Slip & Glaze Preparation
Achieving consistency in ceramic work starts with precise preparation. At Potclays, we offer a comprehensive, curated selection of slip and glaze preparation machinery that is designed to meet the demands of potters, educational facilities, and manufacturers. From studio tools to industry-ready systems, our machinery ensures that clay and water, stains, or other powdered materials are mixed perfectly. Whether you're producing slip for casting or decorating, or preparing things like underglazes, our equipment provides efficient and controlled blending.
Achieve Consistent Results with Blunger Units
Blunger units are essential for mixing powdered or plastic clay with water to create smooth, pourable slip. Blunging is the process of combining these elements using a shaft driven by a motor, creating a mix that is suitable for casting or surface decoration. Find blunger units known for robust stainless steel bodies and a user-friendly hexagonal design for space efficiency. They also feature a reliable valve at the base for clean, efficient dispensing of the slip.
Blungers are ideal for producing high volumes of slip or glaze, preventing settling and ensuring consistency within the materials. Whether you're preparing slip for casting or decoration, or mixing ceramic glazes, a blunger helps to improve finish quality and efficiency.
Selecting the Right Blunger
It is important to understand the difference between 15-gallon and 25-gallon blunger options. Both are built for performance but cater to different production scales. Each blunger has been specially designed for converting plastic clay, when mixed with water, into a consistent slip.
The 15-gallon blunger is ideal for smaller or mid-sized operations, delivering efficiency with a smaller footprint. The 25-gallon blunger is best suited to higher production demands. Both units are driven by a powerful motor through a reduction gearbox, ensuring steady mixing performance. Their hexagonal container is made to allow for easy cleaning.
Each blunger utilises two stainless steel paddles which rotate at approximately 150 rpm and feature a loading chute to avoid contact with the machine's blades. Both options are available in three-phase versions, denoted by '3ph', referring to the power supply for the machines.
Slip Casting Units, Pump Units, and Sieves
Slip casting units, pump units, and sieves combine to create a streamlined workflow. Designed predominantly for studio use, potters can use the pump units to transfer slip cleanly from mixing units to moulds with minimal waste. Utilising all three pieces of machinery ensures slip or glaze is free of contaminants - helping to improve kiln results and allowing for even application on pottery.
Every component available in our range is chosen for reliability and compatibility when dealing with raw materials, plaster, and ceramic slip. Whether you're refining underglaze or trying to prepare clay slip, this equipment helps to maintain a professional standard every step of the way.
Why Choose Potclays?
At Potclays, we're with you across every step of the process. Not only can we provide you with key machinery like slip casting units and blungers, but we can also provide you with the stands to sit them on.
Not only that, but we're on hand to provide anything you need to improve your pottery process. Whether you're an industrial manufacturer, a professional studio, or an amateur potter, we've got a range of tools, machinery and more to help you on your way.
Not sure where to start with this equipment? Get in touch with us, we're happy to help.
