Multi-layer Thermal Insulation Cladding

High-Performance Thermal Barrier for Alfonso Forni Ovens

The reliability of a wood-fired baking system is closely linked to the quality of its insulation. The Multi-layer Thermal Protection Panelling consists of three panels to be assembled in a ‘U’ shape, designed to create an effective shield around the oven and physically separate the high-temperature operating areas from the outer surfaces. Thanks to their structure, the panels intercept, dissipate and reflect heat, limiting its spread and preventing the overheating of plaster, cladding and masonry. Developed to integrate seamlessly with the LUXOR PLUS and EMAX PLUS indirect-firing wood-fired ovens, this system ensures optimal thermal insulation and helps to preserve the high radiant performance that characterises these models. 

The operating principle is based on creating a genuine thermal barrier between the oven body and the surrounding structures. The multi-layer structure reduces heat transfer by both conduction and radiation, creating a clear separation between hot and cold zones. This safeguards the integrity of the masonry and cladding over time, ensuring a safer, more efficient and longer-lasting installation.

Technical Specifications and Materials

• Multi-layer Construction: Designed to dissipate the heat generated by the cooking chamber without suffering deformation or degradation under cyclic thermal stress.
• High-Quality Materials: Fibre-ceramic interior with a density of 96 kg/m³ (thickness 25 mm) and 1 mm galvanised sheet metal cladding.
• Structure Dimensions: Height: 110 cm – Width: 87.9 cm – Depth: 95 cm. Thickness of individual panel: 2.2 cm.
• Perfect Integration: The shape is optimised to fit the specific geometries of the combustion chambers in compatible models.

Applications and Benefits

The installation of this heat shield is essential in a wide range of architectural and design scenarios. Its use is strongly recommended when fitting out built-in outdoor kitchens, covered porches, glazed conservatories and in all situations where the oven needs to be recessed or placed against wall partitions. It is the ideal solution for those wishing to combine the aesthetics of a compact cooking area with essential compliance with fire safety and building conservation regulations.

• Structural Protection: It protects adjacent surfaces and supporting walls from damage caused by prolonged exposure to high temperature gradients.
• Energy Efficiency: By retaining heat within the oven’s working area, it helps to reduce heat loss, improving cooking performance and reducing wood consumption.
• Installation Optimisation: Allows the oven to be positioned close to existing walls, reducing the safety clearances required for safe operation.
• Maximum Safety: It minimises the risk of accidents caused by accidental contact with external surfaces, protecting the operator and the surrounding environment.

Why Choose the Original Alfonso Forni Panelling?

The reliability of an indirect-fired wood-fired oven depends largely on the quality of its insulation. Choosing Alfonso Forni’s Multi-layer Thermal Protection Panelling means relying on a component designed to work in perfect synergy with the oven. Unlike generic insulation materials, it maintains its performance even after repeated heating and cooling cycles, without suffering any deformation or deterioration. This guarantees a lifespan equal to that of the oven and consistently effective insulation over time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do the panels require regular maintenance?

No, thanks to its inert nature and the high-strength materials used, the panel requires no maintenance once it has been correctly and professionally installed.

Can it be adapted for ovens from other brands?

Although the insulating properties are universal, the panel has been pre-dimensioned and tested exclusively for integration with the LUXOR PLUS and EMAX PLUS ranges from Alfonso Forni. Use with third-party products is not covered by the warranty of conformity.

Is it visible after installation?

The installation is designed to be ‘concealed’, with the insulating panelling positioned between the back/side of the oven and the wall, thus preserving the aesthetic purity of the cooking area.