{"product_id":"vpm30-pugmill-mixer-by-peter-pugger-pvpm30","title":"Peter Pugger VPM-30 Pugmill \/ Mixer","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"abz-seo-product\"\u003eVPM30 PETER PUGGER PUGMILL \/ Clay Mixer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you can order a vacuum de-airing VPM30 Pugmill Mixer by Peter Pugger at Sheffield Pottery Ceramic Supplies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Vacuum Power Wedger combines the capability of batch mixing with the convenience of pugmill output and the ease of vacuum deairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll your scrap goes right back into the hopper and is recycled, vacuum deaired and pugged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaft, augers and paddles of stainless steel, along with aluminum mixing and pugging chambers, make for rust-free clay processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable Blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mixing blade\/auger assembly is removable for ease of cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Hopper:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8\" x 8\" hopper door allows for easy loading of up to 85 Ibs. of clay per batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatch Mixing Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full batch mixing and blending capability allows for moisture adjustment before pugging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePugmill Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switch to PUG after a batch is completely mixed, and the Power Wedger unloads itself in the form of 3\" diameter deaired logs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Deaired:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each batch can be deaired by starting the vacuum pump when the load is mixed. Air is removed during the last stage of mixing, leaving an air-free product when pugged out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealed Chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaving moist clay in the Power Wedger is not a problem. All the openings are sealed so clay will stay moist indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Variable Speed Control:\u003c\/strong\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn Wheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e The VPM-30 comes with 6\" diameter wheels. It is easily transported for cleaning or storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWork Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e The motor and drive are enclosed for protection, cleanliness and safety. A 14\" x 20\" cleanable work surface is provided on top for convenience of the operator while loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAPABILITIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vacuum 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\u003eSome examples:\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 warm up a batch of clay.\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\u003cstrong\u003eSAFETY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #993300;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #993300;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not necessary to continuously hand-feed the Vacuum Power Wedger as with standard pugmills. Load a full batch, close the lid and turn it on - this eliminates exposure to moving blades. The Power Wedger shuts off automatically when the lid is opened. All machines are equipped with a thermal overload for protection against overheating. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleaning is necessary only to avoid cross-contamination. Since the machine is completely sealed, it can be left for long periods of time without the clay drying out. \u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSHIPS FOB Ukiah, CA 95482, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Batch Capacity*: 85 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePugging Rate: 800 lbs. per hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing Rate: 240 lbs. per hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 46\"L x 24\"W x 33\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrated Weight: Aluminum Version – 410 lbs. (Ships LTL Trucking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHopper Door Size: 8\" x 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePug Size: 3\" round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical: 1.5 HP 1-phase, 16 amps at 120 volts, 8 amps at 240V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVacuum Pump: 1\/2 HP, 3 amps at 120 volts, 2 amps at 240V\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":45113676759362,"sku":"PVPM30","price":8899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/5508\/2050\/files\/PVPM30-2_c6e935ab-96ed-4c7e-bf09-e7e5b047254b.jpg?v=1791876651","url":"https:\/\/www.sheffield-pottery.live\/products\/vpm30-pugmill-mixer-by-peter-pugger-pvpm30","provider":"Sheffield Pottery Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}