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The American 
 Clay Machinery Company 
 
 Much the Largest Manufacturers ol 
 Clay-W orking Machinery in the W orld 
 
 Equi ppers of Complete Clay- II or king Plants 
 
 DRY-PRESS, STIFF-MUD AND SOFT-MUD 
 BRICK MACHINERY 
 
 B R I C K- S FT P I N C M AC H I N E RY 
 POTTERY AND CEMENT MACHINERY 
 SAND -LIME BRICK MACHINERY 
 WASTE - H EAT, STEAM , HOT - A 1 R, PI PE - RACK 
 AND OTHER DRYERS 
 
 KILNS AND CLAY-WORKING APPLIANCES 
 
 1918 
 
 General Office 
 
 BUCYRUS, OHIO, U. S. A. 
 
 Works 
 
 BUCYRUS fcf WILLOUGHBY, OHIO 
 
 New York Office: Room 1856 Fulton Building, Corner Church, Dev and Fulton Streets 
 Chicago Office: 1619 Conway Building, Washington Street 
 Long Distance Telephone Xo. 399, Bucyrus, Ohio 
 
 CABLE ADDRESS, 'BRICK," BUCYRl'S, OHIO 
 
 Code Used : A. B. C., 5th Edition 
 
Much the Largest Manufacturers of Clay -Working 
 Machinery in the World 
 
 Complete Line of Clay-Working Machinery Designed and Built for the Permanent 
 Betterment of the Clay Trade and Its Products 
 
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 Plants at Bucvrus, Ohio, and Willoughby, Ohio 
 Main Office, Bucyrus, Ohio 
 
 Sixty Years of Successful Experience 
 
 Quality in Equipment A Large Factor in the Success 
 
 of Your Plant 
 
T I1IS new catalogue is the best ot evidence that this company 
 is the largest manufacturers ot Clay-Working Machinery in 
 the world. It is an equally torceful demonstrative bit of 
 proof that we build every class ot Clay-Working Machinery for 
 the manufacture ot all kinds ot clay products by all processes. 
 
 Over half a century devoted to the manufacture and use of 
 this class ot machinery has given us a lund of knowledge and a 
 world of experience which is ot vital importance in the proper 
 designing and building ot Clay-Working Machinery. The extent 
 of our business has made it possible tor us to gather together an 
 organization ol the most able men ot the country, in whose care is 
 placed the problems pertaining to their various branches ot the 
 clay trade, so that every question arising is sure to have the best 
 attention possible. 
 
 The descriptions and illustrations ot machines in this catalogue 
 are in accordance with our practice in building these machines at 
 the time this catalogue was issued. We reserve the right to make 
 such changes and alterations in building our machinery as may 
 seem advisable. 
 
 To the clay worker this catalogue will be interesting and 
 valuable. It has grown from year to year until it is at present a 
 veritable encyclopedia ol the clay trade. You are invited to 
 examine it carefully and to pass judgment upon its contents. It 
 we can be ot service to you either in the matter of advice, engineering, 
 machinery, or appliances you are invited to write us freely. 
 
 The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 Bucyrus , Ohio , U. S. A. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Electrical Driven Clay-Working Machinery 
 
 W E are building a complete line ot Electrical Driven Clay- 
 Working Machinery. Whether you desire the entire 
 plant so driven, or a single machine, we can supply your 
 wants. The American Company took the initiative in the adapta- 
 tion of electricity to Clay-Working Machinery, and some of the 
 best and most successful plants ot today use electricity for power 
 purposes. Where the current is obtainable from power companies 
 or traction lines it has been found most efficient, successful and 
 economical. 
 
 Where electrical power i> used, the machines can be set without 
 any regard to line shafting or pulleys, which is a great convenience 
 and advantage. The dispensing with line shafting saves the cost 
 of shafting, hangers and belting, which are expensive to maintain. 
 The buildings need not be so high, and it is possible to cut off 
 instantly any machine and the power it requires, thus saving the 
 cost of unused power. We have equipped large clay-working 
 plants with machinery independently motor driven, and the plants 
 are models, from both a machinery and a power standpoint. The 
 attention of the trade is invited to our electrical-driven machines, 
 a number of which are shown in the various departments of this 
 catalogue. Correspondence on the subject is solicited. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Shipping Facilities 
 
 From a shipping standpoint our factories are advantageously located, being situated on the two 
 greatest traffic arteries of the country, the Pennsylvania and New York Central systems. In 
 addition to these main lines we have the Nickelplate, the Ohio Central, and the Columbus 
 N Sandusky Short Line. There are also electric traction lines which make hourly connection 
 with other steam lines. In express companies we have the Adams, American, National 
 and Wells Fargo, besides the Electric Package Company operating over trolley lines. The 
 Western I'nion and Postal Telegraph Companies, together with the Bell and Independent 
 Telephone Companies, put us in instant touch with the remote corners of the world. Long 
 distance call No. 399 at Bucyrus, Ohio, on either the Bell or Independent lines, will reach our 
 own private switchboard in our general offices. When it is desired that shipments be given a 
 special routing, we should be so advised, otherwise our Traffic Department will use its best 
 judgment, keeping in mind the interests ot the customer. 
 
 Our Traffic Department 
 
 The importance of giving especial attention to the handling, routing and rating of ship- 
 ments, proper presentation and prosecution ot claims, etc., is recognized by The American Clay 
 Machinery Company, and the advantages to the customer are obvious in dealing with a firm 
 where such matters are systematically handled by a special department. 
 
 Shipments in transit are carefully watched and if delayed are immediately traced and every 
 effort made to locate and hasten delivery. 
 
 Claims tor loss or damage should be made by the customer, as our responsibility ends when 
 the shipment is delivered to the railway company. However, our organization is at the disposal 
 of our customers, and upon request we will file claims for loss or damage and collect damage 
 where possible. When damage is collected we will credit the account of the customer with 
 the amount collected. 
 
 Information turnished as to most direct routing, proper rating, etc., and the resources of 
 the department are instantly and constantly at the customer’s service. This service is free 
 
 to our customers. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Engineering Department 
 
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 Working hand in hand with our Clay-Testing Department is our engineering force. Having 
 determined the fitness of your clay for the manufacture of clay products, it is only necessary 
 
 that your plant be properly located, built and equipped. It is 
 by no means a trifling problem to “build a brick yard.” Years- 
 ago, when a small yard with a few thousand capacity was the 
 rule, it was a simple matter to set up the old horse- 
 power machine and proceed to turn out brick. It’s different 
 nowadays, because neither the quantity nor the quality of 
 brick produced by the old method would be considered satis- 
 factory, especially when it was found that the cost of production 
 per thousand closed the markets against the output. 
 
 Today the clay -manufacturing business has advanced to 
 such a stage that some of the most able men in the country are 
 found in its ranks. Careful thought and management have 
 entered into this business to such an extent that methods have 
 been revolutionized. Xo industry has made such rapid strides 
 
 TalKjng over The proposed plant • , • i • 1 * i r 
 
 in so snort a time and no industry has a greater tuture. 
 
 Our Engineering Department includes the most advanced and able men in the trade, 
 are able to look over your conditions and plan an equipment 
 which will make it possible for you to manufacture at the 
 least possible cost. Methods of handling the raw material, 
 the ware in process of manufacturing and the finished product 
 are matters of greatest importance which make the permanent 
 earning power of your plant. 
 
 Your plant must embody up-to-date principles and 
 methods in order that you may not only be able to com- 
 pete with the present plants but in order that you may be 
 assured that the future will not, with its constant develop- 
 ment, put you at a disadvantage in competition with other 
 plants. 
 
 Our Engineering Department, taken in connection with our 
 Clay-Testing Department, is virtually an insurance of your success in the business. We invite 
 you to consult us whether you contemplate a new plant or the remodeling and enlarging of an 
 
 old one. We solicit a consultation. It such a consultation 
 fails to develop the fact that we can be of assistance to you 
 the matter need go no farther. 
 
 \Ye have a greater number of successful plants in opera- 
 tion throughout the country than all other manufacturers 
 and engineers combined. The reason is apparent when you 
 consider that we are not exclusively engineers nor exclusively 
 machine men. We combine the two in order to work out the 
 plans with the sole object of developing successful plants. We 
 build every class of clay-working machinery and have mastered 
 various processes of manufacture from the clay-plant stand- 
 point as well as from the machinery end of it. We are, in consequence, able to plan your plant 
 without bias as we need advocate no special machinery because we have only that kind to sell. 
 
 WorKan^ ouT The details ct prop sed plants 
 
 
 SuryeyingThe grounds and laying ouT buildings. 
 
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 ErecTing The Building’s . 
 
 We build all classes of machinery and install that which is 
 best for the permanent success of the plant. 
 
 Our engineers will be pleased to take up all these points 
 with you. Together we can work out a plan that will be a 
 success and a money maker tor you and a satisfactory adver- 
 tisement for us. We want successful plants to our credit. It 
 is to our interest to have them successful, and they cannot 
 be successful unless the planning ot the plant and the selec- 
 tion ot the machinery is right. We are therefore always 
 pleased to find a man or men who are desirous ot manufac- 
 turing clay products on a business basis, because we know that 
 
 the saving features we have to offer will appeal to such men. 
 We shall be pleased to hear from you on the subject. 
 
 Every machine and appliance entering into the con- 
 struction of your plant will be manufactured in our own 
 factory. We build every machine and appliance required 
 for the construction ot any plant devoted to the manu- 
 facture of clay products, regardless of the size or capacity of 
 plant desired. We are therefore able to guarantee the 
 entire equipment to be of our superior “Built Right, Run 
 Right” quality and can ship the entire outfit at one time, 
 compieiing The model pioni. making a decided saving in treight. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 The “Just as Good” Quality in Machinery 
 
 It isn’t fair to assume without thorough investigation that other machinery is “iust as 
 good” as the line built by The American Clay Machinery Company. It is unfair to us because 
 we know that it is not true and it places us in a false light. It will be unfair to yourself for 
 years to come, because the ‘‘just as good” quality will be more expensive in the long run than 
 the standard of excellence which we have been developing more than half a century, 
 it* V Nowhere in the world is there built a line of Clay-Working Machinery that will total up in 
 value to the American line. We are not making this assertion just for the sake of putting 
 forward a claim, but are positive that it is true. You owe it to yourself to look into the mat- 
 ter. It is justly due us that you investigate. It is manifestly unfair to compare weights of 
 
 Machining Parts of the “Built Right, Run Right” Machinery 
 
 machines on a per pound basis. We put every pound of metal where it is needed, and as much 
 of it as will contribute to the strength of the machine. Never a single pound is withheld 
 through an effort to economize, and in every step of machine construction quality is a govern- 
 ing feature. Having thus built an honest machine, we feel that we are entitled to just consid- 
 eration of the features in that machine which are most vital to its life and usefulness. To no 
 one is an honestly constructed machine of such great importance as to the clay worker. It is 
 his insurance against accidents and expensive delays. It is the foundation upon which his 
 success must be built. It is the nest egg of his bank account. Being thus important to the 
 clay worker, is it not our just due that clay workers should show their appreciation at least 
 to the extent of a fair, unbiased and careful investigation of values and qualities of the American 
 line? There is none as good — we know it — are positive of it, and ask the opportunity to 
 show you. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 There are many features in the American line of machinery which, though each in itsell 
 may seem small, combine to make an unapproachable excellence, striven for and claimed by 
 others but never attained. The care with which we plane and fit joints is a small detail but it 
 means much. Everv piece must Ire blocked upon the planer and tooled at a cost of time and 
 money, but the result is worth the cost. It may mean an increased cost of production but it 
 also means a perfect joint, one that can be depended upon in time of need when the strain 
 comes. The drilling of that one hole which has cost us a few dollars may be worth hundreds 
 to you, and yet it is a small detail which might be overlooked. 
 
 There is the gearing, which is in itsell a study. The material must be gauged for the serv- 
 ice. Often a cast gear will perform a better service than cut steel, and in other cases only a 
 
 Drilling Bolt Holes on American Machinery in Our Modern Shops 
 
 steel gear will do the work. Here the mechanical engineer must decide, and the question is 
 settled always tor the good of the clay worker, who may never know what an amount of 
 thought has been put into an ordinary bit of gearing, but when the test comes the “just as 
 good" fellows would have their machines in the scrap heap. The care given to the gearing of 
 the American line and the record made show the wisdom ot honest construction, and the machine 
 safely emerges from the test. 
 
 All bearings may look alike from the outside, but in the day's run the difference will assert 
 itself. American bearings are not made to pass muster from an outside glance only. They are 
 made to take apart and examine. They bear inspection before you buy and need none after- 
 ward. All they ask is oil and that the nuts are kept snug. Each bearing is planed to an accu- 
 rate fit. The best grade of babbitt is used and is scraped to a perfect bearing. All the little 
 details are given to make a bearing that will be free from trouble. It costs more than the “just 
 
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 Planing Joints on a Dry Pan Cross-Frame 
 
 Machining Dry Pan Bottoms - Bringing Through 18 Pans at a Time 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 as good' kind and worth more. Why not grant ns the justice of considering it? I hen there 
 are the thrust bearings, chilled discs with bronze wearing plate running in oil. There are the 
 caps to the bearings, secured by large bolts, each fitted with lock nuts. I here are the oil 
 chambers with anti-rattle, dust-proof covers which are proot against being shaken off or dropped 
 into the gearing. Not vital points in themselves, but vital as a whole, to the successful machine. 
 
 There are the steel “ 1 ” beams, the self-contained gear frames, the steel tie-rods. All the 
 features of a rigid and dependable machine. 
 
 Then there are the shafts. A most vital point, though often overlooked. Many a clay is of 
 such a nature that an ordinary shaft would be twisted and ruined within a short time. We pro- 
 vide for this emergency. We furnish shafts in every case to meet the needs and more. We 
 
 'Fooling Parts for American Machinery 
 
 figure on a safety factor. We have introduced hammered steel shafts. Not only that, but we 
 have gone farther. To be absolutely sure of the quality, these shafts are forged in our own 
 Blacksmithing Department with heavy and powerful steam hammers. We are not satisfied to 
 depend upon what some other forging shop may do. We prefer to lie sure of the quality of our 
 forgings and we make doubly sure by having the forgings done under our own roof, under the 
 eye of our own foreman, so that when we put a shaft into a machine we know that it is right 
 and we are able to tell you so forcefully. 
 
 And there are the wearing parts; those parts which come in constant contact with the clay 
 being worked. Ordinarily it might be thought that any good iron would answer for this purpose, 
 but that is far from the truth. In a majority of clays the constant wear of the moving clay 
 would soon put the ordinary machine to the bad. We provide for this by making all wearing 
 parts of a special mixture of iron, making them hard and durable but not brittle. In our auger 
 machines this special mixture goes into the augers and also into the renewable liners of the 
 machine, which is a special feature of our machines. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Grinding Parts for Repress Mold Box 
 
 In our pans this mixture is used in the muller plates, mu Her tires, screen plates and scraper 
 plates. In our dry presses and represses the mold boxes must be wear-resisting, and there we 
 use a special metal for lining. And so it goes throughout our line. Don't you think these 
 details should be considered by the buyer who wants quality, who buys for production and not 
 for trouble? 
 
 Next there is the friction-clutch pulley with which each machine is equipped. It places 
 the machine under t lie immediate and instant control of the operator, and the operating lever is 
 conveniently arranged according to the designs of the plant. 
 
 The range in size, capacity and style of the American line is another safety factor possessed 
 by no other builders of Clay-Working Machinery. By building a complete line we are able 
 to place in your plant that class and kind of machinery’ which will most profitably meet your 
 
 Making Special Tools 
 
 Tooling Auger Machine Base Casting 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS OHIO 
 
 needs. We need not try to make a stiff-mud machine do the work when you really need a soft- 
 mud out tit or a dry-press plant. There is no clay for which we do not have the proper machin- 
 ery for its successful handling. This may require a special front or other attachment on a 
 certain machine or it may require an entirely different machine. In either case we are able to 
 supply what is necessary without danger of future disappointments to the buyer. \Ye have been 
 in the business for over fifty years and have handled clays from all over the world. This study 
 has made us masters of the clay conditions and we have the special machines and appliances to 
 successfully handle any clay. 
 
 For years we have been the largest manufacturers of Clay- Working Machinery in lire 
 world. That means detailed excellence. It means an organization of the best people obtainable 
 
 Forged Steel Shaft Being Machined 
 
 in their respective lines. It means a correctly designed machine, a combination ot brains, 
 material and workmanship. It means a total of a perfect machine so far as perfection is 
 attainable. 
 
 In a word, from the ground up our machines are all that flawless material, superior design 
 and faultless workmanship in a modern factory can produce. They are not a “little better” 
 but “a great deal better" than other machines which may, at a first glance, look “just as 
 good,” but when the smoke of battle has cleared away, when the days, weeks and years of use- 
 tnlness have passed you will find the American machinery still in the race and doing more than 
 its duty, because the quality back of it is a sustaining tactor. Close comparison of the American 
 machinery will show superiority. Careful use of the American machinery will give daily proof 
 ot the superiority. If our efforts toward better machinery meet with your approval we should 
 like to have you show your appreciation at least to the extent of an investigation. We rely 
 upon what that investigation will develop. We extend to you a cordial invitation to visit our 
 factories at Bucyrus and Willoughby, Ohio. A close, personal inspection of our machinery under 
 construction and a thorough investigation of our methods of building Clay- Working Machinery 
 will, we are confident, convince you as to the quality of our machinery and our facilities tor 
 filling your orders. 
 
 Come any time, and we’ll be glad to show you our entire plant and explain our methods. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Gearing and Its Importance 
 
 The subject of gearing is so broad that it would require too much space to cover all the 
 different styles that are in use or can be made. Three styles are commonly used on brick machin- 
 ery, viz: Spur gears, miter gears and bevel gears. The difference is as follows: A spur gear is 
 one where the teeth are set parallel with the shaft on which the gears are mounted. A pair 
 of miter gears is a pair of gears of equal diameter mounted on shafts at right angles. With 
 bevel gears the shafts are at right angle, 
 but the gears are of different diameter. 
 
 With all gears the smaller of the two 
 is called the “Pinion," while the larger 
 is the “Gear.” Consequently we say 
 
 Gearing of American Quality 
 
 “Spur Pinion" and “Spur Gear,” or “Bevel Gear” and “Bevel Pinion,” while “Miter 
 Gear" covers either driving or driven miter gears. The gearing on brick machinery is the most 
 vital part of its construction, and in consequence the gearing on the “Built Right, Run Right" 
 line of Clay-Working Machinery is most carefully designed. There are many rules for the 
 “laying off” of the teeth of gears. The strength, life and quiet running depends largely upon 
 which rule is applied. Over fifty years of experience in building Clay-Working Machinery has 
 made it possible for us to select the very best design of gearing for the purpose. The distance 
 from center to center of the different shafts is regulated by the number and size of the teeth 
 in the pair of gears to give the proper strength and speed. From this the pitch diameters are 
 determined. For illustration, suppose the proportion of speed is four to one. The distance from 
 center to center of shafts, spur gears, is fifteen inches, the pitch diameter of the gear would be 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 twenty-four inches and the pinion six inches. For the bevel gears the center line of shaft should 
 be a right angle, using the same size gears as foregoing. On either side of the center of the pinion 
 shaft draw a line parallel with this shaft and one-half the diameter of the pinion (three inches) 
 until it intersects the center of the bevel-gear shaft. On this line point off one-half the diameter 
 of the bevel gear (twelve inches). This would be the pitch diameter of the bevel gear. At 
 right angle with this pitch line draw a line equal to the diameter of the pinion, this will be the 
 pitch diameter of the bevel pinion, from the intersection of these pitch lines and the intersection 
 of the center lines of the shafts, draw a line intersecting these two points and you have the 
 pitch diameter of every point of contact of the width of the teeth of a bevel gear. This same 
 rule will apply to miter gears. Circles in diameter equal to the diameter ol the pitch diameter 
 should be divided by the number of teeth in the gear or pinion. 
 
 Each one of these divisions is the pitch of the teeth of the gear, which equals the thickness 
 of the teeth and the space for the teeth of the companion gear. These teeth pitches are called 
 diametrical or circular pitches. The thickness of tooth should be as great as possible, and the 
 shape of tooth and space and amount of clearance in the space to permit the teeth to clear 
 properly and every point of contact of the teeth should roll at every point of contact on entering 
 and clearing these respective spaces while moving together. These are very important points in 
 the proper construction of smooth-running gears, but the description of how this should be done 
 is not within the province of this article. Suffice it to say that on the American line of machin- 
 ery the curved out-lines of the teeth are all drawn so that every radial diameter of each point 
 of the teeth of one wheel must register with similar points of the companion wheel, to make the 
 teeth roll instead of slide upon each other. The latter would cause the teeth to cut or wear. 
 From this it will be seen that it is all-important to keep the shafts parallel with each other and 
 the proper distance apart and free from looseness in the bearings; to keep the pitch diameters 
 and points of contact in register at all times. When the shafts get out of parallel the teeth of 
 spur gears do not bear the full width of the teeth, and when the bearings wear or bolts become 
 loose, the shafts spread, changing the wearing pitch diameter and points of contact of the teeth, 
 which permits the teeth to slide on one another under heavy pressure, causing them to wear 
 rapidly, to “rattle” and “pound.” 
 
 With bevel and miter gears it is all-important to keep the two shafts at right angle and in 
 line with each other, and the distance from the centers of both shafts to the pitch line at the 
 proper distance. Otherwise you throw every point of contact of the teeth out of register with 
 one another, resulting in rapid and excessive wear of the teeth, undue strain on the bearing, and 
 causing excessive friction and loss of power, and high repair bills. From this it will be seen that 
 our gearing is designed with the greatest of care. The more than half century of experience 
 we have had in the building of Clay-Working Machinery makes it possible for us to increase the 
 efficiency of our gearing. We have done everything possible to insure a high quality, and ask 
 the co-operation of the trade in doing its share toward satisfactory service by giving the gearing 
 that attention to which it is entitled. Bearings and bolts thoughtlessly overlooked and neglected 
 cause much gear trouble, which should not justly be laid upon the manufacturer of machinery. 
 A little neglect, for which your own employes are responsible, may cause a great deal ot trouble 
 later. By watching the little things about your machinery and giving it the attention to which 
 any machinery is entitled, you will get more efficiency from your machinery and do justice to 
 the manufacturer. 
 
 The cast gears used on all our machines are made from a mixture ot iron and steel. The 
 iron is purchased on analysis to our specifications and the steel is crop ends from our Forge 
 Shop. The proportion is such as to insure a close-grained metal of high tensile strength and 
 long-wearing qualities without the tendencies to warp after pouring in sand were all steel used. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 What Is Your Clay Good For? 
 
 Your profits in the clay business depend largely upon the deposits in your clay bank. Our 
 practice has been to examine into the quality and character of your clay and then determine 
 its fitness for the profitable manufacture ot those articles tor which your clay is adapted. 
 
 If your clay is valueless for one class of clay products it will be a loss of money to try and 
 produce that class of ware. On the other hand, your clay may be unsurpassed for the produc- 
 tion of some other class of clay products or may be perfectly satisfactory for making excellent 
 ware by some other process. 
 
 It is well to know in advance what you can do, and it is to determine this that w r e have 
 erected and equipped a special Clay-Testing Department. Here we will put samples of your clay 
 
 Clay-Testing Department 
 
 through the various steps necessary’ to thoroughly diagnose the case, and will be pleased to have 
 you or your representative present to superintendent the testing, or we will make a full report 
 with samples of finished articles if you are unable to be present. 
 
 The samples we submit will show you just what you can produce with the same material. 
 If you contemplate going into the clay business this information will be invaluable to you, as 
 your success or iailure will depend upon it. If you are already in the business it will assist you 
 in determining whether your present output is up to the highest possible standard, or whether 
 you cannot, with greater profit, produce some other class of clay products, or change the 
 process by w’hich your present product is manufactured. 
 
 Our clay-testing building is constructed of burned clay products with steel and fire-proof 
 roof construction. It has its own power plant, is high and airy, with plenty of light and ven- 
 tilation. Along one side are installed, as a part of the building, five burning kilns and a dry 
 kiln. These are constructed in the same careful manner as though they were a part of the 
 largest brick-making plant in the country. There is abundant room for the storing of clay to be 
 tested, and every provision for the accurate testing, recording and reporting of the results 
 attained from every sample of clay received. 
 
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 While, speaking in a technical way, this department might be called a laboratory, it is much 
 more. Here you find in operation a complete and modern clay plant, not dealing exclusively 
 with small samples, but handling tons, and sometimes carloads, of clay, and working it through 
 each step or process, rather than analyzing and deducting, as is usually the case in laboratory 
 tests. Every lot of clay received is unloaded directly into the clay-testing building. It is 
 carefullv inspected, tagged and recorded, so that there may be no danger of contusing it with 
 other samples. Each lot is handled separately, so that every customer can be assured of receiv- 
 ing back the finished samples made from his own clay. 
 
 While it is our aim to make what the customer desires from his clay, and while we are 
 generally able to do so by reason of the various types of machinery installed in our testing 
 
 The Dry Kiln in Clay-Testing Department 
 
 room, we do not recommend the clay for the use intended unless the tests made in our Clay- 
 Testing Department show that the clay is suited for that particular class of clay products. 
 Our aim is to give each customer as near an unbiased report on the possibilities of his clay as 
 though our testing department were operated by a separate company in an adjoining state. 
 We have found that, while a customer may be disappointed if his clay is reported unfit tor his 
 purpose, his sense of justice will show him that we have labored tor his best permanent interest 
 in advising him against the expenditure of large sums ot money to launch into a business, the 
 very foundation of which is insecure by reason ot poor material. It is this policy of insurance 
 in advance on the possibilities of the clay tested, with the proper machinery installed, which has 
 given The American Clay Machinery Company such a large number of successful plants to its 
 credit. Our Clay-Testing Department is in the hands ot men who have made the manufacture 
 ot clay products a life's business, not theoretically but practically. It i^ therefore safe to say 
 that the clay intrusted to the American Company tor testing will receive the very best and most 
 careful attention that could possibly be given it; the men and machinery are the best obtainable, 
 the methods are the most modern, and when you receive the finished samples you will 
 know, without question, that you have a proposition which will produce exactly what the 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 h OHIO 
 
 General Interior View of Clay-Testing Department 
 
 Burning Kilns and Dry Kiln 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 samples indicate, and that in considering whether to go into t lie business you will be safe in 
 letting those samples decide for you. Clay sent us lor testing should be carefully addressed 
 and labeled with your own name and address as well as ours. We will furnish specially 
 recorded tags tor this purpose upon request. 
 
 W hen we are making every effort to keep clays separate and prevent confusion you should 
 do your share toward delivering the clay to us in such condition that we can readily determine 
 from whom it has been received. Once the clay has reached us, properly tagged, we insure its 
 going through without the least possibility of losing its identity. While we can test the small- 
 est samples sent, it is much better to send eight or ten barrels ot each kind of clay in order that 
 we can make tests by the various processes and have plenty of material upon which to work. 
 In securing a most reliable and satisfactory test, it is important that plenty of clay be sent. 
 When several samples of different kinds of clay are sent there should be at least two thousand 
 pounds of each kind and the packages so marked and registered that we can readily separate 
 
 Clay Received to Be Tested in Clay-Testing Department 
 
 the various kinds. The shipper should also keep a record for reference. Samples of clay can be 
 shipped in boxes, barrels, or sacks, though boxes and barrels are best because sacks containing 
 wet clay are likely to rot if delayed in transit, or may become torn open and lost. The railway 
 companies are not careful in handling shipments of clay because they look upon clay as of little 
 value; it is, therefore, advisable to follow each shipment with a tracer. 
 
 It frequently happens that clay which is unfit for use on one class ot machinery makes an 
 excellent product on another class. A stiff-mud machine may make a complete failure of a 
 certain clay where a soft-mud machine will make a product of unsurpassed quality. As our 
 testing department is equipped with the necessary machinery and appliances to make tests of 
 clays by every process, we would recommend that plenty of clay be sent. Full instructions 
 should be given as to the extent of the tests. It, having a plant already installed, you want 
 the clay tested by any certain process, you should so advise in order that we can confine our- 
 selves to that test only r or it you want the clay tested lor the manufacture of any class of clay 
 product by any process, we should also be advised, in order that we may make the test exhaust- 
 ive. There are few clays, indeed, which, under the handling of our testing department, will not 
 be found suitable by some process. Once the test has been made, and satisfactory samples sent, 
 you may feel secure in installing a plant of the machinery recommended, provided you use clay 
 like that from which your samples have been made. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 Car Loaded with the Result of a Test 
 
 Auger Machine, Automatic Cutter and Repress 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 About our big plant there is no department which is of such interest to the practical clay 
 worker as our testing department. Many persons have followed their clay to Bucyrus in order 
 to be present when the tests were made. Such a visit is strongly urged by this company. The 
 clay worker who visits our Clay-Testing Department and watches the handling of his clay is 
 better satisfied with the result. He will be able to note the care and attention given to his 
 material and incidentally he will catch the spirit of exactness, care and enthusiasm with which 
 the ‘‘Built Right, Run Right” line of Clay-Working Machinery is built. He will go home 
 satisfied that not only has his sample been properly handled, but that he is safe in placing his 
 faith in machinery built in our modern shops. Next to the importance of having good clay 
 
 Power and Hand Presses in Clay-Testing Department 
 
 with which to work is the importance ot having good machinery with which to work it. These 
 two are the keystone of success in the clay industry and they are what we are willing to 
 supply. Clay workers are always welcome in our factories. 
 
 In the equipment ot our Clay-Testing Department we have installed all the necessary 
 machinery for the thorough testing of any clay by any process. The dry-press machinery, stiff- 
 mud machinery and soft-mud machinery are all at hand ready for use. We present herewith 
 a number of views taken in our testing department. They will give a partial idea ot its com- 
 pleteness. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY 
 
 (v. . 
 
 ‘ • - - - - ' 
 
 BU CYRUS OHIO 
 
 Repress, Clay-Testing Department 
 
 Pyrometers Recording Kiln Heat 
 
 Making Large Clay Slab, in Clay-Testing Department 
 
 COMPANY 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
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 Care Required 
 
 The accompanying photograph will assist in emphasizing the necessity of care in shipping 
 us clay to be tested. The tag shown was the best of several which were placed on a shipment 
 of a number of packages received. Had it not been for the bill of lading these packages would 
 never have reached our testing department. In shipping clay to be tested it is well to remember 
 these points: 
 
 Address plainly to The American Clay Machinery Company, Bucyrus, Ohio. 
 
 Be sure to put your own name and address on the packages, as well 'as ours, so that we 
 may be sure to know to whom the clay belongs. 
 
 Put plenty of tags on each package. 
 
 Prepay freight to Bucyrus. 
 
 Mark each package plainly as to the different kinds of clay, if more than one kind. 
 
 LNe linen tags where possible. 
 
 Have the railroad agent at point of shipment insert on the bill of lading issued for the 
 shipment, a complete routing to Bucyrus, Ohio. Mail us this bill of lading made out in this 
 way and it will enable us to assist you in hastening delivery. 
 
 If care is exercised in these details there will be no delay or trouble with clay shipments. 
 Don’t forget the points. 
 
 If you will notify us in advance we will be pleased to send you recorded tags to be used in 
 shipping clay. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 B UCYR U S 
 
 OHIO 
 
 The Importance of Repairs 
 
 An important point in the successful operation of a plant without delays is the matter of 
 possible repairs. There is no machinery built which does not require renewal of parts at times. 
 We provide for emergencies of this kind by careful construction of machinery with interchange- 
 able parts, careful recording of all data about each machine and its parts, and the careful 
 storage of patterns for every machine of our make. It is of the utmost importance to the 
 purchaser of machinery to be able to replace parts when wanted. It is also important that such 
 repair parts are suitable for the machine for which they have been ordered. 
 
 The expense of repairs does not rest in the cost of the repair part alone. The time usually 
 required to receive and fit the part is by far more expensive than the part itself. The shutting 
 down of the plant and the loss of its output is a matter of far greater importance than a dollar 
 or two saved on repairs. The American Clay Machinery Company has a shop system and 
 practice which eliminates much of the delay. All parts of machines are made to templates. 
 The workmen are not allowed to go by measurements, but must be governed entirely by tem- 
 plates which are made to standards. In consequence of this care all repair parts must fit 
 accurately without the necessity of filing and fitting. No long trips to the machine shop are 
 necessary and no long delays are required for fitting. This means a big saving in the time your 
 plant is out of commission and is an important factor in its earning capacity. 
 
 It will be seen that to avoid frequent mistakes and disappointments to customers it becomes 
 imperative that a most comprehensive system for handling repair parts be maintained. We 
 have labored zealously toward this end and are able to give the very best possible attention to 
 renewals and repairs. In order that all patterns of our machinery may be safe from fire, and 
 thereby insure the customer in obtaining renewals, we have erected a mammoth pattern storage 
 building of most modern fire-proof construction throughout. It is four floors high, built of brick, 
 without a window opening in the whole structure. It is heated by steam and lighted by electric- 
 ity. The building is isolated from our main factory, and, in addition to other fire-proof precau- 
 tions, is equipped with steel fire-proof doors, so that there is practically no danger from fire. 
 
 A Few Suggestions About Ordering Repairs 
 
 1. Order by number when possible. 
 
 2. State whether you want orders shipped by express or freight. 
 
 3. Don’t wire a long message trying to give a description when the piece wanted is num- 
 bered. Five minutes spent in looking up numbers of the parts wanted will save hours and per- 
 haps days of time. You are not likely to use the same terms for parts wanted that we use; 
 therefore familiarize yourself with the repair list and use numbers where there are any. Don’t 
 fail to state what machine you want repairs for when you cannot order by number. 
 
 4. When you order Die Liners give the size wanted in every case. We do not know 
 what die you are using, when you have several dies of different sizes. State whether cast-iron 
 or sheet-steel liners are wanted. 
 
 5. Don’t blame us for delays when we cannot make out your order. 
 
 6. Don’t censure us for delays on shipments by freight. We cannot control a 
 
 shipment after it is delivered to the railroad company; we can only urge them to trace 
 and show delivery, which we are at all times willing to do. 
 
 7. When in a hurry remember that small packages or pieces will go nearly as cheap by 
 
 express as by freight, as the railroads charge for one hundred pounds by freight, no matter if 
 
 the package weighs only one pound. We have endless trouble with the loss of small packages 
 by freight. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 tIP 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Superiority of Clay Products 
 
 There are few manufactured articles in this world where the quality can so safely be relied 
 upon, and for which so much can be promised as well-made clay products. 
 
 Clay Products Are Fire-Proof 
 
 The fire-resisting qualities of brick and hollow tile are not equaled in any other material, 
 either made or natural. The excellence, long life and faithfulness of sewer pipe and drain tile 
 are unequaled. In the improvement of streets and roads there is no rival to excellence to No. 1 
 paving block. Under the intense heat ' of blast furnaces fire-clay products stand out without 
 a rival, while in pottery the world has never found anything to take its place or equal il in 
 faithfulness. 
 
 Wonderful Clay Products 
 
 Clay products are little less than wonderful in their simplicity of manufacture, their humble- 
 ness of origin and their stability, faithfulness and unrivaled standing in their various fields of 
 usefulness. 
 
 So excellent are the qualities of well-made clay products that the manufacturer too often 
 relies upon their superiority to sell them, thus leaving material of much less merit, but better 
 advertised and harder pushed to make a sale. 
 
 To Help Sell Your Output 
 
 Appreciating this fact The American Clay Machinery Company devotes more than half the 
 space in its house organ, The American Clay Magazine, to articles which, il used by the clay 
 worker, will materially assist in selling clay products. Clay workers everywhere are invited 
 to use any material published in The American Clay Magazine. This magazine is highly spoken 
 of by all clay workers who are using it and it is sent free to those who ask for it. 
 
 Make Them Good 
 
 Good clay products are never a discredit to the trade, while poorly made or inferior clay 
 products are a decided detriment. In order to eliminate poor quality as much as possible we 
 have embodied in our machinery and equipment those features which will produce the highest 
 per cent of No. 1 product, feeling sure that the clay trade will appreciate that it is better to 
 sell a meritorious product, especially when the cost of manufacture is no higher, than an inferior 
 quality. 
 
 Looking for Trouble 
 
 If you have trouble in producing a product which is all that you desire, there may be a 
 cause which our Engineering Department can discover and remedy. Such remedies are not 
 necessarily expensive, and to ascertain where the trouble lies is quite frequently of no expense 
 whatever. Our engineers are at your service, as are also the other departments of our 
 organization. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Bucyrus Disc Type Friction - Clutch 
 
 After years ot experience in building fric- 
 tion-clutches tor use in connection with clav- 
 working machinery, we have developed the 
 Bucyrus Disc Type Friction - Clutch, which is 
 now used on our standard line of machinery. 
 
 1 his clutch is simple in construction, and 
 any ordinary mechanic will understand the 
 mechanism of the clutch at a glance. The 
 general design of the clutch permits of high 
 speed with safety, as no part is affected by 
 centrifugal action. 
 
 1 he adjustment for wear is made entirely 
 by means of one adjusting nut, which gives 
 uniform pressure on all parts of the friction surfaces. 
 
 I he positive action ot the double-toggle movement in both directions engages and disen- 
 gages the clutch without the use ol springs and makes it possible to operate the clutch by means 
 of an ordinary hand lexer. 
 
 1 he triction surfaces are absolutely dust-proof, the friction plate is lined on both sides with 
 fiber segments, and may be removed tor relining without disturbing other parts of the clutch. 
 I he various parts ot the clutch are machined and finished to templates and are interchangeable. 
 
 Each clutch is thoroughly inspected in our factory before being shipped. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 American Auger Machines 
 
 In presenting onr superior line ot Auger Machines, it is with confidence and pleasure that we 
 invite the most careful investigation both of the building and the operation of the machines. 
 Our factories are always open to prospective customers and a visit to our plants would convince 
 any clay worker that we have endeavored in every way to assure the highest quality in the 
 building of the machine in order to assure the highest degree of satisfaction in its operation. 
 
 Built along advanced lines and of the best of material, we are able to deliver a quality 
 beyond question and to furnish the clay worker immunity from many of the ordinary troubles 
 which have heretofore caused annoyance, delays and expense. 
 
 Our line of auger machinery and appliances is complete. There is nothing required for this 
 class of manufacture which we are not prepared to furnish, and we especially invite correspond- 
 ence, whether we can serve you through our sales department or merely by advice. If we are 
 able to help you in an advisory capacity we will be pleased to do so. 
 
 No order is too small to merit our best attention and we solicit your patronage as well as 
 your co-operation. 
 
 We have developed a standard line of Auger Machines to a point where they are showing 
 decidedly higher efficiency than has ever been attained on Auger Machines. In your interest 
 we desire to call your attention to numerous improvements which increase the life and capacity 
 of the American Line of Auger Machines for the manufacture of brick, tile and paving block. 
 Among other details of excellence are the following: 
 
 Improvements in the expressing auger. 
 
 Stronger machines with provision tor confining the wear to inexpensive, interchangeable parts. 
 
 One-piece gear frame, which includes oil reservoir in lower concave. Gear running in oil. 
 
 Heavier shafting and gearing. A substantial end-thrust bearing and ring-oiling shaft bearings. 
 
 A new method of making the augers more durable. A feeder in the hopper of machine. 
 
 An improved friction-clutch pulley. 
 
 These improvements result in: 
 
 Reducing the power consumed. Reducing expense. 
 
 Reducing wear and tear. Increasing capacity. 
 
 Provision for supplying an expressing auger of the proper size for the ware to be made 
 and lining the barrel of the machine are involved in our new patterns. 
 
 Much depends on having the proper diameter of expressing auger for the ware to be made 
 and the material to be used, therefore provision has been made for using three sizes of augers 
 for each machine. 
 
 In selecting the proper size machine the area of the cross-section of the ware, the desired 
 capacity and the kind of material is taken into consideration. 
 
 We are always pleased to advise on this subject. Our Engineering Department is at your 
 service and a specification sheet on any ot our Auger Machines will lie sent on request. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 A L? • 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Model Stiff-Mud Brick Plant 
 
 Plans of Model Stiff-Mud Brick Plant No. 1, Which Will Be Sent on Application 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Model Stiff-Mud Brick Plant 
 
 Plans of Model Stiff-Mud Brick Plant No. 2, Which Will Be Sent on Application 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Massive One-Piece Gear Frame and Oil Reservoir 
 
 One of the big features ot our American Auger Machines is the massive one-piece gear 
 frame. This massive frame includes the whole base casting, and the shaft bearings are a part 
 of this base, insuring perfect alignment. This base casting is made hollow, and in this base 
 cavity we have arranged an oil reservoir, so that the gearing runs in oil, insuring perfect lubri- 
 cation and saving both in constant attention to oiling and the danger of neglect. 
 
 These features mean much in the life of your machine and in the simplicity of its operation. 
 They are like many other features of the American line — of greatest economic value. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 1 
 
 V 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Internal Mechanism No. 233 Auger Machine 
 
 The accompanying cut shows the internal construction of the No. 233 Auger Machine. 
 The knives and liners and their relation to the barrel of the machine are plainly shown. In 
 the whole of the detail of construction there is not an auger machine on the market that will 
 compare with this latest improved American line. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The accompanying views made from the No. 233 Machine illustrate some of the good 
 features of the American Line of Auger Machines. 
 
 Figure 1 
 
 Parts Derailed in Figure 1 
 
 Augers and Liners 
 
 Figure 1 shows continuous augers and system of lining the cylinder. Q, R, S, T, \ are 
 the augers. A, B, C, D. E, F, G, H, I. J, L are the liners. When auger Q becomes worn 
 to the extent that clay will escape between it and the liners, liners E and h may be removed, 
 A, B, C, D moved back and smaller liners inserted in front, closing up the space between the 
 augers and liners and prolonging the use of the auger. Liners are made of very hard iron and 
 augers are chilled on the wearing face, which has proven to be more durable than white iron 
 or manganese steel. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BU CYRUS 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 Forced Feed in Hopper 
 
 cr 
 
 Figure 2 shows the feeder in the hopper which 
 effectually prevents the clay from bridging and 
 closing the hopper. The hubs E, E, are split and 
 may be removed and replaced through the hop- 
 per, and blades A, A are reversible. They also 
 may be removed anti replaced through the hopper. 
 
 CROSS SECTION OP NO £33 ANPNO 290 AUGER MACHINES 
 SHOWING HOPPER ANp FORCE FEED 
 
 Figure 2 
 
 Thrust Bearing 
 
 u 
 
 Plan V'Zvj of Floafmg End Thrust Bearing 
 on A 'os. 233 and 290 Rug&r machines 
 with Gouer /Removed. 
 
 Figure 3 
 
 Figure 3 illustrates the end thrust bearing. 
 D, the revolving member, is attached loosely to 
 the end of auger shaft A and revolves with it. 
 It has a chilled and ground wearing surface and 
 circular oil grooves for carrying oil to the center 
 and distributing it from that point. 
 
 E is a phosphor bronze disc, ground true, 
 and is free to revolve or remain stationary, depend- 
 ing on which surface receives the best lubrication. 
 
 H is the stationary member, having a chilled 
 and ground wearing surface and a curved surface 
 opposite, making it self-aligning with the shaft of 
 the machine. 
 
 The case F, containing these parts, also holds 
 the oil for lubrication and is attached to gear 
 frame B by means of bolts C, C. 
 
 A suitable cover excludes dirt and the bottom 
 is tapped for drainage. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American No. 290 Auger Machine 
 
 Capacity 10.000 to 15.000 brick per hour; weight 10, 335 pounds 
 
 American No. 233 Auger Machine 
 
 Capacity 4,000 to 7,500 brick per hour; weight 10,275 pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American Standard Auger Machines 
 
 We build these standard Auger Machines in four different sizes. They are all of the same 
 general design, but vary in size and capacity. 
 
