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DG 1110-3-124
August 1976
f. FURNISHINGS EQUIPMENT
(2) Studio layout should reflect the step by step pro-
gression of the process. Correct operation of the kilns is
Major items of equipment include: wedging boards, kiln
crucial and should be under the visual control of a super-
carts, electric ceramic kilns, gas ceramic kiln, enamel kilns,
visor. Electric kilns generate a low amount of heat and
portable clay storage cabinets, dampproof cabinets, drying
may be used for bisque and low fire glazing; they are the
cabinets, potter's wheels, work tables with metal tops,
most commonly used type at Arts and Crafts Centers. Gas
sinks, and spray booths.
kilns are high-heat units used for high fire and are in
demand where more sophisticated programs are offered.
g.
TECHNOLOGICAL
REQUIREMENTS
(3) Outside covered work space is desirable in moderate
climates. This is especially true for high-heat generating
(1)
A mechanical exhaust system with hoods must be
kilns which can be built outdoors.
provided over the kilns. If air conditioning is used in work
areas, the kilns should be isolated and exhausted sepa-
rately to minimize cooling demand.
d. RECOMMENDED SPACE ALLOCATIONS
(2) A dust removal system is desirable in the clay prep-
For a center of 20,650 square feet, approximately 1,600
aration area.
square feet should be allocated to ceramics/pottery.
Work Area
1,000
square
feet
(3) Gas supply is required for gas kilns and 220-240 volt
Kiln Room
200
square
feet
electric feeds for other ceramic kilns. Many enameling
Storage
200
square
feet
kilns operate on 110-120 volt current, as do potter's
Covered Exterior Work Area
200
square
feet*
wheels, and other portable equipment. Outlets should be
*Amount indicates half of actual exterior area provided since
available at work tables. Lighting in work areas should be
covered exterior work area is programmed as half of interior
even and meet normal office space requirements.
building space.
(4) Work sinks must have sediment traps. Floor drains for
washdown are desirable.
e. RELATED AREAS
The office and tool issue room should be nearby. Clay
storage should be near a service entrance, Kilns and glass-
blowing furnaces are compatible and can be isolated
together, preferably on exterior walls or outdoors where
climate permits.
Process
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