Comments for Chaotic Glass by Mike Aurelius

Comment on Air temperature and altitude corrections for ventilation systems by mikeaurelius

mikeaurelius — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:29:54 +0000

El Sid, my chart is taken from the TCF chart. I purposely shortened it because the higher temperature range is NEVER used in a domestic/commercial art glass studio. The TCF chart is used in industrial applications.

I wouldn’t call it “better”, just more extensive, but for our purposes as hot glass artists, not very useful.

Comment on Air temperature and altitude corrections for ventilation systems by ElSid

ElSid — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:19:56 +0000

A better fan altitude and temperature chart would be page 4 here http://tcf.com/docs/i-ms/engineering-resource-guide—twin-city-fan-blower—erg-100.pdf?Status=Master

Comment on The danger of leaking propane by BunnyPoindexter.com» Archive » Designing a studio space for lampworking

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 15:25:47 +0000

[...] sites very useful when I decided my original working environment was NOT suitable for lampworking: http://mikeaurelius.wordpress.com/2008/08/04/the-danger-of-leaking-propane/#more-231 [...]

Comment on Questions? by marcie

marcie — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:53:03 +0000

hi Mike: do you sell a “powder box” for enameling? (enameling on copper. not glass) Or, do you have instructions/plans? – Marcie

Comment on A small rant on ventilation by Claire

Claire — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:17:10 +0000

Excellent comment, well-taken – always wise to make sure that what you are doing is “safe”. To be honest, I suspect that many people do not even think about having a gas inspector in, and maybe some might be paranoid that they will be discovered to be breaking building or insurance codes if inspected. Many tend to set up our studios in small, strange places in between the comings and goings of life, and might be nervous about getting “shut down”. Money is also an issue today as well. Am not debating your observations, just considering the realities. Personally do not work at Home, but like yourself am lurking, gathering research toward a safe and well-ventilated workspace in the future. This site is the most informative spot I’ve come across in the murky world of studio ventilation – clean, clear, and exactly what was needed. Thank you Mr. Aurelius.

Comment on A small rant on ventilation by Shawn MacFadden

Shawn MacFadden — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 01:25:53 +0000

I’m putting together a studio in my house. I’ve been lurking around these sites to get some ideas. in the Plumbing and HVAC trade, we have to make dam sure the appaliances ( furnace , water heater , fireplaces , ect…) are properly gassed and vented. we have codes and regulations that we have to adhere to but what ive been seeing is alot of do – it yourselfers putting themselves and thier families at risk. i think if i told one of our gas inspectors that my ventilation on a new house is adequate and not ” better than the requirement ” the might just might wonder why they gave me a gas ticket in the first place. Im amazed that with all the hazards involved , ANYBODY can install this stuff with no real knowledge of what they are doing. I dont think it would hurt to have a gas inspector or at least a qualified gas and HVAC technition inspect this stuff. you cannot install a furnace or water heater without a gas ticket , permit and inspection ( at least legally ) , how is this any different.

Comment on Ventilation Basics, Part 1 by Connie

Connie — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:56:54 +0000

Been searching to understand proper ventillation!! Don’t know why I haven”t been satisfied with what I’ve found (wait, yes it do… trust issues, lol) But then, I found your information! Just incredible… I finally have faith in what I’m reading, because it all makes clear sense. There’s certainly a lot written, which usually overwhelms me – but I find your style of writing and explanation easy to read and follow. I think my quest is over… Thank you very much!!
Connie Pearson : )

Comment on Thumbs down on Paragon kilns by Carl

Carl — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 11:55:12 +0000

I have 6 Paragon kilns: 4 Bluebirds, 1 Bluebird XL, and a F-200. They all perform just great!

Comment on Thumbs down on Paragon kilns by Brent

Brent — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 04:34:36 +0000

I too have had problems with paragon kilns & the company itself. I had bought a kiln (still dont know what it is) & they had labeled it wrong. It kept frying relays. After being neglected several times in trying to resolve the issue and being told by them that it wasnt their problem, even though they labeled & wired the kiln incorrectly, I went to another company that did help me the firsttry.
I will never deal with them again-money hungry meisers!

Comment on Thumbs down on Paragon kilns by Duane

Duane — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:26:38 +0000

Thanks for the reply Mike. That being said, do you think I should have a kiln dedicated solely to metal clays? Do you think the xpress 1193 will work for me? I know the 1193 will be a much slower firing and I’m not sure if the controller is much different from the controller on the sc2 for instance.