 American No. 290 Auger Machine 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 10,000 to 15,000 per hour. 
 
 Street Paving Blocks, 7,500 to 10,000 per hour. 
 Fire-Proofing or Hollow Blocks, 10 to 15 tons per hour 
 
 American No. 233 Auger Machine 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 4,000 to 7,500 per hour. 
 
 Street Paving Blocks, 3,500 to 5,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 4-inch diameter, 2,000 to 4,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 6-inch diameter, 1,500 to 2,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 8-inch diameter, 1,200 to 1,500 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 12-inch diameter, 600 to 1,000 per hour. 
 
 Fire-Proofing or Hollow Blocks, 7 to 10 tons per hour. 
 
 Not recommended for Drain Tile larger than 12 inches diameter, or Hollow Blocks larger 
 than 8 inches by 12 inches. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 281 Auger Machine 
 
 Capacity 2.000 to 4,000 brick per hour; weight 7.225 pounds 
 
 American No. 328 Auger Machine 
 
 Capacity 1,000 to 2,000 brick per hour; weight 4,270 pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 TO 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 281 Auger Machine 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 2,000 to 4,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 4-inch diameter, 1,000 to 1,500 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 6-inch diameter, 700 to 1,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain File, 8-inch diameter, 500 to 700 per hour. 
 
 This machine is designed for the manufacture ol Building Brick and Drain Tile, also Hollow 
 Building Blocks 4 inches by 5 inches, and 5 inches by 8 inches. 
 
 American No. 328 Auger Machine 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 1,000 to 2,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain File, 4-inch diameter, 1,000 to 1,500 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 6-inch diameter, 700 to 1,000 per hour. 
 
 Drain Tile, 8-inch diameter, 500 to 700 per hour. 
 
 This machine is designed for the manufacture of Building Brick and Drain 'Tile, also Hollow 
 Building Blocks 4 inches by 5 inches, and 5 inches by 8 inches. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, nature and character of 
 clay, size and kind of ware manufactured, and by management. 
 
 General Description 
 
 Base — 
 
 The base of the machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings and form- 
 ing an oil reservoir for the gears, also forming the lower half ol the clay cylinder. 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 The auger shaft is forged steel turned to proper diameter; the driving shaft and the shaft 
 of the hopper feeder are steel. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 These machines are fitted with ring oiling babbitted bearings on the auger shaft and on the 
 driving shaft. The independent end thrust bearing is self-aligning and self-oiling. 
 
 Gears — 
 
 The gears are cast iron American gear metal. They are encased and run in a bath of oil. 
 
 Augers — 
 
 These machines are fitted with a continuous auger having a chilled wearing surface. The 
 standard expressing auger is furnished with machine. Machine may be fitted with a 
 special auger when specified for large work. The augers are inserted or removed from 
 the trout of the machine. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Liners 
 
 The clay cylinder of these machines are fitted with sectional removable liners throughout 
 its entire length. Tapering sectional liners are used around the expressing auger, making 
 it possible to insert new sections to compensate for the wear on the auger and keep it 
 tightly encased to secure the greatest efficiency. All liners are inserted or removed 
 from the front of the machine. No. 328 Machine is equipped with tapering sectional 
 liners around the expressing auger only. 
 
 Hopper Feeder 
 
 The hopper feeder is fitted with reversible spring steel blades. The hub is split so that the 
 feeder can be removed through the hopper of the machine. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Machine is furnished with a Bucyrus friction-clutch driving pulley. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 100 R. P. M. to 200 R. P. M., according to capacity desired and 
 character of work. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate these machines will vary according to capacity, kind of ware 
 manufactured and character of material used. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 
 BU CYRUS Y‘Y 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Specifications Standard Auger Machines 
 
 
 No. 290 
 
 No. 233 
 
 No. 281 
 
 No. 328 
 
 
 Auger Machine 
 
 Auger Machine 
 
 Auger Machine 
 
 Auger Machine 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Building 
 
 
 
 
 
 Brick ( 8 3 4 x 4 1 ■> x 2 34) 
 
 10,000 to 15,000 
 
 4,000 to 7,500 
 
 2,000 to 4,000 
 
 1.000 to 2,000 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Street Paving 
 
 Blocks (10 pound) 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Fire-Proohng, 
 
 7,500 to 10,000 
 
 3,500 to 5,000 
 
 1,000 to 2,500 
 
 
 Hollow Blocks or Drain File 
 
 10 to 15 tons 
 
 7 to 10 tons 
 
 5 to 7 tons 
 
 3 to 5 tons 
 
 Diameter of Forged Steel Auger Shaft. 
 
 634 in. 
 
 4 3 4 in. 
 
 3N in. 
 
 334 in. 
 
 1 liameter of Steel Driving Shaft 
 
 4*2 in. 
 
 3 34 in. 
 
 2 ?i in. 
 
 234 in. 
 
 Diameter of Steel Hopper Feeder Shaft 
 
 21 2 in. 
 
 2\i in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Auger Shaft.. . . 
 
 1 4 1 2 in. and 26 in. 
 
 1 1 1 9 in. and 12 in. 
 
 1 0 34 i n . 
 
 6 3 4 in. and 9 1 2 in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Driving Shaft. 
 Length of Bearings on Hopper Feeder 
 
 12 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 1034 in. 
 
 734 in. 
 
 Shaft 
 
 7 J 2 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 734 in. 
 
 734 in. 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Discs in End 
 
 
 
 
 Thrust Bearing 
 
 12 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 5 3 4 in. 
 
 
 ( 47 in. dia. 
 
 •! 9 in. face 
 
 37)2 in. dia. 
 
 32 1 9 in. dia. 
 
 30 3 g in. dia. 
 
 Master Gear 
 
 8 in. face 
 
 5 1 2 in. face 
 
 1 3 4 in. pitch 
 
 434 in. face 
 
 1 3-4 in. pitch 
 
 
 1 234 in. pitch 
 
 2 in. pitch 
 
 
 j 9 14 in. dia. 
 
 ! 9 in. face 
 
 I 2 kt in. pitch 
 
 9?g in. dia. 
 
 834 in. dia. 
 
 6 5 g in. dia. 
 
 1 hiving Pinion 
 
 8 in. face 
 
 534 in- face 
 
 4 1 2 in. face 
 
 
 2 in. pitch 
 
 1 3 4 in. pitch 
 
 1 3 4 in. pitcli 
 
 Ratio of Gears 
 
 5 to 1 
 
 4 to 1 
 
 4 to 1 
 
 434 to 1 
 
 
 | 14 in. dia. 
 
 10 in. dia. 
 
 834 in. dia. 
 
 834 in. dia. 
 
 Hopper Feeder Gears 
 
 ! 4 in. face 
 
 3 in. face 
 
 2 in. face 
 
 2 in. face 
 
 
 t 1 in. pitch 
 
 1 14 in. pitch 
 
 1 in. pitch 
 
 1 in. pitch 
 
 Standard Auger furnished with 
 
 
 
 Machine 
 
 12 in. dia. 
 
 10 in. dia. 
 
 8 in. dia. 
 
 8 in. dia. 
 
 Special Augers furnished instead of 
 
 
 
 
 
 Standard Auger only when specified 
 
 14 or 16 in. dia. 
 
 8 or 12 in. dia. 
 
 6 or 10 in. dia. 
 
 6 or 10 in. dia. 
 
 Diameter of Hopper Feeder 
 
 11 5 8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 6 1 9 in. 
 
 634 in. 
 
 Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 f 48 in. dia. 
 
 1 14 in. face 
 
 42 in. dia. 
 
 12 in. face 
 
 36 in. dia. 
 
 12 in. face 
 
 36 in. dia. 
 
 10 in. face 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley 
 
 Power Required 
 
 Weight 
 
 100 to 200 R.P.M. 100 to 200 R.P.M. 100 to 200 R.P. 
 40 to 75 H. P. 35 to 50 II. P. 20 to 40 II. P. 
 
 16,335 pounds 10,275 pounds 7,225 pounds 
 
 M. 100 to 200 R.P.M. 
 15 to 30 H. P. 
 
 4 270 pounds 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 
 
 15 ft. 0 
 
 in. 
 
 12 ft. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 11 ft. 34 in- 
 
 10 
 
 ft. 34 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 
 
 12 ft. 6 
 
 in. 
 
 11 ft. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 9 ft. 7 in. 
 
 6 
 
 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Length from center of Hopper to Die 
 
 3 ft. 6 
 
 in. 
 
 3 ft. 
 
 734 in. 
 
 3 ft. 1 J 4 in 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Length from center of Hopper to cen- 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ter of Driving Pulley 
 
 8 ft. 7 
 
 in. 
 
 6 ft. 
 
 1134 in. 
 
 5 ft. 1034 in- 
 
 6 
 
 It. 8 34 ' n 
 
 Width over all 
 
 6 ft. 5 
 
 in. 
 
 5 ft. 
 
 9 3 4 in. 
 
 5 ft. 0 in. 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 75 8 in 
 
 Width of Sills 
 
 4 ft. 3 
 
 in. 
 
 3 ft. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 4 ft. 1 in. 
 
 2 
 
 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Height over all 
 
 5 ft. 3 
 
 in. 
 
 4 ft. 
 
 7 1 2 in. 
 
 4 ft. 2 in. 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 2 5 4 in 
 
 Height to top of Hopper 
 
 4 ft. 0 
 
 in. 
 
 3 ft. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 2 ft. 11 '4 in. 
 
 2 
 
 ft. 834 in 
 
 Height to center of Machine 
 
 2 ft. 4 
 
 in. 
 
 2 ft. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 2 ft. 0 in. 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 9 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS C 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 329 Auger Machine 
 
 This machine is designed for the manufacture of Building Brick, Fire Brick and Street 
 Paving Blocks, also Hollow Building Blocks and Fire- Proofing, in all sizes. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 10,000 to 15,000 per hour. 
 
 Street Paving Blocks, 7,500 to 10,000 per hour. 
 
 Fire-Proofing or Hollow Blocks, 10 to 15 tons per hour. 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, nature and character of 
 clay, size and kind of ware manufactured, and by management. 
 
 Base 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The base of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings and 
 forming an oil reservoir for the gears, also forming the lower half of the clay cylinder. 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 The auger shaft is forged steel turned to 6T2 inches diameter in bearings and wheel fit, 
 5 inches hex for sectional knives or 7p2 inches diameter for inserted knives in clay 
 cylinder, intermediate shaft is 5 inches diameter and the driving shaft is 4p2 inches 
 diameter. Standard machine always furnished unless otherwise specified; has 5-inch hex 
 auger shaft and sectional knives. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
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 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The machine is fitted with ring oiling babbitted bearings. Bearings on the auger shaft are 
 20 '• 2 inches long. On the driving and intermediate shafts they are 1.? inches long. The 
 independent self-aligning, self-oiling end thrust bearing is 12 inches diameter. 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are cast iron American gear metal, driving pinion 10 inches diameter, 2}<£ inches 
 pitch, 8 inches lace, intermediate gear 25 :? 4 inches diameter, 2JA inches pitch, 8 inches face. 
 Intermediate pinion 10 inches diameter, 2p2 inches pitch, 10 inches face. Master gear 
 39 3 4 inches diameter, 20 inches pitch, 10 inches face, ratio 10.5 to 1. 
 
 Augers 
 
 The machine is fitted with augers having a chilled wearing surface, and with either inserted 
 or sectional knives, according to the service desired. The standard expressing auger is 
 140 inches diameter. Machine may be fitted with an expressing auger 12 inches 
 diameter, or a 16- inch expressing auger for large work. The augers are inserted or 
 removed from the front of the machine. 
 
 Liners 
 
 The clay cylinder of this machine is fitted with sectional removable liners throughout its 
 entire length. Tapering sectional liners are used around the expressing auger, making 
 it possible to insert new sections to compensate for the wear on the auger and keep it 
 tightly encased to secure the greatest efficiency. All liners are inserted or removed 
 from the front of the machine. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Machine is furnished with a friction-clutch driving pulley 48 inches diameter, 16 inches face. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 150 R. P. M. to 250 R. P. M., according to capacity desired and 
 character of work. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this machine will vary from 40 H. P. to 75 H. P., according to 
 capacity, kind of ware manufactured and character of material used. 
 
 Weight 
 
 20,720 pounds, without dies. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 16 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 13 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Length from center of Hopper to Die 5 ft. 5]A in. 
 
 Length from center of Hopper to center of Driving Pulley 8 ft. 3 J s in. 
 
 Width over all 7 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Width over Sills 4 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 6$ s in. 
 
 Height to top of Hopper 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height to center of Machine 3 ft. 2 l 2 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 American No. 280 Combined Auger Machine and Pug Mill 
 
 This machine is designed for manufacture of Building Brick, Fire Brick, and Street Paving 
 Blocks, also Hollow Building Blocks and Fire-Proofing in all sizes. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 7,500 to 10,000. 
 
 Street Paving Blocks, 5,000 to 7,500. 
 
 Fire-Proofing or Hollow Blocks, 10 to 15 tons. 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which pulley is driven, nature and character of clay, 
 size and kind of ware manufactured and by management. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Base 
 
 The base of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings, forming 
 an oil reservoir for the gearing and the rear support for the pug mill shell. 
 
 Clay Cylinder 
 
 The lower half of the clay cylinder is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the outer bearings 
 of the auger and tempering shafts, and the forward support of the pug mill shell. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The auger shaft is forged steel, turned to 5 inches diameter. The tempering shaft is of 
 forged steel, 4 inches square. The driving shaft is of forged steel, turned to 4 inches 
 diameter. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The machine is fitted with ring oiling babbitted bearings throughout. The bearings on the 
 auger shaft are 16 inches, 14 inches and 12^2 inches long. The tempering shaft bear- 
 ings are 12 inches long. The driving shaft bearings are 13J^ inches long. The inde- 
 pendent self-oiling, self-aligning thrust bearing on the auger shaft is 10 inches in 
 diameter. The thrust bearing on the tempering shaft has a thrust collar 10 inches out- 
 side diameter and 5 inches inside diameter, and is self-oiling. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Gears 
 
 All gears are cast iron American gear metal. The master gear is 1 % inches pitch, 8 inches 
 face, and 51 1 4 inches diameter. The driving pinion is lYf inches pitch, 8 T 4 inches 
 face, shrouded, and 9 inches diameter. Ratio of gears, 5.75 to 1 . The driving gears 
 for tempering shafts are 20 inches pitch, 10 inches face and 18 inches diameter. 
 
 Augers 
 
 The machine is fitted with a continuous auger, having a chilled wearing surface. The 
 standard expressing auger is 12 inches diameter. The augers are inserted or removed 
 from the front of the machine. The tempering knives and auger and expressing augers 
 overlap both ways, so that no power is wasted in transferring the material from one 
 to the other. 
 
 Liners 
 
 Tapering sectional liners are used around the expressing auger, making it possible to insert 
 new sections to compensate for the wear on the auger and keep it tightly encased to 
 secure greatest efficiency. All liners are inserted or removed from the front of the 
 machine. 
 
 Shell 
 
 The shell for the tempering chamber is made of a single piece of tank steel }<£ inch thick. 
 The tempering chamber is 8 feet long, 24 inches wide and 29 inches deep. 
 
 Knives 
 
 The tempering knives are cast iron, having chilled wearing surfaces, and are bolted around 
 a square shaft and so arranged that one may be removed without disturbing the others. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is furnished with friction-clutch pulley, 48 inches in diameter, lb inches face. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 125 R. P. M. to 175 R. P. M ., according to capacity desired and 
 character of work. 
 
 Power 
 
 The power required to operate this machine will vary from 75 horse-power to 125 horse- 
 power, according to capacity, kind of ware manufactured, and character of mate- 
 
 rial used. 
 
 Weight 
 
 21,675 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 21 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 18 ft. 10} 2 in. 
 
 Length from center of Pulley to receiving end of Shell 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length from receiving end of Shell to Die 12 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Width over all 7 ft. 4 1 2 in. 
 
 Width of Sills 5 ft. 7 A in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. A in. 
 
 Height to top of Shell 4 ft. 5 1 ■> in. 
 
 Height to center of Auger Shaft 2 ft. 10 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 SU CYRUS 3 H I O 
 
 American No. 263 Down -Deli very Tile Machine 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 •- & A 
 
 BUCYRU 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 263 Down-Delivery Tile Machine 
 
 The larger sizes of Drain Tile are more successfully made when formed vertically downward 
 in order to preserve their true round form. This machine will turn out as many tile as can be 
 properly handled by the crew of men, does good work and does it economically, ft is substan- 
 tially built, and all parts are easily accessible. To facilitate taking clay in the machine, a 
 long hopper is provided, below which are two continuous augers revolving toward each 
 other. This prevents clogging in the hopper and discharges the material evenly to the vertical 
 expressing auger. 
 
 The vertical auger is mounted on a hollow shaft and the die core is held by a rod extending 
 through the shaft, taking all the end thrust and relieving the gear frame from end thrust strain. 
 This arrangement permits the use of light bridges for centering and supporting the core side- 
 ways and reduces the tendency to weaken the walls of the tile from this source. 
 
 The frame work is simple and strong. Shafts of large diameter; gears large diameter, wide 
 face. The safety factor throughout is high. 
 
 The No. 263 Machine will make tile as small as 8 inches and as large as 30 inches internal 
 diameter and as rapidly as they can be properly handled. The cutting mechanism is capable 
 of rapid and accurate work. 
 
 This machine is mounted on a steel frame, as shown in the illustration. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Weight without Dies 18,000 pounds 
 
 Length over all 12 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Center of Pulley to center of Hopper 6 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Center of Hopper to center of Die 2 ft. 7*2 in. 
 
 Length of Hopper 20 in. 
 
 Height, Platform to top of Hopper 19^2 in. 
 
 Platform to center of Pulley 12 in. 
 
 Platform to top of Frame 5 ft. 1 0 TY in. 
 
 Platform downwards to back of Die 16H in. 
 
 Usual height of Framework 7 ft. 6} 2 in. 
 
 Width over all 6 ft. 3 x /i in. 
 
 Width of Base 3 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Friction-Clutch Pulley, 48 x 12. Speed, 150 R. P. M. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYR US _ 3 HI O 
 
 Standard 4-Liner Niedergesaess Lubricating Side-Cut Brick Die 
 
 Top apron - 
 End aprons 
 Bottom aprcn 
 
 Die Casing 
 
 Stay Plate 
 
 Gasket for stay plate 
 
 Valve and Pipe connection for Steam. Oil or Water 
 Petcock for drain 
 Set screws to fasten stay plate 
 
 Cast Iron Liners 
 
 Front liner No. 1 
 Second liner 
 Third liner 
 Back liner llo. 4 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Niedergesaess Lubricating Side-Cut Brick Die 
 
 To manufacture brick successfully it is highly essential to have a first-class brick die to be 
 used in connection with the auger machine. The American Niedergesaess Lubricating Die has 
 been used for more than twenty years and has proven successful in many different kinds of 
 clays. It can be lubricated with either water, oil or steam, according to the character of the 
 clay to be worked. The connecting pipe with valve, shown in the cut, may either lead to the 
 boiler or a water tank, or to an oil reservoir. On the right are shown four cast iron liners 
 having channels around their edges. These liners fit into the die casing. On the left are shown 
 the sheet steel liners which tit into each cast iron liner. The front four sheet steel liners tit into 
 the front cast iron liners and make the sharp corners on the brick. When round corners are 
 desired on the brick, these are replaced by a liner similar to the second liner. The four round 
 edged plates in the foreground are termed the aprons, and are put in last over all the liners. 
 The whole is held in the die casing by the stay plate. Proper packing, cement or putty, is used 
 to prevent leakage. The duties of the aprons are twofold: to prevent wearing ot the liners 
 and to exclude the lubricant where not wanted, so as to insure an even flow. It is highly 
 necessary that only clean fluid be used, as otherwise the channels will become filled up, making 
 the die inefficient. For some clays, dry steam answers the purpose better than either water 
 or oil. 
 
 Each die is fitted complete and inspected before shipment. The size and description are 
 carefully recorded for future reference. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 The Ehrick Adjustable Brick Die 
 
 Die Casing 
 
 for Steam, Oil or Water 
 
 Cap Screws for Admstable Liners 
 Pet Cock for Drain 
 
 Stay Plate 
 
 Cap Screws 
 for Stay Plate 
 
 Sheet Steel 
 Aprons 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The necessity ot changing the entire front of your brick machine in order to vary the size 
 of the brick is a thing of the past, as the Ehrick Adjustable Brick Die makes it possible to vary 
 the size in a few moments by simply adjusting a few set-screw r s. This is a big advance in die 
 construction and The American Company takes pleasure in calling the attention of the brick- 
 maker to this convenience. It is manufactured and sold exclusively by The American Clay 
 Machinery Company and we will be pleased to write you regarding it. 
 
 The Ehrick Adjustable Brick Die has been designed with the idea of making it possible to 
 change the size of the brick die readily and at very slight expense. The die consists of three 
 principal parts — the die casing, the adjustable cast iron liners and the renewable sheet steel 
 liners. The adjustable cast iron liners are made in four pieces, forming the top, bottom and 
 ends of the die. These adjustable liners fit into the casing in such a manner as to make it 
 possible to shift their position and alter the length and width of the die. The variation or the 
 amount of adjustment that can be secured depends upon the size of the casing. The sheet steel 
 liners are made to fit into slots cut in the adjustable cast iron liners and the sheet steel liners 
 take the wear on the die. They are made so that they can be readily renewed, and these are 
 the wearing parts of the die. The adjustable cast iron liners and the casing will never wear out. 
 
 The front sheet steel liners are made to fit in the front of the die; these consist of four 
 pieces, which form the top, bottom and both ends of the die. These four front liners must be 
 cut to the exact size to which the die is to be set. The back sheet steel liners are made right 
 anti left hand to fit in on opposite sides of the die. These liners are the same in all dies, and 
 they need not be changed or altered when changing the size of the die. The sheet steel aprons 
 fit in the die over the sheet steel liners. They serve to distribute the lubrication and to protect 
 the liners. The front gasket is placed in front of the die casing and seals the joint when the 
 adjustable cast iron liners are placed in position and securely fastened with the cap-screws. 
 
 The back gasket fits in the rear of the casing and seals the joint under the stay plate. 
 The stay plate forms the back of the die and is securely held in position with cap-screws. The 
 die casing is made so that there is a cavity around the outside of the cast iron liners and the 
 lubrication, either steam, oil or water, is fed into the casing and around the liners. The lubri- 
 cation flows through the corners of the die under the sheet steel liners and follows the column 
 of clay as it passes through the die. This insures perfect lubrication and makes it possible to 
 obtain sharp corners on the column of clay. 
 
 The Ehrick adjustable die when made in casing No. 330-10 can be adjusted to any size 
 from 8 3 4 long by 4 inches wide to 9 3 4 long by 5 inches wide, making it possible to adjust the 
 die for the manufacture of common brick, paving block or fire brick. In changing the size of 
 the die it is only necessary to change the size of the front sheet steel liners. If the change in 
 the die, however, is greater than '4 of an inch in either direction, it is advisable to secure a new 
 stay plate having a larger or smaller opening, as may be required. The back sheet steel liners 
 and the sheet steel aprons need not be changed in order to change the size of the die. All of 
 these sheet steel wearing parts may be readily renewed, and in this manner there is no wear on 
 the adjustable die liners and the size of the die does not increase due to the wear on the die. 
 
 Die casing No. 330-10 is made to fit the front of the brick machine having a 15} 2 -inch 
 round opening. The Ehrick adjustable die when made in this casing will weigh 125 pounds. 
 Each die is fitted up complete and thoroughly inspected before shipment. Renewable sheet 
 steel liners for the die may be forwarded promptly by mail or express. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 Standard Nine-Inch Fire Brick Shapes 
 
 The following cuts represent the principal nine-inch shapes that are used, and dimensions 
 given are the long-established standards adopted by fire brick manufacturers. 
 
 No. 1 Arch 
 
 Side Skew 
 
 No. 1 Neck 
 
 No. 1 Jam 
 
 Soa p 
 
 No. 2 Key 
 
 No. 2 Arch 
 
 End Skew 
 
 No. 2 Neck 
 
 No. 2 Jam 
 
 Large 9-Inch 
 
 No. I Wedge 
 
 No. 3 Jam 
 
 Small 9-lnch 
 
 No. 2 Split 
 
 No. 4 Key 
 
 No. 2 Wedge 
 
 Checker 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Circle Brick 
 
 No. 2 24- Inch 
 Circle 
 
 No. 1 30- Inch 
 Circle 
 
 No. 3 36- Inch 
 Circle 
 
 No. 4 48-Inch 
 Circle 
 
 Cupola Blocks 
 
 No. 2 36-Inch 
 Circle 
 
 No. 3 48-Inch 
 Circle 
 
 No. 5 60- Inch 
 Circle 
 
 No. 4 60-Inch 
 Circle 
 
 Standard Paving Block Designs 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Hollow Ware Dies 
 
 We make a specialty of dies for all kinds of hollow ware. Our Die Department is in the 
 hands of the most competent die-makers in the trade, and the greatest of care is given to all 
 die orders. 
 
 We solicit correspondence in regard to all die work, and especially for the manufacture of 
 hollow ware. 
 
 We will be pleased to send you printed matter and any information you may desire on 
 this subject. 
 
 Dry Hollow Block Dies 
 
 Front View Rear View 
 
 4-in. x 12-in. Hollow Block Die 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Front View Rear View 
 
 5-in. x 8-in. Hollow Block Die 
 
 Rear View 
 
 Front View 
 
 4-in. x 5-in. Hollow Block Die 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS I OHIO 
 
 Jumbo Brick 
 
 Partition Tile 
 
 Jumbo Brick Wall with Brick Veneer 
 
 8* Wall. 
 
 9" Partition. 
 
 10" Partition. 
 
 12" Partition. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Hollow Block Wall Veneered with Brick 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The range of hollow ware which can be made on our auger machinery includes hollow build- 
 ing blocks, electrical conduits, drain tile, hre-proofing, and other staples in clay ware. These 
 products are readily marketable, from the drain tile, which is a common necessity, to hollow 
 blocks, which have taken their place in the better class of building material. 
 
 In the manufacture of vitrified clay conduits there is a field which promises an increasing 
 
 demand from year to year as the public and the electric service companies become more con- 
 
 versant with the benefits of clay conduits for carrying service wires. Millions of teet of conduit 
 are laid every year and the demand for a good conduit is such that attractive prices maintain. 
 
 Drain tile has always met with a good demand, and is especially promising in localities 
 where farm drainage has not yet been completed. There will always be a good demand for this 
 staple clay product, but the activity of the demand depends upon the location and its needs. 
 The benefit ol farm drainage has long been conceded and will create a steady demand for tile, 
 while in the cities and towns scarcely an improvement is carried out in which this class ot clay 
 product is not used. 
 
 Fire-proofing needs no advocate to call attention to its importance. The fire record of the 
 
 past few years shows the crying need of better and more thorough fire-proof construction. 
 
 Products of Our Hollow Ware Auger Machines 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Those buildings which have been constructed of burned clay products have withstood the fire 
 test with great credit, and are excellent evidence that the very best fire-proof building material 
 is of burned clay. 
 
 All these hollow clay products are most economically made on our machinery because the 
 machines are well adapted to their production. 
 
 The hollow ware field has many attractive features. Though requiring some extra care in 
 the handling of the products, the market value of the finished article is a compensating advan- 
 tage. To those who have a suitable clay, this branch of the clay trade should prove profitable. 
 If you desire a test made of your clay, we will be pleased to place our testing-room at your 
 disposal and will send you finished samples of hollow ware made from your clay. We will give 
 you further particulars regarding the manufacture of hollow ware upon your request. 
 
 Products of Our Hollow Ware Auger Machines 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Fire-Proof Building Material 
 
 FIG. A. 
 FIG B. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American Granulators 
 
 American Granulators are used for preparing plastic clay and feeding it to the crushing rolls 
 in a properly prepared condition and at a constant and uniform rate. 
 
 A hopper should be built above the granulator large enough to store one or more carloads 
 of material, to provide against interruptions in the hauling from the bank. 
 
 The American Granulator reduces the labor of feeding the clay to the crusher. The 
 knives are adjustable as to pitch and may be set at the proper angle to deliver the quantity 
 of material for each individual plant installation and furnish a uniform supply of clay, which 
 means practically constant and dependable daily output. 
 
 The knife shaft is round and is cast from our standard “American gear metal.” It is of 
 sufficient diameter to insure against breakage from crystallization, and soon takes a high polish, 
 consuming but little power from friction, and will wear for years. The sockets for the knives 
 and keys are cast in the shaft, thus toughening the metal and obtaining the strongest casting 
 it is possible to make. 
 
 American Granulators are built either bevel geared or spur geared, and profiting by our 
 experience in the construction of a line of strictly modern machines, we use but a single pair of 
 gears, one spur or bevel gear, as the case may be, and one pinion, completely enclosing them in 
 such a way that they run in a bath of oil in a dirt-proof case. 
 
 The bearings of American Granulators are ring oiling, excepting the end thrust on the 
 main shaft, which is a “marine” type. The advantage of this type ot bearing is that it will 
 take the thrust from either direction, and the machines are readily convertible, so as to dis- 
 charge the material at either end of the shell, that is, between the gear frame and the shell or 
 at the opposite end, as may be most convenient. The arrangement of the knives is such that 
 they may be reversed and run in the opposite direction. 
 
 The shaft is the same tor all American Granulators of a given size, regardless of the direc- 
 tion of motion or whether spur or bevel geared. 
 
 While the American Granulators are convertible as to direction of discharge and direction 
 ot motion, in ordering it is advisable that we be informed as to these points to enable us to ship 
 the machine arranged to suit requirements. Each machine is erected complete in our factory 
 and thoroughly inspected before shipment. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Pug Mill and Granulator Shaft 
 
 The round shaft and adjustable knives as incorporated in our standard line of Granulators 
 and Pug Mills contribute to greater efficiency. 
 
 The shaft is large in diameter and is free from vibrations, reducing the tendency to crystal- 
 lize. They are cast from a mixture of steel and charcoal iron, making a close-grained structure 
 of great strength and wearing qualities. In service, they become polished, so that the full area 
 of the tempering chamber is effective entirely up to the shaft. The adjustable knife feature 
 makes it possible to obtain the maximum amount of mixing and the proper quantity of material 
 at all times. The method of keying the knives in the shaft provides a safe method of securing 
 the blade to the shaft and at the same time a convenient method of adjustment for pitch and 
 for renewal. 
 
 American Granulator and Pug Mill Shaft 
 
 American Pug Mill and Granulator Knives 
 
 Our American Pug Mill knives are of the “Battle Ax” type, having a thin cutting edge 
 with heavy back and round shank. New faces can be welded on when the blade becomes worn, 
 and the round shank permits adjustment of the blade to any angle, regulating the discharge 
 to a nicety. 
 
 Our standard line of pug mills owe their efficiency largely to this knife, to the round shaft 
 and to the increased area of the tempering section. 
 
 American Granulator and Pug Mill Knife 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 354 and No. 355 Granulators 
 
 American No. 354 Granulator 
 
 (Pushing Type, Weight 15,415 lbs.) 
 
 1'hese are single-geared, single-shaft granulators. The design of the machine is such as to 
 permit driving it in either direction and arranging it for either the pushing or the pulling type. 
 The two machines are identical in construction with the exception that the No. 354 Granulator 
 is the pushing type, arranged to push the material forward, away from the driving end and dis- 
 charge at the forward end of the shell, while the No. 355 Granulator is arranged to pull the 
 material and discharge between the gear frame and the shell. 
 
 American No. 357 and No. 358 Bevel-Geared Granulators 
 
 The two machines are identical in construction with the exception that the No. 357 Granulator 
 is the pushing type, while the No. 358 Granulator is the pulling type. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Building Brick, 5,000 to 15,000 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, angle at which the knives 
 are set, nature and character of clay, and by management. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 t __ , 
 
 American No. 357 Bevel-Geared Granulator 
 
 (Gear Cover Removed) Pushing Type 
 
 American No. 358 Bevel-Geared Granulator 
 
 Pulling Type, Weight 13,500 pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Base — 
 
 The base of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearing and form- 
 ing an oil reservoir tor the gears. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The cast iron mixing shaft is 9 inches diameter, made from the same material used in Ameri- 
 can gears, and arranged for inserting the mixing knives, which are secured in posi- 
 tion by steel keys. The pulley shaft is steel, 4 inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The machine is fitted with ring oiling babbitted bearings. The bearing on the driving 
 end of the mixing shaft is of the marine type for end thrust and is 18 inches long. The 
 bearing on the forward end of this shaft is 9 } 2 inches long. Bearings on the driving 
 shaft are 18 inches and 14 inches long. 
 
 Gears on Nos. 354 and 355 Granulators 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal 2-inch pitch, 10-inch face. Master gear is 38 7 8 
 inches diameter, driving pinion is 9 5 s inches diameter, ratio 4 to 1 . They are incased 
 and run in a bath of oil. 
 
 Gears on Nos. 357 and 358 Bevel-Geared Granulators 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal 2}'2 inches pitch, 10 inches face. Master gear is 
 45p2 inches diameter, driving pinion is 11 H inches diameter, ratio 4 to 1 . They are 
 incased and run in a bath of oil. 
 
 Shells 
 
 The shell is made from one-piece of tank steel 3^ inch thick. The mixing chamber is 
 12 feet long, 32 inches wide and 16 inches deep. 
 
 Knives — 
 
 The mixing knives are hammered steel, Battle Ax type. They are inserted in the mixing 
 
 shaft and secured by steel keys, the arrangement being such as to permit setting 
 the knives at any angle required for thorough mixing. The blades are 10 inches 
 long and inches wide. Fifty-two knives are required for the mixing shaft. 
 
 Driving Pulley - 
 
 The machine is furnished with a Bucyrus friction-clutch driving pulley 48 inches diameter, 
 12 inches face. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 The speed of the driving pulley should be 60 to 120 R. P. M. This may be increased or 
 decreased according to the capacity desired and the character of the work. 
 
 Power — 
 
 Power required to operate this machine will vary from 35 H. P. to 60 H. P., according 
 to capacity, character of clay and quality of mixing required. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Dimensions No. 354 and No. 355 Granulators 
 
 Length over all 23 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 23 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 6 ft. 
 
 Width of Sills 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 5 1 4 in. 
 
 Height to top of Shell 2 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Height to center of Driving Pulley 3 ft. 5 Yi in. 
 
 Height to center of Mixing Shaft 2 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Pulley on No. 354 Granulator 19 ft. 5p2 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Pulley on No. 355 Granulator 8 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Space for Discharge 17 in. 
 
 Weight 15.415 pounds 
 
 Dimensions No. 357 and No. 358 Bevel-Geared Granulators 
 
 Length over all 19 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 18 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 10 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width of Sills 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height over all 4 ft. 2 1 2 in. 
 
 Height to top of Shell 27 in. 
 
 Height to center of Driving Pulley 25 in. 
 
 Height to center of Mixing Shaft 25 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Pulley Shaft — No. 357 Granulator 15 ft. 1 ^ in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Pulley Shaft — No. 358 Granulator 4 ft. 6 : L8 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Driving Pulley to center of Machine 5 ft. 5p2 in. 
 
 Space for Discharge 17 in. 
 
 Weight 13,500 pounds 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American Pug Mills 
 
 Pug Mills, so called, are in reality mixing machines, used for the purpose of preparing 
 clay for t he Auger Machine. The demand for better wares and less waste calls for better 
 preparation of material than has been obtained in the old style Pug Mills. 
 
 To meet the above requirements, we have developed a line of standard Pug Mills, increas- 
 ing the area of tempering chamber, increasing the number of knives, and decreasing the pitch 
 of the knives, so as to obtain more thorough mixing and tempering. 
 
 The pitch of the knives is readily adjusted, so as to retain the material evenly throughout 
 the entire length of the tempering chamber. 
 
 The end thrust is of the marine type, taking the thrust from either direction, enabling 
 the machine to be run in either direction and to discharge the material at either end of the 
 
 tempering chamber. In other words, they may be readily converted from a right to a left 
 hand machine, or to discharge the tempered clay between the gear frame and the tempering 
 chamber, or at the opposite end, as desired. 
 
 The bearings are ring oiling, excepting the thrust bearing, and the gears run in an oil 
 tight case. 
 
 The machines are heavier than the older type, and the metal is distributed to absorb the 
 vibrations and stresses. 
 
 All of these machines are single geared and have open ends. 
 
 A space is left between the tempering chamber and shall bearings to avoid the possibility 
 of clay working into the bearings. 
 
 I'lie intent of the designer is to produce a utility machine that will stand up to its work 
 indefinitely and do good work with a minimum amount of power. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American Steel Frame for Mounting Pug Mill 
 
 In designing modern brick plants it is good practice to set the Pug Mill over the Brick 
 Machine so that the clay will feed by gravity from the Pug Mill direct into the Brick Machine. 
 It has been the custom to support the Pug Mill on a cumbersome wood frame, which, in case of 
 fire, burns out from under the Pug Mill, allowing it to fall on the Brick Machine, often ruining 
 it, and at the same time breaking and bending the Pug Mill so it is a total loss. In order to 
 prevent this, we have designed a line of neat, strong, well-braced structural steel frame supports 
 to mount the Pug Mill over the Brick Machine. 
 
 The height of standard frame is 8 feet 6 inches. Each leg is provided with a base plate, 
 which should be anchored to a brick or concrete foundation. The length is governed by the 
 length of the Pug Mill. The width from center to center of foundation bolts is 7 feet 4 inches; 
 the width of the top of the steel frame where the Pug Mill sets is 6 feet 9 inches. The wood 
 platform can be made as wide as desired; 8 feet is preferable. This we do not furnish. The 
 frame is made long enough to premit the operator to walk around to either side at the discharge 
 end of the Pug Mill. 
 
 Where necessary, we build a special frame to suit conditions. 
 
 Each frame is set up and carefully fitted before being knocked down for shipment. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS ran OHIO 
 
 American No. 291 Pug Mill 
 
 Pulling Type, Weight 15,415 pounds 
 
 American No. 502 Pug Mill 
 
 Pushing Type 
 
American No. 303 Pug Mill 
 
 Pulling Type 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Standard Pug Mills 
 
 We build these Standard Pug Mills in three different sizes, with tempering chamber 8 feet, 
 10 feet, and 12 feet long. They are all of the same general design and vary in size and capacity. 
 These are single-geared, single-shaft Pug Mills designed for thoroughly tempering clay and shale. 
 The design of the machine is such as to permit driving it in either direction and arranging it 
 for either the pushing or the pulling type. The two machines are identical in construction with 
 the exception that one Pug Mill is the pushing type, arranged to push the material forward, 
 away from the driving end and discharge at the forward end of the shell, while the other Pug 
 Mill is arranged to pull the material and discharge between the gear frame and the shell. 
 
 American No. 291 and No. 302 Pug Mills 
 
 12-ft. Tempering Chamber 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 10,000 to 15,000 per hour. 
 
 Paving Blocks, 5,000 to 10,000 per hour. 
 
 American No. 303 and 304 Pug Mills 
 
 10-ft. Tempering Chamber 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 4,000 to 7,500 per hour. 
 
 Paving Blocks, 2,500 to 5,000 per hour. 
 
 American No. 282 and 283 Pug Mills 
 
 8-ft. Tempering Chamber 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 2,000 to 4,000 per hour. 
 
 Paving Blocks, 1,500 to 2,500 per hour. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, angle at which the tempering 
 knives are set, nature and character of clay, quality of tempering required and by 
 management. 
 
 General Description 
 
 Gear Frame — 
 
 The gear frame of the machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearing and 
 forming an oil reservoir for the gears. 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 The cast iron tempering shaft is made from the same material used in American gears and 
 arranged for inserting the tempering knives, which are secured in position by steel 
 keys. The pulley shaft is steel. 
 
 Bearings — - 
 
 The machine is fitted with ring oiling babbitted bearings. The bearing on the driving end 
 of the tempering shaft is of the marine type for end thrust. 
 
 Gears — 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal. They are incased and run in a bath of oil, except 
 on the No. 282 and No. 28.1 Pug Mills. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 282 Pug Mill 
 
 Pushing Type, Weight 5,760 pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 Shell 
 
 The shell is made from one piece of tank steel. The tempering chamber is 8 feet, 10 feet, 
 or 12 leet long. 
 
 Knives 
 
 The tempering knives are hammered steel, Battle Ax type. They are inserted in the tem- 
 pering shaft and secured by steel keys, the arrangement being such as to permit 
 setting the knives at any angle required for thorough tempering. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is furnished with a Bucyrus friction-clutch driving pulley. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 The speed of the driving pulley may be increased or decreased according to the capacity 
 desired and the character of the work. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate these machines will vary according to capacity, character of 
 clay and quality of mixing required. 
 
 Specifications Standard Pug Mills 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Building Brick 
 
 (S'H x 4 Yi x 23 2 ) 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Street Paving Blocks 
 
 (10 pounds) 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Fire-Proofing, Hollow 
 
 Blocks or Drain Tile 
 
 Diameter of Cast Iron Tempering Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Steel Driving Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearings on Tempering Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearings on Driving Shaft 
 
 Master Gear 
 
 Driving Pinion 
 
 Ratio of Gears 
 
 Pug Mill Shell 
 
 Thickness of Steel Plate in Shell 
 
 Steel Tempering Knives 
 
 Number of Tempering Knives in Shaft 
 
 Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley 
 
 Power required 
 
 Weight 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Length of Sills 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Width of Sills 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Height to top of Shell 
 
 Height to center of Driving Pulley 
 
 Height to center of Tempering Shaft 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Pulley 
 
 on Pushing Type Pug Mill 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Pulley 
 on Pulling Type Pug Mill 
 
 Nos. 291 and 302 
 
 Nos. 303 and 304 
 
 Nos. 282 and 283 
 
 Pug Mills 
 
 Pug Mills 
 
 Pug Mills 
 
 10, out) to 15,000 
 
 4,000 to 7,500 
 
 2,000 to 4,000 
 
 7,500 to 10,000 
 
 3,500 to 5,000 
 
 1,000 to 2,500 
 
 10 to 15 tons 
 
 7 to 10 tons 
 
 5 to 7 tons 
 
 9 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 2 1 2 in. 
 
 18 in. and 9)4 in. 
 
 16 in. and 8 ? 2 in. 
 
 14 in. and 8 in. 
 
 18 in. and 14 in. 
 
 16 in. and 12 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 38?8 in. dia. 
 
 34 in. dia. 
 
 34 3 g in. dia. 
 
 10 in. face 
 
 8 in. face 
 
 434 in. face 
 
 2 in. pitch 
 
 1 3 4 in. pitch 
 
 8 Tg in. dia. 8 in. face 
 
 1) 2 in. pitch 
 
 9% in. dia. 10 in. face 
 
 6U in. dia. 
 
 2 in. pitch 
 
 1 % in. pitch 
 
 134 in. pitch. 
 
 4 to 1 
 
 4 to 1 
 
 5.5 to 1 
 
 12 ft. long, 32 in. wide 
 
 10 ft. long, 28 in. wide 
 
 8 ft. long, 24 in. wide 
 
 . 39 in. deep 
 
 33 in. deep 
 
 29 in. deep 
 
 ts inch 
 
 A inch 
 
 L inch 
 
 Blade IQ 1 2 in. long 
 
 8 y. in. long 
 
 7*2 in. long 
 
 5) G in. wide 
 
 5Lg in. wide 
 
 4 5 g in. wide 
 
 52" 
 
 44 
 
 31 
 
 48 in. dia. 12 in. face 
 
 42 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 
 36 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 
 80 to 120 R. P. M. 
 
 80 to 120 R. P. M. 
 
 100 to 140 R. P. M. 
 
 20 to 40 H. P. 
 
 15 to 30 H. P. 
 
