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Hi Roller Vertical Slab Roller


S. Dean

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Was just wondering if anyone had experience with the Hi Roller Vertical Slab Roller?  http://www.originalhiroller.com

 

I'm trying to outfit a small studio pace and this seems like an interesting option.  I would especially be interested in knowing about warpage, handling, construction, ease of use, etc given its price..

 

Thanks,

 

-SD

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Using the extra piece of canvas would minimize the warping,  I have a Bailey slab roller.  We built the table ourselves by the plans they included and put a Formica top on it so it could be also used as a work table.  I was making tile at the time I bought it and I could flip the clay directly onto sheet rock with out handling it to much.  I think your decision could also depend on how much and what you are going to use the slab roller for.   Denice

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I am a bit unsure about the whole idea of a vertical roller. I realize it saves space-my 30 inch Bailey electric with long table is a big footprint for sure.

The thing is when I roll out a long slab its already flat on a table and I do not have to bend or disturb it. In those videos on your link they flop and bend while taking them to a table. Mine slab is already on a table. I use the long table as a work space glaze area etc when not rolling slabs. Yes is you are rolling small slabs I can see its space saving use but the slabs need to be small as you still have to get them to a table and the more you bend them the more they will not be happy as clay has memory .

I'm not sold on the concept-I already know they are spendy as well.setting aside price as a quality piece of equipment price should not be the deciding factor.

I'm still liking a slab roller that leaves the slab right where you want it on the table  is best and not a vertical one.

Doc weathers made one and posted photos as well.

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I am a bit unsure about the whole idea of a vertical roller. I realize it saves space-my 30 inch Bailey electric with long table is a big footprint for sure.

The thing is when I roll out a long slab its already flat on a table and I do not have to bend or disturb it. In those videos on your link they flop and bend while taking them to a table. <snip>

 

Mark - that was my main concern. whether the movement to a table would create a clay memory/warping problem.  I make a form that requires a 11"x18" slab.  

 

Hopefully Doc Weather will chime in.

 

-SD

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