{"product_id":"vpm-7ss-peter-pugger-vpm7-stainless-steel-pugmill-pvpm7ss","title":"Peter Pugger VPM-7SS VPM7 Stainless Steel Pugmill \/ Mixer","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"abz-seo-product\"\u003eVPM-7SS Peter Pugger Stainless Steel Pugmill Clay Mixer \/ Clay Mixer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you can order a vacuum de-airing VPM-7SS Pugmill Mixer by Peter Pugger at Sheffield Pottery Ceramic Supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVPM-7 Stainless Steel Vacuum Power Wedger\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e(14 lb. Max. Batch Size)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Vacuum Deairing Pugger-Mixer\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\" color=\"#800000\"\u003eComes equipped with 110V electrical for standard service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuestion:\u003c\/b\u003e \"When is Peter Pugger going to come up with something small for us single potter studios?\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\" color=\"#800000\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnswer:\u003c\/b\u003e The VPM-7 has arrived. With all the bells and whistles, and a price that competes with the standard \"offshore\" pugmills, the compact VPM-7 does it all. Any clay that has not been fired can be reclaimed in the VPM-7. With the fastest mixing times in the industry, broken green ware, slop, powder and water can be thrown into the pugmill and reclaimed in minutes. With the latest advancements in mixing, deairing and extruding technology, the VPM-7 outshines the competition. Quality, durability and proven performance...Why settle for anything else? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStainless Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Shaft, augers and paddles of stainless steel, along with aluminum mixing\/pugging chamber ensures rust-free clay processing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge Hopper:\u003c\/b\u003e The oversized hopper door allows for easy loading of up to 14 lbs. of clay per batch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBatch Mixing Capability:\u003c\/b\u003e Full batch mixing and blending capability allows for moisture adjustment before pugging. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePugmill Output:\u003c\/b\u003e Switch to PUG after a batch is completely mixed, and the Power Wedger unloads itself in the form of 3\" diameter deaired logs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVacuum Deaired:\u003c\/b\u003e Each batch can be deaired by starting the vacuum pump during the last stage of mixing, leaving an air-free product when pugged out (no need to run the clay through the pugmill multiple times). Once the entire batch of clay has been deaired, switch the pugmill to PUG, and press start. Any remaining deaired clay in the machine can be stored for later use without having to remix or deair. \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e22605;\" color=\"#E22605\"\u003e Our patented vacuum design allows us to deair the entire batch of clay without the use of cumbersome vacuum\/shredding screens, or down time due to a clogged pugmill! No other mixing pugmill on the market matches the Peter Pugger's effectiveness at deairing clay. We guarantee it! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSealed Chamber:\u003c\/b\u003e Here in our Northern California Factory, each pugmill casting has precision CNC machined o-ring grooves incorporated into them which allows the pugmill to \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e22605;\" color=\"#E22605\"\u003eeffectively store moist clay indefinitely!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e No other pugmill on the market provides this level of precision when it comes to properly sealing all pugmill surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntellectual Mixing Technology:\u003c\/b\u003e Real-time monitoring of clay consistency can be accomplished while mixing. Similar to an automatic transmission, the Pugger-Mixer can automatically speed up or slow down based on the hardness of the clay being processed. The operator can also control the speed by controlling the variable speed knob. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePatented Vacuum Chamber\u003c\/b\u003e The Patented Vacuum Chamber serves as a separation chamber between the processing chamber (where clay is mixed and pugged) and the gear drive system. In the event the pugmill is overfilled, the excess clay is collected in the vacuum chamber where it can be easily accessed and redirected back into the processing chamber in time for the next batch (if necesary). The Vacuum Chamber door is designed to disengage before excess clay can generate enough pressure to damage the gear drive system. This is a key design feature for mixing pugmills where clay is being forced up against the rear of the processing chamber during the mixing cycle. \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e22605;\" color=\"#E22605\"\u003ePeter Pugger is the only mixing pugmill to provide extra protection against vacuum and bearing seal exposure resulting in maintenance free operation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVariable Speed Control:\u003c\/b\u003e This allows the operator the ability to speed up or slow down the pugmill. This is especially useful when extruding through dies. Because of the back pressure generated by a large amount of clay being forced through a small orifice, the speed control allows the operator to slow the pugging as required. In turn, perfect deaired configurations are easily extruded through the Pugger-Mixer. There are additional advantages if you are a \"single potter studio\". The ability to slow the pugging allows for time to place pugged clay into containers or bags. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStainless Work Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e The stainless steel work surface creates a durable work surface for convenience of the operator while loading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCorrosion Resistant:\u003c\/b\u003e Peter Pugger now offers a corrosion resistant model (VPM-7SS) for potters using porcelain clay bodies with soda spars. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptional Stand:\u003c\/b\u003e This heavy duty stand has a shelf, and the height is adjustable. Wheels are included and can be installed on the motor end of the VPM-7 stand for easy transport.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCAPABILITIES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Power Wedger is the most versatile studio clay processing machine on the market today. It can perform a variety of functions efficiently, transforming clay in any form to a usable product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSome examples:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix moist clay from powder and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReclaim scrap - wet or dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend two or more different bodies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd materials (wet or dry) to an already moist body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust moisture of an already wet body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOR just mix a 14 lb. bag of clay - literally warm the clay by mixing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the clay is adequately mixed, it can be deaired with vacuum and pugged out in the form of logs ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSAFETY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not necessary to continuously hand-feed the Power Wedger as with standard pugmills. Load a full batch, close the lid and turn it on - this eliminates exposure to moving paddles. The Power Wedger shuts off automatically when the lid is opened. All machines are equipped with a thermal overload for protection against overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVACUUM PUMP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum is provided by a 1\/3 HP double-headed rocking piston type diaphragm pump. These new technology pumps are the simplest and quietest vacuum source available. They are maintenance-free and long lasting. \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e22605;\" color=\"#E22605\"\u003eThe VPM-7 Power Wedger does not require a large vacuum pump because the clay is continuously exposed to vacuum in the sealed mixing chamber. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Once the clay chamber is evacuated, the vacuum pump can be turned off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLEANING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e22605;\" color=\"#E22605\"\u003eWith the removal of four bolts, the entire mixing\/pugging chamber can be removed so it can be conveniently washed off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The paddles are then easily accessed for cleaning. Cleaning is necessary only to avoid cross contamination. Since the machines are completely sealed, moist clay can be stored indefinitely without drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Batch Capacity*:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePugging Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 350 lbs. per hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 lbs. per hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.5\"L x 12\"W x 13.75\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrated Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum Version – 133 lbs. (Ships FED EX Ground)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHopper Door Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5\" x 4\/5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePug Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\" round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 HP 1-phase, 6 amps at 120 volts, 4 amps at 240V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/3 HP, .9 amps at 120 volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Max Batch Capacity is based on material density and moisture content\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Pugger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45113677611330,"sku":"PVPM7SS","price":6149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/5508\/2050\/files\/white-vpm-7SS-1.jpg?v=1723643120","url":"https:\/\/www.sheffield-pottery.live\/products\/vpm-7ss-peter-pugger-vpm7-stainless-steel-pugmill-pvpm7ss","provider":"Sheffield Pottery Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}