 10 to 15 H. P. 
 
 15,415 pounds 
 
 11,000 pounds 
 
 5,760 pounds 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 23 ft. 
 
 20 ft. 
 
 14 ft. 5 in. 
 
 23 ft. 
 
 20 ft. 
 
 14 ft. 4 in. 
 
 6 ft. 
 
 5 ft. 4 in. 
 
 4 ft. 10 in. 
 
 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
 3 ft. 10 in. 
 
 2 ft. 10 in. 
 
 5 ft. 5y 2 in. 
 
 4 ft. 10 in. 
 
 3 ft. 10 in. 
 
 4 ft. 
 
 3 ft. 6 3 i in. 
 
 3 ft. 3 in. 
 
 3 ft. 5 ] 2 in. 
 
 3 ft. 1 in. 
 
 2 ft. 434 in. 
 
 2 ft. 1 in. 
 
 1 ft. 11 in. 
 
 1 ft. 10 in. 
 
 18 ft. 7H in. 
 
 15 ft. ll 3 i in. 
 
 11 ft. A in. 
 
 7 ft. 8 }/i in. 
 
 6 ft. 11 3 4 in. 
 
 3 ft. 1 1 1 2 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American No. 162 Automatic Disc Feeder for Pug Mill 
 
 This machine is designed to be attached to a Pug Mill, and arranged so that it will operate 
 only when the Pug Mill is in operation, the arrangement being such that the flow of clay is 
 automatically regulated at all times. This insures uniform and regular tempering and greatly 
 improves the quality of the brick. When attached to the Pug Mill the Disc Feeder is driven 
 from the Pug Mill shaft by a sprocket chain. The machine is self-contained and is substan- 
 tially constructed in every detail. It is built for long and continuous service. It may be 
 installed and operated as an independent machine entirely separate from the Pug Mill. 
 
 The standard size of the circular plate or disc is 36 inches diameter. Where it becomes 
 necessary to enlarge the diameter of this disc due to certain requirements or conditions, we do so 
 by attaching a circular steel plate to the top of the cast iron disc. Above the Disc Feeder it is 
 necessary to install a small clay bin for receiving the material which is to be fed to the Pug 
 Mill. We do not furnish the clay bin with the Disc Feeder. We do, however, furnish a hopper 
 which is to be attached to the clay bin. The lower end ol this hopper is circular and is made 
 with a thread or screw upon which we mount an adjustable spout, which can be raised or 
 lowered by turning on the screw. This increases or decreases the distance between the hopper 
 and horizontal disc, and in this way the amount of clay passing from the bin can be accurately 
 regulated. The construction is such that the spout can be set in any position and securely 
 locked, so that it will not jar loose and change the adjustment. There is also a scraper attached 
 to the hopper, so arranged that it may be adjusted to deliver the clay from the revolving disc 
 to the Pug Mill. With the Disc Feeder properly adjusted and with proper means for controlling 
 the water supply, uniform tempering can be secured without the aid and without the necessity 
 of having a man in charge of the Pug Mill constantly. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 All shafts are steel. Diameter vertical shaft, 2 }^ inches. Diameter of driving shaft, 
 1 1 2 inches. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 Bearings are well proportioned and carefully made. Length of vertical shaft bearings, 5 
 inches. Length of driving shaft bearings, 8 inches. Diameter of disc in step bearing, 
 7 inches. 
 
 Gearing — 
 
 All gears are made of American gear metal. Bevel gear 17.92 inches diameter, 3 inches 
 face, 1 pg inches pitch. Bevel pinion, 7.91 inches diameter. Gear ratio, 2.25 to 1. 
 
 Feeder Disc — 
 
 The standard feeder disc is 36 inches diameter. 
 
 Driving Pulley — 
 
 The driving pulley, when used as an independent machine separate from the Pug Mill, is 
 12 inches diameter, 4 inches face. Speed, 40 R. P. M. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 This machine will feed clay for a Pug Mill of the largest capacity. 
 
 Power 
 
 The power required, 1 to 2 H. P., will vary, dependent on the quantity and quality of 
 the clay. 
 
 Weight 
 
 1,390 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height to top of Disc 2 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height to top of Hopper 4 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Size of standard Hopper 20 x 20 in. 
 
 Size of special Hopper 24 x 24 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 26 Double-Shaft Pug Mill 
 
 I his is a heavy double-shaft Pug Mill designed for thoroughly mixing and tempering clay 
 and shale. It is especially recommended for mixing materials that do not take water readily, 
 or tor mixing two or more different materials when the mixture must be thorough and uniform. 
 
 1 lie standard machine is constructed with the discharge end closed on the bottom, and is 
 
 arranged to discharge the material above and over the top of the mixing shafts. 
 
 The Pug Mill shell is partially closed to prevent the clay from working out over the top 
 
 at the discharge end. When specified on the order the machine can be furnished with the dis- 
 
 charge end open at the bottom, but when constructed in this manner, the machine does not 
 
 give as thorough pugging as when it is arranged to discharge over the top of the tempering 
 shafts. 
 
 To increase the pugging capacity of this machine a series of steel bars are placed above 
 and below the tempering shafts, passing through between the knives. These bars are 1 IT inches 
 diameter. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 4,000 to 6,000 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, nature and character of clay, 
 and by management. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The gear frame of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings. 
 The machine is mounted on 8-inch steel “ I " beam skids. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The tempering shafts are forged steel, 4 inches square in the mixing chamber and 5 inches 
 diameter in the bearings. The driving shaft is steel, 3 inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The bearings on the driving shaft and on the tempering shafts are 12 inches long. These 
 are well babbitted with the best grade of metal for the purpose. The chilled discs in 
 the end thrust bearings are 8 inches diameter. 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal 1.75 inches pitch, 10 inches face. Master gear 
 51.25 inches diameter, driving pinion 8.96 inches diameter, ratio 3.7 to 1. The inter- 
 mediate gears are 2.25 inches pitch, 8.5 inches face, 17.95 inches diameter, ratio 1 to 1 . 
 
 Shell 
 
 The shell is made in three pieces; these are tank steel Li inch thick. The tempering 
 chamber is 8 feet long, 48 inches wide and 36 inches deep. 
 
 Knives 
 
 The tempering knives are cast trom a special mixture of metal, same as used in making 
 American gears. These knives are arranged to clamp around the square shaft in the 
 tempering chamber. Each pair of knives will occupy a space 6 inches on the tempering 
 shaft. The knives are 10} 2 inches long and are 6 inches and 3 inches wide. Sixty- 
 four knives are required for both tempering shafts. 
 
 Driving Pulley — 
 
 The machine is furnished with a friction-clutch driving pulley 42 inches diameter, 12 inches 
 face. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 The speed of the driving pulley should be 75 to 150 R. P. M., according to the capacity 
 desired and the character of the work. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this machine will vary from 40 11. P. to 50 H. P., according to 
 the capacity and the character of the clay. 
 
 Weight 
 
 15,865 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 16 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 16 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Width over all 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width of Sills 5 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height over all 4 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height to top of Shell 4 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Height to center of Driving Pulley 2 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height to center of Tempering Shaft 2 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end to center of Driving Pulley 15 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width from center of Machine to center of Driving Shaft 1 ft. 9 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS^|^5^ OHIO 
 American No. 168 Taper Tub Pug Mill 
 
 This Pug Mill was designed for retempering clay and is used where thorough tempering 
 is required. The clay must be partially tempered or soaked before it is delivered to this 
 machine. 1 he No. 168 Pug Mill is adapted particularly for fire clay used in glass works, also 
 potteries and terra cotta plants. It is made short, the discharge end being only a short distance 
 
 from the hopper, so that the clay can be returned from the discharge back into the mill to be 
 repugged as often as desired. 
 
 The tempering cylinder, which is 4 feet long, is made tapering. The lower half is provided 
 with rectangular steel cleaner teeth mounted on a steel rod, forming a hinge and held in position 
 by a shearing pin. These cleaner teeth extend towards the pug shaft between the tempering 
 knives. The knives working between the cleaner teeth promote thorough mixing of the mate- 
 rial. Should a stone or piece of iron get into the mill the small shearing pin will shear off, 
 permitting the cleaner teeth to fold up into the upper half of the cylinder or concave, which is 
 provided with a cavity so that the cleaner teeth can fold up sufficiently to let the knives clear 
 them without breaking. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 The tul) is tapering from the receiving to the discharge end, to which is bolted an extension, 
 and to this is hinged a front having a 12-inch round opening. The front is provided with a 
 safety attachment which shears a pin, allowing the trout to open when the clay in the mill 
 becomes too stilt. The discharge opening may be made any size required. 
 
 The mill is provided with a self-contained gearing frame mounted on steel I-beam skids, 
 which extend back to receive the outboard bearing on the driving shaft and forward to receive 
 a pedestal which supports the front end of the pugging cylinder, making the mill self-contained. 
 The pug shaft is forged from a steel billet. The bearings, which form a part of the gear frame, 
 are made of sufficient length to carry the tempering shaft without the necessity of a bearing 
 on the discharge end of the shaft. The rear end of the shaft is provided with our standard 
 thrust bearing, consisting of two chilled discs between which is a bronze disc revolving in oil. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Gear Frame — 
 
 The gear frame of this machine is substantial and firmly mounted on 7-inch “I" beam 
 skids. The bearings are a part of the frame. 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 The forged steel pug shaft is 3 1 2 inches square in pugging chamber and 5 inches in the 
 bearings. The driving shaft is steel 2 1 2 inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The bearings on the pug shaft are 14 inches long and the driving shaft bearings are 
 
 inches long. All bearings are carefully made and babbitted with our special metal. 
 The chilled discs in the end thrust bearing are 9 inches diameter and run in an oil bath. 
 
 Gears — 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal. Master gear is 36.75 inches diameter, 1.75 inches 
 pitch, 5.5 inches face. Pinion is 6.25 inches diameter. Gear ratio, 6 to 1. 
 
 Shell — 
 
 The Pug Mill shell or tub is cast in halves, carefully planed and securely bolted. Length, 
 4 feet. 
 
 Knives — 
 
 The pug shaft is fitted with 8 double blade tempering knives varying in length to conform 
 to the taper of the pugging chamber. The blades are 3.5 inches wide and each knife 
 will occupy a space of 5 inches on the shaft. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is fitted with a friction-clutch driving pulley 36 inches diameter, 8 inches face. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 The speed of the driving pulley should be 150 R. P. M., dependent on capacity desired 
 and character of the work. 
 
 Power — 
 
 The power required to drive this mill will vary from 20 to 30 H. P., according to capacity 
 
 and character of material. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 6,800 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 10 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Width 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height 3 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Height irom top of floor to top of Pug Shell 2 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Length from center line of Driving Pulley to Discharge end 9 ft. 1 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 247 Double-Shaft Clay Feeder and Mixer 
 
 This machine is designed for preparing and feeding plastic clay. As a feeder it forms the 
 bottom of a clay storage bin and will discharge the material at a uniform rate, determined by 
 the speed at which the pulley is driven, by the pitch at which the knives are set, and by the 
 position of the adjustable gate which regulates the final control. 
 
 It may also be used to an advantage as a double-shaft Pug Mill, in which case the clay bin 
 and the gate are omitted. The standard machine, which is always furnished unless other- 
 wise specified, is bevel geared, with the driving pulley on the right-hand side, as shown in the 
 illustration. Driving pulley may be placed on the left-hand side, if so specified. The machine 
 may also be built spur geared when ordered. The standard machine discharges the material at 
 the end of the mixing chamber opposite the driving gears, but the machine may be built so as 
 to discharge the material between the mixing chamber and the gear frame when so specified. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Building Brick, 3,500 to 5,000 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, nature and character of the 
 clay, and the position of the adjustable discharge gate. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Base 
 
 The base of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings. 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 The mixing shafts are hammered steel 5}4 inches diameter. The driving shaft is inches 
 diameter. The intermediate shaft is 3 inches diameter. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The bearings on the mixing shafts at the forward end are 7 inches long. At the gear end 
 the bearings are of the marine type end thrust, 10 inches long. Pulley shaft bearings 
 are 5 inches and 7 inches. Intermediate shaft bearings, 7 inches long. 
 
 Gears 
 
 Gears on the mixing shafts are cast steel 1 3 4 inches pitch, 6 inches face, 14 inches diameter, 
 ratio 1 to 1. Intermediate gears are cast American gear metal, 1 1 2 inches pitch, 50 
 inches face. Master gear is 25"'g inches diameter, pinion 70 inches diameter, ratio 3.6 
 to 1. Bevel gears are cast American gear metal, 1 0 inches pitch, 4 inches face. 
 Bevel gear is 22 inches diameter, pinion 7 O inches diameter, ratio 3 to 1. 
 
 End View of American No. 247 Double-Shaft Clay Feeder and Mixer 
 
 Knives 
 
 The knives in the mixing shafts are hammered steel, inserted and secured by keys. Sixty- 
 four knives required for both mixing shafts. 
 
 Shell 
 
 The shell forming the mixing chamber is 8 feet long, 31 inches wide, made of steel plate 1 4 
 inch thick, reinforced on the edges with angle iron. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The bevel-geared machine is furnished with a friction-clutch driving pulley, 36 inches 
 diameter, 8E2 inches face. The spur-geared machine is furnished with friction-clutch 
 driving pulley, 48 inches diameter, inches face. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley on bevel-geared machine, 100 to 250 R. P. M. On spur-geared 
 machine, 35 to 90 R. P. M., according to capacity desired and character of work. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this machine will vary from 5 H. P. to 10 H. P. when the 
 machine is used as a Feeder, and from 10 H. P. to 20 H. P. when the machine is used 
 as a Pug Mill, depending upon the capacity required and character of material used. 
 
 Weight 
 
 7,250 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions of Bevel-Geared Machine 
 
 Length oxer all 
 
 Length of Sills 
 
 Length from center ol Driving Shaft to end of Shell 
 Length of Shell 
 
 Width oxer all 
 
 Width of Sills 
 
 Width from center of Drixing Pulley to center of Mixing Chamber. 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Height to top of Shell 
 
 Height to center of Drixing Shalt 
 
 Height to center of Machine 
 
 Dimensions of Spur-Geared Machine 
 
 Length ox er all 
 
 Length of Sills 
 
 Length from center of Drixing Pulley to end of Shell 
 Length of Shell 
 
 Width oxer all 
 
 W idth of Sills 
 
 Width from center of Drixing Shaft to center of Mixing Chamber . 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Height to top of Shell 
 
 Height to center of Drixing Shaft 
 
 Height to center of Machine 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 274 and No. 316 Spiral Clay Feeders 
 
 The American No. 274 Spiral Clay Feeder is designed for handling plastic clay direct from 
 the bank, or for handling material that has been ground and screened. When installed in a 
 plant, it should form the bottom of a storage bin, and will discharge the material continuously 
 at a uniform rate. The American No. 316 Spiral Clay Feeder is identical in construction, with 
 the exception that the No. 274 Spiral Clay Feeder is the pushing type, arranged to push the 
 material forward, away from the driving end and discharge it at the forward end ot the hopper, 
 while the No. 316 Spiral Clay Feeder is arranged to pull the material and discharge it between 
 the hopper and the gear frame. These machines are built with four shafts, upon each of which 
 is a spiral or screw; the shafts turn toward the center of the machine, making it impossible for 
 the material to bridge over and hang in the storage bin. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Building Brick, 2,000 to 3,500 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, nature and character of the 
 clay, and the position of the adjustable discharge gate. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Base 
 
 The base of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The shafts are steel; pulley shafts, intermediate shaft and bevel-gear shaft are 2 x /i 
 diameter, miter-gear shafts are 3 inches diameter, and the shafts carrying the 
 or screws are 2j| inches diameter. 
 
 inches 
 
 spirals 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The machine is fitted with babbitted bearings. Bearings on the driving shaft, intermediate 
 shafts and miter-geared shaft are 6 inches long. The bearings for the screw shaft are 
 4 3 4 inches long. 
 
 These machines are built either spur geared or bevel geared, as may be specified. The spur 
 gears or the bevel gears are made of cast iron American gear metal. The miter gears 
 
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 are made of cast steel. Bevel gears, inches ] jitch , 3% inches face, 21 inches and 
 
 5% inches diameter, ratio 4 to 1. Spur gears, 1% inches pitch, 5 inches face, 25% 
 inches and 7% inches diameter, ratio 3.6 to 1. The miter gears are 1% inches pitch, 
 3 inches face, 8 inches diameter. 
 
 Hopper 
 
 The hopper or shell of the machine is made of steel sheets, well riveted together. These 
 sheets are ys inch thick and the shell is 7 feet long, 38 inches wide, 23 inches deep. 
 
 Screws 
 
 The screws form a continuous spiral. They are made of steel plate and are 9 inches 
 diameter. 
 
 Driving Pulley — - 
 
 Machine is furnished with a friction-clutch driving pulley, 36 inches diameter, 6% inches 
 face. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of the driving pulley is 70 R. P. M. This may be increased or decreased, according 
 to the capacity required and the character of the work. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this machine will vary from 5 H. P. to 10 H. P., according to 
 
 the capacity and character of the material used. 
 
 Weight 
 
 4,660 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions of Bevel-Geared Machine 
 
 Length over all 16 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 14 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end of Hopper to center of Driving Pulley for No. 274 
 
 Feeder 13 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end of Hopper to center of Driving Pulley tor No. 316 
 
 Feeder 6 ft. 1% in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Width of Sills 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height over all — above Channels 2 ft. 3% in. 
 
 below Channels 0 ft. 9% in. 
 
 Height to top of Hopper 2 ft. 2% in. 
 
 Height to center of Machine 0 ft. 9% in. 
 
 Dimensions of Spur-Geared Machine 
 
 Length over all 15 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 14 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end of Hopper to center of Driving Pulley for No. 274 
 
 Feeder H ft. 10 in. 
 
 Length from Discharge end of Hopper to center of Driving Pulley for No. 316 
 
 Feeder 4 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Width over all 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width of Sills 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height over all — above Channels 2 ft. 3% in. 
 
 below Channels 0 ft. 9% in. 
 
 Height to top of Hopper 2 ft. 2% in. 
 
 Height to center of Machine 0 ft. 9% in. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYRUS, 
 
 
 OHIO, U. S. A. 
 
 Cutting Tables 
 
 No matter what you may need in the line of Cutting Tables, we can exactly fill your wants. 
 We have a line of cutters which cannot lie approached in range, capacity or workmanship. 
 Starting from the most simple cutters for the smallest plants and progressing up to our largest 
 cutters, there is a uniform excellence of design and construction which insures satisfactory 
 operation. All these cutters, comprising a variety of sizes and capacities, are carefully designed 
 and built. The smallest as well as the largest are built in one department of our modern 
 factory, superintended by our expert cutter builder, assisted by a crew of workmen who have 
 been building cutters for years and have a special knowledge and adaptability for this branch 
 of clay-working machinery. The material from which our cutters are built is of the highest 
 grade. In the process of manufacture — from the foundry, where the castings are made, to the 
 machine-room, where the parts are tooled, and the erecting- room, where they are fitted — every 
 care is given that is possible in a strictly modern plant to insure the very best results and a 
 finished machine which will be a credit to the “Built Right, Run Right” line. 
 
 Atter completion, each machine is carefully inspected and tested, so that, barring accidents 
 in shipment, it is in perfect condition when it reaches the customer. The excellence of our 
 Cutting Tables and the extent of the line make it possible for us to exactly meet the needs of 
 the buyer without any necessity to change a cutter to try and make it perform a special pur- 
 pose for which it was not intended or built. We solicit an investigation of our line, courting 
 the most caret ul inspection and comparison. 
 

 THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 350 Rotary Automatic Cutter 
 
 Capacity 7,500 to 12.500 Brick per hour 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American Rotary Automatic Cutter 
 
 This cutler is built in two sizes, both on the same general design and van - only in size 
 and capacity. 
 
 No. 350 Rotary Automatic Cutter is designed for large capacity and is used with the largest 
 -ize Auger Machine. 
 
 No. 342 Rotary Automatic Cutter is designed for medium capacity and is used with the 
 medium size Auger Machine. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour No. 350 Automatic Cutter 
 
 Building Brick, 7,500 to 12,500 per hour. 
 
 Paving Block, 6,000 to 10,000 per hour. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour No. 342 Automatic Cutter 
 
 Building Brick, 6,000 to 7,500 per hour. 
 
 Paving Block, 5,000 to 6,000 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed, size of brick, nattire of clay and by management. 
 
 These machines will cut Roman brick up to 5 inches by 13p2 inches; hollow blocks up to 
 8 inches by 8 inches. Radial chimney block up to 7 inches by 12 inches. Can also cut two or 
 three streams ot end-cut brick or hollow brick. 
 
 These machines are thoroughly reliable, positive in all their movements, and require but 
 very little attention to keep them in proper adjustment for satisfactory service at all times. 
 There are but two points that are adjustable or will require adjustment at any time. These are 
 the brake and the locking device. The brake is attached for the purpose of absorbing the shocks 
 due to starting and stopping the cutting reel suddenly and repeatedly. It is fitted with fiber 
 friction surfaces and will require a slight adjustment as these may become worn. The service 
 is not severe and the wear is not excessive, so that adjustments are seldom required, and when 
 necessary the adjustment is made by simply turning a set-screw. The plate which unhooks the 
 locking device is also made adjustable, but the wear is so light that it will seldom require any 
 attention. 
 
 The cutter is belt driven, the power being taken trom a counter-shaft, which should be 
 located overhead. A separate belt from the same counter-shaft drives the off-bearing table with 
 a quarter-turn drive. 
 
 The measuring belt operates the locking device, which holds the cutter section in position, 
 and which, when released, automatically trips the clutch that drives the cutting reel, passing the 
 wires through the column ot clay. After the cut has been made the clutch is automatically 
 disengaged. The cutting section moves forward to the end of its travel and automatically 
 engages a gear and pinion, which return it to its proper position for the next cut, where it is 
 locked and held until the measuring belt trips the locking device. The operation is smooth, 
 quiet and easy, permitting high speed. The cutting section is mounted on large wheels, giving 
 an easy motion forward with the column of clay while the cut is being made. The track under 
 the cutting section has renewable plates, so that there is no wear on the main castings. The 
 power to return the cutting section to position after the cut has been made is taken from the 
 belt which drives the off-bearing table. The strain on the measuring belt necessary to open the 
 locking device and trip the clutch is so slight that there is no tendency to swell the column 
 of clav. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The spaces between the measuring belt, cutting section and off-bearing belt are bridged 
 with a steel apron, leaving no gaps for the bar of clay to fall through. 
 
 The cutter has three sets of cutting wires and is equipped with the latest type of wire 
 fasteners, which accommodate wires of various lengths and permit rapid replacement of broken 
 wires. The cutting wires are cleaned automatically after each cut. The wires pass through the 
 column of clay with a downward shearing motion, making a smooth cut on the face and end of 
 the brick. 
 
 The construction of the machine is high class in every detail. It will give the best of 
 service with the minimum amount of wear and requires but very little attention. It has very 
 few wearing parts and these are interchangeable and are easily replaced at a very small expense. 
 
 Frame 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The cutter is mounted on a heavy frame constructed of two steel channels, held together by 
 heavv cast iron stretchers. The cast iron bearing stands for the driving mechanism 
 are securely bolted to the frame. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 All shafts are steel. The driving shaft is 2 inches diameter. The platen shaft is 3 inches 
 diameter, and the shafts on which the wire fasteners are mounted are \' A ± inches 
 diameter. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 Bearings are ring oiling and well babbitted, with the best metal tor the service required. 
 
 Gears 
 
 All gears are cast American gear metal. They are broad faced and heavy pattern, with 
 ample strength for service required. 
 
 Measuring Belt 
 
 The iron frame for the measuring belt on No. 350 Cutter is 7 feet long, and on No. 342 
 Cutter it is 6 feet long. The cutter is fitted with a 14-inch 4-ply canvas measuring 
 belt, laced with wire and provided with a substantial tightening device. 
 
 Off- Bearing Belt 
 
 The cutter is furnished with a standard steel frame off-bearing table 20 feet long, having a 
 12-inch 4-plv canvas off-bearing belt. Additional length of off-bearing belt can be 
 furnished when so specified on the order. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The No. 350 Cutter is furnished with a standard driving pulley, 28 inches diameter, 12- 
 inch face. Speed, 35 R. P. M. 
 
 The No. 342 Cutter is furnished with a standard driving pulley, 28 inches diameter, 8-inch 
 face. Speed, 35 R. P. M. 
 
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 Off- Bearing Belt Drive 
 
 The off-bearing table on No. 350 Cutter is furnished with a standard cast iron driving 
 pulley, 24-inch diameter, 6 -inch face. 
 
 The off-bearing table on No. 342 Cutter is furnished with a standard cast iron driving 
 pulley 18-inch diameter, 6 -inch face. It should be driven with a quarter-turn belt 
 from a counter-shait, speed 18 R. P. M. The driving end ot the off-bearing table is 
 mounted on the forward end of the steel channels forming the trame for mounting the 
 cutter, insuring rigid construction. 
 
 Length of Cut No. 350 Cutter 
 
 Maximum length of cut is 62 inches. The cutter will cut 24 brick 2 5 g inches thick. 
 
 Increasing the thickness of the brick will reduce the number of brick cut at each opera- 
 
 tion. 
 
 Length of Cut No. 342 Cutter 
 
 Maximum length of cut is 40 Inches. The cutter will cut 15 brick 2 5 ^ inches thick. 
 
 Increasing the thickness of the brick will reduce the number of brick cut at each opera- 
 
 tion. 
 
 Dimensions No. 350 Cutter 
 
 Length over all, including 20-Foot Off-Bearing Belt 40 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Width over all 4 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Platens 2 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Driving Shaft to center line of Measuring Belt 2 ft. 6 5 g in. 
 
 Height to center line of Driving Shaft from floor 1 ft. ID 4 in. 
 
 Weight, with standard 20-foot Off-Bearing Belt 9,000 pounds 
 
 Dimensions No. 342 Cutter 
 
 Length over all, including 20-foot Off-Bearing Belt 36 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Width over all 4 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Platens 2 ft. 5 1 g in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Driving Shaft to center line of Measuring Belt 2 ft. 6 5 g in. 
 
 Height to center line of Driving Shaft from floor 1 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Weight, with standard 20-foot Off-Bearing Belt 6,500 pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American Cutting Wires 
 
 Economy of Good Wires 
 
 It's not economy to have a broken penny cutting wire cripple or shut down a $50,000 
 plant, and yet that extravagance is permitted frequently. There are two things which will 
 obviate this — the cutter and the wire. 
 
 This is a “wire message,” and it will show you how your wire troubles can be greatly 
 lessened and your output thereby increased. 
 
 A cutting wire is, in itself, a small item, and yet, it you can make it last twice as long, you 
 are making one hundred per cent profit right there, to say nothing of the delay to the entire 
 plant which a broken wire might cause. 
 
 Quality Is Important 
 
 We have made a study of the cutting-wire problem from all sides. We find the vital 
 points are — quality of wire, method of making the loop and care of wires after made. 
 
 We have tested all wires of all manufacturers and have adopted the best brands of imported 
 and domestic wire. 
 
 We have invented machinery for measuring oft the exact amount of wire from the reel to 
 insure each cutting wire being the exact length. The machine straightens the wire which has 
 been curved by coiling in rolls. It forms the loop —all loops being exactly alike. It twists the 
 wire and solders it fast. 
 
 Here, then, is a completed cutting wire made perfect by a combination of quality in mate- 
 rial and correctness of manufacture. 
 
 Rust Prevention 
 
 Having made a perfect wire, we have done what we could to be sure that it will continue 
 in a perfect condition until put into service. This we accomplish by giving the wires a rust- 
 proof treatment to protect them, keep them straight and clean and insure their not becoming 
 tangled and bent. 
 
 Not satisfied with our own tests, we sent one hundred of these wires to the largest brick 
 plant in the world. This plant is making 300,000 brick every eight hours, and in such a plant, 
 operated at such a speed, a good cutting wire is important. 
 
 This plant has been using a wire with a double loop in order to prevent delay. Our single- 
 loop wires were offered as a substitute for the double-loop wires, which amused the superin- 
 tendent of the plant. 
 
 However, the test w'as made and here is the report of the representative of the brick com- 
 pany who made the test: 
 
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 "Gentlemen: One hundred of your single-loop cutting wires lasted forty-seven and a hall 
 hours and in that time cut 1,771,000 brick. In this competition, 120 of our own double-loop 
 wires lasted forty-six hours and cut 1,650,000 brick.” 
 
 This report shows that though twenty per cent more of the double-loop wires were used, 
 they lasted over an hour less time and cut 116,000 less brick than the hundred of our single- 
 loop wires, which shows there is twenty-five per cent more efficiency in our single-loop wire than 
 in the double-loop wire. 
 
 Having arrived at a standard of excellence in making cutting wires, our constant effort 
 will be to keep our wires up to that standard. 
 
 W e have perfected testing appliances which will enable us to make periodical tests of wires 
 in order to be sure that the product is constantly kept up to the standard. 
 
 Our latest weekly report from this wire-testing department shows that our special American 
 wire stands an average strain of 572 pounds. Tests were made on No. 18 wire. American wire 
 of 20 gauge tested 480 pounds. 
 
 All Wire Is Tested 
 
 All these tests were made with cutting wire made on our special machinery, while wires of 
 other manufacturers broke on much lower strain. 
 
 Our wire is automatically straightened and is therefore much easier to place in position on 
 rapidly-moving cutting machines than the old-fashioned wires which are in the form of a semi- 
 circle. 
 
 Tests made indicate that our double twist with soldered loops is the best possible way to 
 make cutting wares, as wires made in this w r ay stand a much higher test and show that the loop 
 will hold more than the tensile strength of the wire. With this method of manufacturing our 
 double-twist, single-loop wires are better than a double-loop wire. 
 
 Will Not Tighten on Hooks 
 
 A disadvantage in most cutting wares is the fact that they tighten up on the hooks or wire 
 holders, which makes it a difficult matter to remove broken w ires. This causes annoying delays 
 and has caused serious accidents. Our wires, made on our special plan, will not close up in the 
 loop. Our tests also show that our wires run more uniform, as there is not near the variation 
 in our wires as there is in the wires of other manufacturers. This uniformity is due to the fact 
 that our wires are made on an automatic machine which twists each wire exactly alike and with 
 the same amount of tension, and insures wires being exactly the same length and strength. 
 Wires made by hand are usually made by boys, and therefore cannot be anywhere near as 
 uniform as when made by our automatic machinery. 
 
 Our wires are put up in straight, clean bundles of 100 wires each and are treated with a 
 preparation to prevent rust. This preparation will not eat into the wires and destroy them, no 
 matter how long the wires are stored away. The long life of our wires led us to perfect this 
 preserving composition. This care of preparation and packing insures better preservation, and 
 full efficiency from every wire, because all crooking or buckling of wires is obviated. In fur- 
 nishing these wires for cutters not of our own manufacture, it is best to have a sample sent in 
 with the order, so we can duplicate the length of the wire and also make the proper size loop. 
 
 You don’t need to buy a large quantity. Let us send you a few to try, and vour order will 
 be sure to follow. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American No. 348 Rotary Cutter 
 
 The N o. 348 cutter is designed to operate in connection with an expressing machine from 
 which the clay column flows intermittently, consequently the reel carriage does not travel. 
 
 The cutter is belt driven, the power being taken from a counter-shaft, which should be 
 located overhead. Separate belts from the same counter-shaft drive the off-bearing belt. The 
 off-bearing belt has two speeds, a high speed while the column of clay is running onto the plat- 
 ens, and a low speed while the cut is being made. This is accomplished by two belts running 
 at different speeds with the friction-clutch pulleys on the off-bearing table driving shaft. By 
 throwing the clutch lexer in one direction the high-speed belt drives, and in the other direction 
 the low-speed belt does the driving. 
 
 No measuring table is required, for the column of clay passes over oil rollers directly onto 
 the platens and the cut is made when the column of clay comes to a stop. The clutch which 
 rotates the cutting wires and the clutch lever on the off-bearing table are both operated by the 
 expressing machine and in this way the cut is made and the off-bearing belt speed changed at 
 exactly the proper time. A brake is attached to the cutting reel driving shaft for the purpose 
 of absorbing the shocks due to starling and stopping, and is fitted with fiber friction surfaces, 
 which may be adjusted to suit conditions and to take up wear. 
 
 The cutter has three sets of cutting wires and is equipped with the latest type of wire 
 fasteners, which accommodate wires of various lengths and permit rapid replacement of broken 
 wires. The cutting wires are cleaned automatically after each cut. The wires pass through the 
 column of clay with a downward shearing motion, making a smooth cut on the face and end 
 of the brick. 
 
 The construction of the machine is high class in every detail. It will give the best of 
 service with the minimum amount of wear, and requires but very little attention. It has very 
 few wearing parts, and these are interchangeable and are easily replaced at a very small expense. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Building Brick, 4,000 to 6,000 per hour. 
 
 Paving Block, 3,000 to 4,500 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by speed, size of brick, nature of clay and by management. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Marliine will cut Roman brick up to 5 inches by 1 3 3^2 inches, hollow blocks up to 8 inches 
 by 8 inches, radial chimney block up to 7 inches by 12 inches. Can also cut two or three 
 streams of end-cut brick or hollow brick. Maximum length of cut is 62 inches. 
 
 Frame 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The cutter is mounted on a heavy frame, constructed of two 8 -inch steel channels, held 
 together by heavy cast iron stretchers. 
 
 The cast iron bearing stands for the driving mechanism are securely bolted to the frame. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 All shafts are steel. The driving shaft is 2 inches diameter. The platen shaft is 3 inches 
 diameter and the shafts on which the wire fasteners are mounted are 1 ^4 inches diam- 
 eter. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 Bearings are ring oiling and well babbitted, with the best metal for the service required. 
 
 Gears — 
 
 All gears are cast American gear metal. They are broad faced and heavy pattern, with 
 ample strength for service required. 
 
 Off- Bearing Belt 
 
 The cutter is furnished with two-speed steel frame off-bearing table, 20 feet long, having a 
 12-inch 4-ply canvas off-bearing belt. Additional length of off-bearing belt can be 
 furnished when so specified on the order. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The cutter is furnished with a standard driving pulley, 28-inch diameter, 10-inch face. 
 Speed, 15 to 25 R. P. M. The cutter and the off-bearing belt should be driven from a 
 counter-shaft. 
 
 Off-Bearing Belt Drive 
 
 The off-bearing table is furnished with two friction-clutch driving pulleys, 16-inch diameter, 
 6 -inch face. The slow-speed pulley should be driven at 6 , 10, or 15 R. P. M., and the 
 high-speed pulley should be driven at 38, 61, or 90 R. P. M., according to the size and 
 kind of ware that is being cut and speed required on off-bearing belt. 
 
 Length of Cut 
 
 Maximum length of cut is 62 inches. The cutter will cut 23 brick 2 5 g inches thick. 
 Increasing the thickness of the brick will reduce the number of brick cut at each 
 operation. 
 
 Weight — - 
 
 6,300 pounds, including standard 20-foot off-bearing belt. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all, including 20-foot Off-Bearing Belt 31 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Width over all 4 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Platens 2 ft. 7 1 g in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Driving Shaft to center line of column of clay 2 ft. 6 Tg in. 
 
 Height to center line of Driving Shaft from floor 1 ft. IP 4 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 This machine is designed for cutting either side- or end-cut brick as well as hollow brick or 
 hollow block, by arranging the proper platens. There are two operating levers. One lever 
 operates the pin clutch attached to the driving pulley. This drives the shaft with the two long 
 pinions which revolves the cutting reel. Alter each revolution of the shaft, which causes one set 
 of wires to pass through the column ol clay, the clutch is automatically disengaged and the cut- 
 
 ting reel stops. The second lexer permits the operator to assist the bar of clay to move the 
 carriage in correct register with the traveling liar of clay and also to return the carriage to its 
 original position after the cut has been made. These lexers are placed at the die end of the 
 machine in order that the operator max' xvatch the bar of clay and its proper lubrication. The 
 off-bearing table is drix'en by a pair of bexel gears. Maximum width of column of clay, 13 
 inches. Maximum height of column, 5 inches. Maximum distance betxveen end wires, 24.5 
 inches. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Base 
 
 The base of the machine is a one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings, the pedestals 
 supporting the reel carriage and the off-bearing table. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The drix ing shaft is steel 2 }/± inches diameter. The steel platen shaft is 2 ] ^ inches diam- 
 eter. The steel xvire bar shaft is 1^2 inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 This cutter is fitted xvith babbitted bearings. 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 Oft- Bearing Table 
 
 The standard off-bearing table is 10 ieet long, furnished with a belt 12 inches wide. 
 
 Number of Brick 
 
 This cutter will cut 9 brick 2.5 inches thick or an equivalent in other sizes. It has four 
 sets ot cutting wires. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The capacity of this cutter is 3,500 to 5,000 brick per hour, the capacity is governed by the 
 nature and condition of the clay and by management. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 This cutter is equipped with a pin-clutch driving pulley, 24 inches diameter, 4 inches face. 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 25 R. P. M. 
 
 Power — 
 
 Power required to drive cutter and off-bearing table is 2 H. P. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 The weight of this cutter with standard ten-foot off-bearing table is 2,865 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all, including 10-foot Off-Bearing Table 15 It. 6 in. 
 
 Height over all 4 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height trom floor to Platens 21 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American No. 62 Hand-Power Rotary Cutter 
 
 This Cutting Table has been designed to meet the wants of brick plants of medium capac- 
 ity requiring a perfect brick. It is a self-contained machine, designed with a substantial base. 
 The uprights, which are securely bolted to each end of the base, are planed perfectly smooth on 
 the bottom, and the base is planed smooth where the uprights are bolted so that the joints are 
 absolutely perfect and rigid. The top of the upright is made in the shape of a goose neck. A 
 substantial roller having an anti-friction pin bearing is secured in the top of the upright. 
 
 On these rollers a steel shaft, 2.25 inches diameter, is supported and the reel to which the 
 cutting wires are attached is supported on this steel shaft. The shaft travels back and forth 
 on the rollers, giving the necessary motion required in order to secure a perfect cut. The table 
 
 moves forward with the column of clay while the wires are passing through and after the cut is 
 made it is returned to the proper position for the next cut by a foot lever which is located con- 
 venient to the operator. 
 
 The platens are supported on the steel shaft moving with the reel. The reel is constructed 
 with a substantial cast iron ring at each end. The inside of the ring is turned off smooth in a 
 “\ ’’-shape and it is supported on three “V ’’-shaped grooved rollers. This permits the reel to 
 revolve readily. The upper roller is mounted on an eccentric pin, which affords a means ot tak- 
 ing up the wear. The outside of the cast rings are provided with teeth which work in connec- 
 tion with the dogs or pawls, similar to a ratchet. These pawls are operated by a horizontal bar. 
 As the table stands in position for cutting the dogs engage the teeth on the ring and a down- 
 ward motion of the horizontal bar revolves the reel, forcing the wires through the column of 
 clay. After the cut is made the horizontal bar is lifted until the dogs drop into place on the 
 next set of teeth on the ring. 
 
 It does not require skilled labor to operate this cutting table, as the operation is very 
 simple and readily understood. The cutting reel is fitted with four sets of wires secured with 
 improved wire fasteners. Ample facilities are provided for oiling the platens and bearings on 
 the machine. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 W hen so ordered the No. 62 Cutter can be arranged tor cutting Roman size brick as well as 
 standard size brick. The standard off-bearing belt furnished with the cutter is 10 feet long and 
 is driven with a pulley 12 inches diameter, 6 inches face. Speed, 10 R. P. M. 
 
 The construction of the table throughout is strictly first class. Each and every cutter is 
 erected complete and thoroughly inspected before shipment. The No. 62 Cutter may be used 
 for cutting end-cut brick as well as side-cut brick and can also be used for cutting hollow brick 
 or hollow blocks when fitted with the proper platens. 
 
 Capacity, 2,500 to 4,000 brick per hour, depending somewhat upon the ability of the opera- 
 tor. Table cuts 0 brick 2.5 inches thick; maximum distance between end wires, 24 inches; 
 maximum width of column, 13.25 inches; maximum height of column, 5 inches. 
 
 Frame 
 
 Specifications 
 
 l'he base is one-piece casting. Side reels are cast and machine carried on heavy machined 
 side frames bolted to base. 
 
 Shaft 
 
 The shaft is steel and carries the reel. It is 2JA inches in diameter. 
 
 Off-Bearing Belt 
 
 This cutter is furnished with standard length off-bearing belt 10 feet long. The width of 
 this belt is 12 inches. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The diameter ot the driving pulley for the off-bearing table is 12 inches. Face, 6 inches. 
 Speed, 10 R. P. M. Diameter of spider pulley, 9 inches. 
 
 Length of Cut 
 
 This table will cut 9 standard 23^-inch brick at one movement. Maximum distance 
 between end wires, 23 inches. Maximum length of brick, 1 3 1 j inches. Maximum 
 w idth of brick, 5 inches. There are four sets of cutting wires. 
 
 Weight 
 
 Weight, 1,800 pounds, including 10 feet off-bearing belt. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all, including 10 feet Off-Bearing Belt 15 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Width over all 4 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height trom floor to top of Platens 1 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Pulley on Off-Bearing Belt 1 ft. 4 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 No. 366 Semi-Automatic Cutter is for use in connection with a Steam Press or Plunger 
 Machine. 
 
 This cutter is semi-automatic in that the clutch is tripped by a hand lever. In some instal- 
 lations it may be convenient to connect the tripping lever to the plunger in such a way as to 
 convert it into a full-automatic machine. It will take a column as wide as 16 inches and as 
 
 high as 12 inches and as long as 60 inches. The platens can be made so as to space the wires 
 any distance apart. 
 
 This cutter will cut fire brick, block and tile, also hollow ware. 
 
 The platen is adjustable for height and the stroke adjustable for various widths of column. 
 
 Clearance Dimensions of Cutting Section 
 
 Length over all 9 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 6 ft . 1 •> in. 
 
 Height over all with Platen down... 3 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height over all with Platen raised 4 ft. 
 
 Size of Pulley, 28 inches diameter by 12 inches face. 
 Speed of Pulley, 40 revolutions per minute. 
 
 Any length Off-Bearing Belt may be had. 
 
 Standard sections Off-Bearing Belt 20 feet long. 
 
 Weight, crated, with 20-foot Off-Bearing Belt, 5,080 lbs. 
 
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 BU CYRUS -* ;V '- 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 8 Down-Cut Board-Delivery Cutting Table 
 
 Arranged for Making Pallets 
 
 The accompanying cut shows the No. 8 Down-Cut Board Delivery Table arranged for the use 
 of halving pallets 36 inches long, 10 inches wide, with risers 7 g inch thick and 6% inches high 
 over all. Distance between risers, 32^2 inches. The construction of this cutter is similar to 
 that of the standard cutter, but the pallet brackets and cross-bar are arranged to accommodate 
 the legs of the baking pallets as shown. 
 
 Weight of No. 8 Cutter, arranged for baking pallets, 1,300 pounds. 
 
 American No. 8 Down-Cut Board -Delivery Cutting Table 
 
 Arranged for Roman Brick 
 
 The No. 8 Down-Cut Board Delivery Tables, arranged both for standard pallets and baking 
 pallets, can be constructed for cutting Roman brick. The maximum size brick that can be so 
 cut is 4 ! 2 inches by 13p2 inches. The construction of the Roman brick cutter is similar to that 
 of the standard cutters for the two types of pallets, but the platen, pallet and kindred parts are 
 made wider to correspond with the increased width of the bar of clay required in making Roman 
 brick. 
 
 Weight of No. 8 Cutter, arranged for Roman brick, 1,500 pounds. 
 
