid and kiln body continue to behave as if the Dyna-Lift were not attached. This means that the kiln, hinge and lid are not damaged by the Dyna-Lift.
 

What's the Natural Lifting Point?

The natural lifting point of the kiln lid is opposite of the hinge (that's why handles are located here). The Dyna-Lift attaches to this natural lifting point. It's the only connection to the kiln and the only one needed. The Dyna-Lift simply lifts where you do. Very simple.
 

Why is the Corner Mounting Technique Important?

The corners of the kiln body and lid provide excellent strength for mounting. We install our hinge and lid handle brackets on these corners for this reason. When we mount items to the kiln body or lid we mount at these rounded corners whenever possible. The Dyna-Lift takes advantage of this corner mount technique by connecting directly to our existing corner mounted lid handle. The Dyna-Lift adds nothing to complicate or weaken the kiln, instead it works with and takes advantage of the existing, proven design.
 

Lid Vent Added!

We're pleased to offer a lid vent as a part of the Dyna-Lift design. This handy devise allows you to vent the kiln lid at 3 positions on our glass models and 2 positions on our ceramic models. These positions offer the following approximate openings: 1/2", 1-1/2" and 2-1/2".
 

Easy Setup

Setup and installation is easy. And yes, we really mean easy. The main component of the Dyna-Lift (post, arm and mounting bracket) are assembled and shipped as one unit. On new kilns, simply assemble the kiln stand and bolt the Dyna-Lift to the stand. Place your kiln on the stand and attach the connecting link. That's it. Disassembly of the kiln is not required.

Already own an Evenheat Kiln? Installing a Dyna-Lift on your existing kiln is also very easy. Along with the steps described above you'll need to install the security lid bar and, depending on model, a new lid handle. You may also choose to install the lid vent prop. Other than removing your existing lid handle, if necessary, installation of these devises requires no disassembly. The Dyna-Lift is available for use on a variety of Evenheat Kiln models.

The Dyna-Lift is Available for the Following Evenheat Models
 

Glass Kilns
 

Ceramic Kilns