{"product_id":"peter-pugger-vpm-7-vacuum-power-wedger-canadian-provinces-ship-for-225","title":"Peter Pugger VPM-7 Vacuum Power Wedger - Canadian Provinces Ship for $225*","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#800000\" style=\"color: #800000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePrice includes accessory pug cutter as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#800000\" style=\"color: #800000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eComes equipped with 110V electrical for standard service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatch Sizes:\u003cspan\u003e The VPM-7, which mixes up to a maximum of 14 Ibs. of moist clay. (Capacities vary depending on clay condition, type, moisture, etc).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaft, augers and paddles of stainless steel, ensures corrosion-resistant clay processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum: \u003c\/strong\u003eMixing\/Pugging Chamber made from 356A Aluminum Alloy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Hopper: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe oversized hopper door allows for easy loading of up to 14 lbs. 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\u003eSwitch 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\u003eEach 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. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur patented vacuum design\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/peterpugger.com\/history\/patents\/\"\u003e(Click here for full list of patents)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 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\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealed Chamber: \u003c\/strong\u003eHere in our Northern California Factory, each pugmill casting has precision CNC machined o-ring grooves incorporated into them which allows the pugmill to\u003cstrong\u003e effectively store moist clay indefinitely! \u003c\/strong\u003eNo other pugmill on the market provides this level of precision when it comes to properly sealing all pugmill surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntellectual Mixing Technology: \u003c\/strong\u003eReal-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatented Vacuum Chamber:\u003c\/strong\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. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeter Pugger is the only mixing pugmill to provide extra protection against vacuum and bearing seal exposure resulting in maintenance free operation \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/peterpugger.com\/history\/patents\/\"\u003e(Click here for full list of patents)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariable 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\u003eStainless Work Surface: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe stainless steel work surface creates a durable work surface for convenience of the operator while loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peter Pugger now offers a corrosion resistant model (VPM-7SS)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efor potters using white (based) clay bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Stand: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis 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-9SS stand for easy transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeter Pugger Mfg Inc warrants its products to be free from material defects and workmanship for two full years.  Warranty covers against any defects in the construction or materials, including parts and labor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Peter Pugger Pugmills ship to Canadian Provinces for $225, Canadian Territories request a shipping quote.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Pugger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42344514158697,"sku":null,"price":7495.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/7667\/files\/Peter-Pugger-VPM-7.jpg?v=1775504891","url":"https:\/\/www.soundingstone.com\/products\/peter-pugger-vpm-7-vacuum-power-wedger-canadian-provinces-ship-for-225","provider":"Sounding Stone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}