 Weight ol No. 8 Cutter for Roman brick, arranged for baking pallets, 1,600 pounds. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS STOri OHIO 
 
 American No. 8 Down-Cut Board -Delivery Cutting Table 
 
 This cutting table is designed for cutting side-cut brick, face brick, fire clay slabs, fire 
 brick, etc. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 2,000 to 3,000 standard size brick per hour. 
 Capacity depends upon the ability of the operator. 
 
 Arrangement of Wires 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The wires are suspended on a movable cutting irame fitted with latest type rotary wire 
 tighteners, and the push board is stationary. By this means the slab of clay is cut 
 into brick or blocks without anv waste. 
 
 Operation 
 
 The operator stands at the end ol the table farthest from the machine, and operates the 
 lever by which the wires are drawn through the bar of clay, insuring a clean cut and 
 one smooth edge and end on each brick. The pallet or board is drawn under the brick 
 while being cut. The cutting is done at the moment when the traveling column of clay 
 abuts against a stopping plate near the operator, which starts the table to move out- 
 ward with the column of clay. Alter the cut is made the operator pulls the table 
 toward him; this enables the wires to clear the end of the traveling column of clay. 
 The back stroke of the lever replaces the wires in their original position and deposits 
 the board with brick at the front of the table, so that they can be removed by hand. 
 
 Points of Superiority 
 
 This table is made entirely ot iron and steel, and all the working parts move on compound 
 anti-friction rollers. The push board is so constructed that the back of it is clear, 
 
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 which prevents clay sticking to the wires and clogging. The end abutment is tastened 
 to the push board. In addition to other points ot merit, it also possesses all the advan- 
 tages of the other board delivery tables. It is a very popular cutter and has been 
 purchased for use with a large variety of machines. 
 
 Hand 
 
 It can be built lor either right- or left-hand delivery. The cut shows a left-hand delivery. 
 
 Capacity How Regulated 
 
 It the brick are to be removed trom the pallets at each stroke of the lever ten brick are 
 cut; but if the brick are to be dried on the pallets only eight brick are cut at each 
 operation, to permit separation and facilitate drying. The thickness of the brick to be 
 cut can be varied, but the thicker the brick the fewer can be cut at a time. 
 
 Weight 
 
 Weight of standard cutter, 1,200 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length. 
 
 Width . . . 
 
 1 1 eight 
 
 Standard size of Pallets 
 Size ot Sills 
 
 
 .6 
 
 ft. 
 
 0 
 
 in 
 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 
 
 0 
 
 in 
 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 
 
 0 
 
 in 
 
 28 
 
 in. x 10 in 
 
 X 
 
 7 8 
 
 in 
 
 ■ 5? 
 
 9 X 5 1 9 X 5 
 
 ft 
 
 6 
 
 in 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 5 Board -Delivery Cutting Table 
 
 This cutting table is designed for cutting side-cut brick of smooth, straight quality and 
 without waste. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 2,000 to 3,000 standard size brick per hour. 
 
 Operation 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Ten brick are cut at each movement ol the lever and the brick are deposited upon a pallet 
 ready for the off-bearer. The wires are suspended on a movable cutting frame and the 
 push board is stationary. By this means the slab of clay is cut into bricks without any 
 waste. The operator stands at the end of the table farthest from the machine and 
 operates the lever by which the wires are drawn across the slab, and the pallet, or 
 board, is drawn under the brick while being cut. The cutting is done at the moment 
 when the traveling column of clay abuts against a stopping plate near the operator, 
 which starts the table to move with the column of clay. After the cut is made the 
 operator pulls the table toward him, enabling the wires to clear the end of the traveling 
 column of clay. The back stroke of the lever replaces the wires in their original 
 position and deposits the pallet of brick at the front of the table so that it can be 
 removed. 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Polished Plate 
 
 A short, polished plate, with a lubricating roller at each end, is substituted for the roller> 
 that are generally used to carry the column of clay from the die to the cutting table. 
 This is an improvement by which the cleaning of the sticky rollers is avoided. 
 
 Details of Construction 
 
 A device is supplied for oiling the side and bottom ot the bar of clay to prevent sticking. 
 The table is made entirely ot iron and steel, and all the working parts move on com- 
 pound anti-friction rollers. The push board is so constructed that the back of it is 
 clear, which prevents clay sticking to the wires and clogging. 
 
 Cutting Wires 
 
 The stopping plate is fastened to the push board. The cutting wires are held at the lower 
 end by lugs and at the upper end by spring bows, the loops ot the wires passing over 
 the lugs and the bows. By means of a suitable lever, furnished with the cutter, the 
 spring bows can be easily depressed, so that the wires can be quickly and instantly 
 removed or replaced. 
 
 Hand 
 
 This table can be constructed to deliver the brick on the right-hand or left-hand side, as 
 may be ordered. The illustration shows right-hand delivery. When ordering, state 
 whether right or left-hand is wanted and give spacing ot wires. 
 
 Special Service 
 
 When desired, the No. 5 table can be built to cut Roman brick. An extra charge is made 
 for this construction. Special No. 5 tables have also been made for cutting radial 
 chimney brick, hollow blocks, etc. 
 
 Weight 
 
 Weight of standard cutter, 750 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Extreme length 
 
 Width ^ 
 
 Height to top of W ire Holders 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Extreme size of Pallets 
 
 Size of Sills 
 
 6 ft. 0 in. 
 
 .4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 2 ft. 9 in. 
 
 5 ft. 8 in. 
 
 .34 in. x 10 in. x 7 g in. 
 . . 5 1 2 x 5 1 o x 5 It. 6 i n . 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 ^ OHIO 
 
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 American No. 1 Combination Cutting Table 
 
 The No. 1 Combination Table is adapted tor cutting drain tile, hollow building blocks, 
 fire-proofing, terra cotta lumber, etc. \\ hen brick, hollow ware or small tile are to be cut, suit- 
 able straight rollers are furnished, while for drain tile grooved rollers are supplied, with depres- 
 sions in them for one, two or three streams ol tile. All sizes of tile up to and including 5 inches 
 
 in diameter are cut and handled on the rollers; from 6 inches to 8 inches in diameter are cut 
 and handled in copper-lined or wooden troughs, which are made to fit the table. For large 
 hollow blocks an additional cutting frame of suitable size can be attached in place of the small 
 one usually supplied. A screw adjustment raises and lowers the table to any desired height. 
 Floor space, 2 feet 2 inches by 6 feet. 
 
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 American No. 6 Cutting Table 
 
 The American No. 6 Cutting Table is adapted for cutting side-cut brick, though it can be 
 arranged for end-cut and double wedge if desired. It is built with an iron frame, the top of 
 which forms tracks on which the cutting frame moves easily on grooved rollers. The abutment 
 plate is hinged, and after the cut is made the table is moved back, which releases the abutment 
 plate, allowing it to fall back out of the way of removing the brick, which is done before the 
 cutting frame is raised. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour Building Brick, 1,500 to 2,000 per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by the ability of the operator. Standard machine will cut side-cut 
 brick up to 5 inches by 9Y inches; maximum length of cut, 10 inches. Can be built to cut 
 Roman brick loY inches long. 
 
 Frame — Specifications 
 
 The carriage travels on two cast iron side frames, which act as tracks for rollers, being held 
 together by stretcher bolts. These frames also carry the oil pan and rollers tor sup- 
 porting the column ot clay. 
 
 Sills 
 
 The cutter is mounted on suitable wooden sills, making the cutter self-contained and easy 
 to handle in case the cutter is moved in and out ot position. 
 
 Weight 
 
 Standard cutter, 250 pounds. 
 
 Special for Roman Brick, 350 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all -1 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height over all 4 tt. 2 in. 
 
 Width over all 2 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Height from floor to Platens 2 ft. 4 in. 
 
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 Automatic I ile and Hollow Block Cutting I able 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS r 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Automatic Tile and Hollow Block Cutting Table 
 
 By the use of this Automatic File Cutter the expense ol a man to cut off is saved and you 
 have no stub ends to throw back into the machine. It is strong, durable, accurate, absolutely 
 automatic, and is a positive economy to buy it, as it will save its cost in less than a season. 
 The table will operate successfully with any of our Auger Machines. This table is made of iron 
 and steel. It sets close to the die and supports the tile column as soon as it leaves the machine. 
 It cuts any size tile from 3 to 8 inches, inclusive, and will cut as many tile in a day as any 
 machine on the market. The adjustment tew different sizes ot tile can be quickly made. All 
 ends are cut absolutely square. 
 
 The tile carriers, or troughs, may be detached and a set ol Hat pallet boards attached to 
 the table tor cutting hollow blocks. The table works equally as well on all sizes of hollow 
 blocks up to 8x8 inches. Standard length of cut is 13W inches. 
 
 Weight 
 
 1 ,()()() pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Height to bottom of Troughs. 
 
 .10 ft. 0 in. 
 .. .2 ft. 7 in. 
 
 . .6 ft. 9 in. 
 .2 ft. 6 3 4 in. 
 
 Large Automatic Cutting Table 
 
 We furnish a large table of the same design for cutting tile 10 inches and 12 inches in 
 diameter. Flat pallet boards may be attached to this table and used to cut hollow block as 
 large as 12x12 inches. Standard length of cut, 1 3^2 inches. 
 
 Weight 
 
 1,200 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 10 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Width 2 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Height over all 8 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Height to bottom of Troughs 2 ft. 1 1 1 -3 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 This cutter 
 
 American No. 320 Hand-Power Cutter for Hollow Ware 
 
 is designed for cutting hollow ware up to 6 inches by 12 inches flat 
 
 American No. 321 Hand-Power Cutter for Hollow Ware 
 
 This cutter is designed for cutting hollow' ware up to 12 inches In 16 inches flat 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 
 American No. 320 Hand-Power Cutter 
 
 This cutter is furnished with a standard top arranged to cut three 12-inch lengths of hollow 
 blocks. The top of the table is made of wood and steel lined. The side platens are wood, but 
 not metal lined. The side platens are held in position by adjustable cast iron brackets, making 
 it possible to vary the width between the platens to suit the width of the block being cut. 
 
 The table is furnished with an oil roller to lubricate the bottom of the column of clay, 
 and also oil rollers to lubricate the sides of the column. The side rollers being arranged to 
 adjust themselves to position according to the width of the column ot clay. 
 
 The standard top furnished with the No. 320 Cutter is ot sufficient size to permit cutting 
 6-inch by 12-inch block flat, or any 12-inch sizes not higher than 6 inches. If 8-inch by 8-inch 
 hollow blocks are to be cut without changing the length of the cut, the only change necessary 
 in the standard top would be to increase the height of the side platens. As these are made of 
 wood and attached to the cast iron brackets they can readily be changed on the plant and need 
 not be furnished from the factory. 
 
 Cutter for End-Cut Brick 
 
 The No. 320 Cutter can be used for cutting two-stream end-cut hollow brick nr solid brick, 
 but will require an extra top and extra wire fasteners for this use. 
 
 Cutter for Side-Cut Brick 
 
 The No. 320 Cutter can be used for cutting side-cut brick, but will require an extra top and 
 the necessary wire fasteners to space the wires according to the thickness of the brick. 
 When used tor a side-cut brick cutter, we do not advise attempting to cut more than 
 six brick at a time. 
 
 Cutter for Radial Chimney Blocks 
 
 The No. 320 Cutter can be used for cutting the radial chimney blocks, but will require 
 an extra top and wire fasteners for this use. The standard top for making chimney 
 blocks will permit cutting blocks as large as 7-inch by 12-inch or any sizes smaller. 
 In making chimney blocks the side platens are made special to lit the radial side ot the 
 block. The distance between the side platens can lie changed to suit the different 
 sizes of radial chimney blocks, and one top is all that is necessary unless there is a 
 change in the thickness of the blocks. 
 
 Cutter for Drain Tile 
 
 The No. 320 Cutter can be used for cutting single stream drain tile in sizes from 3-inch 
 to 8-inch, and for this purpose there would be three sets of copper-lined troughs, one 
 set for cutting 3-inch and 4-inch tile, one set for cutting 5-inch and 6-inch tile, and one 
 set for cutting 7-inch and 8-inch tile. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 American No. 321 Hand-Power Cutter 
 
 The No. 321 Cutter is built especially for use in handling the larger sizes of hollow ware. 
 The standard top furnished with this machine is designed to cut hollow block 12-inch by 16- 
 inch flat, or smaller sizes not higher than 12-inch. 3-inch by 12-inch, 4-inch by 12-inch and 8- 
 inch by 12-inch hollow blocks can be cut on edge. The space between the platens can be varied 
 to suit the width of the block. The table cuts three 12-inch lengths of hollow ware. 
 
 We do not recommend the No. 321 Cutter for making the smaller sizes of hollow ware, 
 such as 4-inch by 5-inch, 5-inch by 8-inch, etc., but it is a satisfactory table for cutting 8-inch 
 by 8-inch blocks. 
 
 Cutter for Chimney Block 
 
 The No. 321 Cutter can be used for cutting the radial chimney block in all sizes, but for 
 this purpose must be fitted with a special top and special curved side platens to con- 
 form to the radial side ol the block. Extra wire fasteners are required to permit 
 spacing the wires tor the proper thickness. 
 
 Cutter for Drain Tile 
 
 The No. 321 Cutter can be used lor cutting single stream drain tile in all sizes from 3-inch 
 to 12-inch, and tor this purpose would require extra copper-lined troughs for the top. 
 One set for 3-inch and 4-inch tile, one set lor 5-inch and 6-inch tile, one set for 7-inch 
 and 8-inch tile, one set for 9-inch and 10-inch tile, and one set for 11 -inch and 12-inch 
 tile. 
 
 Standard Off- Bearing Belt to Be Lsed with American No. 320 or No. 321 Cutter, When 
 Specified 
 
 The standard steel frame off-bearing table is 20 feet long, and is furnished with a 14-inch 
 4-ply belt, being of sufficient width to handle 12-inch blocks or the larger size radial 
 chimney blocks. The off-bearing belt is driven at the farther end away from the cut- 
 ting table, making it possible to raise and lower the end of the off-bearing belt at 
 the cutter to suit the size of the ware being made. Standard driving pulley 24 inches 
 diameter, 4 inches tace, speed 12 R. P. M., giving a speed of 29 feet per minute on 
 off-bearing belt. 
 
 Special Off-Bearing Belt for American No. 321 Cutter 
 
 When it is desired to manufacture 12-inch by 16-inch hollow blocks on the No. 321 Cutter, 
 it will also be necessary to have a special width of off-bearing belt if these blocks are 
 to be handled on a belt instead of taking them off at the end of the cutter. When 
 specified, we will furnish an off-bearing table 20 feet long, equipped with an 18-inch 
 4-ply belt. This special off-bearing belt is not required except to manufacture 12-inch 
 by 16-inch blocks and deliver them on the off-bearing belt. As a rule, these large 
 size blocks are not delivered on an off-bearing belt but are handled in a box direct 
 from the end of the cutter. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Counter-Shaft for Driving Off-Bearing Belt 
 
 It is usually necessary to drive the off-bearing belt on the cutter with a quarter-turn belt, 
 and tor this purpose we turnish a short counter-shaft with the necessary pulleys and 
 hangers as follows: 
 
 1 piece IJ-f-inch shaft 5 feet long. 
 
 2 lj-f-inch collars. 
 
 2 lEf-inch ball and socket drop hangers. 
 
 1 pulley 6 inches by 4 inches by 1 f§ inches. 
 
 1 pulley 24 inches by 4 inches by lyf inches. 
 
 This is our standard equipment for counter-shaft drive. Extra length of shaft, or additional 
 bearings, can be furnished to suit conditions in the plant, according to requirements. 
 
 Dimensions No. 320 Cutter 
 
 Length over all without Off-Bearing Table 7 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Length over all with Off-Bearing Table 29 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height over all 2 ft. 8*2 in. 
 
 Height to top of Table 1 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Weight without Oft-Bearing Table 775 pounds 
 
 Weight with Oft-Bearing Table and Driving Jack 2,050 pounds 
 
 Dimensions No. 321 Cutter 
 
 Length over all without Off-Bearing Table 8 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Length over all with Off-Bearing Table 29 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Width over all 4 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height over all 3 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height to top of Table 2 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Weight without Off-Bearing Table 900 pounds 
 
 Weight with Off-Bearing Table and Driving Jack 2,180 pounds 
 
 American No. 321 Hand-Power Cutter with Standard Off-Bearing Table 
 
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 American No. 346 Repress 
 Designed for Repressing Large Fire-Brick Shapes 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYRUS, OHIO, U. S.A. 
 
 The American Represses 
 
 Our line of represses is recognized throughout the country as a standard of value in the 
 brick trade. No other represses are so well designed and so carefully built. Their construction 
 insures long and excellent service and the quality of the brick manufactured will be better from 
 the fact that they are made on the “Built Right, Run Right” machinery. No matter what 
 capacity you desire, we can fully supply your wants. From the No. 346 Repress down to the 
 Hand-Power Represses we are prepared to place in your plant machinery that will satisfactorily 
 perform the work for which it is intended. Our represses are well designed, without unneces- 
 sary small parts and attachments to get out of order. The best quality of material is used. 
 The workmanship is all a model plant with modern tools, good material and competent and 
 careful workmen can insure. The machines are heavy, to insure great strength. The parts are 
 carefully fitted. The steel shafting is large. The gearing is ample and strong. The mold boxes 
 are carefully made and fitted, and the entire machine is such as to insure most satisfactory 
 service. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 3 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 346 Repress 
 
 This machine is designed lor repressing large fire brick shapes. 
 
 The construction of the press is high class in every detail. All wearing surfaces are large 
 and parts are easily accessible for adjustment or renewal. Ample provision is made for lubrica- 
 tion and wearing parts are well protected from dirt. The most simple mechanical movements 
 are used and the machine is built with the least number of parts possible. All working parts 
 are above the point where the pressing occurs, except the lower cross-head and bottom plungers. 
 
 The bricks are retained under pressure and moved in the mold box, allowing more time 
 for the re-arrangement ol the particles constituting the structure of the brick. The bottom 
 plungers are each provided with a powerful spring to regulate the pressure, and each brick is 
 pressed independent of the other. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Standard 1 Mi-inch Fire Brick, 1,200 to 1,800 per hour, using double mold box. 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which the machine is operated, size and kind of ware 
 being repressed, and by the ability ol the operators to handle the ware. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Main Frame 
 
 The main frame of this machine i- built up ol two heavy side frame castings, carrying the 
 shaft bearings on top, supporting the mold box in the middle and securely fastened at 
 the bottom to a heavy one-piece base, which receives the pressure. Two heavy 
 stretchers hold the side lrames together at the top. All joints are machined, accurately 
 fitted and securely bolted together, making a most rigid construction of ample weight 
 and strength to take all pressure strains and absorb vibrations. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The crank shaft is cast steel turned down to 8 inches diameter, and is fitted with counter- 
 weights to balance weight of working parts. The crank stroke is 14 inches. The 
 driving shaft is 4 inches diameter, the charger is 2 Lj inches diameter, and the driving 
 shaft on the off-bearing belt is 1 % inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The crank shaft bearings are 16 inches long. The driving shaft bearings are 12 inches long. 
 These are ring oiling bearings and well babbitted with the best metal for the service 
 required. 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are semi-steel. They are 2 inches pitch and 6 inches face. Master gear on crank 
 shaft is 47 : 4q inches diameter and the driving pinion is inches diameter. Ratio of 
 gears, 5 to 1 . Gears are covered with a sheet steel guard. Master gear is cast with a 
 counter-weight to permit stopping the press on the up stroke. 
 
 Connecting Rod 
 
 A single connecting rod is used between the crank shaft and the upper cross-head. This rod 
 is fitted with a cast iron sleeve, having a right and left-hand thread for adjusting the 
 length of the rod and regulating the thickness of the brick to be pressed. W hen prop- 
 erlv adjusted for thickness of the brick the sleeve is locked and cannot move to displace 
 the adjustment while operating. 
 
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 Mold Box 
 
 The mold box is cast iron with chilled and ground surfaces, which may be reground when 
 worn. Mold box is 11 inches deep and will press a block 9 inches thick; 16 inches by 
 8 :5 4 inches is the largest block that can be pressed in a standard double mold box, and 
 16 inches by 20 inches is the largest single block that can be pressed. 
 
 An adapter to take on the standard mold box of our No. 292 Repress and suitable upper 
 and lower pressure feet can be furnished with this machine. The No. 292 mold box 
 is 6 3 4 inches deep and will repress a block 5 ! 2 inches thick; 11 inches by 5 inches is 
 the largest block that can be pressed in double mold box, and 11 inches by 13 inches is 
 the largest single block that can be pressed. 
 
 Charger 
 
 The charger is operated from a crank pin on the master gear. This eliminates lost motion 
 and insures the correct placing of the brick in the mold box. The motion is easy and 
 permits of rapid work without damage to the finished product. Connecting rod on the 
 charger is fitted with a right and left-hand thread for proper adjustment, according 
 to the length of the brick. A flat charger running under a flat feeding table is fur- 
 nished with this repress. 
 
 Oil Tank 
 
 A cast iron oil tank is furnished with the repress and provided with pipes and valves to 
 deliver oil to the feeding table and oil roller. This tank is hung in brackets on the 
 main frame and may be easily lifted out at any time. 
 
 Off- Bearing Table 
 
 The machine is furnished with a standard steel frame off-bearing table 60 inches long, hav- 
 ing an endless leather off-bearing belt 22 inches wide. The off-bearing belt is driven 
 with a steel roller chain running on cut cast iron sprocket wheels, 1 -inch pitch; ratio, 
 3 to 1 . 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is furnished with a standard Bucyrus friction-clutch driving pulley, 42 inches 
 diameter, 8 inches face. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 50 R. P. M. to 75 R. P. M., according to capacity required and 
 kind of ware being pressed. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this repress will vary from 7 H. P. to 15 H. P., according to 
 capacity, kind of ware manufactured, and character of material used. 
 
 Weight - 
 
 23,050 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all 11 ft. iYi in. 
 
 Width over all 8 ft. 2 3 4 in. 
 
 Length over all, including Off-Bearing Table 10 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center of Driving Pulley 2 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Mold Box 4 ft. 1% in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to outer end of Feeding Table 4 ft. M in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to outer end of Off-Bearing 'Fable .6 ft. 3^2 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Pulley 8 ft. 4Y in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center of Driving Shaft 2 ft. As in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American No. 36.? Repress -Front View 
 
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 American No. 363 Repress Rear View 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 This machine is designed for repressing large and medium fire brick shapes. 
 
 The construction is high class in every detail . All wearing surfaces are large and parts are 
 easily accessible for adjustment or renewal. Ample provision is made for lubrication and wear- 
 ing parts are well protected from dirt. The most simple mechanical movements are used and 
 the machine is built with the least number of parts possible. All working parts are above the 
 point where the pressing occurs, except the lower cross-head and bottom plungers. 
 
 The bricks are retained under pressure and moved in the mold box, allowing more time for 
 the re-arrangement of the particles constituting the structure of the brick. The bottom plunger 
 is provided with a powerful spring to regulate the pressure. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Standard 1 3 'a- inch Fire Brick, 1,200 to 1,800 per hour, using double mold box. 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which the machine is operated, size and kind of ware 
 being repressed, and by the ability ol the operators to handle the ware. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Main Frame 
 
 The main frame of this machine is built up of two heavy side frame castings, carrying the 
 shaft bearings on top, supporting the mold box in the middle and securely fastened at 
 the bottom to a heavy one-piece base, which receives the pressure. Two heavy stretch- 
 ers hold the side frames together at the top. All joints are machined, accurately 
 fitted and securely bolted together, making a most rigid construction of ample weight 
 and strength to take all pressure strains and absorb vibrations. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The crank shaft is forged and turned to 6 inches diameter, and the crank stroke is 12 
 inches. The driving shaft is 3j/9 inches diameter, the charger shaft is 2 inches diameter, 
 and the driving shaft on the off-bearing belt is IN inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The crank shaft bearings are 16 inches long. The driving shaft bearings are 12 inches long. 
 These are ring oiling bearings and well babbitted with the best metal for the service 
 
 required. 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are semi-steel. They are 2 inches pitch and 8 inches face. Master gear on crank 
 shaft is 37 inches diameter anti the driving pinion is 9]d> inches diameter. Ratio of 
 gears, 4 to 1. Gears are covered with a sheet steel guard. Master gear is cast with a 
 counter-weight to permit stopping the press on the up stroke. 
 
 Connecting Rod 
 
 A single connecting rod is used between the crank shaft and the upper cross-head. This rod 
 is fitted with a sleeve, having a right and left-hand thread for adjusting the length of 
 the rod and regulating the thickness of the brick. When properly adjusted for thick- 
 ness of the brick the sleeve is locked and cannot move to disturb the adjustment while 
 operating. 
 
 Mold Box 
 
 The mold box is cast iron with chilled and ground surfaces which may be reground when 
 worn. Mold box is 9 inches deep and will press a block 7 inches thick; 18 inches by 
 iy 2 inches is the largest block that can be pressed in a standard double mold box 
 and 18 inches by 18 inches is the largest single block that can be pressed. 
 
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 BU CYRUS '!'■ OHIO 
 
 An adapter to take on the standard mold box of our No. 292 Repress and suitable upper 
 and lower pressure feet can be furnished with this machine. The No. 292 mold box is 
 6% inches deep and will repress a block 5% inches thick; 11 inches lry 5 inches is the 
 largest block that can be pressed in double mold box, and 11 inches by 13 inches is the 
 largest single block that can be pressed. 
 
 Charger 
 
 The charger is operated from a crank pin on the master gear. This eliminates lost motion 
 and insures the correct placing of the brick in the mold box. The motion is easy and 
 permits of rapid work without damage to the finished product. Connecting rod on the 
 charger is fitted with a right and left-hand thread for proper adjustment according to 
 the length of the brick. 
 
 Oil Tank 
 
 A cast iron oil tank is furnished with the repress and provided with pipes and valves to 
 deliver oil to the feeding table and oil roller. This tank is hung in the main frame and 
 may be easily lifted out at any time. 
 
 Off- Bearing Table 
 
 The machine is furnished with a standard steel frame off-bearing table 48 inches long, 
 having an endless leather off-bearing belt 18 inches wide. The off-bearing belt is 
 driven with a chain running on sprocket wheels, 1-inch pitch. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is furnished with a standard Bucyrus friction-clutch driving pulley, 30 inches 
 diameter, 8 inches lace. 
 
 Motor Drive 
 
 When required this press can be built for motor drive, using a direct-connected motor. 
 Either alternating or direct current. Slow-speed motor should be used. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed ot driving pulley, 50 R. P. M. to 75 R. P. M., according to capacity required and 
 kind of ware being pressed. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this repress will vary from 7 H. P. to 15 H. P., according to 
 capacity, kind of ware manufactured, and character of material used. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 14,000 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all 9 ft. in. 
 
 Width over all 7 ft. 9% in. 
 
 Length over all, including Off-Bearing Table 8 ft. 1 1 1 j in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center of Driving Pulley 19% in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Mold Box 3 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to outer end ot Feeding Table 3 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to outer end ol Off-Bearing Table 5 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Pulley 6 ft. 9 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYR D H I O 
 
 American No. 292 Repress 
 
 This machine is designed for repressing paving blocks, building brick, or lire brick. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Main frame of the American Xo. 292 
 Repress, cast in one piece. 
 
 Working parts of the American X T o. 292 
 Repress, located inside of the main frame. 
 
 Adjustable “V "-shaped guides for the cross-heads. These guides are bolted to the outside 
 of the main frame. They can be readily removed or adjusted to take up the wear. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYR US 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 292 Repress 
 
 The construction of the press is high class in every detail. All wearing surfaces are large 
 and parts are easily accessible for adjustment or renewal. Ample provision is made for lubri- 
 cation and wearing parts are well protected from dirt. The most simple mechanical movements 
 are used and the machine is built with the least number of parts possible. All working parts 
 are above the point where the pressing occurs, except the lower cross-head and bottom plungers. 
 
 The bricks are retained under pressure and moved in the mold box, allowing more time for 
 the re-arrangement of the particles constituting the structure of the brick. The bottom plungers 
 are each provided with a powertul spring to regulate the pressure, and each brick is pressed 
 independent oi the other. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Paving Block or Brick, 2,000 to 3,000 per hour, using a double mold box. 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which the machine is operated, size and kind of ware 
 being repressed, and by the ability of the operators to handle the ware. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Main Frame 
 
 The main frame of this machine is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft 
 top, supporting the mold box in the center, and having a heavy base to 
 pressure strains. 
 
 bearings on 
 receive the 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The crank shaft is hammered steel, turned down to -HA inches diameter. The crank stroke 
 is 8 inches. The driving shaft is 3 inches diameter, the charger shaft is 2 inches diam- 
 eter, and the driving shaft on the off-bearing belt is 1 'A inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The crank shaft bearings are 12 inches long. The driv ing shaft bearings are 9 inches long. 
 These are ring oiling bearings and well babbitted with the best metal for the serv ice 
 required. 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal. They are 1 14-inch pitch and 5-inch face. Master 
 gear on crank shaft is 30?^ inches diameter and the driving pinion is TJM inches diam- 
 eter. Ratio of gears, 4 to 1 . Gears are covered with a sheet steel guard. Master gear 
 is cast with a counter- weight to permit stopping the press on the up stroke. 
 
 Connecting Rod 
 
 A single connecting rod is used between the crank shaft and the upper cross-head. This rod 
 is fitted with a cast iron sleeve, having a right and left-hand thread for adjusting the 
 length of the rod and regulating the thickness of the brick to be pressed. When 
 properly adjusted for thickness of the brick the sleeve is locked and cannot move to 
 displace the adjustment while operating. 
 
 Mold Box 
 
 The mold box is cast iron with chilled and ground surfaces, which may be reground when worn. 
 Mold box is 6 : Tt inches deep anil will press a block inches thick; 11 inches by 5 
 inches is the largest block that can be pressed in a standard double mold box, and 11 
 inches by 13 inches is the largest single block that can be pressed. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Charger 
 
 The charger is operated from a crank pin on the master gear. This eliminates lost motion 
 and insures the correct placing of the brick in the mold box. The motion is easy and 
 permits of rapid work without damage to the finished product. Connecting rod on the 
 charger is fitted with a right and left-hand thread for proper adjustment, according 
 to the length of the brick. The illustration of the repress shows the “T” head charger 
 which is always furnished with the standard machine. The old-style flat charger, 
 running in under a fiat feeding table, can be furnished with this repress when so speci- 
 fied in the order. 
 
 Oil Tank 
 
 A cast iron oil tank is furnished with the repress and provided with pipes and valves to 
 deliver oil to the feeding table and oil roller. This tank is hung in brackets on the 
 main frame and may be easily lilted out at any time. 
 
 Off- Bearing Table 
 
 The machine is furnished with a standard steel frame off-bearing table 49^ inches long, 
 having an endless leather off-bearing belt 14 inches wide. The off-bearing belt is driven 
 with a steel roller chain running on cut cast iron sprocket wheels, 1-inch pitch, ratio 
 
 2 y 2 to i. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is furnished with a standard Bucyrus friction-clutch driving pulley, 30 inches 
 diameter and 6 A inches lace. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 100 R. P. M. to 125 R. P. M., according to capacity required and 
 kind ol ware being pressed. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate this repress will vary from 5 H. P. to 7 II. P., according to 
 capacity, kind of ware manufactured, and character of material used. 
 
 Weight 
 
 7,285 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all 7 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Length over all, including Off-Bearing Table 7 ft. If) 1 2 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center ot Driving Pulley 2 ft. 1% in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Mold Box 2 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to outer end ot Feeding Table 2 ft. 6'Tg in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to outer end ot Off-Bearing Table 5 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Pulley 5 ft. 4% in. 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center of Driving Shaft 1 ft. 6 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American Xo. 1 and No. 2 Hand-Power Brick Repress 
 
 There are few tactories where this hand-power repress would not be a great convenience. 
 For a few special brick, where they vary in size or shape, it will be found very convenient to 
 press them on the hand-power repress. This machine is compactly built and is extremely simple 
 and strong. It is made portable and can be moved about to different parts of the plant. It is 
 equally well adapted to stiff or soft-mud brick, and is capable of producing a fine grade of 
 brick, compact, perfectly square, of equal thickness, and with edges and corners clearly defined. 
 It is operated with one lever, which serves the double purpose of pressing the brick and ejecting 
 it from the mold. 
 
 The Xo. 1 press has a mold 5 inches deep, and the press w ill handle brick up to 9x9 inches. 
 
 Weight, 900 pounds. 
 
 The No. 2 press has a mold box 5 inches deep, and w ill press a block 12^x1 2% inches. 
 
 Weight, 1,300 pounds. 
 
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American No. 122 Paving Brick Rattler 
 
 On February 7, 1911, the National Paving Brick Manufacturers' Association, in session at 
 Louisville, Ky., adopted standard specifications tor a Paving Brick Rattler. The American 
 No. 122 Rattler is built in accordance with these standard specifications, which are now univer- 
 sally recognized throughout the country. 
 
 Weight 
 
 2,275 pounds. 
 
 Standard Specifications for Rattler Test on Paving Block 
 The Abrasive Charge 
 
 (a) The abrasive charge shall consist of two sizes of cast iron spheres. The larger size 
 shall be three and seventy-five hundredths (3.75) inches in diameter when new and shall weigh 
 when new approximately seven and five-tenths (7.5) pounds (3.40 kilos) each. Ten shall be used. 
 
 These shall be weighed separately after each ten (10) tests, and if the weight of any large 
 shot falls to seven (7) pounds (3.175 kilos) it shall be discarded and a new one substituted; 
 provided, however, that all of the large shot shall not be discarded and substituted by new ones 
 at any single time, and that so tar as possible the large shots shall compose a graduated series 
 in various stages ot wear. 
 
 The smaller size spheres shall be when new one and eight hundred seventy-five-thousandths 
 (1.875) inches in diameter and shall weigh not to exceed ninety-five-hundredths (.95) pounds 
 (0.430 kilos) each. Of these spheres so many shall be used as will bring the collective weight 
 ot the large and small spheres most nearly to three hundred (300) pounds, provided that no 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 small sphere shall be retained in use after it has been worn down so that it will pass a circular 
 hole one and seventy-five-hundredths (1.75) inches in diameter, drilled in a cast-iron plate one- 
 fourth (M) inch in thickness or weigh less than seventy-five-hundredths (.75) pounds (or .34 
 kilos). Further, the small spheres shall be tested by passing them over such an iron plate drilled 
 with such holes, or shall be weighed after every ten (10) tests, and any which pass through or 
 fall below specified weight, shall be replaced by new spheres, and provided, further, that all of 
 the small spheres shall not be rejected and replaced by new ones at any one time, and that so far 
 as possible the small spheres shall compose a graduated series in various stages of wear. At any 
 time that any sphere is found to be broken or detective it shall at once be replaced. 
 
 (b) The iron composing these spheres shall have a chemical composition within the fid- 
 lowing limits: 
 
 Combined carbon Not less than 2.50 per cent. 
 
 Graphitic carbon — Not more than 0.10 per cent. 
 
 Silicon — Not more than 1 per cent. 
 
 Manganese — Not more than 0.50 per cent. 
 
 Phosphorus- Not more than 0.25 per cent. 
 
 Sulphur— Not more than 0.08 per cent. 
 
 For each new batch ot spheres used the chemical analysis must be furnished by the maker, 
 or be obtained by the user, before introduction into the charge, and unless the analysis meets 
 the above specifications, the batch ot spheres shall be rejected. 
 
 The Brick Charge 
 
 The number of brick per charge shall be ten (10) for all bricks of the so-called “block 
 sizes” whose dimensions tall between from eight (8) to nine (9) inches in length, three (3) and three 
 and three-fourths (3%) inches in breadth and three and three-fourths (3%) and four and one- 
 fourth MM) inches in thickness. No block should be selected tor test that would be rejected 
 by any other requirements of the specifications. 
 
 The brick shall be clean and dried for at least three (3) hours in a temperature of one 
 hundred (100) degrees Fahr. before testing. 
 
 Speed and Duration of Revolutions 
 
 The rattler shall be rotated at a uniform rate of not less than twenty-nine and one-half 
 (29)4) nor more than thirty and one-hall (30)4) revolutions per minute, and eighteen hundred 
 (1,800) revolutions shall constitute the standard test. 
 
 A counting machine shall be attached to the rattler for counting the revolutions. A margin 
 of not to exceed ten (10) revolutions will be allowed for stopping. Only one (1) start and stop 
 per test is regular and acceptable. 
 
 The Results 
 
 The loss shall be calculated in percentage of the original weight of the dried brick compos- 
 ing the charge. In weighing the rattled brick any piece weighing less than one (1) pound shall 
 be rejected. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYRUS, OHIO, U. S. A. 
 
 Dry and Wet Pans 
 
 To the exacting buyer of Dry and Wet Pans our line appeals strongly, because of the supe- 
 riority of design and excellence of material and workmanship, all of which are features that are 
 of the greatest importance in the permanent satisfactory operation of pans. The capacity of a 
 pan depends largely upon its design and construction, and the distinctive features embodied 
 in our line of pans have given them a greater capacity than others and have insured more work- 
 ing hours per pan with fewer delays and repairs than can be had from other styles of pans. We 
 have been generous in the design of each pan, our line being the heaviest on the market. The 
 feature should be given special consideration, as a lighter- weight pan is necessarily much cheaper 
 and should not be compared with our heavy, durable and efficient machines. 
 
 The heavy side frames are substantially tied together at the top by the cross-beam, in the 
 center by tie-bars and also on the floor line. The shafting is large and of steel. The gears are 
 of special design and excellent quality. The bearings are long and well babbitted. The mullers 
 are heavy, adjustable and removable. The screen plates are made of special iron. The step is 
 of our approved type and the complete pan is one that can be depended upon under more than 
 ordinary circumstances. All joints are carefully machined and fitted and bolts are made secure 
 by lock nuts. The vertical shaft and nmller shafts are secured by large removable bearings, 
 which make it possible to remove any of these shafts or the mullers without disturbing the 
 balance of the pan. The gearing is kept to its full efficiency by our device for taking up any 
 possible wear, which insures a perfect mesh of the teeth at all times. 
 
 For preparing successfully many kinds of fire clay and shale used tor making clay products, 
 dry or wet pans are a necessity. The wet pans are particularly adapted for handling material 
 in moist condition, while for use in dry pans it should be practically dry, so that when ground, 
 it will readily pass through the screen plates without clogging. The power is applied to the 
 driving shaft of the pan which causes the main shaft and pan to revolve rapidly and, in turn, 
 communicate motion to the crushing mullers. These mullers revolve on the nmller shafts, 
 holding them in position, but do not travel around the pan. As the material is thrown into the 
 rapidly-revolving pan, centrifugal motion tends to throw it to the outside of the pan, where it 
 encounters the scrapers or plows, which in turn throw il under the revolving mullers. In our 
 dry pans this operation is repeated until the material is fine enough to sift through the screen 
 plates in the bottom of the pan. Below the revolving pan should be arranged either a wooden 
 platform or a second stationary pan to catch the material as it falls through the screen plates, 
 arranged with an opening communicating with the boot of an upright bucket elevator. To the 
 arms which hold the screen plates in position are bolted steel scrapers or wings, which catch the 
 material as it drops through the screen plates onto the platform or stationary pan and convey 
 it to the discharge opening, where it drops into the boot of the bucket elevator. The elevator 
 catches the clay and conveys it to a screen, either stationary or revolving, which screens the 
 clay and deposits it in a suitable bin ready for use. The tailings, or portions of material not 
 fine enough to pass through the screen, are returned to the dry pan and reground. 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 I O 
 
 CLAY MACHINERY 
 . BUCYRUS.OHIO. 
 
 American No. Ten-Foot Dry Pan Always Furnished With 
 Sole Plate and Side Braces 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American Standard Dry Pans 
 
 Description 
 
 The Dry Pan is a machine designed for crushing, grinding and screening hard clay, shale 
 and similar material preparatory to the manufacture of brick and other clay products. 
 
 In the construction of the American pans only the best material is used and skilled labor 
 employed. Each pan is erected complete and is carefully inspected before leaving the factory. 
 The pan is dismantled for shipment and the parts are carefully marked, so that no trouble or 
 delay is experienced in erecting the pan at the brick works, and no filing, chipping or drilling is 
 necessary to make the parts fit properly in erecting it. 
 
 The American Standard Dry Pans are built in six sizes: The No. 339 Ten-Foot Pan; No. 
 57 Heavy Duty Nine-Foot Pan, designed for grinding the hardest class of material ; the Standard 
 Nine-Foot Pan, for ordinary clay or shale; Standard Eight-Foot, Seven-Foot, and Five-Foot 
 Pans tor smaller capacities. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The capacity of a dry pan is governed by the nature and condition of the material being 
 ground and the degree of fineness required. 
 
 Pan Frame 
 
 The pan frame consists of two heavy “A ’’-shaped side frames with a heavy top cross frame 
 securely bolted to broad bearing surfaces on the top of the side frames. At the front and 
 back of the frame, just above the rim of the pan and passing through each side frame, are 
 two square tie -bars. These bars are slotted where they pass through the side frames, 
 and through these slots substantial tapered keys are driven. This construction securely 
 locks the frame, both top and bottom. Both the side frames and the top cross-beam 
 are heavy and made in proportion to stand the strain to which they are subjected. 
 The joints are accurately and carefully made, and all bolts are fitted with lock nuts. 
 
 Shafts — 
 
 The vertical shaft is hammered steel, forged in our own factory and turned to the proper 
 diameter for bearing and wheel fit. The driving shaft and muller shafts are cold rolled 
 steel. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 Bearings are long and well babbitted with the best grade of babbitt metal for the purpose. 
 The 8 and 9-foot dry pans are fitted with a heavy cast iron bracket, bolted to the side 
 frame of the pan to provide an outboard bearing for the driving shaft. The 7 and 5-foot 
 dry pans are not furnished with the outboard bearing. 
 
 Step Bearings 
 
 The step bearing of the vertical shaft is one of the special features in the American Dry 
 Pan. It consists of two chilled plates, between which is placed a hard phosphor bronze 
 disc. These plates are placed in an oil chamber, with ample arrangement for keeping 
 the step supplied with oil. The bottom chill plate is constructed so that it is self- 
 adjusting, by which means the face of these plates are always at a perfect right angle 
 with the vertical shaft, insuring a perfect and even wearing surface, and preventing 
 heating due to unequal wearing on the chilled plates. This dry pan step bearing is the 
 result of many years’ experience and gives universal satisfaction. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 ^ . .. .. . 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 57 Nine-Foot Dry Pan for Heavy Duty Always Furnished 
 with Sole Plate and Side Braces 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are made of a special mixture ot American gear metal. They are well propor- 
 tioned and of ample strength for the service required. 
 
 Base 
 
 The base, or hub, of the dry pan is a heavy one-piece casting keyed to the vertical shaft. 
 The top of the casting is machined smooth, to receive the muller plates. The arms 
 supporting the screen plates are securely bolted to the base and the pan rim is bolted 
 to the end of the arms. 
 
 Muller Plates and Screen Plates 
 
 The muller plates and screen plates are made of a special mixture of iron, which we find 
 gives long and satisfactory service. Either six or eight plates required for each pan, 
 according to the diameter. The actual number of openings in the screen plates are as 
 great as can be secured and retain the proper strength in the casing. The standard 
 size screen plate, always furnished unless otherwise specified, has openings }g inch wide. 
 
 Scrapers 
 
 The scraper holders are attached to the tie-bars, one on each side of the pan. The scrapers 
 are hung on swivel joints, and may be hung at any angle desired. They can also be 
 lowered when worn. The scrapers are provided with face plates made of our special 
 mixture of iron. These face plates are made interchangeable and reversible, making it 
 possible to use all four surfaces, and thus prolonging their usefulness. When the 
 scraper plates are worn out they can be readily removed and new plates substituted, 
 at a small cost, without the necessity of Inning a whole scraper. 
 
