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Kiln workshop with David Kenny

Understanding and using your electric kiln
When
Saturday 22nd July 2023 9:30am - 5:30pm
Where  Waikato Society of Potters, Ward Park Arts Centre, 2 Seddon Road, Hamilton View Map

David Kenny, our experienced kiln technician, is running a rare kiln workshop that mixes both theory and practical information. Perfect for people thinking of buying a kiln or new to kilns, this workshop will cover a lot of the basics to give you the confidence to fire your own kiln. It will also be great for those considering buying a kiln.\

  • Loading and unloading.
  • Extraction fans
  • Kiln shelves: kiln wash, cutting and grinding shelves. 
  • How the kiln works
    • elements
    • contactor/relay
    • controller
    • heating profiles
  • Record keeping, firings, electrical properties
  • Things to check/know before buying a kiln
  • Using a multimeter

Things to bring if you have:

  • dust mask
  • multimeter
  • calculator
  • shelf with glaze you want removed
  • shelf you want cut
  • Photos of your
    • kiln name plate
    • kiln outside
    • controller
    • elements
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Member $80.00
(No Longer Available)

School or registered charity $80.00
(No Longer Available)

Available 16 Jun 2023 - 22 Jul 2023

Non-member $110.00
(No Longer Available)

All prices in NZ Dollars and include GST

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