Linda Mosley on thu 1 jun 00
We have permission to replace the 1967 Denver updraft
at the community college where I teach. I would like
opinions on which commercial kilns are the most
reliable, safe, and easy to fire in a small space.
We need a 16-20 cubic foot, front loading soft-brick
kiln for cone 10 reduction. There is a large overhead
hood in a small cement block kiln room that also
serves as a hall to the outside working patio. I have
taught since 1970, but always had Denvers or hardbrick
downdrafts, so would like input on other brands:
1) Which brand is best for student workers to use
safely (with instructor's supervision)?
2) Do gas kiln controllers work well, and are they
worth the expense?
3) Which company has given you the best support?
4) Any other suggestions?
Please answer off line if you wish. Thanks in advance.
lindamosley@yahoo.com
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Linda Mosley
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ceramic instructor, St. Louis Community College - FV
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ILENE MAHLER on fri 2 jun 00
I know its not brick but the Gel Kiln that Tom Coleman uses is great.Its
fiber and works great its a down draft I am hoping eventually to get a
group together in Conn to buy one...Ilene in Conn
Linda Mosley wrote:
>
> We have permission to replace the 1967 Denver updraft
> at the community college where I teach. I would like
> opinions on which commercial kilns are the most
> reliable, safe, and easy to fire in a small space.
> We need a 16-20 cubic foot, front loading soft-brick
> kiln for cone 10 reduction. There is a large overhead
> hood in a small cement block kiln room that also
> serves as a hall to the outside working patio. I have
> taught since 1970, but always had Denvers or hardbrick
> downdrafts, so would like input on other brands:
> 1) Which brand is best for student workers to use
> safely (with instructor's supervision)?
> 2) Do gas kiln controllers work well, and are they
> worth the expense?
> 3) Which company has given you the best support?
> 4) Any other suggestions?
> Please answer off line if you wish. Thanks in advance.
> lindamosley@yahoo.com
>
> =====
> Linda Mosley
> lindamosley@yahoo.com
> ceramic instructor, St. Louis Community College - FV
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GURUSHAKTI@AOL.COM on fri 2 jun 00
Dear Linda:
I am very pleased with my 20 year old Geil. It's the 17cu ft fiber model. I
know that Geil kiln now come with a government approved tag, if that's any
concern for your school situation.
The kiln is built well and easy to fire. I have moved this kiln several times
and the movers once dropped it off the forklift and it still worked fine,
even though it now has a break in the outer coating board on the chimney
section. My only maintenance has been to replace the safety valve once and a
one time replacement of the pilot bar.
As far as support goes, it's hard to be definitive. In the early days Paul
was readably available, but the last few years I think his work load has been
pretty heavy and he has been a bit difficult to reach at times and the lady
who answers the phone doesn't seem to have any knowledge of the kiln or it's
components.
It will be interesting to hear followup on other companies like Bailey, etc.
Regards,
June
Regards,
June
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