 Mullers 
 
 The mullers are supported on steel shafts, which are independent ot each other. The ends 
 of these shafts are provided with shoes which move in guides in the frame and in the 
 shroud encircling the vertical shaft. The independent muller construction makes either 
 muller removable without disturbing the other, and also makes it possible to set the 
 mullers close to the vertical shaft, thus increasing the screening surface. The muller is 
 a heavy casting, fitted with a hard, white iron tire, secured with white pine wedges. 
 This tire is readily removed when worn. Each muller is fitted with a sleeve, forming 
 the bearing on the shaft, and this bearing is supplied with oil from a reservoir inside 
 of the muller. A chilled disc is fitted on the shaft to take the end thrust of the muller, 
 and the space between the muller sleeve and the shoe on the muller shaft is fitted with 
 split collars, which are readily removable at any time it may become necessary to make 
 repairs. The ends of the muller shaft are supported by heavy steel springs, which may 
 be set in such a position that the mullers are close to, but do not touch, the muller 
 plates when the dry pan is empty. The space between the mullers and the muller 
 plates can be adjusted to suit the material to be ground. 
 
 Driving Pulleys — 
 
 Each pan is fitted with a friction-clutch driving pulley, of the proper size in proportion to 
 the work to be performed. 
 
 Speed 
 
 The speed of the driving pulley will vary under different conditions, according to the nature 
 of the material being ground. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate the dry pan will vary under different conditions, and is governed 
 largely by the nature of the material being ground. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 
 Standard 
 
 No. 57 Heavy 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 No. 339 
 
 Duty 
 
 Sta ndard 
 
 Standard 
 
 Standard 
 
 Standard 
 
 IQ-ft. Dry Pan 
 
 9-ft. Dry Pan 9- 
 
 ft. Dry Pan 8 - 
 
 ft. Dry Pan 7- 
 
 •ft. Dry Pan 5- 
 
 ft. Dry Pan 
 
 Rated capacity per hour in tons 
 
 . . 10 to 15 
 
 5 to 10 
 
 5 to 10 
 
 3 to 8 
 
 2 to 6 
 
 1 to 4 
 
 Diameter of Vertical Shaft 
 
 . .8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 6 7 -s in. 
 
 634 in. 
 
 6 in. 
 
 434 in. 
 
 Diameter of Driving Shaft 
 
 . .4 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 3 1 £ in. 
 
 334 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 Diameter of Muller Shaft 
 
 . .5 in. 
 
 5 in. 
 
 3*f in. 
 
 3 1 5 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Driving Shaft. . . 
 
 . . 10 and 12 i 
 
 in . 10 and 12 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 11 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Vertical Shaft. . 
 
 . . 13 in. 
 
 13 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 16 in. 
 
 1034 in. 
 
 103 x in. 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Disc in Step Bearing 10 in. 
 Diameter of Chilled Disc in Thrust Bear- 
 
 10 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 4J g in. 
 
 ing on Muller Shafts 
 
 . . 10 1 4 in. 
 
 1 0 3 4 in. 
 
 8 3 ^ in. 
 
 834 in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 
 Diameter of Bevel Gear 
 
 . . 84 1 o in. 
 
 84 1 '2 in. 
 
 6 P 4 in. 
 
 56 in. 
 
 47 ! 4 in. 
 
 44 in. 
 
 Diameter of Bevel Pinion 
 
 . . 16 3 4 in. 
 
 16 3 4 in. 
 
 1 2 3 s in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 1 1 3 8 in. 
 
 87-8 in. 
 
 Face of Gear and Pinion 
 
 . .8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 7J4 in. 
 
 6 3 4 in. 
 
 534 in. 
 
 Pitch of Gear and Pinion 
 
 . , 2 3 4 in. 
 
 2h in- 
 
 2 3 4 in. 
 
 2 3 4 in. 
 
 234 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 Ratio of Gear and Pinion 
 
 . . 5 to 1 
 
 5 to 1 
 
 5 to 1 
 
 4 to 1 
 
 4.1 to 1 
 
 5 to 1 
 
 Diameter of Mullers 
 
 . . 54 in. 
 
 54 in. 
 
 48 in. 
 
 44 in. 
 
 40 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 Face of Mullers 
 
 .13 in. 
 
 13 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 834 in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 Thickness of W hite Iron Muller Tires.. 
 
 -3 A in. 
 
 3 5 8 in- 
 
 3 3 4 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 3^ in. 
 
 2 A in. 
 
 Weight of each Muller and Accessories 
 
 . . 8,277 lbs. 
 
 8,277 lbs. 
 
 5,200 llis. 
 
 4,100 lbs. 
 
 3,775 lbs. 
 
 1,750 lbs. 
 
 Length of Muller Sleeve 
 
 . . 28 3 g in. 
 
 28 3 8 in. 
 
 18 1 s in. 
 
 18 1 8 in. 
 
 11 3 4 in. 
 
 11 in. 
 
 Distance center to center of Mullers. . . 
 
 . . 46 1 2 in. 
 
 46 1 2 in- 
 
 46 in. 
 
 363g in- 
 
 32 3 4 in. 
 
 24? 8 in. 
 
 Thickness of Muller Plates 
 
 .MW in. 
 
 2 1 2 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 1 3 4 in. 
 
 1 3 4 in. 
 
 1 34 in. 
 
 Width of Muller Plates 
 
 . . 16 in. 
 
 16 in. 
 
 13 in. 
 
 1 1 1 2 in. 
 
 10 3 4 in. 
 
 8 3 g in. 
 
 Number of Muller Plates required 
 
 . .8 
 
 8 
 
 8 
 
 6 
 
 6 
 
 6 
 
 Width of Screen Plates 
 
 . . 28 3 4 in. 
 
 22 3 4 in. 
 
 25 in. 
 
 23 1 o in. 
 
 19 3 4 in. 
 
 1 3 ?4 in. 
 
 Number of Screen Plates required 
 
 . .8 
 
 8 
 
 8 
 
 6 
 
 6 
 
 6 
 
 Number of Arms required to support 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Screen Plates 
 
 8 
 
 8 
 
 8 
 
 6 
 
 6 
 
 6 
 
 Thickness of Steel Pan Rim 
 
 • • 3 8 in. 
 
 3 8 in- 
 
 rs in. 
 
 rs in. 
 
 A in. 
 
 A in. 
 
 Number of sections in Rim 
 
 . .3 
 
 3 
 
 3 
 
 3 
 
 2 
 
 2 
 
 Depth of Pan 
 
 1 1 in. 
 
 11 in. 
 
 1 1 34 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 934 in. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 Diameter of Friction - Clutch Driving 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pulley 
 
 . . 48 in. 
 
 48 in. 
 
 48 in. 
 
 42 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 Face of Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 . . 14 in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 Speed of Driving Pullev R. P. M 
 
 . . 125 to 150 125 to 150 
 
 125 to 150 
 
 100 to 120 
 
 100 to 120 
 
 100 to 125 
 
 Power required 11. P 
 
 . . 50 to 60 
 
 30 to 50 
 
 20 to 40 
 
 20 to 30 
 
 15 to 20 
 
 10 to 15 
 
 Average weight 
 
 ..50,500 lbs. 46,650 lbs. 
 
 31,250 lbs. 
 
 23,980 lbs. 
 
 15,940 lbs. 
 
 9,950 lbs. 
 
 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 
 
 
 Length over all 
 
 17 ft. 2 AT i 
 
 n. 15 ft . 1 0 1 4 in 
 
 . 14 ft. 34 in 
 
 . 11 ft. 1 in. 
 
 10 ft. 4 in. 
 
 8 ft. 1 34 in. 
 
 Width over all 
 
 10 ft. 
 
 9 ft. 8 in. 
 
 9 ft. 6 in. 
 
 8 ft. 1 in. 
 
 7 ft. 2 in. 
 
 5 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length from center of Pan to center 
 
 of 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Driving Pullev 
 
 . .7 ft. 1 34 
 
 in. 6 ft. 3 in. 
 
 6 ft. 3 in. 
 
 4 ft. 7 in. 
 
 4 ft. 3 in. 
 
 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length from center of Pan to end 
 
 of 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Driving Shaft on Pulley side 
 
 Oo 
 
 .T 
 
 in. 8 ft. 3 in. 
 
 8 ft. 334 in 
 
 . 6 ft. 7 3 4 in. 5 ft. 4 34 in 
 
 . 4 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Height over all 
 
 .12 ft. 5 in. 11 ft. 3 in. 
 
 10 ft. 11 in 
 
 . 9 ft. 9 in. 
 
 8 ft. 10/4 in. 
 
 7 ft. 1 1 '4 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Pan Rim . . 
 
 • .2 ft. 2 3 g 
 
 in. 2 It. 2 3 8 in 
 
 . 2 ft. 1 1 1 2 in. 
 
 , 2 ft. 10 4 in 
 
 . 2 ft. 834 in 
 
 . 1 ft. 1 1 f s in 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Shaft 
 
 . .9 ft. 3 in 
 
 . 9 ft. 3 in. 
 
 8 ft. 11 in. 
 
 8 ft. 11 in. 
 
 7 ft. 43g in 
 
 . 6 ft. 5 1 2 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 
 BU CYRUS OHIO 
 
 Unless otherwise specified all dry pans are built to drive according 
 to Figure 10 shown in the above illustration. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American Seven-Foot and Five-Foot Dry Pan 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Motor Drive for Pans 
 
 Detail ol superior features of our motor 
 drive for pans. Note the many points of 
 excellence to secure long life, easy, noiseless 
 operation and complete satisfaction. 
 
 OIL 
 
 RESERVOIR 
 
 American Nine-Foot Dry Pan with Direct-Connected Motor 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Motor Drive for Pans 
 
 Our method of mounting motors for driving wet and dry pans by means of gears has proven 
 very successful in practice. The motor is rigidly supported and there is a bearing on both sides 
 of the gear and pinion, insuring correct mesh and permanent alignment. This is correct practice 
 when using motors of the size required for these machines when the pinion is mounted on the 
 motor shaft, and we will not deviate from this method. The cut steel gear and fibroid 
 pinion run in oil and are entirely enclosed, reducing wear to the minimum. 
 
 It will be noted that a motor having an extended shaft and an outboard or third bearing is 
 essential. Preference should always be given to the slow-speed motors and the maximum speed 
 named should never be exceeded. When alternating current is used the slip-ring type of motor 
 is required. When direct current is used a constant- speed compound -wound motor is required 
 and preference should be given to the inter-pole type. 
 
 We recommend Motors tor our Pans as follows: 
 
 No. 339 Ten-Foot Dry Pan, 75 H. P. Motor, 514 R. P. M. 
 Xo. 57, Nine-Foot Dry Pan, 50 H. P. Motor, 514 R. P. M. 
 Standard Nine-Foot Dry Pan, 35 H. P. Motor, 720 R. P. M. 
 Standard Eight-Foot Dry Pan, 35 H. P. Motor, 720 R. P. M. 
 
 Standard Seven-Foot Dry Pan, 25 H. P. Motor, 720 R. P. M. 
 
 Standard Five-Foot Dry Pan, 20 H. P. Motor, 900 R. P. M. 
 
 No. 57 Nine-Foot Wet Pan, 75 II. P. Motor, 514 R. P. M. 
 No. 335 Eight-Foot Wet Pan, 75 H. I 5 . Motor, 514 R. P. M. 
 Standard Nine-Foot Wet Pan, 50 H. P. Motor, 514 R. P. M. 
 Standard Eight-Foot Wet Pan, 35 H. P. Motor, 720 R. P. M. 
 
 Standard Seven-Foot Wet Pan, 35 H. P. Motor, 720 R. P. M. 
 
 Standard Five-Foot Wet Pan, 25 H. P. Motor, 720 R. P. M. 
 
 The space allowed for the pinion on the motor shaft between the motor and the outer or 
 third bearing is as follows: On the No. 339 Ten -Foot Dry Pan, No. 57 Nine- Foot Pan, 
 Standard Nine-Foot Pan, and No. 335, Eight-Foot W et Pan is 13 inches. On the Eight-Foot 
 Pan and Seven-Foot Pan it is 10 inches and on the Five-Foot Pan it is 7 inches. 
 
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 Parts of Pan Step 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American Standard Pan Step 
 
 The accompanying cuts illustrate the under side ot our pan “base”; also stub end of shaft 
 and different parts of our Standard Step. "H” is the grinding base of pan, which has a deep 
 recess bored in the bottom to receive the large end ol the stub “I,” which is turned and faced 
 to fit the recess. The large flange ol " 1 ” has four slots, as shown, which correspond with four 
 slots in the bottom of base to admit four large bolts to hold the “stub” in position, and affords 
 quick means for removing the bolts when it is necessary to remove the stub. In the illustration 
 “I” is shown bolted to “H.” “I” is also shown separate. The hammered steel vertical shaft 
 
 enters the base “11" from the upper side, the end resting on the stub “I,” and is securely 
 keyed to the base “H.” The small end of this stub is turned and faced. In the bottom is a 
 square socket which fits over the square projection on the upper chilled disc “A.” The upper 
 surface of “A” is faced off, so as to form a true bearing for the lower end of the stub “I” to 
 rest on. The lower surface of chilled disc “A” is chilled and ground perfectly true. This sur- 
 face rests on the upper surface of the bronze disc “B.” The square projection of “A” fitting 
 into the square socket of the stub causes “A" to revolve with the pan base “H.” Both sides 
 of the bronze disc “B” are faced true and scraped to a uniform thickness. The lower surface 
 of the bronze disc rests on the upper ground surface of the lower chilled disc “C.” This disc 
 is made of the same material as disc “A,” and both have oil channels cast in the laces to insure 
 oil passing between the surface of the discs and the bronze disc. The lower disc is provided 
 with a square projection on the underside similar to the one shown on “A.” This projection fits 
 loosely in a square socket cast in the bottom ot the step casting “F.” This prevents the chilled 
 disc “C” from turning. The bottom surface of the square projection of “C” is rounded and 
 rests on the flat bottom of the base casting “F.” This permits the chilled disc “C” to rock or 
 equalize itself so that the entire rubbing surface of the different discs rest on their entire con- 
 tact surface. 
 
 Bolted to “F” is a wearing collar “D.” The joint between these is faced off smooth and 
 made male and female, so as to hold “D” in a central position. The hole in the collar “F” is 
 bored to fit the small end of the stub “I,” and keeps the pan base “II” and vertical steel shaft 
 
 in alignment. When this collar “D” wears it can be removed. In the side of the base plate 
 
 “F” is cast a slot cutting through from the outside to the cavity which holds the discs. Inserted 
 in this slot is a filler “E.” This filler “E” holds the bronze disc in a central position. This 
 filler is so located that by moving it the bronze disc “C” can be removed without disturbing 
 the other portions of the step, except the cover “G," which is bolted with cap-screws to the 
 side of the base “F.” The design of the step is such that the discs run in a bath of oil, which 
 is fed into the step by a pipe leading from the collar “D” to the outside of the pan frame, or 
 leg. There is a hole drilled in the side of the base plate “F” and closed with a pipe plug, 
 
 which plug can be removed, and by running water through the oil pipe the step can be washed 
 
 clean. 
 
 When it is necessary to remove the bronze disc, base “H" is simply raised with jack-screws 
 to relieve the weight from the disc, which can then be removed and a new one inserted, if 
 necessary. The base of the step rests on wood blocks, so arranged that they can be unbolted 
 and removed; then the entire step will drop down sufficiently to permit the removal of all parts 
 of the step, including the step casting, without molesting any part of the pan. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 Machining Pan Frames to Make Secure Joints 
 
 Planing Joints on a Pan Cross-Frame 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY 
 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 Nine-Foot Wet Pan Base Casting 
 
 View of Pan Erecting Floor, Bucyrus Factory 
 
 COMPANY 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Extra Heavy Wet Pan — American No. 335 
 
 The American No. 335 pan has been developed to meet the demands for a heavier and 
 stronger machine than the standard patterns. An idea of its ability to stand hard usage may 
 be had when we state that two of them have been in operation 24 hours daily for almost two 
 years, that they weigh in excess of 60,000 pounds without motor and that only the best mate- 
 rials for the purpose are used throughout their construction. 
 
 W hen arranged tor motor drive, using direct-connected motor, as here illustrated, we recom- 
 mend the use of a 75 H. P. 3-bearing motor operating at 514 R. P. M. If alternating current 
 is used we advise use of slip-ring type motor. 
 
 We use a wide face cut steel gear on drive shaft with rawhide pinion on motor shaft for 
 connecting motor to pan. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 Each pan is erected complete in the factory and before dismantling for shipment each part 
 is carefully fitted, marked and inspected so that no fitting is necessary to erect it in the field, 
 thereby avoiding unnecessary delay and trouble. 
 
 Note 
 
 This pan is built either belt driven or motor driven. The belt-driven pan is standard and 
 will be furnished unless otherwise specified. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The capacity is governed by the size and nature of the material to be prepared, the degree 
 of fineness and the amount of mixing and tempering required. 
 
 Side Frames 
 
 The side frames of this machine are heavy one-piece castings, tied together by the cross- 
 beam and by two 2x5-inch steel tie-bars. The bearing surtace on each side frame where 
 it fits onto the cross-beam is 30x33 inches and ten 1-inch bolts with lock nuts are used 
 in each. The bearing surface on the foundation is 24 inches by 72 inches. Four 
 lM-inch anchor bolts fasten each side frame to the foundation and also clamp the tie- 
 bar to side frames. 
 
 Cross-Beam 
 
 The cross-beam is a heavy one-piece casting carrying the shaft bearings and forming a th- 
 at the tops of the side frames, making a rigid and heavy construction to withstand all 
 strains and absorb vibrations. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The vertical shatt is made of hammered steel, forged and turned to the proper diameters 
 for bearing and wheel fits. The muller yoke and shafts are forged in one piece and 
 accurately turned to size for bearings and fit. The driving shaft is made of cold rolled 
 steel. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The driving shaft is provided with ring oiling bearings 14 inches long. The outboard is a 
 one-piece A frame casting extending full length from driving shaft to foundation. 
 The vertical shatt bearings are self-oiling, and 24 inches long. All ot these bearings 
 are babbitted with the best grade of metal for the purpose. 
 
 The self-aligning and self-oiling step bearing is 14 inches diameter and consists of a phosphor 
 bronze disc between two polished chilled iron plates immersed in oil. 
 
 The thrust bearings on muller shaft are 10H inches diameter. 
 
 Gearing 
 
 The gearing is made ot American gear metal and well proportioned for the serv ice required. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Base 
 
 I lie base is a heavy one-piece casting designed with deep reinforcing ribs and having a 
 bearing on the vertical shaft of 22 inches. The top of the base is machined smooth to 
 receive the muller and wearing plates. 
 
 Muller and Wearing Plates 
 
 The muller plates are made of white cast iron and afford a hard, durable grinding surface. 
 The wearing plates are made of hard cast iron. 
 
 Pan Un loader 
 
 The unloader is our standard plow type, which is hinged and can be raised or lowered by 
 means ot a lever. W hen lowering for discharging the toe of plow rests on the pan 
 bottom and the clay is forced upward and discharged over the edge of the rim. When 
 not in use it can be raised and held out of the way. 
 
 Scrapers 
 
 The scrapers are so placed that the material is constantly turned and thrown under the 
 mullers, insuring perfect grinding, mixing and tempering. These scrapers are all made 
 of white cast iron and the two outer scrapers are provided with removable toe pieces of 
 the same material. Swivel holders clamped to the tie -bars allow the scrapers to be 
 adjusted to suit conditions. 
 
 M ullers 
 
 The mullers are heavy, cast iron rolls fitted with hard, white cast iron tires secured with 
 white pine wedges. This tire is readily removed when worn. Each muller is fitted 
 with a sleeve, forming the bearing on the muller shaft, and provided with a pair of 
 chilled discs to take the end thrust. 
 
 Rim 
 
 The outer rim is made up of three steel plates accurately fitted and bolted to the pan base. 
 Riveted to the inside of the outer rim are three steel plates forming an inner wear- 
 resisting surface of great durability. These inner plates are 1 inch thick. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Each pan if belt driven is fitted with a cast iron driving pulley equipped with Bucyrus 
 type friction-clutch of ample proportion to handle the load. 
 
 Power — 
 
 Power to operate this wet pan will vary with the nature of the material to be ground and 
 tempered. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Specifications 
 
 Rated capacity per hour, in tons 
 
 Diameter of Vertical Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Driving Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Muller Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearing on Driving Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearing on Vertical Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Disc in Step Bearing 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Disc in Thrust Bearing on Muller Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Bevel Gear 
 
 Diameter of Pinion 
 
 Face of Gear and Pinion 
 
 Pitch of Gear and Pinion 
 
 Ratio of Gear and Pinion 
 
 Diameter of Mullers 
 
 Face of Mullers 
 
 Thickness of White Iron Muller Tires 
 
 Weight of Mullers and Shaft complete 
 
 Length of Muller Sleeve 
 
 Distance center to center of Mullers 
 
 Width of Muller Plates 
 
 Thickness of Muller Plates 
 
 Number of Muller Plates required 
 
 Thickness of Pan Rim 
 
 Thickness of Pan Rim Lining 
 
 Number of sections in Pan Rim 
 
 Number of sections in Pan Rim Lining 
 
 Depth of Pan 
 
 Diameter of Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 Face of Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley, R. P. M 
 
 Power required, H. P 
 
 Average weight 
 
 . 3 t< 
 
 7 
 
 . . . .8 
 
 in. 
 
 4 
 
 in. 
 
 .... 5 
 
 in. 
 
 .131-2 
 
 in. 
 
 . . .24 
 
 in. 
 
 .14 
 
 in. 
 
 . If)’ 4 
 
 in. 
 
 . 85 
 
 in. 
 
 14 
 
 in. 
 
 8 
 
 in. 
 
 ■■ 2 % 
 
 in. 
 
 . . 6 to 1 
 
 54 
 
 . .1434 
 
 4 
 
 20,050 1 
 
 28 
 
 19 
 
 . 3 
 
 4 
 
 1 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 IS. 
 
 n. 
 n. 
 n. 
 n . 
 .8 
 n. 
 n. 
 . 3 
 3 
 n. 
 n. 
 
 .12 
 . 60 
 12 in. 
 1 70 
 
 .50 to 75 
 60,150 lbs. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 18 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Width over all 8 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length from center of Pan to center of Driving Pulley 7 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Length from center of Pan to end of Driving Shaft Pulley side 9 ft. 9 3 4 in. 
 
 Height over all 15 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Pan Rim 2 1 ■> in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft 7 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Height from bottom of Step to floor line 4 ft. 1J4 in. 
 
 Height from bottom of Step to top of Rim 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 American Nine-Foot and Eight-Foot Wet Pan Equipped With 
 Standard Hand Unloading Shovel 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Description 
 
 The wet pan is a machine designed for tempering clay, shale or similar material after same 
 has been prepared in a dry pan or crusher preparatory to the manufacture of brick and other 
 clay products. 
 
 In the construction of the American pans only the best material is used and skilled labor 
 employed. Each pan is erected complete and is carefully inspected before leaving the factory. 
 The pan is dismantled for shipment and the parts are carefully marked, so that no trouble or 
 delay is experienced in erecting the pan at the brick works, and no filing, chipping or drilling is 
 necessary to make the parts fit properly in erecting it. 
 
 The American Standard Wet Pans are built in four sizes: 9 feet, 8 feet, 7 feet and 5 feet 
 
 diameter. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The capacity of a wet pan is governed by the nature and condition ot the material being 
 tempered. 
 
 Pan Frame 
 
 The pan frame consists of two heavy “A” shaped side frames, with a heavy top cross- 
 frame securely bolted to broad bearing surfaces on the top of the side frames. At the 
 front and back of the frame, just above the rim of the pan and passing through each 
 side frames, are two square steel tie-bars. These bars are slotted where they pass 
 
 through the side frames, and through these slots substantial tapered keys are driven. 
 
 This construction securely locks the frame both top and bottom. Both the side frames 
 and the top cross-beam are heavy and made in proportion to stand the strain to which 
 they are subjected. The joints are accurately and carefully made, and all bolts are 
 fitted with lock nuts. 
 
 Shafts 
 
 The vertical shaft is hammered steel, forged in our own factory, and turned to the proper 
 diameter for bearing and wheel fit. The driving shaft and muller shafts are cold rolled 
 steel. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 Bearings are long and well babbitted with the best grade of babbitt metal for the purpose. 
 The 8- and 9-foot wet pans are fitted with a heavy cast iron bracket, bolted to the side 
 frame of the pan to provide an outboard bearing for the driving shaft. The 7- and 5- 
 foot wet pans are not furnished with the outboard bearing. 
 
 Step Bearing 
 
 The step bearing of the vertical shaft is one of the special features in the American Wet 
 Pan. It consists of two chilled plates, between which is placed a hard phosphor bronze 
 disc. These plates are placed in an oil chamber, with ample arrangement for keeping 
 the step supplied with oil. The bottom chill plate is constructed so that it is self- 
 adjusting, by which means the face of these plates are always at a perfect right angle 
 with the vertical shaft, insuring a perfect and even wearing surface, and preventing 
 heating due to unequal wearing on the chilled plates. Phis wet pan step bearing is the 
 result of many years’ experience, and gives universal satisfaction. 
 
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 Gearing 
 
 The gears are made of a special mixture of American gear metal. They are well propor- 
 tioned and of ample strength for the service required. 
 
 Base 
 
 The base of the wet pan is a heavy circular casting keyed to the vertical shaft. The top 
 of the casting is machined smooth, to receive the nmller plates and wearing plates. 
 
 Muller Plates and Wearing Plates 
 
 The muller plates and wearing plates are made of a special mixture of iron, which we find 
 gives long and satisfactory service. 
 
 Scrapers 
 
 The scraper holders are attached to the tie-bars, one on each side of the pan. The 
 scrapers are hung on swivel joints, and may lie hung at any angle desired. They can 
 also be lowered when worn. A pair ot plows, or scrapers, is placed near the center of 
 the pan. These plows turn the material and throw it to the outside edge of the pan, 
 where the outer scrapers again turn it and throw it under the mullers. This frequent 
 turning insures more thorough mixing and tempering. 
 
 Unloading Shovel 
 
 For discharging the material from the pan a long handled shovel is furnished. The shovel 
 is operated on a swivel supported on the tie-bar, and may be placed on either side of 
 the pan to suit conditions. This shovel is made with a steel blade, which may lie 
 readily renewed when worn. 
 
 Mullers 
 
 The mullers are supported on steel shafts, which are independent of each other. The ends 
 of these shafts are provided with shoes which move in guides in the frame and in the 
 shroud encircling the vertical shaft. The independent muller construction makes either 
 muller removable without disturbing the other. The muller is a heavy casting, fitted 
 with a hard white iron tire, secured with white pine wedges. This tire is readily 
 removed when worn. Each muller is fitted with a sleeve, forming the bearing on the 
 shaft, and this bearing is supplied with oil from a reservoir inside of the muller. A 
 chilled disc is fitted on the shaft to take the end thrust of the muller, and the space 
 between the muller sleeve and the shoe on the muller shaft is filled with split collars, 
 which are readily removable at any time it may become necessary to make repairs. 
 The ends of the muller shaft are supported by heavy steel springs, which may be set 
 in such a position that the mullers are close to, but do not touch, the muller plates 
 when the pan is empty. The space between the mullers and the muller plates can be 
 adjusted to suit the material to be tempered. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Each pan is fitted with a friction-clutch driving pulley of the proper size in proportion to 
 the work to be performed. 
 
 Speed 
 
 The speed of the driving pulley will vary under different conditions, according to the nature 
 of the material being tempered. 
 
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 THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required to operate the wet pan will vary under different conditions, and is governed 
 largely l>y the nature of the material being tempered. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Rated capacity per hour in tons 
 
 Diameter of Vertical Shalt 
 
 Diameter ot Driving Shalt 
 
 Diameter of Muller Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearings on Driving Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Disc in Thrust Bearing on Mul 
 
 1 . 57 Heavy 
 Duty 
 
 Standard 
 
 Standard 
 
 Standard 
 
 Standard 
 
 t. Wet Pan 9- 
 
 -ft. Wet Pan 
 
 S-ft. Wet Pan 
 
 7-ft. Wet Pan 
 
 5-ft. Wet Pan 
 
 4 to 8 
 
 4 to 8 
 
 3 to 7 
 
 2 to 5 
 
 1 to 3 
 
 8 in. 
 
 6 7 s in. 
 
 C>A in. 
 
 6 in. 
 
 4 5 fj in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 3A in. 
 
 3 7 4 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 5 in. 
 
 3jf in. 
 
 3 A in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 10 and 12 in, 
 
 . 10 in. 
 
 11 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 13 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 16 in. 
 
 10 > 2 in. 
 
 10 1 s in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 4 7 8 in. 
 
 10 1 4 in. 
 
 8 A in. 
 
 8 A in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 
 , 84 1 •> in. 
 
 61 '4 in. 
 
 56 in. 
 
 47 1 T in. 
 
 44 in. 
 
 . 16 3 4 in. 
 
 1 2 3 s in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 1 1 3 8 in. 
 
 8% in. 
 
 .8 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 7 1 9 in. 
 
 6 A in. 
 
 5 Yi in. 
 
 , 2 3 4 in. 
 
 2 ii in. 
 
 2 3 4 in. 
 
 2 1 4 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 . 5 to 1 
 
 5 to 1 
 
 4 to 1 
 
 4.1 to 1 
 
 5 to 1 
 
 . 54 in. 
 
 48 in. 
 
 44 in. 
 
 40 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 .7 in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 7 in. 
 
 5 in. 
 
 ■ 3 5 s in. 
 
 3 3 4 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 3M in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 . 7,677 lbs. 
 
 4,380 lbs. 
 
 3,300 lbs. 
 
 2,820 lbs. 
 
 1,625 lbs. 
 
 28 3 s in. 
 
 18 1 8 in. 
 
 18 1 g in. 
 
 1 1 3 4 in. 
 
 11 in. 
 
 72 in. 
 
 72 in. 
 
 44 in. 
 
 63 in. 
 
 41 in. 
 
 . 2 1 9 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 1 3 4 in. 
 
 D'S in. 
 
 1 1 9 in. 
 
 16 in. 
 
 13 1 2 in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 10 3 4 in. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 Number of Muller Plates required 8 
 
 Thickness of Steel Pan Rim 3 8 in. 
 
 Number of sections in Rim 3 
 
 Depth of Pan 11 in. 
 
 Diameter of Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 48 in. 
 
 Face ot Friction-Clutch Driving Pulley 14 in. 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley R. P. M 150 to 175 
 
 Power required II. P 30 to 50 
 
 Average weight 49,560 lbs. 
 
 8 
 
 A >n. 
 
 3 
 
 12 in. 
 
 48 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 150 to 175 
 30 to 50 
 33,920 lbs. 
 
 6 
 
 ts in. 
 
 3 
 
 12 in. 
 
 42 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 120 to 140 
 20 to 40 
 26.540 lbs. 
 
 6 
 
 ts in. 
 
 2 
 
 9 ' 4 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 120 to 140 
 15 to 30 
 19,240 lbs. 
 
 in. 
 
 6 
 
 _3_ 
 
 16 
 2 
 
 9 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 8 in. 
 
 100 to 125 
 
 10 to 20 
 11,250 lbs. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 15ft.l0f^in. 14 ft. 1 2 in. 11 ft. 1 in. 10 ft. 4 in. 8 ft. 1 1 2 in. 
 
 Width over all 9 ft. 8 in. 9 ft. 6 in. 8 ft. 1 in. 7 ft. 2 in. 5 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length from center ot Pan to center of Driving 
 
 Pulley 6 ft. 9 1 s in. 6 ft. 3 in. 4 ft. 7 in. 4 ft. 3 in. 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length from center of Pan to end of Driving Shaft on 
 
 Pulley side 8 ft. 3 1 2 in. 8 ft. 3p£ in. 6 ft. 7J4 in. 5 ft. 4 A in. 4 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Height over all 11 ft. 3 in. 10 ft. if in. 9 ft. 9 in. 8 ft. 1 0 J 2 in. 7 ft. 1 1 1 2 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Pan Rim 2 ft. 2 3 g in. 3 ft. 0 in. 2 ft. 101 2 in. 2 ft. 8 A in. 1 tt. 11 % in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft 9 ft. 3 in. 8 ft. 11 in. 8 ft. 11 in. 7 ft. 4 }A in. 6 ft. 5 3d in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 American Seven-Foot and Five-Foot Wet Pans Arranged for 
 Hand Unloading Shovel 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Unless otherwise specified all wet pans are built to drive according to 
 Figure 2 shown in above illustration. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRU S 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Eight-Foot Wet Pan with Direct-Connected Motor and 
 Mechanical Unloader 
 
 American Mechanical Unloader is not furnished with the wet pan unless especially ordered 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Eight-Foot Wet Pan with Direct-Connected Motor and Standard Hand 
 
 Shovel for Unloading 
 
 The standard hand shovel for unloading is always furnished 
 with the wet pan unless the mechanical unloader is ordered 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Mechanical Unloader for American Wet Pans 
 
 American Wet Pans may be equipped with the American Mechanical Unloader, which 
 enables the operator to unload the pan rapidly while in motion. The unloader is well and 
 substantially built and is a thoroughly practical appliance. The illustrations show the position 
 of the unloader when in the pan in position to unload, also the position when at rest out of the 
 pan while the material is being thoroughly mixed or ground. 
 
 The mechanical unloader is not furnished with the pan unless especially ordered. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS Alt £ 
 
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 Mechanical Unloader for American Wet Pans, Raised for Mixing 
 
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 American Eight-Foot Duplex Wet Pan (Patented 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 American No. 87 Piano Wire Screen 
 
 The American No. 87 Piano W ire Screen 
 is a very successful and economical screen for 
 screening clay, sand and similar material. It 
 has been thoroughly tried and tested and gives 
 splendid results. It will screen more material 
 at less expense and will require less room to 
 install than any other screen as yet invented. 
 As the name implies, the screen is made of 
 heavy steel piano wires. These wires are 
 strung on a strong, substantial frame. The 
 wires are drawn to a high tension and are 
 firmly secured so that they cannot slip. One 
 piece ot wire will string two wires on the 
 screen, as the wire is looped over an iron plug 
 at one end, and the two ends of the wire are 
 secured to a strong set screw at the opposite 
 end ol the screen. The wires can be drawn 
 to any tension required. At each end of the 
 frame the wires are drawn over a heavy rod, 
 which is threaded to suit the space required 
 between the wires. The wires lay in the threads 
 cut in these rods, and by cutting the rods with 
 larger or smaller threads, the openings between 
 the wires can be arranged to suit the conditions 
 under which the screen is to be used. Our stan- 
 dard construction allows of an inch space 
 between the wires, and this we find will screen 
 
 American No. 87 Piano Wire Screen da >' sufficiently fine for all general purposes, and 
 
 at the same time give a good capacity. I hreaded 
 rods are also placed in the middle of the 
 screen to prevent the wires from spreading apart. The screen is usually set at an angle of about 
 45 degrees, and it is generally set so that the angle of the screen can be readily changed if it 
 becomes desirable to do so, owing to the condition of the clay. The screen should be set so that 
 the elevator delivers the clay to a spreading board at the top of the screen and not directly 
 on to the wires of the screen. By using the spreading board the clay is delivered to the screen 
 constantly and is evenly spread over the entire surface, so that it screens more rapidly. There 
 are no cross wires in this screen and consequently no tendency to clog, if the clay is damp. 
 The American No. 87 Piano Wire Screen is 2 feet 6 inches wide by 6 feet long, and under ordi- 
 nary conditions will screen sufficient clay for 3,000 to 5,000 bricks per hour. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 “ D H I O 
 
 Gravity Screens 
 
 The most simple method of screening clay is by the use ot the gravity screens, which may 
 be made of perforated sheet steel plates or woven-wire cloth. The size of screen may be built 
 to suit requirements. 
 
 We are prepared to furnish perforated sheet steel plates or woven-wire cloth according to 
 your requirements. 
 
 Method of Setting American No. 87 Piano Wire Screen 
 
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The American Clay Hachinery Company 
 
 BUCYRUS, OHIO, U. S.A. 
 
 American Bucket Elevator and Boot with 
 Adjustable Dust-Proof Bearings 
 
 Our elevators are specially designed for conveying ground 
 clay from the dry pan to the screen in the upper part of the 
 building. In the construction of our bucket elevators we use a 
 belt two inches wider than the buckets. This makes it impossi- 
 ble tor the buckets to drag and catch on the sides and pull off 
 the belt. The buckets when attached to the belt are 18 inches 
 from center to center. 
 
 In the construction of the elevator boot, which is made of 
 iron and steel, we do not use a solid drum, as experience has 
 shown that the clay will accumulate on the drum and have a ten- 
 dency to make the belt travel to one side, causing it to rub on 
 the side ot the boot. We use a double-arm spider pulley in place 
 of a drum. 1 his makes it impossible for the clay to accumulate 
 and interfere with the correct travel of the belt. The boot is 
 fitted with adjustable take-up boxes, and these boxes are provided 
 
 with a special stuffing box, which 
 prevents the dirt or dust from work- 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The elevator boot, as a general thing, is located in a pit where it is inconvenient to inspect, 
 consequently it receives as little attention as it is possible to give it. With our special arrange- 
 ment for supplying oil to the bearings in connection with the stuffing box, our elevator boot will 
 give long and satisfactory service. 
 
 We furnish all elevator fixtures, boot, belt, buckets, head shaft, bearings, gears, and driving 
 pulley. Each elevator is carefully inspected before shipment. 
 
 Construction 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This elevator is made ot selected material. The boot is made up of cast iron sides and steel 
 plates. Spanner rods hold the side frames in correct position. The bearings are ample 
 and enclosed. A clean-out door is provided. Adjustable take-up boxes and spider drum 
 are improved features. Belting is of good quality and buckets are made of malleable 
 iron. 
 
 Shafting 
 
 Diameter of head shaft, 2 inches. Diameter of driving shaft, 2 inches. Diameter of foot 
 shaft, 2 inches. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 Length of head shaft bearings, 5}- 4 inches. Length of foot shaft bearings, 5J4 inches. 
 
 Pulleys 
 
 Diameter of head pulley, 24 inches. Diameter of foot spider, 20 inches for small buckets, 
 and for large buckets 24 inches. 
 
 Straight Gear 
 
 On the straight-geared elevator the gear is 20.5 inches diameter, 3.5 inches face, 1.25 inches 
 pitch. Pinion, 7.25 inches diameter. Gear ratio, 3 to 1. 
 
 Bevel Gear 
 
 On the bevel-geared elevator the gear is 21.25 inches diameter, 3.5 inches face, 1.25 inches 
 pitch. Pinion, 7.25 inches diameter. Gear ratio, 3 to 1. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 This elevator is furnished with driving pulley 24 inches diameter, 6 inches face. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 113 R. P. M. Speed of elevator belt, 236 feet per minute. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRU S 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Cup Spacing 
 
 The standard spacing of cups is 18 inches centers. 
 
 Cups — 
 
 Standard cups are Style A malleable iron and are furnished in the following sizes: 8 inches 
 x5 inches, 10 inches x 6 inches, 12 inches x 7 inches, 14 inches x 7 inches, 16 inches x 8 
 inches, 18 inches x 8 inches. 
 
 Dimensions for Standard Cup Elevator 
 
 Width of head over all — Straight Gear 6 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Length of head over all — Straight Gear 5 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Width of head over all — Bevel Gear 4 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length of head over all — Bevel Gear.. 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height above center of Head Shaft 2 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Width of Boot over all 3 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length of Boot over all 3 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Boot 1 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length from center of Elevator to center of Driving Pulley — Straight Geared 2 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Length from center of Elevator to end of Driving Shaft on Pulley end - 
 
 Straight Geared 4 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Belting 
 
 Steel Housing for Elevators 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 326 Tile Elevator 
 
 I his elevator is especially designed tor conveying tile, pipe and hollow ware from one floor 
 to another. 
 
 I he construction of this elevator is such that it the operator on the upper floor fails to 
 remove the ware it simply passes on over and comes down on the other side. The dry ware 
 may be lowered from the upper floors at the same time the green ware is being elevated to the 
 upper floors. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Construction - The driving head is made up of two cast iron 
 one-piece gear frames which support the head sprockets, gears and 
 driving pulley. 
 
 The adjustable take-up bearings which carry the sprockets at the 
 lower end are made of cast iron and are of our heavy pattern. The 
 chain carrying the trays is extra heavy with links of the pintle type. 
 
 We furnish the elevator complete except the wood frame, which 
 must be made to suit conditions. 
 
 The standard length of elevator is 20 feet center. 
 
 Shafting All shafting is steel, 2 inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings -All bearings are babbitted; the driving shaft and head 
 shaft bearings are 4 inches long, the take-up bearings are 3 inches long. 
 
 Trays — -The trays are made of wood, with cleats at each end to 
 rest on hangers. Size of trays, 16 inches wide, 24 inches long, and 
 will take on 12-inch ware. The hangers are made with 24-inch drop 
 spaced 48 inches apart. 
 
 Gearing -Cast iron, 23^-inch face, 1-inch pitch; pinion, 4 x /i 
 inches diameter; gear, 26^ inches diameter. Ratio, 6 to 1. 
 
 Chain Sprocket Wheels Cast iron, 24^2 inches diameter. 
 
 Driving Pulley This elevator is furnished with a tight and loose 
 pulley, 24 inches diameter, 4 1 ■> inches face. 
 
 Speed — Speed of driving pulley, 60 R. P. M. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 01 2 in. 
 
 Height from center of Head Shaft 2 ft. 3% in. 
 
 From center of Take-1 Jp Shaft to floor 3 ft. 7 in. 
 
 From center of Elevator to center of Driving Pulley .3 ft. in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Style “C” 
 Elevator Bucket 
 
 Waste Clay or Wet Clay Elevator 
 
 Waste- clay elevators are, as a rule, used for elevating the 
 clippings and imperfect brick from the cutter and off-bearing 
 table. They are delivered to a conveyor, which conveys them to 
 the pug mill. 
 
 The illustration shows one style ot the head of a bevel- 
 geared waste-clay elevator with swivel attachment. This attach- 
 ment makes it possible to stand the elevator at an angle to suit 
 conditions and adjust the driving shaft so that it is level with the 
 shaft it is to be driven from. This elevator is also made with 
 the head pulley driven with spur gears, similar to our style “B” 
 conveyor. 
 
 The frame consists of angles well braced and tied together, 
 the side members extending above the head pulley or spider so 
 that it can rest against a timber of the building. These side 
 members also extend below the foot take-up pulley and are sup- 
 plied with hinged foot castings to be fastened to the floor. To 
 the side frames are bolted small bearings to receive the gudgeons 
 of wood rollers which are placed at intervals to support the belt. 
 This belt is provided with style “C” elevator buckets, which are 
 designed to handle plastic clay. They are made so as to form a 
 shelf at right angle with the belt, the ends being closed by the 
 metal being bent and riveted to the parts, thus forming a 
 triangle. 
 
 The height of these elevators is made to suit conditions. 
 Our standard waste-clay elevator is provided with 16-inch belt 
 and 14-inch buckets. Our standard wet -clay elevator is pro- 
 vided with 18-inch belt and 16-inch buckets. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Concentrating Roll; Idler Roll; Guide Rolls 
 
 Detail of Bearings 
 
 American No. 315 Steel Frame Conveyors 
 
 The American No. 315 Conveyors are designed for heavy service and are built with sub- 
 stantial steel frames. They are equipped with concentrating rolls, which form the belt into a 
 trough, preventing the clay from dropping off in transit. These conveyors are built two stand- 
 ard sizes, 18-inch and 24-inch width of belt. The length can be made to suit requirements. 
 These conveyors can be furnished either straight or bevel geared. 
 
