Abstract: A prefabricated structure and method for constructing and lifting the same is provided wherein the structure comprises: (a) a wall unit having a plurality of horizontal courses of construction material stacked one atop another and arranged such that they define at least one generally vertical passage therein which opens through the unit's bottom end; (b) lifting means, positioned on the unit's upper end, for lifting and transporting the unit; (c) generally vertically-oriented banding means, which is in contact with the passes under at least a portion of the unit's bottom end, for securing the lifting means to the unit; and (d) spacer means fitted within the opening defined in the unit's bottom end.

Abstract: An end block adapted for use on a kiln car includes a refractory body having a transverse projection at a front end and a transverse recess at a rear end. The recess is dimensioned to receive therewithin a projection on the front end of another block with a loose fit therebetween. A sealing layer of resilient refractory material may be disposed within the recess for contact with the front end projection of another block.

Abstract: An end block adapted for use on a kiln car includes a refractory body having a transverse projection at a front end and a transverse recess at a rear end. The recess is dimensioned to receive therewithin a projection on the front end of another block with a loose fit therebetween. A sealing layer of resilient refractory material may be disposed within the recess for contact with the front end projection of another block.

Abstract: An end block adapted for use on a kiln car includes a refractory body having a transverse projection at a front end and a transverse recess at a rear end. The recess is dimensioned to receive therewithin a projection on the front end of another block with a loose fit therebetween. A sealing layer of resilient refractory material may be disposed within the recess for contact with the front end projection of another block.