G53 VERTICAL PUGMILL

The G53 Vertical Pugmill is a premium clay processing machine engineered for potters, ceramic manufacturers and educational ceramics departments that require efficient reclaiming and preparation of large quantities of clay. Unlike traditional horizontal pugmills, the G53 features a unique vertical design, significantly reducing the floor space required while improving clay flow and mixing performance.

Manufactured from heavy-duty cast aluminium sections, the G53 is built for durability in demanding studio and production environments. Its innovative vertical configuration allows gravity to assist the mixing and extrusion process, producing consistently blended clay while maintaining a compact footprint that is ideal for workshops where space is at a premium.

The machine utilises individually mounted auger blades that can be repositioned to suit different clay bodies and extrusion requirements. This configurable blade arrangement enables users to optimise the machine for improved clay mixing, de-airing and extrusion performance depending on the material being processed.

The auger is supported by dual taper thrust bearings and driven by an inline helical geared motor through a flexible coupling. This robust drive system provides smooth, reliable power transmission while reducing wear and ensuring long-term performance.

Designed for users who regularly recycle larger quantities of clay than standard studio pugmills can accommodate, the G53 is an excellent choice for professional pottery studios, colleges, universities, community ceramics centres and commercial ceramic production facilities.

Manufactured in the UK by Gladstone Engineering, the G53 combines innovative engineering, compact design and exceptional reliability to deliver efficient clay preparation for demanding ceramic applications.

Key Features

• Professional vertical clay pugmill
• Space-saving vertical design
• Higher performance than conventional horizontal pugmills
• Heavy-duty cast aluminium construction
• Individually adjustable auger blades
• Configurable for different clay bodies and extrusion requirements
• Dual taper thrust bearing support
• Flexible coupling drive system
• Inline helical geared motor
• Ideal for reclaiming large quantities of clay
• Robust UK-manufactured construction

Suitable For

• Professional pottery studios
• Ceramic production workshops
• Schools
• Colleges and universities
• Clay reclaiming
• Clay mixing
• Clay extrusion
• Stoneware clay
• Earthenware clay
• Porcelain clay
• Ceramic manufacturers
• Community pottery studios

Product Specifications

• Product: G53 Vertical Pugmill
• Type: Vertical electric clay pugmill
• Barrel Diameter: 150mm cast aluminium barrel
• Extrusion Size: 75mm
• Output: Approximately 360kg of clay per hour
• Drive Motor: 0.75kW (1 HP) reduction drive gearbox, direct drive, 230/400V
• Construction: Cast aluminium 150mm barrel with 75mm extrusion and split-body design for easy cleaning
• Configuration: Space-saving vertical design
• Mixing System: Individually mounted adjustable auger blades
• Bearing System: Dual taper thrust bearings
• Drive System: Inline helical geared motor with flexible coupling
• Dimensions: 711 × 609 × 1980mm (L × W × H)
• Delivery Weight: 123kg
• Finish: Durable two-stage coated finish
• Applications: Clay reclaiming, mixing and extrusion
• Suitable For: Medium to high-volume clay recycling and clay preparation
• Manufactured In: United Kingdom