 Steel Frame — 
 
 For lengths up to and including 150 feet, the steel frame for this conveyor is built of 4-inch 
 channels, securely braced with steel lattice bars, 2 p 2 x }/£ inches, and tied together by 
 24-inch stretcher rods, with 1-inch pipe spacers between channels. For lengths over 
 150 feet, 6-inch steel channels are used. 
 
 Driving End — 
 
 The bearings for the head shaft and driving shaft are bolted to the steel frame. In the case 
 of the bevel-gear drive, a swivel arrangement is provided so that the conveyor can be 
 set at an angle. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Take-Up End — 
 
 Castings carrying steel guides for the take-up bearings are bolted to the lower end ot the 
 steel frame. The sliding bearings are adjusted by means of screws with hand wheels. 
 The amount of take-up is made in proportion to the length ot the conveyor. 
 
 Gearing — 
 
 All gears are made of a special mixture of American gear metal and are well proportioned 
 for the service required. 
 
 Concentrating Rolls — 
 
 Concentrating rolls are spaced 4 feet apart, and consist of outside cone pulleys 12 inches 
 in diameter, loose on a 1-inch shaft, with center pulleys 6 inches in diameter set- 
 screwed on the shaft. The cone pulleys are provided with a pocket filled with waste 
 soaked with oil for lubrication. 
 
 Idler Rolls — 
 
 From the lower side of the conveyor frame are suspended idler rolls for supporting the 
 returning belt. These idler rolls are 6 inches diameter set-screwed to a 1-inch shaft, 
 and are spaced 10 feet from each end of conveyor and 18 feet apart. 
 
 Guide Rolls — 
 
 Vertical guide rolls are mounted on each side of the frame, 10 feet from each end and 30 
 feet apart, to keep the belt in line. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 All bearings for the driving and take-up ends are long and well babbitted with the best 
 grade of metal for the purpose, and are ring oiling. The bearings for the concentrating 
 and idler rolls are hardwood blocks soaked with oil and set in dust-proof casings, 
 which form an oil reservoir. The guide rolls are provided with oil reservoirs and dust- 
 tight caps. 
 
 Driving Pulleys — 
 
 These conveyors are equipped with Bucyrns cast iron friction-clutch driving pulleys of ample 
 proportion to transmit the power required. 
 
 Conveyor Belts — 
 
 All conveyor belts are 6-ply red stitched canvas. These conveyors can be furnished without 
 belts if required. 
 
 Speed of Conveyor Belt — 
 
 The standard speed for the conveyor belt is 200 feet per minute. 
 
 Power Required — 
 
 The power required will vary with the length and width of conveyor, the weight of the 
 material and the height to which it is elevated. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Concentrating Belt Conveyor Style D 
 
 This conveyor is designed for handling clay, sand, ore and other materials in the most 
 advantageous manner. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Dependent upon speed and width of belt. 
 
 Range in Sizes 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This conveyor is manufactured in both light and heavy patterns, dependent upon the 
 length of conveyor, the width of belt to be used and the work to be accomplished. 
 The range in width of belt is from 10 inches to 36 inches. The light-weight pattern is 
 suitable for belt widths from 10 inches to 20 inches. The heavy-weight pattern is 
 adapted for belts from 18 inches to 36 inches. 
 
 Equipment 
 
 The equipment furnished with light-weight conveyors includes a suitable wooden framework, 
 but in the heavy conveyors the iron work only is furnished to be installed according 
 to our drawings. 
 
 The materials shown in the accompanying illustration, referred to in the order in which 
 they appear from front to back of the group, are: 
 
 1. The two take-up boxes. 
 
 2. The return idler pulleys, bearings and grease cups. 
 
 3. Seven sets of troughing or concentrating rolls, with stands mounted. 
 
 4. Three pairs of retaining rolls, showing grease cup connections and showing the 
 
 position in which they are mounted with relation to the troughing rolls, their 
 purpose being to retain the conveyor apron in its position on the carrying rolls. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 Fixtures 
 
 Fixtures for both light and heavy-weight pattern conveyors include tight and loose driving 
 pulleys. 
 
 Driving shaft, with bearings and set collars. 
 
 Spur or bevel-geared driving mechanism. 
 
 Adjustable take-up boxes. 
 
 Head pulley, with shaft and bearings. 
 
 Foot pulley, with shaft and bearings. 
 
 Concentrating rolls, spaced 4 feet apart. 
 
 Return rolls. 
 
 Retaining or guide rolls, spaced 8 feet apart. 
 
 Conveyor belt of size and kind specified. 
 
 Long Lengths 
 
 This type of conveyor is well adapted for making up in long lengths, and in some stone 
 crushing and mining establishments they are made up to 600 or 700 feet in length. 
 The entire apparatus is designed for durability and will require very little attention 
 and but few repairs. 
 
 Oiling System 
 
 Each idler pulley is supplied with a large grease cup, which holds a sufficient amount of 
 lubricant for many days’ service. 
 
 Pulley, Speed, Power and Weight - 
 
 These conveyors we will furnish with suitable pulley, dependent upon the size and length 
 of belt. The speed of pulley is governed by the capacity required and the material to 
 be handled. The power required and the weight are also dependent upon the length 
 of the conveyor and the amount of material being handled. Estimates for any particu- 
 lar installation will be furnished upon application. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Style “A” Steel -Frame Conveyor 
 
 The American Style “A” Steel-Frame Conveyor is built in two standard sizes, 18 inches in 
 width and 24 inches in width. The length of the conveyor may be made to suit requirements. 
 These conveyors are built with a substantial steel frame and they are light, strong and durable. 
 They are equipped with concentrating rolls which form the belt into a trough carrying the clay 
 in the center of the belt and preventing the clay from dropping off at the sides of the belt 
 in transit. 
 
 Steel Frame — 
 
 The steel frame 
 braced with 
 
 Specifications 
 
 for the conveyor is built of angles 
 a lattice work of steel. 
 
 3x2%x% 
 
 inches. 
 
 These are securely 
 
 Driving End 
 
 The head gearing frame is bolted to the steel frame and contains the bearings for the head 
 shaft, the driving shaft and pedestal bearings for one concentrating roll. Bearings for 
 the head shaft and driving shall on the 18-inch conveyor are 3% inches long, and on 
 the 24-inch conveyor 4 inches long. The head pulley on the 18-inch conveyor is 1 1 
 inches diameter, and on the 24-inch conveyor 16 inches diameter. Head shaft and 
 driving shaft on the 18-inch conveyor are 1% inches diameter, and 2 inches diameter 
 on the 24-inch conveyor. 
 
 Gearing — 
 
 Gears are made of American gear metal. On the 18-inch conveyor the master gear is 16% 
 inches diameter, 2 inches face and 1% inches pitch. The driving pinion is 5 }^ inches 
 diameter. On the 24-inch conveyor the master gear is 20% inches diameter, 3 inches 
 face and 1 1 § inches pitch. The pinion is 6% inches diameter. Ratio of gearing on 
 18-inch conveyor, 3.2 to 1. Ratio of gearing on 24-inch conveyor, 3 to 1. 
 
 Gearing for Bevel -Geared Conveyor 
 
 When the conveyors are arranged for bevel-geared drive, the master gear on the 18-inch 
 conveyor is 18 inches diameter, 3 inches face, 1% inches pitch. The pinion is 8 inches 
 diameter. On the 24-inch conveyor the master gear is 21% inches diameter, 3% inches 
 face, 1% inches pitch. The pinion is 7% inches diameter. Ratio of gearing on 18- 
 inch conveyor, 2% to 1. Ratio of gearing on 24-inch conveyor, 3 to 1. 
 
 Take-Up Pulley 
 
 At the lower end of the frame is bolted a take-up bearing in which is mounted the foot 
 pulley or reel, constructed of cast iron spiders and steel slats. The diameter of the 
 take-up pulley on the 18-inch conveyor is 11 inches; diameter of take-up pulley on the 
 24-inch conveyor, 16 inches. Diameter of shaft on 18-inch conveyor, 1% inches; 
 diameter of shaft on 24-inch conveyor, 2 inches. Length of take-up bearing, 3%. 
 Length of take-up, 8 inches on 18-inch conveyor, and 7% inches on 24-inch conveyor. 
 
 Concentrating Rolls — 
 
 The concentrating rolls are spaced three feet apart. These rolls are mounted on shafts 1 
 inch in diameter. The outside or cone pulleys are 10 inches diameter. These cone 
 pulleys are loose on the shaft and turn with the belt. The center pulleys, which sup- 
 port the center of the belt, are keyed to the shaft and are 3% inches in diameter. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS^^P OHIO 
 
 Head Pulley of Steel-Frame Conveyor 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS ^ 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Pedestal Bearings for Concentrating Rolls 
 
 The pedestal bearings for the concentrating rolls are cast iron. They are made in the shape 
 of the letter U. The concentrating roll shafts rest in these bearings and they are cov- 
 ered with a dust-proof cast iron cap. These bearings are made for lubricating with 
 grease. The dust-proof cap can be removed and the bearings filled w r ith grease, which 
 will run for a long period of time without being renewed. 
 
 Idler Rollers 
 
 The lower side of the conveyor frame is equipped with idler rollers, suspended in suitable 
 bearings. These idler rollers are for supporting the belt on the under side of the con- 
 veyor. They are spaced 20 feet apart. The idler rolls are inches diameter, 
 
 mounted on 1-inch shaft. They are supported in substantial bearings, arranged to 
 be lubricated with grease. 
 
 Driving Pulleys — 
 
 The conveyors are fitted with plain driving pulleys, and on the 18-inch conveyor the driving 
 pulley is 16 inches diameter, 4 inches face, and the speed is 100 R. P. M. When the 
 conveyor is bevel geared the speed is 70 R. P. M. The driving pulley on the 24-inch 
 conveyor is 24 inches diameter, 6 inches face, and the speed is 78 R. P. M. On con- 
 veyors longer than 75 feet the driv ing pulley is 24 inches diameter, 8 inches face. 
 
 Speed of Conveyor Belt 
 
 When operating at the speeds given above the 18-inch conveyor belt travels 89 feet per 
 minute. The 24-inch conveyor belt travels 106 feet per minute. 
 
 General 
 
 The conveyors may be furnished complete without belt if required, or may be furnished 
 with either 4-ply or 6-ply belt, as may be specified. The 18-inch conveyor, when built 
 more than 50 feet in length, is built on the same specifications as a 24-inch conveyor, 
 using the same head gearing, driving pulley, etc. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height of Belt above top of Side Rail 
 
 Clearance required below top of Side Rail 
 
 Distance from center of Conveyor to center of Driving Pulley.. . . 
 
 Distance from center of Conveyor to end of Driving Shaft 
 
 Distance from center of Head Shaft to center of Driving Pulley — 
 
 Bevel Geared 
 
 Distance from center of Conveyor to center of Driving Shaft - 
 
 Bevel Geared 
 
 Width over Steel Frame 
 
 Width over all — Straight Geared 
 
 Width over all — Bevel Geared 
 
 Width of Belt 
 
 Length of Conveyor, as may be specified in order. 
 
 Weight of Conveyor, 10 ft. long, without Belt 
 
 Weight of each additional foot in length 
 
 Conveyor 
 18-inch 
 .10 in. 
 
 . 12 in. 
 
 18 in. 
 
 .24 in. 
 
 17^ in. 
 
 .22J4 in. 
 
 .24 in. 
 
 .3 ft. 6 in. 
 .3 ft. 11 in. 
 . 18 in. 
 
 .950 lbs. 
 
 .40 lbs. 
 
 Conveyor 
 24-inch 
 13 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 24 in. 
 
 30 in. 
 
 20 in. 
 
 25^ in. 
 
 30 in. 
 
 4 ft. 1 in. 
 4 ft. 5 in. 
 24 in. 
 
 1,085 lbs. 
 52 lbs. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Style “B” Belt Conveyor 
 
 The American Style “B” Bell Conveyor is built in two widths, 16 inches and 18 inches, and 
 in various lengths up to 100 feet, inclusive. 
 
 Side frames are made from 2x3x 1 4-inch angles, to which the other parts are attached. 
 
 The head is back geared. 
 
 Spur Geared 
 
 The pulley is 16x4 for lengths up to 50 feet, and runs 100 revolutions per minute. 
 
 For lengths between 50 and 100 feet the pulley is 24x6, and should run 80 revolutions per 
 minute. 
 
 Bevel Geared 
 
 For lengths up to 50 feet the pulley is 16x4, and should run 70 revolutions per minute. 
 
 For lengths between 50 and 100 feet the pulley is 24x6, and should run 80 revolutions per 
 minute. 
 
 The take-up drum is adjustable to compensate for stretch of belt and to guide the belt 
 centrally. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRU 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Adjustable Bevel-Geared Drive for Conveyors 
 
 Owing to the large number of conveyors we furnish, and the difficulty of our customers 
 furnishing us the angle of the conveyor when installed, we have designed an adjustable bevel- 
 gear attachment, which can be set at any angle to suit the condition and bring the driving shaft 
 in line with the shaft it is to be driven from. 
 
 It consists of a circular plate with elongated holes, the plate being firmly secured to the 
 steel frame of the conveyor. Bolted to this circular plate is the bevel gearing frame which swiv- 
 els on the head drum shaft. By this arrangement the driving pulley of the conveyor can be set 
 to suit any angle at which the conveyor may be placed. 
 
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The American Clay Hachinery Conpany 
 
 American Differential Motion Smooth-Roll Crushers 
 
 These crushers are designed especially for service where fine grinding of clay is desired 
 or for crushing clay containing small stones. They are strong, durable machines. The rolls are 
 held in a fixed position. No gears are used. Each roll is driven independently by belt and the 
 rolls may be driven at the same speed or at different speeds, as may be desired, according to 
 the work required. 
 
 In this type of crusher the repairs are reduced to the minimum. The only parts which it is 
 necessary to renew are the steel scrapers and the chilled wearing sections forming the wearing 
 surface of the rolls. These repairs are easily and economically made. 
 
 We build this type of crusher in three different sizes all on the same general design: 
 
 No. 540 Crusher, with rolls 24 inches diameter, 48 inches long; capacity, material for 5,000 
 to 7,000 bricks per hour. 
 
 No. 539 Crusher, with rolls 24 inches diameter, 36 inches long; capacity, material for 4,000 
 to 6,000 bricks per hour. 
 
 No. 6 Crusher, with rolls 18 inches diameter, 24 inches long; capacity, material for 2,000 to 
 3,000 bricks per hour. 
 
 The capacity of these crushers is materially influenced by the speed at which the rolls 
 are driven and by the nature and character of the clay. 
 
 Each crusher is set up and thoroughly inspected in our factory before shipment. It is a 
 self-contained unit and is shipped set up ready for belts. 
 
 Base Frame — 
 
 The rolls and bearings, together with hopper and scrapers, are mounted on a continuous 
 one-piece casting of the box type, which makes the machine self-contained, easy to 
 handle and install, and always maintains the bearings in perfect alignment. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS AY 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Rolls 
 
 Removable Chilled Iron Shells 
 
 The crusher rolls consist of a heavy cast iron body 
 or hub on which are keyed sectional chilled rims. 
 These rims are secured in place by heavy key bolts. 
 The rims are made with hard chilled iron surfaces 
 which are ground true. They comprise the wearing 
 parts of the roll and are made interchangeable, thereby 
 providing for the ready replacement of worn surfaces 
 at low cost. The hub or body of the roll is keyed to 
 the roll shaft and is finished on the ends to proper 
 length to give a perfect contact against the ends of the shaft bearings, preventing end 
 motion of the roll. 
 
 One roll is mounted in fixed bearings. The other is mounted in adjustable bearings so that 
 the distance between rolls may be regulated to suit requirements. 
 
 Roll Shafts 
 
 The roll shalts are forged steel, turned to suitable diameter, and properly key-seated for 
 the roll and driving pulley. 
 
 Roll Shaft Bearing 
 
 The bases for two of the bearings are cast solid to the base frame. The other two bearings 
 are adjustable, sliding in machined grooves and secured to the frame by means of two 
 “T” head bolts passing through the upper section of the base frame. All bearings 
 are well babbitted and scraped to a perfect bearing for the shaft. The caps are 
 recessed at the center for oil reservoirs or grease boxes and are fitted with hinged lids. 
 They are secured to the boxes by four through bolts with square heads and hex nuts. 
 The bearings are of the 45-degree type, which brings the thrust of the rolls in the base 
 of the bearing and insures thorough lubrication of the wearing surfaces of the bearings. 
 
 Tension Bolts 
 
 The four bearings are connected by heavy tension bolts passing through each pair of bear- 
 ings above and below the roll shafts. By this construction the thrust of the rolls is 
 received upon the tension bolts instead of upon the machine base and the relative 
 position of the rolls to each other is always maintained without any danger of breakage 
 of the base. 
 
 Scrapers — 
 
 Adjustable steel scrapers are fitted to each roll, so arranged that the face of the scraper is 
 held firmly in position close to the face of the roll, effectively clearing the rolls from 
 adhering clay and discharging the clay underneath the rolls. 
 
 Hopper and Roll Guard 
 
 A suitable cast iron hopper is bolted to the base frame. Cover plates or roll guards are 
 fitted to the inside of the hopper ends. These guards are adjustable vertically and 
 prevent any clay or stone from working past the ends of the rolls. 
 
 Driving Pulleys — 
 
 Each roll is fitted with a plain crown-faced driving pulley securely keyed to the roll shaft. 
 Both pulleys on each crusher are the same size. 
 
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 Speed — 
 
 The rolls may be driven at any reasonable speed. The capacity desired and the character 
 of the material to be crushed determines in a measure the speed. For ordinary con- 
 ditions a speed of 300 R. P. M. is recommended. If it is desired to operate the rolls at 
 different speeds, the adjustable roll may be driven at 200 R. P. M. and the fixed roll at 
 400 R. P. M. 
 
 Drawings 
 
 A general drawing giving outline 
 
 dimensions will 
 
 be 
 
 furnished for inst 
 
 ailing the crusher 
 
 Specifications Smooth Roll Crushers 
 
 
 
 No. 540 Crusher 
 
 No. 539 Crusher 
 
 No. 6 Crusher 
 
 Rated capacity per hour Building Brick 
 
 
 
 
 
 (8; ! 4 x 4 J 2 x 2. 1 2 ) 
 
 5,000 to 7,000 
 
 
 4,000 to 6,000 
 
 2,000 to 3,000 
 
 Size of Rolls 
 
 24 in. dia. 48 in. 
 
 face 
 
 24 in. dia. 36 in. face 
 
 18 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 
 Diameter of Roll Shafts 
 
 5M in. 
 
 
 4jhi in. 
 
 4^g in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Roll Shaft 
 
 18 in. 
 
 
 18 in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 Diameter of Tension Bolts 
 
 1 % in. 
 
 
 1 1 9 in. 
 
 
 Number of Tension Bolts 
 
 8 
 
 
 8 
 
 4 
 
 Plain Driving Pulley on each Roll 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulleys 
 
 36 in. dia. 12 in. 
 
 face 
 
 36 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 
 30 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 
 300 to 400 R. P. 
 
 M. 
 
 300 to 400 R. P. M. 
 
 300 to 400 R. P. M. 
 
 Power required 
 
 20 to 35 H. P. 
 
 
 15 to 25 H P. 
 
 10 to 20 H. P. 
 
 Weight 
 
 14,100 lbs. 
 
 
 9,515 lbs. 
 
 4,333 lbs. 
 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 
 
 
 Length of Base 
 
 6 ft. 
 
 
 5 ft. 7 in. 
 
 4 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Width of Base 
 
 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 
 5 ft. 5 in. 
 
 4 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Width over all 
 
 10 ft. 9 in. 
 
 
 9 ft. 4 in. 
 
 7 (t. 4 in. 
 
 Distance center of Roll to center of Pulley 
 
 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
 
 3 ft. 8 in 
 
 3 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Height of Machine above Shipping Sills 
 
 3 ft. 2 in. 
 
 
 3 ft. 
 
 2 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height from bottom of Base to center of Roll Shaft. 
 
 1 ft. 5)2 in. 
 
 
 1 2 Ts in. 
 
 1 1 Y 2 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 772, 18x24-In. Smooth-Roll Crusher 
 
 This crusher is a geared ma- 
 chine, designed for use where a 
 single-belt drive is desired. It is 
 fitted with a pair of twin gears. 
 It is a strong, durable crusher, 
 designed especially for service 
 where fine grinding of clays is 
 desired or for crushing the clays 
 which contain shale flakes or 
 small stones. It is often in- 
 stalled as a finishing machine, fol- 
 lowing a corrugated stone sepa- 
 rating crusher or a disintegrator, 
 in preparing plastic clays for 
 thin shell hollow-ware where 
 lumps or stones would obstruct 
 the flow of clay to the die. 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — Material for 2,000 to 3,000 bricks. 
 
 The capacity is materially influenced by the speed at which the rolls are driven and by the 
 character of the clay. Specifications 
 
 The crusher is self-contained, with frame, bearings and shafts proportioned for heavy duty. 
 The bearings are accessible and the oil reservoirs ample to insure smooth running. One roll is 
 stationary, the bases of the bearings being made as a part of the main frame. The other roll is 
 adjustable, making it possible to set the rolls as close together as may be required to secure the 
 desired results. The bearings of the movable roll are arranged to slide in the frame and are 
 cushioned with double coil springs. 
 
 Rolls — The rolls are made with sectional chilled iron wearing rims, which are easily removed 
 when worn. This provides an inexpensive way of keeping them in good working condition. 
 These sectional rims are surfaced in automatic grinders so they will run true and be effective as 
 fine grinders. 
 
 Drive — The rolls are driven by means of a friction-clutch driving pulley and a pair of twin 
 gears, which make the rolls operate at the same speed. 
 
 Pulley —Size of friction-clutch driving pulley, 42 inches diameter, 12 inches face, inches bore. 
 
 Speed — 300 to 400 R. P. M. 
 
 Power - Power required to operate this crusher will vary from 10 to 20 H. P., according to the 
 capacity and speed of rolls. 
 
 Weight — 4,589 pounds. Dimensions 
 
 Diameter of Rolls 
 
 Face of Rolls 
 
 Floor space 4 ft. 
 
 Extreme width over all 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Height from bottom of Sills 
 
 Distance from center of Rolls to center of Pulley 
 
 Distance between centers of Sills 
 
 Diameter of Roll Shafts 
 
 Length of Roll Shaft Bearings 
 
 18 in. 
 
 24 in. 
 
 in. x 5 ft. 3 in. 
 
 7 ft. 4 in. 
 
 5 ft. 4 in. 
 
 31 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 4 ft. 
 
 -b r, 8 in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 - - — - ^ 
 
 American No. 8 Conical Corrugated Crusher 
 
 This crusher is designed for use where clay contains stone or lumps, it being especially 
 adapted for work ot this nature. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 4,000 to 8,000 brick. 
 
 „ , Specifications 
 
 General 
 
 This crusher is heavy, and embodies the advantages of both corrugated and conical rolls. 
 The rolls are thoroughly chilled, and are provided with removable outer shells, so that 
 each roll can be made as good as new by simply replacing the outer shells. The rolls 
 are provided with scrapers to keep them free from accumulations of clay. The crusher 
 is single geared and has no feeder. 
 
 Pulley — 
 
 This crusher is provided with 32 x 10 -inch American friction-clutch pulley. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 Speed of pulley, 150 R. P. M. 
 
 Power — 
 
 Power required, 25 to 40 H. P. 
 
 Weight 
 
 7,050 lbs. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 6 ft. x 8 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height from bottom of Sills 3 ft. in. 
 
 Height to center of Pulley Shaft 15 ;? 4 in. 
 
 Distance from out to out of Sills 4 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Rolls to center line of Bearing 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Rolls to center line of Pulley 3 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Length of Rolls 27 in. 
 
 Diameter of Rolls at large end 24 in. 
 
 Diameter of Rolls at small end 18 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 BU CYRUS Ay. 
 
 W AY 
 
 American Standard Disintegrators 
 
 These machines are designed for handling either dry or damp clay, thoroughly reducing it 
 and putting it into condition for tempering in the pug mill. The machine may be located 
 directly over the pug mill or set to one side in such a way as to deliver the clay on to a con- 
 veyor which carries it to the pug mill. When the raw material is brought into the building in 
 clay cars it is generally more convenient to locate the disintegrator above the pug mill and avoid 
 the use of the conveyor. 
 
 The large feed roll has a slow motion, but the small disintegrating roll, which is provided 
 with steel cutting bars, is driven at a high rate of speed. This combination has the desired 
 effect of removing successive portions of the clay, and at the same time breaking it up and 
 destroying its original grain or fiber. In construction these machines are neat, compact, and 
 self-contained, with heavy base containing the shaft bearings, which are long and conveniently 
 arranged for oiling. 
 
 The shafting is heavy and extends outward to receive the driving pulleys, each roll being 
 driven by an independent pulley and given an independent, positive motion. The feed roll is 
 chilled and balanced. It runs at slow speed, its function being chiefly to assist in feeding the 
 clay through and to gauge the fineness of the disintegrated material. The distance between the 
 two rolls can be regulated by adjustable bearings on the feed roll. The disintegrating roll is 
 provided with a number of projecting steel cutting bars. These parts of the roll can be easily 
 and cheaply replaced when worn. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 These disintegrators are built in three sizes, 14-inch, 18-inch and 24-inch. Each machine is 
 set up and thoroughly inspected in our factory before shipment. It is a self-contained unit and 
 is shipped set up ready for belts. 
 
 Manufacturing Disintegrators in the Plant of The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 Specifications Standard Disintegrators 
 
 Rated capacity Brick per hour 
 
 Size of Feed Roll 
 
 Size of Disintegrating Roll 
 
 Diameter of Roll Shafts 
 
 Length of Bearings 
 
 Size of Fly-Wheel 
 
 Number of Steel Cutting Bars on Disintegrating 
 
 Roll 
 
 Size of Steel Cutting Bars 
 
 Size of Driving Pulley on Feed Roll 
 
 Speed of Pulley on Feed Roll 
 
 Size of Pulley on Disintegrating Roll. 
 
 Speed of Pulley on Disintegrating Roll 
 
 Power required 
 
 Weight 
 
 14-in. Disintegrator 18-in. Disintegrator 24-in. Disintegrator 
 
 1,500 to 2,000 2,500 to 4,000 4,000 to 6,000 
 
 24 in. dia. 14 in. face 28 in. dia. 18 in. face 30 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 
 12 in. dia. 14 in. face 
 2 V s in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 None 
 
 6 
 
 1 2 x 1 x 14 in. 
 
 30 in. dia. 4 in. face 
 30 to 50 R. P. M. 
 
 16 in. dia. 8 in. face 
 400 to 600 R. P. M. 
 8 to 10 H. P. 
 
 2,035 pounds 
 
 14 in. dia. 18 in. faci 
 3?8 in. 
 
 12 in. 
 
 None 
 
 6 
 
 34 x 1 x 18 in. 
 
 36 in. dia. 6 in. face 
 30 to 50 R. P. M. 
 
 18 in. dia. 10 in. faci 
 400 to 600 R. P. M. 
 12 to 15 H. P. 
 
 3,200 pounds 
 
 18 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 43g in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 36 in. dia. 5 in. face 
 
 8 
 
 3 4 x 1 x 24 in. 
 
 40 in. dia. 8 in. face 
 30 to 50 R. P. M. 
 
 20 in. dia. 12 in. face 
 400 to 600 R. P. M. 
 20 to 25 II. P. 
 
 6,150 pounds 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Base 4 ft. 
 
 Width of Base 2 ft. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 
 
 Height of Machine above Shipping Sills 2 ft. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 5 ft. 
 
 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 1 1 in. 
 
 3 ft. 9 in. 
 
 4 ft. 2 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 6 ft. 8 in. 
 
 8 ft. 6 in. 
 
 1 in 
 
 2 ft. 6 in. 
 
 2 ft. 834 in 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRU 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Combined Disintegrator and Crusher 
 
 These machines are designed for grinding clays containing small stones. Such clays require 
 more than the ordinary amount of preparation, and the combined machine embodies the advan- 
 tages of both disintegrator and crusher. 
 
 We build this combination machine in three different sizes, all on the same general design: 
 14-inch disintegrator combined with a smooth roll crusher, having rolls 18 inches diameter, 
 24 inches long. 
 
 Capacity, material for 1,500 to 2,000 bricks per hour. 
 
 18-inch disintegrator combined with a smooth roll crusher having rolls 18 inches diameter, 
 24 inches long. 
 
 Capacity, material for 2,500 to 4,000 bricks per hour. 
 
 24-inch disintegrator combined with a smooth roll crusher having rolls 24 inches diameter, 
 36 inches long. 
 
 Capacity, material for 4,000 to 6,000 bricks per hour. 
 
 The capacity of these machines will vary according to speed of machine and nature and 
 character of the clay. In each case the upper part of the machine is a standard disintegrator 
 and the lower part is a standard smooth roll crusher. The crusher is mounted on a heavy cast 
 iron base of the box type and the combination of disintegrator and crusher is made by means of 
 cast iron columns and tie-rods. This insures perfect rigidity and alignment of all parts. 
 
 [180J 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Each roll 
 independently, 
 ment. It is a 
 A general 
 
 is equipped with a plain crown-faced driving pulley and arranged to be driven 
 Each machine is set up and thoroughly inspected in our factory before ship- 
 self-contained unit, and is shipped set up ready for belts. 
 
 drawing giving outline dimensions will be furnished tor installing the machine. 
 
 Specifications Combined Disintegrator and Crusher 
 
 14-in. Combined 
 Disintegrator and 
 Crusher 
 
 18-in. Combined 
 Disintegrator and 
 Crusher 
 
 24-in. Combined 
 Disintegrator and 
 Crusher 
 
 Rated capacity per hour 
 
 Size of Feed Roll on Disintegrator 
 
 Size of Disintegrating Roll 
 
 Diameter of Roll Shafts 
 
 Length of Bearings 
 
 Size of Fly-Wheel on Disintegrating Roll Shaft. 
 Number of Steel Cutting Bars on Disintegrating 
 
 Roll 
 
 Size of Steel Cutting Bars 
 
 Size of Crusher Rolls 
 
 Diameter of Crusher Roll Shafts 
 
 Length of Bearings 
 
 Size of Driving Pulley on Feed Roll on Dis- 
 integrator 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley on Feed Roll on Dis- 
 integrator 
 
 Size of Driving Pulley on Disintegrating Roll. 
 Speed of Driving Pulley on Disintegrating Roll 
 
 Size of Driving Pulleys on Crusher Rolls 
 
 Speed of Pulleys on Crusher Rolls 
 
 Power required 
 
 Weight 
 
 1.500 to 2,000 
 
 24 in. dia. 14 in. face 
 12 in. dia. 14 in. face 
 2 V% in. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 None 
 
 6 
 
 34 x 1 x 14 in. 
 
 18 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 4% in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 30 in. dia. 4 in. face 
 
 30 to 50 R. P. M. 
 
 16 in. rlia. 8 in. face 
 400 to 600 R. P. M. 
 30 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 400 R. P. M. 
 
 15 to 20 H. P. 
 
 6.500 pounds 
 
 2,500 to 4,000 
 
 28 in. dia. 18 in. face 
 
 14 in. dia. 18 in. face 
 
 3?'s in- 
 
 12 in. 
 
 None 
 
 6 
 
 3-2 x 1 x 18 in. 
 
 18 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 4 3 8 in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 36 in. dia. 6 in. face 
 
 30 to 50 R. P. M . 
 
 18 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 400 to 600 R. P. M. 
 30 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 400 R. P. M. 
 
 20 to 25 H. P. 
 
 9,152 pounds 
 
 4.000 to 6,000 
 
 30 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 18 in. dia. 24 in. face 
 43g in. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 36 in. dia. 5 in. face 
 8 
 
 3.4 x 1 x 24 in. 
 
 24 in. dia. 36 in. face 
 434 in- 
 
 18 in. 
 
 40 in. dia. 8 in. face 
 
 30 to 50 R. P. M. 
 
 20 in. dia. 12 in. face 
 400 to 600 R. P. M. 
 36 in. dia. 10 in. face 
 400 R. P. M. 
 
 25 to 35 H. P. 
 
 12.000 pounds 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Base 
 
 Width of Base 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Height of Machine above Shipping Sills 
 
 4 ft. 6 
 
 in. 
 
 4 ft. 6 
 
 in. 
 
 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 4 ft. 3 
 
 in. 
 
 4 ft. 3 
 
 in. 
 
 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 7 ft. 5 
 
 in. 
 
 7 ft. 5 
 
 in. 
 
 9 ft. 2 in. 
 
 4 ft. 7 
 
 in. 
 
 5 ft. 0 
 
 in. 
 
 6 ft 4 in 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 10-D Compound Four-Roll Crusher 
 
 This crusher is designed for the crushing and preparing of plastic clays for large capacity 
 yards, and will be found a very efficient machine for this purpose. It has been used by some of 
 the largest manufacturers of hollow ware where plastic clays only are available. It embodies 
 all the advantages of disintegrators and differential motion smooth roll crushers. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 Material for 4,000 to 6,000 brick. 
 
 Rolls 
 
 Specifications 
 
 There are two upper and two lower rolls; the upper rolls are 17 inches diameter, 36 inches 
 long, and the lower rolls are 24 inches diameter, 36 inches long. The upper pair con- 
 sists of one chilled sectional smooth roll, serving as a feeding roll and working in con- 
 nection with a sectional disintegrating roll. The lower pair are both smooth rolls and 
 are much larger in diameter than the upper ones, so that even when set close together 
 they will take the clay through as fast as the upper rolls supply it. 
 
 [182] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 V*? } 
 
 BU CYRUS _ 
 
 VC 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Disintegrating Roll 
 
 The disintegrating roll in the upper pair is made in three sections, which are keyed to the 
 shaft, each section being 17 inches diameter, 12 inches face. There are six %-inch by 
 134-inch by 36-inch steel cutter bars inserted at equal distances in the lace of this 
 disintegrating roll and secured in place by “T” head bolts. The design is such as to 
 admit of quick replacement when worn. The upper smooth roll is 17 inches diameter, 
 36 inches long, made of three sections with chilled surfaces and keyed to the shaft. 
 
 Lower Rolls 
 
 The 24-inch by 36-inch lower rolls are made up of a heavy hub casting, accurately machined 
 and keyed to the shaft. On this hub are mounted chilled sectional rims, which may be 
 replaced at small expense when worn. In the standard construction, these rolls are 
 driven at the same speed, but when the crusher is made to order, they can be arranged 
 for different speeds, if so desired. 
 
 Lubrication 
 
 All bearings are provided with suitable and convenient oiling facilities. The adjustable 
 roll bearings are fitted with grease cups. 
 
 Driving Pulleys 
 
 The machine is equipped with a friction-clutch pulley, 42 inches diameter, 12 inches face, 
 for the main drive, and with a 24-inch diameter, 10-inch crown face tight pulley for the 
 disintegrating roll. 
 
 Speeds 
 
 The speed of the 42-inch x 12-inch main driving pulley is 150 R. P. M.; the speed of the dis- 
 integrating roll pulley from 400 to 600 R. P. M., according to the capacity desired and 
 the character of the clay. 
 
 Power 
 
 The power required to operate this machine is from 20 to 30 H. P., depending upon the 
 capacity desired and the character of the material used. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 14,500 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all 6 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width over all 9 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length over all 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Pulley Shaft to top of Machine 1 ft. 7!^ in. 
 
 Size of Sills 6 in. x 6 in. x 7 ft. 
 
 Distance from center to center of Sills 4 ft. J £ in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Machine to center line of Driving Pulley 4 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Length of Pulley Shaft Bearings 0 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Length of upper Roll Shaft Bearings 1 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Length of lower Roll Shaft Bearings 1 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Diameter of Pulley Shaft 0 ft. 3 3 g in. 
 
 Diameter of upper Roll Shafts 0 ft. 3 ] 4 in. 
 
 Diameter of lower Roll Shafts 0 ft. 4 7 g in. 
 
 [ 183 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 %***>•. 
 
 BU CYRUS P 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 16 Reduction Mill 
 
 The No. 16 Reduction Mill is used for grinding and mixing dry clay and broken brick 
 or calcined clay for fire mortar at the same operation. It is also used for pulverizing dry 
 plastic clay. 
 
 The mill is well designed with a substantial cast base, to which is bolted the shell with 
 a large hopper, to facilitate feeding. The material to be ground is thrown into this hopper, 
 around which are a number of hard iron rings with saw-tooth edges. The rapid movement 
 of the perforated bottom plate is communicated to the material and it is powerfully agitated. 
 The material is ground by the movement of the mass among its own particles and against 
 the saw-tooth edges of the rings. The movement reduces the mass rapidly to dust and it is 
 thrown out by centrifugal force between the rings and through the perforations in the bottom 
 plate. This ground material is conveyed to any desired point. A steel step supports the 
 perforated plate which revolves at the bottom of the shell. 
 
 The material is not confined between plates, to cause undue strain and breakage, and 
 the mill cannot be injured by running backward, as it is made to run in either direction. 
 The mill is supplied with a pulley 11 inches in diameter and 8 inches face. Speed, 600 revo- 
 lutions per minute. Floor space, 2 feet 6 inches by 3 feet. Power required, 8 horse. Weight, 
 900 pounds. 
 
 [184] 
 
The Aherican Clay Machinery Coupany 
 
 American No. 325 Winding Drum 
 
 The machine is designed for heavy service. It is self-contained, being mounted on a heavy 
 frame, constructed with 12-inch steel “I” beams, and is equipped with ring oiling bearings. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Diameter of Drum 2 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Length of Drum 2 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Diameter of Drum Shaft 0 ft. 4 y 2 in. 
 
 Diameter of Driving Shaft 0 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Length of Ring Oiling Bearings 1 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Diameter of Master Gear 4 ft. 3> 4 i n . 
 
 Diameter of Driving Pinion 0 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Face of Gears 0 ft. g j n . 
 
 Pitch of Gears 0 ft. l^' in. 
 
 Ratio of Gears 51 t to 1 
 
 Capacity of Drum, 3 j -inch Cable 3,500 ft. 
 
 Speed of Cable per minute 255 ft. 
 
 Driving Pulley 40 i„. x 10 in. 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley 175 R. p. M. 
 
 Power 35 H. P. 
 
 [185] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 v' 
 
 CHJ 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Dimensions # No. 325 Winding Drum 
 
 Length over all 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width over all . 10 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft 2 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Drum Shaft 2 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Drum to center of Driving Pulley. 4 ft. 8 J 4 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Drum to end of Driving Shaft 5 ft. 8 in. 
 
 American No. 242 and No. 245 Winding Drums 
 
 These machines are used to draw cars loaded with clay from the clay pit into the building. 
 They are self-contained machines, being mounted on a substantial cast iron base. They are 
 equipped with oil reservoir bearings, which insure proper lubrication. 
 
 The drum runs loose on the shaft, and by means of a lever and screw is forced against the" 
 cone wood friction, which is securely bolted to the large spur gear. An independent lever is 
 provided to operate the friction-band brakes. They are strong, simple and durable machines. 
 Each machine is built complete, and thoroughly inspected before shipment. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 
 
 
 
 No. 242 
 
 No. 245 
 
 Hoisting capacity on 
 
 10 per 
 
 cent 
 
 grade 
 
 18,000 lbs. 
 
 22,000 lbs. 
 
 Hoisting capacity on 
 
 20 per 
 
 cent 
 
 grade 
 
 10,000 lbs. 
 
 12,000 lbs. 
 
 Hoisting capacity on 
 
 30 per 
 
 cent 
 
 grade 
 
 7,400 lbs. 
 
 8,200 lbs. 
 
 Diameter of Drum.. 
 
 
 
 
 12 in. 
 
 24 in. 
 
 Length of Drum . . 
 
 
 
 
 23 in. 
 
 29 in. 
 
 Height of Flanges. . . 
 
 
 
 
 5 in. 
 
 5 in. 
 
 Diameter of Drum Shaft.... 
 
 
 
 1 in. 
 
 3 p 2 in. 
 
 Diameter of Driving 
 
 Shaft . . 
 
 
 
 lYl in. 
 
 2M in. 
 
 Length of Bearings. . 
 
 
 
 
 8 in. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 Diameter of Master 
 
 Gear. 
 
 
 
 30 3 'g in. 
 
 40 3 4 in. 
 
 Diameter of Pinion.. 
 
 
 
 
 6 5 8 in. 
 
 6 3 4 in. 
 
 [ 186 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 v * ** 1 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 Face of Gears 
 
 Fitch of Gears 
 
 Ratio of Gears 
 
 Capacity of Drum, j^-inch Cable 
 
 Average Cable Speed per minute 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Speed ot Driving Pulley 
 
 Power 
 
 Weight 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 1 leight over all 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft and Drum Shaft. 
 Distance from center of Drum to center of Driving Pulley. . . . 
 Distance from center of Drum to end of Driving Shaft 
 
 OHIO 
 
 No. 242 
 .-f 1 ^ in. 
 
 . 1 3 4 in. 
 A} 4 to 1 
 
 No. 245 
 
 5M in. 
 I'M in. 
 
 6 to 1 
 
 .1,300 
 
 ft 
 
 
 2,800 
 
 ft. 
 
 
 
 . 14' 
 
 ft 
 
 
 
 185 ft. 
 
 
 
 . .24 
 
 in. 
 
 X 
 
 5 in. 
 
 24 in. 
 
 x 8 
 
 in. 
 
 
 150 R. 
 
 P. M. 
 
 150 R. P 
 
 . M. 
 
 10 
 
 H. 
 
 P 
 
 
 15 H 
 
 . P. 
 
 
 
 . 2,400 
 
 lb 
 
 S. 
 
 4,230 
 
 lbs 
 
 
 
 .4 
 
 ft. 
 
 4 
 
 in. 
 
 6 
 
 ft. 
 
 0 
 
 in 
 
 .6 
 
 ft. 
 
 7 
 
 in. 
 
 7 
 
 ft. 
 
 9 
 
 in 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 
 
 7 
 
 in. 
 
 2 
 
 ft. 
 
 0 
 
 in 
 
 .3 
 
 ft. 
 
 3 
 
 in. 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 
 
 10 
 
 in 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 
 
 8 
 
 in. 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 
 
 3 
 
 in 
 
 American No. 243 and No. 246 Miter-Geared Winding Drums 
 
 These machines are built with a miter-gear drive, to secure a right angle drive when 
 required to accommodate their installation and meet conditions existing in the brick plant. 
 No. 243 Drum corresponds in size and specifications with No. 242 Drum, and No. 246 Drum corre- 
 sponds with No. 245. Miter gears are P^j-inch pitch, 3*2 inches face, and 12 inches diameter. 
 Weight No. 243 Drum, 2,640 lbs. 
 
 Weight No. 246 Drum, 4,630 lbs. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shalt and Drum Shaft. 
 Distance from center of Drum Shaft to center of Driving Pulley 
 Distance from center of Drum Shaft to end of Driving Shaft. 
 
 
 No. 243 
 
 
 No. 246 
 
 . . 5 
 
 It. 4 in. 
 
 6 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 in 
 
 .4 
 
 ft. 6 in. 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 in 
 
 . . 7 
 
 ft. 5 in. 
 
 8 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 in 
 
 . . 1 
 
 ft. 7 in. 
 
 2 
 
 ft. 
 
 0 in 
 
 2 
 
 ft. 2 1 2 in- 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 
 
 1 in 
 
 ? 
 
 ft. 7 in. 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 in 
 
 [ 187 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 Friction Winding Drum 
 
 This machine is self-contained, being mounted on a heavy cast iron base. The drum shaft 
 is provided with a large friction wheel and the driving shaft is provided with a paper friction 
 pulley. 
 
