: Often a barrel-style or dry-stacked cinder block arch with fire bricks for insulation.
: A two-pan or three-pan system where "Tray 1" acts as a warming tray for cold sap before it is moved to the high-concentration finishing pans. Sirap.MK.1.var
: Using portable drills and collecting spiles to gather sap from maple trees. : Often a barrel-style or dry-stacked cinder block
Variants in production often depend on the "var" (variation) of the final product: Variants in production often depend on the "var"
: Bringing the syrup to a final temperature of approximately 219°F (104°C) to ensure proper thickness and density. 3. Standards & Grading (The ".var" Variants)
: Boiling sap until it reaches a specific sugar concentration. For efficiency, many use Reverse Osmosis (RO) to remove water before boiling, which can reduce fuel consumption by over 50%.
: Many modern "MK.1" builds integrate a blower or leaf blower at the air intake to maintain a "roaring" fire and consistent boil. 2. The Production Workflow