Let the Smelting begin 2.0 – Now, even smeltier

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P. Süßer refreshing the clay-lining of the furnace walls

Author: Philip Süßer

Yesterday the big day had come, the first group of volunteers arrived and were ready to fire up some ovens. After the obligatory introduction and health and saftey instructions, the preparations could begin. Wood chopping, ore grinding and furnace lining – all of us were fully engaged.

With all that said and done, we are not yet sure whether we will be able to take our freshly built furnace for a ride tomorrow. The Heat and the absence of rain might force us to postpone the experiment….