 The shifting lex er is placed on the end of the drum shaft, on the side next to the friction 
 wheel. The bearing on this side of the frame is made with an eccentric in the box, so that a 
 
 slight movement of the lever will move the drum shaft, bringing the large friction wheel in 
 contact with the paper friction pulley. On the opposite side of the large friction wheel is the 
 brake shoe, against which the wheel is forced when it is necessary to use the brake. The drum 
 is so arranged that the shifting lever can be operated, if necessary, from a distance. It is, 
 therefore, not absolutely necessary for the operator to be stationed at the winding drum if it is 
 more desirable to have him stationed at some distant point. 
 
 The construction of the machine throughout is strictly first class. Each and every machine 
 is erected complete and carefully inspected in our factory before shipment. 
 
 The No. 1 Winding Drum is also built to drive with miter gears when required. 
 
 Hoisting capacity, on a 10 per cent grade, 12,000 pounds; on a 20 per cent grade, 6,400 
 pounds; and on a 30 per cent grade, 4,500 pounds. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Diameter of Drum 12 in. 
 
 Length of Drum 17 in. 
 
 Diameter of Drum Shaft 2 x /l in. 
 
 Diameter of Driving Shaft 2 in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Drum Shaft 4 in. 
 
 Length of Bearings on Driving Shaft 4 in. 
 
 Diameter of Friction Wheel 40 in. 
 
 Face of Friction Wheel 7}^ in. 
 
 Diameter of Paper Friction Pulley 8 in. 
 
 Ratio of Friction Wheels 5 to 1 
 
 Capacity of Drum, Tg-inch Cable 675 ft. 
 
 Average Cable Speed per minute 125 ft. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BU CYRUS orB OHIO 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley 
 
 Power 
 
 Weight 
 
 .24 in. x 6 in. 
 150 R. P. M. 
 
 5 H. P. 
 
 . 1 ,435 lbs. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width oxer all 4 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height oxer all 4 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft 2 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Drum Shafts 2 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Drum to center of Driving Pulley 1 ft. 10 % in. 
 
 Distance from center of Drum to end of Drixing Shaft 2 ft. 2 in. 
 
 American No. 1 Miter-Geared Friction Winding Drum 
 
 Miter gears, l 1 Cinch pitch, 3^2 inches face, 11 % inches diameter. 
 Weight, 1,692 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height oxer all 4 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft 2 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Drum Shaft 2 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Drum Shaft to center of Driving Pulley 2 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Distance from center of Drum Shaft to end of Drixing Shaft 3 ft. 0 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 bu cyrus $ OHIO 
 
 V 
 
 American No. 309 Winding Drum 
 
 This machine is designed tor motor drive and arranged to have the motor direct connected, 
 using a cut steel gear and pinion to connect motor to driving shaft. Motor is mounted on the 
 heavy cast iron base, which forms a part of the machine. Motor is not furnished with the 
 winding drum. Any standard make of motor can be used. It must be a 40 H. P. reversible 
 type motor, operating at not more than 600 R. P. M. 
 
 Hoisting capacity on a 10 per cent grade, 38,400 pounds; on a 20 per cent grade, 20,800 
 pounds, and on a 30 per cent grade, 14,800 pounds. 
 
 Weight, without motor, 5,520 pounds. 
 
 Diameter of Drum 
 
 Length of Drum 
 
 Diameter of Drum Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Driving Shaft 
 
 Length of Ring Oiling Bearings 
 Diameter of Master Gear 
 Diameter of Driving Pinion 
 
 Face of Gears 
 
 Pitch of Gears 
 
 Ratio of Gears 
 
 Capacity of Drum, 'Lf-inch Cable 
 
 Speed of Cable per minute 
 
 Speed of Driving Shaft 
 
 Power 
 
 Specifications 
 
 .2 ft. 0 
 .2 ft. 5 
 
 o ft. 3y 2 
 
 .0 ft. 2 % 
 .0 ft. 9 
 
 3 ft. 
 
 0 ft. 6% 
 0 ft. 5% 
 
 o ft. \y 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 6 to 1 
 
 3,500 ft. 
 
 255 ft. 
 
 200 R. P. M. 
 40 H. P. 
 
 Lising 600 R. P. M. motor, the cut steel gear on driving shaft will be 3 inches pitch, 2^2 
 inches face, 27 inches diameter; the cut steel or rawhide pinion on the motor will be 9 inches 
 diameter. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 7 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 6 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height over all 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
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 ; 
 
The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BU CYRUS, OHIO, U. S.A. 
 
 Standard American Clay Cars 
 
 We build a complete line of standard Clay Cars 
 which are substantially designed and built of excellent 
 material. These cars are of the side dumping and 
 bottom dumping variety and include both steel and 
 wood construction. We feel that in submitting this 
 line of cars to the Clay Trade we have anticipated 
 every requirement with a car that will exactly meet 
 the needs and built for the service required. 
 
 The track gauge specified is in accordance with 
 the accompanying diagram. 
 
 [ 191 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 k . _■ . , , 
 
 BUCYRUS^^i^y^ OHIO 
 
 American Steel Side-Dump Clay Cars 
 
 These cars are constructed of steel and iron. They are strong and substantial. Built in 
 several sizes, ranging in capacity from 1 to 2 cubic yards. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Frame — 
 
 The body of the car is made of steel plates, reinforced with heavy angles. The frame is 
 made of flat steel bars, securely riveted at corners and thoroughly braced. 
 
 Dumping Device — 
 
 When loaded, the car is held in an upright position by a lock bar, which is hinged to the 
 rocker track. This bar is held to the top of the rocker by a removable pin. By pull- 
 ing the pin the lock bar can be swung back from the rocker track, allowing the car to 
 be dumped. Strong chains are provided to prevent the car rocking too far when 
 being dumped. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The bearings are babbitted with a superior grade of metal for the service required. 
 
 Wheels — 
 
 The heavy chilled wheels are bored true, and are pressed on to the axle. 
 
 [ 192 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Steel Side-Dump Clay Cars 
 
 Axles 
 
 The axles are made of cold rolled steel, turned true in the bearings. 
 
 Brakes — 
 
 Cars Nos. 74, 68 , 70 and 81 are not equipped with Brakes. 
 
 Cars Nos. 73, 67, 69 and 80 are equipped with a substantial Foot Brake operating on 
 two wheels. 
 
 Couplers — 
 
 A coupling device is supplied at each end ot the car, the bolts passing through the angle 
 braces, so that the strain of pulling the load is not applied to the end piece alone. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Car Number 
 
 74 
 
 68 
 
 70 
 
 81 
 
 73 
 
 67 
 
 69 
 
 80 
 
 Capacity, cu. yd 
 
 1 
 
 14 
 
 2 
 
 24 
 
 1 
 
 14 
 
 2 
 
 24 
 
 Length 
 
 6 ' 4” 
 
 6 ' 10 " 
 
 8 ' 2 " 
 
 10 ' 0 " 
 
 8 ' 2 " 
 
 8 ' 8 " 
 
 10 ' 0 " 
 
 IF 8 " 
 
 Width 
 
 4' 10" 
 
 5' 4" 
 
 5' 4" 
 
 5' 4" 
 
 4' 10" 
 
 5' 4" 
 
 5' 4" 
 
 5' 4" 
 
 Height 
 
 3' 9" 
 
 4' 4" 
 
 4' 4" 
 
 4' 4" 
 
 3' 9" 
 
 4' 4" 
 
 4' 4" 
 
 4' 4" 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 3' 6 " 
 
 4' 0" 
 
 4' 0" 
 
 4' 6 " 
 
 3' 6 " 
 
 4' 0" 
 
 4' 0" 
 
 4' 6 " 
 
 Diameter Axle 
 
 2 " 
 
 2 " 
 
 2 " 
 
 24" 
 
 2 " 
 
 2 " 
 
 2 " 
 
 24' 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Wheels 
 
 14" 
 
 14" 
 
 14" 
 
 16" 
 
 14" 
 
 14" 
 
 14" 
 
 16" 
 
 Gauge of Track 
 
 30" 
 
 36" 
 
 36" 
 
 36" 
 
 30" 
 
 36" 
 
 36" 
 
 36" 
 
 Frame Flat Bars 
 
 6 x 3 g" 
 
 6x3 8 " 
 
 6 xi 2 " 
 
 6x3 4 " 
 
 6x3 8 " 
 
 6x3g" 
 
 6x4" 
 
 6x3 4 ' 
 
 Thickness of Hopper Plate. 
 
 3 
 
 • 1 6 
 
 3 
 
 1 6 
 
 3 
 
 1 6 
 
 4 
 
 3 
 
 1 6 
 
 3 
 
 1 6 
 
 3 
 
 1 6 
 
 4 
 
 Weight 
 
 1 ,500 
 
 1,700 
 
 2,495 
 
 2,855 
 
 1 ,600 
 
 1,983 
 
 2,782 
 
 3,250 
 
 [ 193 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 171 and No. 200 Steel Side-Dump Clay Cars 
 
 These cars are designed for heavy work, such as they would be subjected to in receiving 
 shale direct from large capacity steam shovels. The frame is made of 8-inch steel “I” beams, 
 well riveted and braced. The body frame is made of ^-inch steel plate, reinforced, and 
 2-inch x 2-inch x %-inch angles. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 
 Car No. 171 
 
 Car No. 200 
 
 Capacity, cubic yards 
 
 .. 1K2 
 
 2 
 
 Length over all, without Brake 
 
 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 8 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Length over all, with Brake 
 
 8 ft. 10 in. 
 
 9 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Width 
 
 5 ft. 5 in. 
 
 5 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Height 
 
 4 f t . 8 in. 
 
 4 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 0 ft. 2 1 4 in. 
 
 0 ft. 2 x /i in 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Wheels 
 
 1 ft. 2 in. 
 
 1 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Track Gauge 
 
 3 ft. 0 in. 
 
 3 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Weight without Brake 
 
 . 1,993 lbs. 
 
 2,110 lbs. 
 
 Weight with Brake 
 
 
 2,325 lbs. 
 
 [194] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS A'Y) 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 ( )7 and No. 212 Steel Side-Dump Clay Car 
 
 These cars are substantially constructed of steel and iron, and are especially designed for 
 use in connection with a steam shovel. They are built to withstand the shock of steam shovel 
 loading and the stress of handling in a train. 
 
 Frame and Body — 
 
 The frame is 8-inch steel “I” beams, securely riveted and braced. The body is made of H- 
 inch steel plates, reinforced by 2 1 2 x 2 1 •, x H-inch angles. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The bearings are made according to Master Car Builders’ specifications, and are furnished 
 with brasses and have reservoirs for oiled waste underneath the axles. The bearings 
 are covered with suitable hinged caps for the exclusion of dirt. The pedestal bearings 
 are well braced, to withstand the shocks of coupling. Suitable bumpers are also pro- 
 vided. The journals are provided with springs for taking up shocks while loading. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Capacity, cubic yards. . 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width 
 
 Height 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 Diameter Chilled Wheels 
 
 Gauge of Track 
 
 Weight 
 
 Car No. 197 
 
 2M 
 
 Car No. 212 
 
 12 ft 
 
 . 1 }'2 in- 
 
 9 ft. 11 in. 
 
 . 5 ft. 
 
 9 in. 
 
 5 ft. 9 in. 
 
 .5 ft. 
 
 5H in. 
 
 5 ft. 5p2 in 
 
 .4 ft. 
 
 0 in. 
 
 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 .0 ft. 
 
 3H in. 
 
 0 ft. 3H in 
 
 .1 ft. 
 
 5 in. 
 
 1 ft. 5 in. 
 
 .3 ft. 
 
 0 in. 
 
 3 ft. 0 in. 
 
 .4,717 
 
 lbs. 
 
 4,322 lbs. 
 
 No. 197 Car is equipped with a substantial Brake. 
 No. 212 Car is not equipped with Brake. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS ^ZX ; OHIO 
 
 American No. 144 Steel Side-Dump Clay Car 
 
 This car is constructed of steel and iron. It is strong and substantial. The capacity is 
 lYi cubic yards, and is only built for standard railroad track gauge, 4 feet 8p2 inches. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Track Gauge 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 1 1 eight 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 Diameter Chilled Wheels 
 
 Axle 
 
 Weight 
 
 2 } /2 cubic yards 
 
 .4 
 
 ft 
 
 8 K 2 
 
 in 
 
 
 10 
 
 ft. 8 
 
 in 
 
 
 . 5 
 
 ft. 5 
 
 in 
 
 . 5 
 
 ft 
 
 
 in 
 
 
 .4 
 
 ft. 6 
 
 in 
 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 4 
 
 in 
 
 .0 
 
 ft 
 
 2K2 
 
 in 
 
 .4,150 pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 71 Steel Bottom-Dump Clay Car 
 
 This is a well built car, constructed throughout of iron and steel. It is substantially braced 
 and bolted, and will be found satisfactory in all respects. 
 
 Dumping Device — 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The car is fitted with an automatic dumping device, so arranged that by placing a trip 
 along side the track the latch holding the double doors, which form the bottom of the 
 car, is released, and the doors swing open. 
 
 Frame and Body 
 
 The main body of the car is made of sheet steel plates, C inch thick, and thoroughly 
 reinforced by 2x2x34-inch steel angles, and supported on a frame made up of 6-inch 
 by ^g-inch steel bars. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Length 
 
 Width 
 
 Height, top of Rail to top of Bed 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Gauge of Track 
 
 Weight 
 
 1 } 2 cubic yards 
 
 5 ft. 10 in. 
 
 3 ft. 11 in. 
 
 2 f t . 11 in. 
 
 3 ft. 10 in. 
 
 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 . . . . 0 tt. 2 % in. 
 
 1 ft. 2 in. 
 
 3 ft. 0 in. 
 
 1 ,430 lbs. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 235 Steel Bottom-Dump Clay Car 
 
 This car is substantially designed and built. The material in its construction is iron and 
 steel. It is especially fitted for automatic dumping and is so arranged that when dumped at 
 the top of an incline it can be returned to the bottom without closing the door. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Frame and Body 
 
 The frame of this car is 6-inch steel channels, securely 
 j%-inch steel plates, reinforced by 2x2x^ angles. 
 
 braced and riveted. The body is 
 
 Dumping Device — 
 
 The car is fitted with an automatic dumping device, so arranged that by placing a trip 
 along side the track the latch holding the double doors, which form the bottom of the 
 car, is released, and the doors swing open. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Track Gauge 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Length of Body on top 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Width of Body on top 
 
 Width of Body on bottom 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Height, top of Rail to top of Body 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 Diameter of Chilled Wheels 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 Weight 
 
 1 Yi cubic yard; 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 0 
 
 in 
 
 7 ft. 10 
 
 in 
 
 6 
 
 ft. 0 
 
 in 
 
 .4 
 
 ft. 2 
 
 in 
 
 .3 ft. 10 
 
 in 
 
 2 
 
 ft. 3 
 
 in 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 5 
 
 in 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 6 
 
 in 
 
 3 
 
 ft. 6 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 8 
 
 in 
 
 . . . 0 ft 
 
 2^ 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ,740 
 
 bs 
 
 [ 198 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 Side-Dump Clay Car 
 
 Wood Work 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The frame of this car is made of heavy car timbers throughout, carefully mortised, pinned 
 and bolted together. The end and bottom boards and hinged sides are made of 
 lJ4-inch seasoned white oak lumber, reinforced. The proportions of all wood in the 
 car have been established by long use, and the hopper and truck frame stand service 
 satisfactorily. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The standard type of journal box is employed, consisting of a base, a removable wearing 
 plate, an oil wmste cap and key. This requires lubrication only at long intervals, 
 and the cost of renewing the wearing plates is small. 
 
 Brakes 
 
 When so ordered, the car can be equipped with brakes on either two or four wheels, for 
 which additional charge is made. 
 
 Operation — 
 
 The car dumps on either side. The sides are hinged at the top, with automatic latches at 
 the bottom, so that when the body is tilted over, the latch is disengaged and the car 
 emptied. The latch re-engages as the body resumes the vertical position. Suitable 
 chains and staples are provided on each side to keep the car body in place while being- 
 loaded or when in transit. 
 
 [ 199 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 03 ^ 
 
 <t= 
 
 BU CYRUS n 
 
 Vv a; 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 & OHIO 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Inside dimensions ot Box as follows: 
 
 Length 
 
 Width 
 
 Depth 
 
 Standard Gauge of Track 
 
 Extreme Gauge for which Car can be constructed. 
 
 W heel Base 
 
 Length of Track, exclusive of Couplers 
 
 Diameter of W heels on Tread 
 
 Diameter of W heels on Flanges 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 W eight of standard Gauge Car, without Brake 
 Weight of 36-inch Gauge Car, without Brake 
 
 1 V 2 cubic yards 
 
 ... 6 ft. 5 in. 
 . . .3 ft. 10 in. 
 
 1 ft. 11 in. 
 
 1 ft. 1 1 p 2 in. 
 . . .3 ft. 0 in. 
 . . .2 ft. 9 in. 
 .7 ft. 5 J4 in. 
 .0 ft. 11^8 in. 
 .1 ft. }/ 2 in. 
 
 0 ft. 2 in. 
 
 1,575 pounds 
 1,760 pounds 
 
 I 
 
 
 [ 200 ] 
 
 I 
 
The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYHUS, ,, : y, OHIO, U. S.A. 
 
 This barrow is designed for handling burned brick from kiln to cars or to storage yard. It 
 can also be used for tile. 
 
 Design- Specifications 
 
 The design is modern, keeping hard service in mind. The frame is oak and the bent braces 
 are of heavy section, giving great strength. The deck and dash are hard maple. Legs 
 are cast iron shod, the shoes being removable. Handles are convenient for operator, 
 and grips of approved design. Wheel is strong and designed for easy running. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 100 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Handles 
 
 Height of Dash 
 
 Width of Dash 
 
 Length of Bottom 
 
 Width of Bottom 
 
 Diameter of Wheel 
 
 Face of Tire 
 
 Height of Deck at Dash 
 
 Height of Deck at Handles 
 
 Height to top of Handles 
 
 Distance outside to outside of Handles 
 
 Width of extreme front end 
 
 Bore ot Wheel 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 9 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 6 
 
 in 
 
 .1 
 
 ft. 11 
 
 in 
 
 . . . 2 ft 
 
 ■ 54 
 
 in 
 
 1 ft. 
 
 114 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 4 
 
 in 
 
 
 -.14 
 
 in 
 
 . 1 
 
 ft. 1 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 6 
 
 in 
 
 . 1 
 
 ft. 7 
 
 in 
 
 . . . 2 ft 
 
 ■ 44 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 11 
 
 in 
 
 
 d 4 
 
 in 
 
 
 14 
 
 in 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS OHIO 
 
 American No. 733 Common Brick Barrow. Iron Clad, with Cast 
 
 Iron Bearings 
 
 This barrow is designed for heavy serv ice in handling brick or paving block. 
 
 Body 
 
 The 
 
 Wheel 
 
 Specifications 
 
 frame is made of selected seasoned hardwood, carefully mortised and pinned together, 
 and securely ironed. The deck and dash are faced with steel slats 3xLg inch. These 
 slats are bent on bulldozer forms to uniform shape, and the screw holes for attaching 
 them are drilled and countersunk to templet. Duplicates can be supplied. The legs 
 are equipped with cast iron shoes and are securely braced. 
 
 In designing the wheel, axle and bearings for this barrow, we have taken fully into consid- 
 eration the very heavy duty required of such a barrow on many yards. These impor- 
 tant parts are adequate and will not disappoint the purchaser. The wheel is of heavy 
 section, with substantial hub and rim, and twelve K-inch oval steel spokes. Bearings 
 are of cast iron. 
 
 Weight — - 135 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Handles from Dash to end 
 
 Length of Deck 
 
 Height of Dash 
 
 Height to top of Handles 
 
 Height of Deck at rear end 
 
 Height of Deck at front end 
 
 Distance outside to outside of Handles 
 
 Width at extreme front end 
 
 Diameter of Wheel 
 
 Face of Wheel 
 
 Bore of Wheel 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 4 
 
 ft. 3 
 
 in 
 
 . 2 
 
 ft. 7 
 
 in 
 
 ... 1 
 
 ft. 9 
 
 in 
 
 1 ft. 
 
 UK 
 
 in 
 
 1 ft 
 
 7 K 
 
 in 
 
 1 ft 
 
 IK 
 
 in 
 
 . .2 ft 
 
 2K 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 9 
 
 in 
 
 . 1 
 
 ft. 6 
 
 in 
 
 
 2 
 
 in 
 
 
 • 1 iV 
 
 in 
 
 
 1 rV 
 
 in 
 
 [202] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 734 Common Brick Barrow. Iron Clad with Cage 
 
 Roller Bearings 
 
 This barrow is designed for heavy service in handling brick or paving blocks. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Body 
 
 The frame is made of selected seasoned hardwood, carefully mortised and pinned together, 
 and securely ironed. The deck and dash are faced with steel slats, 3x3 8 inch. These 
 slats are bent on bulldozer forms to uniform shape, and the screw holes for attaching 
 them are drilled and countersunk to templet. Duplicates can be supplied. The legs 
 are equipped with cast iron shoes, and are securely braced. 
 
 Wheel — 
 
 In designing the wheel, axle and bearings ior this barrow, we have taken fully into consid- 
 eration the very heavy duty required of such a barrow on many yards. These important 
 parts are adequate and will not disappoint the purchaser. The wheel is of heavy sec- 
 tion, with substantial hub and rim, and twelve %-inch oval steel spokes. Bearings are 
 of the cage roller type. 
 
 Weight — 135 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Handles from Dash to end 4 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 2 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Height of Dash 1 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Height to top of Handles 1 ft. 1 1 1 ,j in. 
 
 Height of Deck at rear end 1 ft. 7 3 4 in. 
 
 Height of Deck at front end 1 ft. 1 34 in. 
 
 Distance outside to outside of Handles 2 ft. 2 3 4 in. 
 
 Width at extreme tront end 1 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Diameter of Wheel 1 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Face of Wheel 2 in. 
 
 Bore of Wheel. 1 ^ in. 
 
 Diameter of Axle 1 , 7 6 i n . 
 
 [ 203 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 = , , . . ^ 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 735 Common Brick Barrow 
 
 This barrow is designed for heavy service in handling brick or paving block. 
 
 Body 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The trame is made of selected seasoned hardwood, carefully mortised and pinned together 
 and securely ironed. The legs are equipped with cast iron shoes and are securely 
 braced. 
 
 Wheel 
 
 In designing the wheel, axle and bearings lor this barrow, we have taken fully into consider- 
 ation the very heavy duty required of such a barrow on many yards. These important 
 parts are adequate and will not disappoint the purchaser. The wheel is of heavy 
 section with substantial hub and rim, and twelve TL'nch oval steel spokes. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 135 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Handles from Dash to end 4 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 2 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Height of Dash 21 in. 
 
 Height to top of Handles 23] :j in. 
 
 Height of Deck at rear end 19 3 4 in. 
 
 Height of Deck at front end 1 3 TY in. 
 
 Distance outside to outside of Handles 2 ft. 2% in. 
 
 Width at extreme front end 21 in. 
 
 Diameter of Wheel 18 in. 
 
 Face of Wheel 2 in. 
 
 Bore of Wheel 1 A in. 
 
 Diameter of Axle 1^ in. 
 
 [ 204 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 . Vt ? 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 4 Spring Barrow for Pressed Brick 
 
 This body is designed for the careful handling of pressed brick, either dry or burned. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Design — 
 
 This is a strong, durable barrow, made of the best seasoned hardwood and securely ironed 
 and braced. It is equipped with quarter springs which cushion the load, preventing 
 loss from chipping. From the saving on this score alone the barrow will prove a 
 profitable investment. The legs are fitted with renewable cast iron shoes. 
 
 Weight - 
 
 92 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Handles 
 
 Height of Dash 
 
 Width of Dash 
 
 Width of Deck at junction of Handles 
 
 Length of Deck 
 
 Diameter of Wheel 
 
 Face of Wheel 
 
 Bore ot Wheel 
 
 Axle 
 
 Bearings 
 
 Springs, sectional three-leaf 
 
 4 ft. 
 
 4 / 2 
 
 in 
 
 
 22 
 
 in 
 
 
 . .20 
 
 in 
 
 1 
 
 ft. 2 
 
 in 
 
 ? 
 
 ft. 1 
 
 in 
 
 
 ic , 
 
 in 
 
 
 1/4 
 
 in 
 
 
 lYr 
 
 in 
 
 in. 
 
 x 18 
 
 in 
 
 in. x 
 
 i M 
 
 in 
 
 in. 
 
 X 20 
 
 in 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 6 Tile Barrow 
 
 The No. 6 is designed to handle tile from the dryer to the kiln. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 84 2^-inch tile. 
 
 60 3-inch tile. 
 
 Other sizes in proportion. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This barrow is built ot selected materials throughout. It is provided with quarter springs, 
 is well balanced, runs easily and saves breakage in transferring unburned tile into the kiln. 
 The springs add to the life of the barrow, and to the ease with which the load is carried. 
 The frame is substantially ironed off and securely braced. 
 
 Weight 
 
 110 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height of Dash . 
 Length of Platform 
 Width of Platform 
 Length over all. 
 Height of Deck . 
 Diameter of Wheel 
 Width of Tire 
 
 . . 24 in. 
 
 ny 2 in. 
 
 .26 in. 
 . .58 in. 
 19 34 in. 
 1734 in. 
 1 3 4 in. 
 
 [ 206 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 This barrow is of long pattern especially for handling tile and sewer pipe from the kiln. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 Twelve 8-inch x 2-toot drain tile or sewer pipe. Other sizes in proportion. 
 
 Design 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This barrow is carefully constructed and well proportioned. The frame is made from 
 selected white oak throughout, carefully mortised and thoroughly braced. The tops of 
 handle bars are protected by steel cover strips 1 % inches x '§ inch. The legs are 
 fitted with renewable cast iron shoes. 
 
 Weight — 112 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Handles 
 
 Height of End Boards 
 
 Width of Deck at junction ot End Boards with Deck 
 
 Length of Deck 
 
 Width at junction of Handles 
 
 Diameter of W heel 
 
 Pace of Wheel 
 
 Length of Axle 
 
 Diameter of Axle 
 
 Size of Bearings 
 
 5 ft. 6 
 . . . .24 
 
 2 2V 2 
 . .34 
 -Y i 
 17Et 
 
 1 5 
 1 6 
 
 in. 
 
 .24Y> 
 
 1 H 
 
 X 234 
 
 m. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 [207] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS YALf C OHIO 
 
 
 American No. 1 Spring Herdic 
 
 This herdic is designed for use in handling sewer pipe and tile in clay plants. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 450 to 500 pounds. 
 
 General 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The frame and body of this herdic are made of seasoned white oak. It is balanced on two 
 elliptic springs, so that the load is carried almost exclusively by the wheels, and there 
 is little weight on the handles. The axles are made of lJdHnch square steel, with 
 bearings 3 inches long. The wheels are made with cast hubs and rims and wrought 
 spokes. The standards or legs are fitted with cast iron shoes. The frame is substantially 
 braced with wrought iron braces. The springs are heavy and sufficiently strong to 
 carry a load equal to the strength of the frame, or approximately 450 to 500 pounds. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 160 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Distance between Tread 
 
 Length of Herdic over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Width of Deck 
 
 Length of Platform 
 
 Height of End Boards 
 
 Height from floor to Platform 
 
 ... 20 
 
 in 
 
 .... 2 
 
 in 
 
 25 
 
 “ J 16 
 
 in 
 
 ... .72 
 
 in 
 
 •30 Vs 
 
 in 
 
 . .23M 
 
 in 
 
 3 ft. 9 
 
 in 
 
 .24 
 
 in 
 
 21 
 
 in 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 . , ^ ^ 
 
 OHIO 
 
 BU CYRUS A 
 
 American Steel Barrow 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The body of this barrow is made of pressed sheet steel, carefully supported on a framework 
 of bent pipe, which projects in front to form handles. This makes a light barrow. The legs 
 are strong and light and are fastened to the pipe frame. The iron wheel runs in a frictionless 
 bearing and the whole barrow is most excellent for convenient use and long lite. It is adapted 
 for sand, ashes, etc. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 No. A- 5 — Capacity, 3 cubic feet. 
 
 No. B-5 — Capacity, 4 cubic feet. 
 
 No. 10 — Capacity, 6 cubic feet. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 * ^ , - . . - ■ . - - . — , > 
 
 BUCYRU S OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 Platform Spring Truck 
 
 
 This truck is designed for use in off-bearing brick, hollow blocks and drain tile from the 
 machine to the dry floors and in wheeling the dried ware into the kilns. It is a general favorite 
 for this work and repeat orders are frequently received from the trade. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 Sixty-four brick, or equivalent in drain tile, fire-proofing and hollow building blocks. 
 
 Design 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The frame work is of hardwood, securely bolted together and rigidly braced, and the con- 
 struction is strong and substantial throughout, with due regard for lightness. The 
 truck is provided with flexible steel springs and is made single or double wheeled as 
 preferred. When furnished with one wheel it can be used on a single-plank runway. 
 Where good floors are available the two-wheel construction is preferable. It is so 
 designed that the load is in perfect balance, which makes the work very light on the 
 operator. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 One- Wheel Truck, 137 pounds. 
 Two- Wheel Truck, 155 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Deck 6 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width of Deck 30 in. 
 
 Height of Deck above floor when loaded 20) £ in. 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 17)4 in. 
 
 Face of Wheels 2 in. 
 
 Bore of Wheels yi in. 
 
 Distance through Hub 3 ) £ in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 r c V-VY-A: 
 
 BU CYRUS W; OHIO 
 
 American No. 736 Single-Handle Slatted Deck Truck for Soft-Mud Brick 
 
 This truck is designed tor handling soft-mud brick in molds or on pallets. By its use they 
 can be transported from the machine to the dry racks or yard at considerable distance without 
 damage. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 5 molds or pallets of brick. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Design — 
 
 This truck is constructed of the very best seasoned hardwood and is securely ironed. The 
 springs are of the best make and carefully selected for the load to be carried. The 
 wheels are of our standard pattern with oval steel spokes. They are of ample size to 
 insure a substantial, easy-running truck. The handle is conveniently arranged and 
 securely braced. The wheels turn on the axle. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 130 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Platform . 
 
 Width of Platform 
 
 Height from floor 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Bore of Wheels 
 
 Distance center to center of Wheels. 
 
 Size of Axle 
 
 Length of Truck over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 . . 5 ft. 0 in. 
 .2 ft. 0 in. 
 .2 ft. 2 in. 
 
 20 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 1 in. 
 . . 19 3 4 in. 
 1 in. square 
 . 6 ft. 5 in. 
 .2 ft. 1 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS STY 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 737 Double-Handle Slatted Deck Truck for Soft-Mud Brick 
 
 This truck is designed for handling soft-mud brick in molds or on pallets. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 5 molds or pallets of brick. 
 
 Design 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This spring platform truck is a duplicate of the No. 736 slatted deck truck with the excep- 
 tion that it is provided with double handles and the bracing and legs are changed to 
 conform. Some customers prefer double-handle trucks. The handles are convenient 
 for the operator and the grips correct in design. The springs and wheels are strong 
 and heavy, insuring ease of operation and rigidity' of construction. The bearings are 
 of our standard roller bearing type. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 155 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Platform 
 
 Width of Platform 
 
 Height of Platform 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Bore of Wheels 
 
 Center to center of Wheels. 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 . .5 ft. 0 
 .2 ft. 0 
 
 2 ft. \y 2 
 
 20 
 
 2 
 
 1 Vs 
 
 16 
 
 .6 ft. 8 
 .2 ft. 1 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
 n. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS ° H I O 
 
 American No. 739 Dry Press Brick Truck 
 
 This truck is designed for transferring dry pressed brick from the machine to the kilns. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 56 standard size brick, 2 j 4 inches thick. 
 
 General — 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The deck of this truck consists of four parallel hardwood bars with separator and end 
 boards. The carrying bars are cushioned with soft rubber strips to protect the green 
 brick from damage. The brick are placed on edge, in two parallel rows, with the 
 heads against the separating bar. This has been found to be the best method for 
 handling pressed brick without injuring the edges. The trame work and bracing are 
 substantial; the materials carefully selected. The wheels are of improved type, with 
 oval steel spokes, cast rims and hubs, and turn on the axle. The general design 
 embodies a collection of excellent features that have appeared in other models of 
 trucks heretofore built by us. The No. 739 is recommended without reserve to all dry 
 press brick-makers. 
 
 Weight — 176 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Over all length of Truck 7 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Height of Deck at front end 2 It. 6 3 4 in. 
 
 Height of Deck at rear end 2 ft. 5 3 4 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 5 ft. 5 7 § in. 
 
 Width over all 2 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 24 in. 
 
 Face of Wheels 2 in. 
 
 Bore of Wheels 1 in. 
 
 Length of Hub 4 in. 
 
 Center to center of Wheels 23 in. 
 
 Springs, 30 inches long, 2 inches wide, two-leaf. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 594 Slatted Deck Truck 
 
 This truck is designed especially for use in assorting burned pressed brick in the kiln when 
 taking them to storage piles. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 84 standard size brick, figured as follows: 
 
 The deck consists of six slats, arranged to receive three courses of brick placed on edge. 
 The length of the deck is 64 inches, which gives a capacity of 28 brick 2 % inches 
 thick per course, or a total of 84 brick. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 General — 
 
 Into this truck have been incorporated most of the valuable features of our No. 1 and 
 No. 736 trucks. The deck slats are 1-Es inches thick, set on edge and mortised into the 
 end cross-bars, which extend 1 inches above the slats. The deck slats are further 
 strengthened by two cross-bars secured to the upper side of the six slats. These cross- 
 bars serve to distribute the load at the handle-bars and to keep all the slats uniformly 
 spaced. The truck is so proportioned that when loaded the weight is in proper 
 balance. It may be used for handling dry press brick from the press, although it is 
 especially designed for burned brick. This truck is also built with a single handle 
 when so ordered. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 154 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Bore of Wheels 
 
 Tread of Wheels. 
 
 .7 ft. 3 in. 
 .2 ft. 4 in. 
 1 ft. 10 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 ... 1 Eg in. 
 1 ft. 8 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 . * ** , 
 
 mm 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 683 Two-Wheeled Spring Platform Truck 
 
 This truck was originally designed to special order to meet the requirements in a large 
 sewer-pipe factory where a heavy platform truck was needed for very exacting service. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 450 to 500 pounds. 
 
 General 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This truck is built especially strong, of hardwood, iron, and steel. It is balanced on two 
 heavy seat-springs, so that the load is light on the handles. The wheels are extra 
 heavy, with steel tires shrunk on to a cast iron rim. The truck is substantially braced 
 and the legs are fitted with cast iron shoes. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 238 pounds. 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Length of Platform . 
 
 Width 
 
 Height 
 
 Springs 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 Face of Wheels . . . . 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 6 ft. 10 in. 
 
 5 ft. 8 in. 
 
 26 in. 
 
 26} 2 in. 
 
 1/2 in. x 30 in. x 4-leaf 
 
 21 in. 
 
 2 l/ 2 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 (is 
 
 BUCYRUS cVrj OHIO 
 
 American No. 114 Platform Truck 
 
 This truck is especially designed for the convenient handling of the cakes of clay on the 
 racks on which they are dried. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 600 to 800 pounds. 
 
 „ . Specifications 
 
 Construction — 
 
 This truck is so built as to allow it to pass underneath the filter press from end to end and 
 receive the cakes of clay direct from the press. In construction it is designed for hard 
 and continuous use, combining strength, durability and ease of operation. The truck 
 is well balanced, the main axle being located near the center of gravity. The end 
 casters are of ample size and strength. The material of which the truck is made is the 
 best obtainable and the bearings are frictionless. The end casters are provided with 
 improved swivel bearings. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 297 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Bed 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width 2 ft. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Bed 1 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 18 in. 
 
 Face of Wheels 8' 2 hi. 
 
 Bore of Wheels 1 pg in. 
 
 Diameter of Axles D 4 in. and turned down to l 1 ^ in. in bearing. 
 
 Diameter of end Casters 6 in. 
 
 Face of end Casters 2Yl in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 This truck 
 struction make 
 
 is used for handling large pipe from dry Boor to kiln. Its design and con- 
 it particularly adapted for this work. The springs prevent breakage of ware. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 The No. 1 Truck will handle pipe from 10 to 16 inches. 
 The No. 2 Truck will handle pipe from 18 to 24 inches. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This truck is made of selected material and is carefully constructed. It is securely ironed 
 and braced and has springs to take up shocks and prevent breakage of wear. The workmanship 
 is first-class. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 No. 1 Truck No. 2 Truck 
 
 Size of Wheels 17 3 4 in- x 2 in. 1 7% in. x 2 in. 
 
 Height of Deck 15/8 in. 16* g in. 
 
 Width over all 2 ft. 9 }, 2 in- 2 ft. 9 } 2 in. 
 
 Length over all 4 ft. 4 5 g in. 4 ft. 107-g in. 
 
 Weight 128 lbs. 160 lbs. 
 
 [217] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 740 Rubber-Cushioned Sewer Pipe Truck 
 
 (Minter Patent) 
 
 This truck is designed for handling dry and semi-dry pipe on the floors, and for removing 
 them from the pallet boards and closing up for reserve kiln stock. It may also be used for 
 returning the pallet boards to the press. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 This Truck will handle all size pipe from 15 to 24 inches. 
 
 . , Specifications 
 
 Advantages — 
 
 Bv the use of this truck the press can be run with fewer boards, owing to the fact that the 
 truck can be used to lift the pipe from the boards and place it on the slatted dry 
 floor as soon as the sockets begin to harden. 
 
 This makes more room on the dry floor, hastens the drying and eliminates all trimming and 
 waste which might be carried into the kiln on the boards. The use of this truck saves 
 loss of time in loading and unloading and prevents chipping and disfiguring the pipe, 
 for the reason that it is maintained in practically a vertical position at all times. 
 
 Design — 
 
 The truck consists of a set of wheels and an axle on which is bolted a main supporting 
 frame. From beneath the cross-head three arm supports extend back towards the 
 handles. The rear ends of these arm supports are bound together by a sub-cross-head, 
 from each end of which a drop iron is bolted to the handles, forming an elastic sup- 
 porting frame. The center arm support has two hand-wheel clamps, to hold the arms 
 rigidly where ever set. This makes the truck quickly adjustable to any size pipe. 
 The supporting arms rest upon a rubber cushion where they pass over the main cross- 
 head, which gives them an elastic bearing to support the load. The arms, where they 
 come in contact with the pipe, are encased with heavy rubber tubing, and the vertical 
 frame, likewise, is faced with rubber at all points of contact to prevent injury to the 
 pipe while in transit. 
 
 [218] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Wheels 
 
 The wheels are of our standard type, 22 inches diameter, 2 inches face, with oval steel 
 spokes. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 215 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Diameter of Prongs 
 
 Height above floor 
 
 Minimum distance between Prongs 
 
 M aximum distance between Prongs 
 
 Length of Handles 
 
 Distance between Handles 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Size of Axle 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 1 ;? 4 in. plus rubber cushions. 
 
 10 in. 
 
 32 
 
 in. 
 
 16 
 
 in. 
 
 30 
 
 in. 
 
 77 
 
 in. 
 
 23 
 
 in. 
 
 22 
 
 in. 
 
 l 
 
 in. 
 
 l. long 
 
 96 
 
 in. 
 
 40 
 
 in. 
 
 [219] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS T"Yj 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 and No. 2 Viall Truck 
 
 This truck is designed for handling and turning sewer pipe. It is handy, strong, durable 
 and efficient. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 The No. 1 Truck will handle 20 to 24-inch pipe, weight 168 pounds. 
 
 The No. 2 Truck will handle 27 to 36-inch pipe, weight 183 pounds. 
 
 Operation — 
 
 As the sewer pipe emerges from the press, bell end down, the truck is run up to receive it. 
 The one large prong is pushed beneath the pallet upon which the pipe rests. The 
 truck is then lowered to the position shown in the cut. The cradle containing the 
 pipe is mounted on a pin or swivel and has a sliding base. This cradle is pulled towards 
 the handles of the trucks and slides easily on the grooved base. When the cradle has 
 been pulled forward it is swung around on its swivel until the position of the pipe has 
 been reversed with the plane end down. The truck is then righted to a perpendicular 
 position, which deposits the pipe on the pallet plane end down, and it is transferred to 
 the dry house. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The frame of this truck is made of the best selected oak, securely ironed and braced. The 
 
 cradle is made of wood, carefully slatted. The wheels are cast iron. The prong is steel and 
 
 the slides in the base are faced with steel. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Size of Wheels 
 
 Distance through Hub 
 
 Size of Axles 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Distance between Handles . 
 Length of Prong 
 
 11 in. x 2\i in. 
 
 3 Li in. 
 
 1 5 8 in- 
 
 ... 5 ft. 4Tg in. 
 
 20^ in. 
 2 ft. 6 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 and No. 2 Pronged Pipe Truck 
 
 This truck is intended for moving large pipe or tile from the machine to dry floor and for 
 transferring them about the plant. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The No. 1 Truck will handle pipe from 12 to 15 inches. 
 
 The No. 2 Truck will handle pipe from 15 to 24 inches. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The handles are of selected wood, are long with well-designed grips. The wheels are steel; 
 large, to insure easy running. The prongs are long, to make it possible to pick up pipe quickly. 
 
 No. 1 Truck Dimensions 
 
 Size of Wheels 17} in. x 1% in. 
 
 Size of Axles, l 5 g in. diameter; 33}^ in- long. 
 
 Width center to center of Wheels 28 3 4 in. 
 
 Width over all 34 in. 
 
 Length over all 5 ft. 5} 2 in. 
 
 Weight 150 lbs. 
 
 No. 2 Truck Dimensions 
 
 Size of Wheels 22 in. x 2 in. 
 
 Size of Axles, in. diameter; 46J/£ in. long. 
 
 Width center to center of Wheels 41 in. 
 
 Width over all 49 in. 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 
 
 Weight 170 lbs. 
 
 [ 221 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 This truck is designed for handling 18-inch, 20-inch, 22-inch and 24-inch sewer pipe on 
 pallets from the press to the dry floor. 
 
 General 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This truck operates on the lever principle, and as the fulcrum is located close to the center 
 of gravity of the load, the operator is enabled to handle 24-inch single and double pipe 
 with ease. The loaded pallet is lifted by substantial cast iron side brackets. By 
 raising the handles the brackets pass close to the floor under the edge of the pallets, 
 and by lowering the handles the load is lifted from the floor. The wheels run on 
 ILg-inch x 6-inch steel axles, which are securely fastened on the wheel frame. The 
 adjustment for different sizes of pallets is secured by loosening the nuts of the bolts 
 which hold the wheel brackets to the main frame. The heads of the bolts slide 
 laterally in slots in the frame so that any desired adjustment for width of pallet can 
 be quickly made. The maximum width of pallet is 43^ inches. 
 
 Frame 
 
 The frame is of seasoned hardwood and the handles are provided with cross-braces and tie- 
 rods. Handles are sustained in a convenient position for the operator by the trolley 
 wheel, which is held in an adjustable clevis. 
 
 Wheels 
 
 The wheels are of our improved type with heavy cast rims and hubs and with twelve 
 Tg-inch x %-inch oval steel spokes. Wheels are 21 inches in diameter, 2 x /l inches face. 
 The hubs are fitted with self-closing oilers. 
 
 Weight — 350 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 7 ft. 10 in. Distance through Hubs... 
 
 Width 4 ft. 5H in. Diameter of Third Wheel 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 21 in. Face of Third Wheel 
 
 Face of Wheels 214 in. Bore of Third Wheel 
 
 Bore of Wheels 1 H in. Maximum width of Pallet 
 
 Length of Handles 
 
 Distance center to center of Handle Grips 
 
 Diameter of Handle Grips 
 
 Distance center to center of Handles where they are attached to frame 
 
 3T2 
 
 d / 2 
 
 ■■■■% 
 43 ^ 
 4 ft. 9 
 ■■22V 2 
 AH 
 ■38^ 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 5 -= 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 Platform Pipe Wagon 
 
 This wagon is designed for handling hollow ware and clay products, either green or burned, 
 where it is not desired to use a spring wagon. It was built to meet the requirements of one of 
 the largest clay manufacturers and has found a ready market. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 1,500 to 2,000 pounds. 
 
