First, the raw material is fed into a grinder and pulverized into smaller more manageable clay powder. The clay powder is combined with quartz feldspar and water in a mixer for 15 hours.
The refining process continues as the clay slurry is fed into the molding tubes and cast into clay logs which are cut into specific portions. The portions play disks are placed into a single-use mold and formed into the shape of your mug.
Once dried, the cup is removed from the mold by hand and is ready for the next step. We handle applications the muck handles have been created in a similar fashion to the body of the mug.
Once they’ve dried and been released from their own molds the handles are dipped in a mixture of the clay and water called slip which acts as a glue. It is time for some detail work.
A technician carefully removes any excess clay or rough edges rinses off any dust or debris and gives the mug the perfect smooth finish.
Now it is time for the mugs to obtain their color and trademark ceramic glaze. Some mugs are dipped into a single colored glaze the edges are padded and they’re ready for the next step. Other mugs require a bit more Flair. Such as a specially painted rim or a different colored interior and exterior.
All the mugs are hand-dipped and painted to ensure quality coating every time. The mugs are set aside for at least 12 hours in order to them to completely dry before moving on to the ovens now. It is time to bake them which will cause them to harden permanently.
Rows and rows of the mugs are placed onto a conveyor which will carry them through the oven and out the other side standard. Oven temp is around 2200 degrees Fahrenheit.
Great news, your mugs are now finished and they look great. The shipping equipment wraps them in plastic boxes them up and ships them out some lucky customers all over the world.
Some mugs will remain blank and some will have logo or text printed on them transforming them into branding super starts. So the next time you’re enjoying a cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa, take a minute to glance down and appreciate all the hard work and craftsmanship that went into your favorite mug.
Below are the whole process of making a glass mug. If you would like to know more about it, such as quality and price. Feel free to contact me.
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