 „ „ . _ . Specifications 
 
 Details of Construction — 
 
 This wagon is well built of the very best materials. It is carefully ironed and braced. 
 The wrought iron fifth wheel is of large diameter. All wood used in the frame and 
 deck is of the very best thoroughly seasoned hardwood. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 273 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Top 
 
 Width of Top 
 
 Height above floor 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Diameter of Axle at Bearing 
 
 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 3 ft. 
 
 2 ft. 3 in. 
 . . . .22 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 
 • 1 1 8 in. 
 
 [ 223 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American No. 2 Spring Platform Pipe Wagon 
 
 This wagon is designed tor handling small pipe from the press or elevator to the dry floor 
 or kiln, or for general use about any clay plant. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 1,000 to 1,500 pounds. 
 
 . Specifications 
 
 Details of Construction — 
 
 All wood used in the frame and deck is the best obtainable seasoned hardwood. The 
 wheels are of our latest improved pattern, with oval steel spokes, cast iron rims and 
 hubs. They are equipped with pressed steel caps and cage roller anti-friction bearings. 
 This construction makes the wagon run very light when well loaded. 
 
 Weight — - 
 
 475 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Platform 
 
 Width of Platform . 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 
 
 Face of Wheels 
 
 Size of Axle 
 
 Size of Springs 
 
 Height of Deck from floor 
 
 8 ft. 
 
 3 ft. 4 in. 
 
 20 in. 
 
 2*2 in. 
 
 H'8 in. x 1 Lg in. 
 1 p 2 in. wide x 30 in. long, 4 leaf 
 26 in. 
 
 [224] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 «.***•» 
 
 
 — ^ 
 
 BU CYRUS rr 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 542 Hand Pipe Wagon 
 
 This wagon is designed for handling sewer pipe, tile, hollow ware and other clay products, 
 
 and also for general service in clay or sewer pipe plants. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 From 1,500 to 2,000 pounds. 
 
 Height Specifications 
 
 The extreme height of the platform is only 18 inches above the floor level, hence it will be 
 found especially valuable wherever it is desired to have the load close to the ground. 
 The center of gravity in the loaded truck is kept well down and the possibility of 
 overturning it, is reduced to a minimum. 
 
 Details of Construction — 
 
 It is made of hardwood, framed and iron banded on the corners. It is supported by strong, 
 forged iron braces. The handle is made ot hardwood and is fitted with springs to 
 hold it in a vertical position when loading and unloading, and to prevent its dropping 
 to the ground. It is provided with a strap loop through which ropes may be passed 
 in case it is desired to hitch two or three of the cars together and handle them by mule 
 power in tandem form. 
 
 [225] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRU 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Wheels 
 
 The wheels are made with cast iron hubs and rims, and with wrought steel spokes of oval 
 section. They are provided with protected steel pin bearings of approved design, 
 which make the truck run very light when heavily loaded. 
 
 Weight 
 
 270 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height of Deck above floor level 18 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width of Deck 3 ft. 
 
 Size of Front Wheels 14 in. x 2^ in. 
 
 Size of Rear Wheels 15 in. x in. 
 
 Diameter of Fifth Wheel 14 in. 
 
 Size of Axle. 1 } # in. x lj/g in. 
 
 Distance from center to center of Tread Face of Wheels 2 ft. 5 % in. 
 
 [ 226 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 Mule Truck 
 
 The No. 1 Mule Truck is designed for use about sewer pipe plants and brick yards, and is 
 
 used also extensively in fire-proofing and brick plants where shipments are made by water. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 6,000 pounds. 
 
 ~ „ . Specifications 
 
 Details of Construction — 
 
 The woodwork is made of the best selected seasoned hardwood, ironed off in a very 
 strong and durable manner. The wheels are equipped with steel anti-friction pin 
 bearings. The truck shown in the illustration is constructed with a hand brake, 
 which is omitted unless especially ordered. This illustration shows a tongue attach- 
 ment for handling brick by hand. When so ordered it can be provided with thills, and 
 the illustration shows lugs over which the thills are hooked. 
 
 Weight 
 
 920 pounds. 
 
 Weight of Shafts 
 
 100 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Platform 
 
 Width of Platform 
 
 Height of ends 
 
 Height of Platform 
 
 Diameter of Front Wheels ... 
 Diameter of Rear Wheels . . . . 
 
 Face of all W heels 
 
 Diameter of Fifth Wheel 
 
 Size of Steel Axles 
 
 ft. 
 
 ft. 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 in. 
 .4 ft. 
 8 
 6 
 
 22 in. 
 24 in. 
 .4 in. 
 22 in. 
 
 n. 
 
 in. 
 
 1 p 2 in. x 1 p 2 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 0 Mule Truck 
 
 This truck was designed primarily as a hand wagon for handling dry or burned hollow ware 
 about the factory, yard and kilns. It may also be constructed as a light mule truck and pro- 
 vided with a pair of detachable thills. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 1,500 to 2,000 pounds. 
 
 General 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This truck is built of thoroughly seasoned hardwood, substantially ironed and thoroughly 
 braced and is supplied with large fifth wheel. By means of the end boards at front 
 and back the load is carried without danger of falling off. The bracing, axles, wheels 
 and all iron work are of heavy design, thereby insuring a strong, durable and con- 
 venient truck. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 Weight of Mule Truck with Tongue, 380 pounds. 
 Weight with Shafts, 480 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Width of Top 3 ft. 
 
 Length of Top 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height of Deck above floor 2 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Height of End Boards 2 ft. 
 
 Diameter of Wheels 22 in. 
 
 Face of Wheels 2 in. 
 
 Distance through Hubs 5 in. 
 
 Diameter of Axles with Bearings 1J^ in. 
 
 [ 228 ] 
 
The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYR.US, OHIO, U.S.A. 
 
 Sewer Pipe Machinery 
 
 The demand for better machinery in modern sewer pipe plants has led to almost a complete 
 revolution in the building of this class of clay-working machinery and appliances. 
 
 In these improvements The American Clay Machinery Company has taken a leading part. 
 Our machinery has long been recognized as being well designed and exceptionally well built. A 
 superior combination of methods, material and workmanship has given our line of sewer pipe 
 machinery and appliances a quality which is recognized and which is an assurance of successful 
 operation. 
 
 The clay cylinder is ample and is carefully fitted and bolted, being substantially reinforced. 
 The shafting, disc rod, connecting rods and pistons are large and made of steel; the valves are 
 large and of approved type. In a word, each machine is, in every detail, built according to 
 high-grade engine practice. Our line of cutters includes both automatic and hand power, and 
 we make trucks, rounders, formers, trays, turners, drums and other appliances, as well as any 
 dies which may be required. The frames are carefully made of steel, our steel channel lattice- 
 work frame being a most substantial setting for this class of machinery. The designing of 
 sewer pipe plants for the economical handling of material and ware has been made a special 
 study by our Engineering Department and we will be pleased to take up the matter with those 
 interested. 
 
 American 52-Inch Steam Sewer Pipe Press 
 
 This press embodies in its construction the results of twenty years’ experience in manu- 
 facturing and operating this class of machinery. It is very heavy and massive in all its details, 
 and has been designed especially for the most exacting demands of modern plants, and for 
 effective service in making the larger sizes of pipe, such as 24-inch, 30-inch and 36-inch single 
 and double strength. 
 
 This press has a steam cylinder 52 inches diameter with a 60-inch stroke of piston. The 
 main steam valve is of the balanced piston type, 4 3 4 inches inside diameter. The valve 
 cylinder is bushed, and the piston fitted with snap rings, which effectually prevent leakage of 
 steam. The live steam connections are 3*2 inches, the exhaust 3 inches. 
 
 The clay cylinder is 28 inches inside diameter, bushed with sectional cast iron bushings 
 /Is inch thick to the bottom of the stroke. There is an outside flange on this cylinder, 14*4 
 inches from the top, which rests upon a finished iron plate which is attached to the 15-inch 
 "I" beams that support the press. This supporting plate is made in halves, so that it may be 
 
 [ 229 ] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 OHIO 
 
 BU CYRUS A 
 
 American 52-Inch Steam Sewer Pipe Press 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 S - ■ - . . t- — — - J . — ■/ ■ ^ ^ 
 
 slipped into position and bolted together alter the press is elevated to its proper position, a 
 great convenience in making the installation. 
 
 The steam and clay cylinders are connected with three iron spanners, having finished 
 tenons fitting in corresponding mortises in the cylinder heads. Six 2 1 2 -inch steel tension rods 
 bind the cylinders together. 
 
 There are three cold drawn steel piston rods 3 inches in diameter. These are provided 
 with stuffing boxes of approved design. 
 
 The hollow core stem, 4 3 A inches in diameter, which supports the cores, and through 
 which the knife cutter rod passes, is hung at the top in a three-arm steel yoke attached to the 
 cylinder spanners, at a point immediately underneath the steam cylinder. This core stem is 
 centered at the lower end by means of corrugated steel arms attached to a ring surrounding 
 the stem, and connected with adjusting set-screws that pass through the clay cylinder shell. 
 
 The clay piston is 28 inches in diameter, 4^2 inches in thickness, and is fitted with a 
 crowning cover, and provided with three air valves. It is bushed on the outside with a re- 
 movable steel ring, and with a bronze bushing in the center around the core stem. 
 
 The disc rod is made of finished steel tubing, and is provided with four adjustable concave 
 guide rollers, and two vertical guide bars. The latter are made of 2-inch square cold rolled 
 steel, with both upper and lower ends mounted in adjustable bearings. The yoke on the 
 lower end of the disc rod is fitted with adjustable brass bushings about the square guide rods. 
 By this mechanism the perfect alignment of the disc rod can be maintained at all times. 
 
 The power disc rod controller is operated by a friction-clutch pulley and by a friction 
 brake, the levers to both being conveniently under the control of the pressman. 
 
 When the press is to be used for making small pipe, or other light-weight products in the 
 making of which rapid action of the disc rod is desirable, we can furnish a combined hand and 
 power horizontal controller. When so constructed the change from the power to hand con- 
 troller is easily made and the same smooth, rapid action of the press is obtained that has made 
 our smaller presses such favorites with the trade. For this combination an extra charge is 
 made. We fit this machine with our latest improved knife cutter, belt driven, with twin 
 friction-clutch pulleys as shown in accompanying cut. Cutter knives are not furnished unless 
 dies accompany the press. An 8-inch steam die locker is furnished with the press, and attached 
 to the frame as shown. 
 
 All levers necessary for operating the press are placed convenient to the pressman. 
 
 We can supply with this press two face plates for receiving dies, one for the standard die 
 plates used on the 20-inch clay cylinders, including sizes up to 24 inches, the other for 27-inch, 
 30-inch and 36-inch dies. 
 
 It is not advisable to use this press without the steel frame. The 28-inch press and 
 frame are in consequence always sold together. 
 
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 American 44- Inch Steam Sewer Pipe Press 
 
 The 44-inch Press is Built in Four Sizes: 
 
 Steam cylinder, 44 inches diameter; 50-inch stroke; clay cylinder 20 inches diameter. 
 
 Steam cylinder, 44 inches diameter; 50-inch stroke; clay cylinder 22 inches diameter. 
 
 Steam cylinder, 44 inches diameter; 62-inch stroke; clay cylinder 20 inches diameter. 
 
 Steam cylinder, 44 inches diameter; 62-inch stroke; clay cylinder 22 inches diameter. 
 
 This type of press is built in a very strong and substantial manner throughout. It is 
 strictly a heavy-duty press. Its construction is of the most modern type, great care having 
 been taken to secure rapid operation, correct alignment, suitable provision for adjustment and 
 repair of working parts, together with ease of erection. 
 
 The steam cylinder is designed for a safe working pressure of 150 pounds, with an ample 
 factor of safety. It is fitted with three cold drawn steel piston rods, each of which is provided 
 with a suitable stuffing box. Live steam connections, 3 inches. Exhaust connections, 2 J £ 
 inches. 
 
 The clay cylinder is made in three sections. The upper section is bushed with removable 
 rings to the bottom of the stroke of the clay plunger. There is a heavy double flange on the 
 outside which rests on the “I” beams of the frame on which the press is supported. The 
 middle section contains the adjusting guides to the hollow core stem. The lower section is that 
 to which the dies are attached, and may be constructed to suit any style of die in common use. 
 The diameter of our standard die ring, and the number and diameter of die bolt holes, are 
 uniform with those in use by most other press-makers, so that dies of other makes can usually 
 be attached to this press without alteration. 
 
 The clay piston is bushed about the hollow core stem in the center with a bronze bushing, 
 and is fitted with three air valves and a removable crowning cover. 
 
 The steam and clay cylinders are connected with a cast spanner made in one piece, having 
 turned mortises on both ends to fit corresponding tenons in the lower steam cylinder head and 
 in the upper clay cylinder flange. Six 3 4 -inch steel rods pass through the spanner and bind the 
 cylinders together. This construction insures great strength and rigidity, and at the same time 
 maintains perfect alignment of working parts, cylinders, pistons, piston rods and core stem. 
 
 The main steam valve is of the balanced piston type. This gives the operator perfect 
 control of the press. A safety lever is connected with the steam valve, so that the steam is 
 automatically cut off when the piston reaches the upper end of the stroke. 
 
 The disc rod is made of finished steel tubing. It is kept in perfect alignment by means of 
 
 four concave adjustable guide rolls and two cold rolled steel guide rods, the bearings for which 
 are adjustable in all directions. The disc rod is counter-balanced by weights which may be 
 varied to suit different sizes of pipe. The weights which are located under the operating floor 
 remain constant, and those near the pressman are changed as occasion requires. 
 
 We equip the press with either a vertical controller, bevel geared, as shown in sectional 
 view “B,” or with a horizontal controller, as shown in sectional view “G.” In the latter case 
 the counter-balances are connected direct with leather belts to the controlling sheaves, without 
 intermediate gears. Many prefer the horizontal controller. The counter-balance weights in 
 either case are located in the same convenient manner for making quick changes. The speed 
 and capacity of a press are largely influenced by the ease of operation and perfect balance of 
 
 the disc rod mechanism. In all of our late machines we have made great improvements in 
 
 these directions by introducing pin bearings throughout. 
 
 Our patented knife cutter is of very superior design, and is made in three sizes for cutting 
 single and double strength pipe. The mechanism which actuates the knife is contained in a 
 
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 44-Inch Steam Sewer Pipe Press — Sectional View “B” 
 
 small circular case or knife stock, attached to the lower end of the vertical cutter rod, and 
 located immediately under the die core. When the knife case is set in motion in one direction 
 it thrusts the knife through the pipe, and at the same time revolves and severs the pipe. 
 
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 Reversing the direction of the knite stock withdraws the knife. The action of the knife is 
 positive. The power cutters are driven by twin clutches controlled by a single lever. When 
 the lever is thrown in one direction the pipe is cut, and when in the opposite direction the 
 knife is withdrawn. 
 
 We equip all presses with the hollow core stem suspended from above the clay cylinder in a 
 three-arm yoke, which is attached to the cylinder spanners immediately underneath the steam 
 cylinder. This core stem is centered at the lower end by means of corrugated steel arms con- 
 nected with adjusting set-screws. Our regular automatic knife pipe cutter is used with this 
 hollow core stem, and is driven by a shaft passing through the core stem, and connected with 
 bevel gears to a horizontal pulley shaft at the top. Twin clutch pulleys, with a straight belt 
 on one and cross-belt on the other, drive the cutter shaft, as shown in cut of 52-inch press, 
 also in sectional view “B.” 
 
 Our socket pipe die patterns are all of modern and most improved design, and include sizes 
 from 3 inches to 24 inches, single and double strength. Dies from 3 inches to_16 inches may be 
 
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 fitted with both inside and outside bushings at a slight additional price. Dies from 3 inches to 
 10 inches are usually attached to a face plate. A die consists of four pieces, the outside shell, 
 core, socket former and locking lever. 
 
 Our 7-inch steam die locker is used on the 44-inch presses. It is a very quick and con- 
 venient device for locking and unlocking the socket former on dies from 15 inches up. All 
 levers necessary for operating the press are located convenient to the pressman. 
 
 The 44-inch presses are furnished with steel frames'. This frame is made for delivering pipe 
 on the first floor or the second floor of the factory, as may be required. 
 
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 No. 752 Sewer Pipe Press Feeder 
 
 No. 752 Sewer Pipe Press Feeder 
 
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 No. 752 Sewer Pipe Press Feeder 
 
 The accompanying illustration represents the standard design of clay feeder, which we 
 manufacture for use in charging the prepared clay into sewer pipe presses. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 The feeding capacity of this machine is ample for either a 20-inch, 22-inch, or 28-inch press. 
 The holding capacity of the storage apron is approximately twenty-four cubic feet. 
 
 General 
 
 Specifications 
 
 This is a strong, well-built feeder, the frame work being constructed throughout of heavy 
 timbers, on which substantial shafting, gears and iron work are mounted. 
 
 Drive 
 
 It can be arranged for either right-angle or parallel drive; the one shown in the cut being 
 a right-angle drive. 
 
 Shifter 
 
 The storage apron operates in either direction, the shifting lever being conveniently placed. 
 This double movement is accomplished through a pair of right and left-hand hub 
 clutch pinions. By this provision the operator can keep the storage apron uniformly 
 filled at all times throughout its entire length. This insures quick charging of the press. 
 
 Supporting Rolls — 
 
 The storage apron is supported by a series of rolls. The four at the receiving end of the 
 apron are welded hollow steel tubing, the others are hardwood with steel gudgeons. 
 
 Operator’s Platform — 
 
 The operator’s platform, shown in the lower cut, is so located that the operator can watch 
 the accumulation of clay on the storage apron, as well as the movements of the clay 
 piston, and thus be in position to obtain the maximum speed of press action. 
 
 Speed Roll 
 
 The feeder or speed roll is independently driven, and is so placed as to effectively prevent 
 clogging of the clay in the process of charging, and at the same time it greatly accel- 
 erates the filling of the clay cylinder, and places the material quite uniformly in the 
 cylinder. Many prefer this speed roll to the high-speed feed-belt type of feeder some- 
 times employed. 
 
 Pulley 
 
 The flange driving pulley is 6 inches diameter between flanges, 4d 2 -inch face. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 400 R. P. M. 
 
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 Storage Belt — 
 
 The 24-inch belt forming the bottom of the storage trough may be of standard make of 
 either stitched cotton or of rubber. The proper tension of this storage apron is secured 
 by means ot adjustable take-ups on the rear end bearings so that the apron always 
 responds promptly to the operator’s lexer. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The standard size of the drixing pulley is 36 inches diameter, 6 inches face. 
 
 Speed 
 
 85 R. P. M. gixing 130 feet of storage belt per minute. 
 
 Power Required 
 
 Not to exceed 5 horse-power intermittently. 
 
 Weight 
 
 3,350 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length oxer all 14 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Height oxer all 6 ft. 
 
 Width oxer all 9 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Height of Operator’s Platform 2 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Width of Storage Belt 24 in. 
 
 Speed of Storage Belt 130 ft. per min. 
 
 Height to top of Belt , .3 ft. 5 in. 
 
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 Steam Sewer Pipe Press 
 
 Used for the Manufacture of Various Kinds of Clay Products. 
 
 While the steam press was developed and is used extensively in the manufacture of sewer 
 pipe in all sizes, it is also well adapted for the manufacture of many other kinds of clay prod- 
 ucts, such as drain tile, fire-proofing, hollow building blocks, fire brick, fire clay blocks, paving 
 block and building brick. We make and are prepared to furnish all of the necessary attach- 
 ments required with our steam presses for the manufacture ot these different kinds of clay 
 products. 
 
 When the press is to be used only for making sewer pipe it is furnished with a steel frame 
 for mounting, so that the pipe will be delivered on the second floor of the factory, but when it 
 is to be used for making brick as well as pipe and other kinds of ware it is furnished with a 
 steel frame for mounting, so that the product is delivered on the first floor of the factory. 
 
 Sewer pipe, large drain tile and large sizes ot fire-proofing or hollow building block are 
 delivered from the press in a vertical position and the different dies for this class of product 
 are made to bolt on to the lower end of the clay cylinder. 
 
 When making fire brick, paving block or building brick it is necessary that the column of 
 clay be delivered in a horizontal position, and to accomplish this a goose-neck is attached to the 
 lower end of the clay cylinder and the dies are made to attach to the goose-neck. Small drain 
 tile and small hollow building tile can be made in this way in a horizontal position. For han- 
 dling the goose-neck when not in use on the steam press we use the American No. 741 Goose- 
 neck Truck. 
 
 For cutting the horizontal column of clay we furnish a semi-automatic cutter of suitable 
 design for the class or kind of ware being produced. Brick or hollow blocks may be cut on the 
 same table. Small drain tile may be cut either on an automatic table or on a hand-power 
 cutter. The operator starts the steam press and forces the column of clay through the die and 
 out onto the cutting table until it reaches the end of the platens, he then stops the press and 
 trips the clutch on the semi-automatic cutter. This puts the cutter in motion and cuts the brick. 
 The cutter automatically stops when the cut is completed. The operator then starts the press 
 and the column of clay issuing from the die forces the brick over the cutter and off onto the 
 off-bearing belt. From the off-bearing belt the brick are taken by hand and placed on dryer 
 cars or they may be repressed directly from the off-bearing belt. 
 
 The quality of the ware produced on the steam press is excellent. The capacity of the 
 press is, of course, governed by the nature and character of the clay and the size and kind of 
 ware being produced and by management. A steam press equipped with a 22-inch clay cylinder 
 may be operated at a capacity of from 4,000 to 6,000 bricks per hour or other clay products 
 in proportion. 
 
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 No. 741 Goose-Neck Truck 
 
 This truck is designed for handling the goose-neck which is frequently used in connection 
 with a sewer pipe press for making brick and other materials that it is desired to run and cut off 
 in a horizontal position. The goose-neck is too heavy to be handled conveniently by hand and 
 this truck has been designed to carry it to and from the press. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 The truck is of ample strength to easily carry a load of 1,200 pounds. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The truck is provided with a structural iron platform securely riveted and with an upright 
 frame and supports conforming to the shape of the goose-neck. It is of the fifth-wheel type. A 
 flange near the top of the goose-neck rests upon a corresponding curved angle at the top of the 
 frame while the lower horizontal part sets in a saddle on the cross-frame. 
 
 Wheels — - 
 
 The wheels are our standard pattern with oval spokes and cast hubs and rims. They are 
 18 inches diameter, 2 inches face, with 12 spokes. The tongue or handle is made of 
 pipe securely braced and fitted with wooden grips. 
 
 Weight 
 
 775 pounds. Dimensions 
 
 Wheel Base 5 ft. 
 
 Length over all 10 ft. 
 
 Width over all 4 ft. 
 
 Height 6 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Height from floor line to bottom of Channel Iron Frame 1 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Distance between Hubs of Wheels 3 ft. 2 in. 
 
 Size of Pipe used in Tongue 1 '4 in. 
 
 Diameter of Wheel 18 in. 
 
 Face of Wheels 2 in. 
 
 Length of Hub 4 in. 
 
 Bore of Wheels \% in. 
 
 Axles 2 inches square by 3_ft. 11^ inches long. 
 
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 Standard Sewer Pipe Shapes 
 
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 Sewer Pipe Dies 
 
 We give the construction of our sewer pipe dies a great deal of thought, proportioning 
 them so as to give the least trouble possible and to form the pipe with the least waste of time 
 and material. We also take the clay we have to work with into consideration and as nearly as 
 possible shape the dies to suit this material. We spare no time or expense in machining our 
 dies, to get as near as possible perfect working surfaces for the clay to slide on, which is neces- 
 sary for good working dies. We study the strength necessary and distribute the material and 
 give sufficient weight to insure a high factor of safety and prevent annoying and expensive 
 breaks. Pipe spalling, cracking and warping can often be overcome by designing the dies to 
 overcome the defects. 
 
 Set of Sewer Pipe Dies 
 
 The accompanying cut shows a set of sewer pipe dies usually sent out with our medium 
 size of presses. The set includes all standard sizes from 4 inches up to 24 inches. Larger dies 
 are furnished with our larger presses. Our dies are accurately planed and fitted: are unexcelled 
 in quality. 
 
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 Socket Boards 
 
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 American Balanced Bow Drain Tile Cutter 
 
 Balanced Bow Drain Tile Cutter, for Sewer Pipe Press 
 
 Our Balanced Bow Cutter has been especially designed for cutting drain tile, hollow block, 
 conduits and hollow fire-proofing. For this class of hollow ware this cutter will be found neat, 
 strong, light and serviceable. It is well designed, strong, and works free and easy, making a 
 clean cut. This cutting table can be attached to our 44-inch sewer pi pe press. It is designed 
 with a substantial vertical turned shaft, passing through a bracket guide which is bolted to the 
 
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 side of the clay cylinder of the press and through a guide casting secured to the floor. To the 
 upper end is attached a chain or cable which passes over grooved rollers and to which weights 
 are attached sufficient to balance the cutter. The wire frame is made of pipe and two sets of 
 wire fasteners are provided. The wire frame is mounted loose on the vertical rod, so as to swing 
 on same in cutting the ware. The gauge is also mounted on the vertical shaft to gauge the 
 length of the ware. The shaft and cutter frame can be raised and lowered at will and are easy 
 to handle. 
 
 American Horizontal Hollow Block Cutter for Sewer Pipe Press 
 
 Where hollow blocks, conduit, drain tile and similar ware is made on a sewer pipe press a 
 better method of cutting than that usually supplied becomes necessary. For the cutting of this 
 class of hollow ware we have designed our horizontal cutter, shown in the accompanying cut. 
 This cutter is built in a light, strong and very durable manner, to give an easy movement and 
 insure long-continued satisfactory service. The material from which this cutter is built is care- 
 
 fully selected and the workmanship is superior. It consists of a table resting on top of the bal- 
 ance or disc rod of the sewer pipe press. This table has suitable adjustable guides for receiving 
 a horizontal reciprocating wire frame, having two upright wire bars, to which adjustable wire 
 holders are attached. This permits different lengths of ware to be cut. The reciprocating 
 frame is large enough to cut one block at a stroke and another at the return stroke without 
 returning the wire through the cut. A pallet, or board with cleats, is placed on top of the table 
 to receive and handle the larger blocks or tile. 
 
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 Dry Press Brick Machinery 
 
 In the manufacture of high-grade dry press brick nothing is more essential to success than 
 the proper preparation of the clay. It should be carefully and thoroughly ground, pulverized 
 and screened to the consistency of Hour and should be delivered to the press in practically a dry 
 condition, only a small amount of moisture being incorporated with it. 
 
 The prepared clay is deposited in bins directly over a revolving press feeder or over the 
 hopper of the press, the press feeder or bin being connected with the press hopper by two flex- 
 ible canvas tubes. At each revolution of the machine the automatic charger moves forward, fills 
 the molds and withdraws. The top and bottom plungers then move toward each other in the 
 mold, subjecting the material between them to an enormous pressure from both top and bottom. 
 This double pressure insures a dense, compact brick, containing the greatest possible amount of 
 material, and does away with soft centers and stratified texture when burned. Each brick comes 
 from the press with sharp, well defined corners, perfect angles and highly polished sides. The 
 brick are raised in the molds under pressure and are ejected by the lower plunger. The forward 
 movement of the charger pushes the brick upon the table, from which they are removed by the 
 attendant to the trucks, barrows or dry cars, and the operation is repeated. 
 
 It is the practice of some factories to set the brick directly into the kiln from the press, 
 
 while others prefer to dry them in an artificial dry kiln before they are burned. While the 
 
 advisability of drying before burning depends somewhat on the nature of the clay, it is generally 
 conceded that more uniform results and a more desirable product can be secured if the brick 
 are dried. 
 
 The amount of clay that can be successfully compressed into a brick of a given size depends 
 largely upon the nature of the clay and the length of time the pressure remains upon the brick. 
 Our machines are provided with a feed regulator for controlling the amount of clay the charger 
 deposits in the mold. The feed may be quickly changed by means of a simple mechanism 
 placed underneath the discharging table within easy reach of the operator. 
 
 In building our Dry Press Brick Machinery we use the best and most generously propor- 
 tioned steel shafting, long bearings and proportionately strong gearing. In those parts which 
 sustain the greatest strain and are subject to the most severe service, steel forgings and steel 
 castings are employed. I he mold frames are very heavy and are conveniently constructed for 
 making cpiick changes of liners, for the purpose of regrinding, or for a change in size. Inter- 
 changeable liners of the most durable materials are used. They can be reground when worn. 
 
 The upper and lower plungers are arranged for steam connections. 
 
 In design and construction these presses are built for efficient service. They are simple, 
 accurate and substantial, and are carefully constructed and thoroughly tested before leaving the 
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 American No. 701 Dry Press Brick Machine 
 
 This press is the latest development in construction oi machines of similar design that have 
 been in use many years. It has been strengthened in all its principal working parts by in- 
 creasing the size of the respective parts, and we have substituted open hearth steel castings and 
 semi-steel castings for many parts that were formerly made of gray iron castings, which has 
 given us a press proportioned in every part to withstand exceptionally severe service. 
 
 Gears 
 
 Specifications 
 
 All gears are made of an excellent semi-steel mixture and the teeth are machine cut. The 
 master gears are made of our standard semi-steel mixture consisting of No. 1 selected 
 pig iron with 30 per cent of new crop ends of standard steel rails with a small per- 
 centage of Mayari pig iron, which gives a very excellent wearing material and one 
 that tests from 36,000 to 40,000 pounds tensile strength. 
 
 Gear Shields — 
 
 The master gears and pinions are enclosed in suitable steel plate covers to protect them 
 from the surrounding dirt and grit and to guard the operators from possible accident. 
 
 Pinions 
 
 Working into the master gears are open hearth steel pinions with cut teeth, which, in com- 
 bination with the hard semi-steel gears, insure smooth running and durability. 
 
 Semi-Steel Parts - 
 
 In addition to the master gears and intermediate gear, the following parts are made of semi- 
 steel: Right and left-hand side frames, upper and lower toggles, upper cross-head, 
 charger cam and charger arms. 
 
 Open Hearth Steel Castings — 
 
 In addition to the steel pinions, which are cut from open hearth steel blanks, the following 
 parts are made from open hearth steel castings: Lift-out rocker shaft and connect- 
 ing parts, lift-out rocker arm, lift-out cam, lift-out cam arm. lift-out cylinders, lower 
 cross-head and charger cam arm. 
 
 Top Toggle Pin — 
 
 The top toggle shaft has been enlarged in this machine to 7 l o inches diameter, the largest 
 diameter in the previous models being 6 1 2 inches. It is forged from open hearth steel 
 of from 60 to 80 carbon, which insures good wearing surfaces and great strength. 
 
 Center Toggle Pin — 
 
 This shaft has been increased to 7 inches in diameter and is made from the same specifica- 
 tions as the top toggle pin. 
 
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 Lower Toggle Pin — 
 
 This shaft has a bearing throughout its entire length of the cross-head and is made of the 
 same materials as the center and upper toggle pins. 
 
 Side-Bars 
 
 The tension side-bars are of heavy section and are forged from steel that shows a tensile 
 strength of 80,000 pounds, with not to exceed 20 per cent elongation in 2 inches. The 
 entire pressure is sustained by these forgings and they have been designed of ample 
 strength to meet every possible requirement. 
 
 Cross- Head 
 
 The semi-steel upper cross-head is made from strengthened pattern. The shaft in same has 
 
 a bearing throughout its entire length w 
 
 Charger Table 
 
 The charger table is faced with removable 
 be refaced at small cost. This is an 
 sharp silica sand. 
 
 ich makes a very rigid construction. 
 
 steel plate, so that when it becomes worn it can 
 important provision in a press working ores or 
 
 Mold Frame 
 
 The front section of the mold frame is likewise faced with steel liners to take care of 
 renewals. 
 
 Mold Charger 
 
 Both the top and 
 plates, which 
 wear on this 
 charger when 
 
 bottom wearing surfaces of the charger are faced with removable steel 
 serve to greatly strengthen the charger as well as to take care of the 
 important part, as well as obviating the necessity of installing a new 
 the surfaces become worn. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 All bearings are large, and, with the exception of the charger rocker shaft, are' babbitted 
 with a high grade of bearing metal. The charger rocker shaft is bronze bushed. 
 
 Mold 
 
 The mold liners are what we designate as soft back steel liners. They can be readily 
 removed and replaced when worn. 
 
 Steam Heat 
 
 The upper and lower mold standards and discharge table are connected with steam pipes, 
 so that the molds and pressure plates are steam heated, thereby preventing the mate- 
 rials from adhering to them. Most materials stick badly when the die plates are cold, 
 but give very little trouble with the steam heated plates. 
 
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 Operating Lever 
 
 The operating lexer is placed at the right hand of the mold table in a convenient location, 
 and with a single stroke of this lever the clutch on the driving pulley is disconnected 
 anti the clutch on the brake is thrown in so that the machine can be instantly stopped. 
 
 Depth of Material 
 
 There is a regulating wheel for depth of material. It is located immediately underneath the 
 discharge table and in front of the operator, so that in case of variation of the material 
 in moisture or other ingredients the depth of material can be increased or diminished, 
 as may be necessary, to secure the proper pressure on the briquettes. Turning the 
 wheel to the right or left a very short distance gives a required adjustment. 
 
 Gear Ratio 
 
 The machine is back geared 34.2 to 1, which gives ample power to deliver the greatest 
 pressure required for successfully making Dry Press Brick. 
 
 Pulley — 
 
 The press is equipped with a 36 x 83^-inch American friction-clutch pulley with 22-inch 
 clutch. The pulley is keyed to the driving shaft and the latter is supported by an 
 outboard bearing in addition to the two bearings in the side frames. 
 
 Weight 
 
 32,000 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 9 
 
 Extreme height above floor line 
 
 Length of foundation 
 
 Width of foundation 
 
 Depth of foundation 
 
 Distance from center line of Machine to center line of Pulley 
 
 6 in. wide x 8 ft. long 
 
 8 ft. 6 in. 
 
 12 ft. 7 in. 
 
 8 ft. 1 1 E 2 in. 
 
 5 ft. 8 in. 
 
 4 ft. 1 1 2 in. 
 
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 American Four-Mold Model “C” Dry Press Brick Machine 
 
 The 1918 model “C” press shown in the accompanying cut is designed especially for making 
 high-grade press brick. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 1,600 brick per hour at speed of 240 R. P. M. of the driving pulley or seven molds per 
 minute. 
 
 2,000 brick per hour at speed of 285 R. P. M. of the driving pulley or eight and one-third 
 molds per minute. 
 
 34.2 revolutions of the pulley gives one mold of four brick. The machine is usually speeded 
 at from 7 to 10 molds per minute. 
 
 „ . , ,, Specifications 
 
 Special 1 natures — 
 
 The press is self-contained, the heavy side frame being mounted on a massive bed plate. 
 All parts subject to excessive strain are made of steel. The application of power is 
 uniformly distributed upon the frame, the crank shaft and kindred parts by the use 
 of two master gears, on one of which is mounted the lift-out cam and on the other the 
 charger cam. This is a most valuable feature. In comparison with the earlier models 
 of this press, we have now incorporated in its construction many details which serve 
 to steady its movements and to greatly increase the durability as well as the ease of 
 making repairs to the mold table, the charger, the cams and the friction rollers. The 
 charger shaft, the toggle shafts, and the main crank shaft have been greatly enlarged 
 and the machine, as now offered, possesses all of the refinements in materials, in design 
 and in workmanship that have resulted from experience in its operation in many plants 
 over a long period of time. 
 
 Clutch Pulley and Brake — 
 
 It is supplied with a triction-clutch driving pulley and a clutch brake mounted on the same 
 shaft and actuated by a single lever. This enables the operator to start or stop the 
 machine instantly, with the pressure heads in any desired position. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The shaft bearings in the frame are babbitted, are unusually long, and are so arranged that 
 the wear can be taken up in the most effective manner. 
 
 Gears 
 
 All gears are of ample proportions for the most severe duty. The master gears are made 
 from our semi-steel gear metal, giving great durability and strength. The pinions are 
 open hearth steel and both gears and pinions have machine cut teeth. 
 
 Toggles 
 
 The toggle movement is composed of forged steel shafts and so arranged as to present 
 almost the entire surface of the under side of the shafts to the line of pressure. Special 
 attention is called to this point, as this arrangement is of great value, inasmuch as the 
 toggles will have the maximum of surface and therefore will wear longer than any other 
 possible combination of parts. Another advantage of this arrangement of the toggles is 
 that the shafts always compress from their lowest side, thus assuring a most positive 
 lubrication. 
 
 Side- Bars — 
 
 The side-bars are of forged steel, of sufficient sectional area to withstand a tensile strain of 
 over 1,560 tons without danger of breaking. The bars are located in such a manner as 
 
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 to serve as guides for the upper and lower cross-heads, thus assuring the perfect align- 
 ment of these parts and preventing any of the brick from being thicker at one end 
 than at the other, and likewise providing an easy adjustment of the gibs on the cross- 
 heads to compensate for wear. 
 
 Ejecting of Brick 
 
 The method of ejecting the brick from the mold is very simple. The side-bars do not move 
 upward with the brick, but only the lower cross-head, thus relieving the machine from 
 the extra labor involved with such arrangement. 
 
 Mold Frame and Liners 
 
 The construction of the mold frame is a great improvement over designs heretofore 
 employed. By it the liners can be removed in a very few minutes’ time, whenever it is 
 necessary to change the size of the mold or to renew the liner plates. The adjustment 
 of the liner plates is regulated entirely from the outside of the frame, the molds are 
 easily accessible, and the entire design is ot the most convenient and substantial char- 
 acter. The liners may be reground when worn without enlargement of the mold 
 cavities. 
 
 Adjustments 
 
 The adjustments for controlling the charger, for regulating the depth of material in the 
 mold, and for maintaining the lower pressure plates level with the table, are of the most 
 improved type, and are the result of long experience in designing presses of this char- 
 acter and in operating them in brick manufacturing establishments. 
 
 Charger 
 
 The charger has an extra long throw, and is equally well adapted to the Roman size brick 
 as to standard size. It is also arranged so as not to drag the material to the back end 
 of the mold, but distributes it evenly, which insures equal density throughout the brick. 
 
 Pressure 
 
 The press is constructed so that the upper plunger dwells on the brick under pressure the 
 longest possible time, thus assuring a perfect bond. Another important feature that 
 this press embodies is that it does not press the material simultaneously from the top 
 and bottom, but alternately, which insures the expulsion of the atmosphere from the 
 brick. It also moves the brick in the mold box under pressure, which not only insures 
 a finer polish, but prevents any seam or weakness around the middle of the face of 
 the brick. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 This press is equipped with an American friction-clutch driving pulley, 36 inches diameter, 
 8 inches face, with 22-inch clutch. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley for a capacity of 1,600 brick per hour, 250 revolutions per minute. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required, 15 to 25 horse-power. 
 
 Weight — 30,060 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 
 
 Extreme height above floor line 
 
 Length of foundation 
 
 Width of foundation 
 
 Depth of foundation 
 
 Distance from center line of Machine to center 
 
 9 ft. 6 in. wide by 8 ft. long 
 
 8 ft. 6 in. 
 
 12 ft. 7 in. 
 
 8 ft. 1 1 3 2 in. 
 
 5 ft. 8 in. 
 
 line ot Pulley . .4 ft. 134 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 American No. 599 Six-Mold Dry Press Brick Machine 
 
 This machine is designed for the manufacture of dry press clay brick, fire brick and sand- 
 
 lime brick, and can also be used for making a limited number of ornamental shapes. 
 
 Rated Capacity per Hour 
 
 This machine, speeded at 200 R. P. M., gives eight pressures per minute and a capacity of 
 2,880 brick per hour. Capacity per hour is dependent upon the speed at which it is 
 operated, as indicated above, and the usual range is from 2,300 to 3,600 brick per hour. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Design Result of Long Experience — 
 
 This press is built in such a substantial manner that it will stand many years of hard 
 service, at the same time turning out an excellent product. It is the result of a long 
 period of practical experience in designing and operating machines of this type. It is 
 constructed on the simplest possible lines, and all its parts are readily accessible and 
 easily kept in repair. 
 
 Pressure on Brick - 
 
 The mechanical movements of the press are such that the lull pressure is maintained upon 
 the brick for a maximum interval. This result is accomplished, however, without loss 
 of time or diminution of capacity. Thus brick are produced that are perfect in form, 
 of uniform consistency, and without a flaw, seam or granulation in any part. 
 
 Starting and Driving Mechanism 
 
 The machine is supplied with an American friction-clutch pulley, with clutch brake mounted 
 on the same shaft, both being actuated by a single lever conveniently located at the 
 right of the mold table. This enables the operator to start or stop the machine 
 instantly, and gives him complete control over it at all times. 
 
 Stresses Not on Frame — 
 
 The stresses incident to the pressing of the brick are borne by two massive forged steel 
 tension bars. These side-bars not only actuate the lower cross-head when the brick 
 are being pressed, but they also serve as guides for both upper and lower cross-heads. 
 The gibs on both cross-heads are of ample length, and, as both slide up and down on 
 the same bars, it is evident that the plungers are kept in perfect alignment and in 
 perfect register with the mold at all times. 
 
 Toggle Movement 
 
 In this machine the pressure is applied by means of powerful toggles, accurately finished 
 and of abundant strength. The mechanism is so arranged that the wear comes on the 
 bottom of the three toggle shafts, thus making perfect lubrication possible. 
 
 Ejection of Brick — 
 
 The method of ejecting the brick from the mold is such that the side-bars, toggles and 
 upper cross-head do not move upward with the brick, the lower cross-head only being 
 lifted to bring the brick flush with the top of the mold. 
 
 Mold Charger 
 
 The mold charger is arranged with separate side guides, which serve the double purpose of 
 relieving the wearing action of the charger on the mold table and of preventing any 
 chattering or vibrating while the bricks are being pushed out onto the mold table. 
 This feature will be greatly appreciated by all experienced users of vertical presses. 
 The charger is driven and timed by a cam mounted on the master gear. All parts 
 actuating it are readily accessible from the rear ot the machine, enabling the operator 
 to remove the charger in a very few minutes should this at any time become necessary. 
 
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 American No. 599 Six- Mold Dry Press Brick 
 
 Machine 
 
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 Destruction of Mold Box 
 
 The mold box is so designed that the liners can be removed and renewed in the shortest 
 possible time. The adjustment of the liners is regulated entirely from the outside of 
 the frame, the work being easily and quickly done. This is a very valuable feature, 
 and one that will commend itself to all practical brick-makers. The mold liners may 
 be reground and replaced without any enlargement of the mold cavities. 
 
 Adjustments — 
 
 The several adjustments of the press are easily made. The thickness of the brick can be 
 changed in a few moments’ time. The lower die plates can be made flush with the 
 mold table by the simple operation of adjusting a right and left-hand nut located on 
 the ejecting bar outside of the frame of the press and readily accessible. It will be 
 noted therefore that these adjustments are peculiar to this machine, and are of great 
 value to the practical operator. 
 
 Bearings and Gearing — 
 
 The bearings are long, of large diameter, and arranged so that the wear can be taken up in 
 the most effective manner. The main gearing is massive and well adapted to driving 
 the heavy steel crank shaft which is connected by a pitman to the toggle mechanism. 
 
 Frame and Bed Plate — 
 
 The press is self-contained, and provided with a heavy and substantial main bed plate on 
 which the side-frames are mounted and securely bolted. The side-frames are so made 
 that the operator can readily reach the rear of the cross-head to remove the upper 
 pressure plates when necessary. 
 
 Driving Pulley - 
 
 The machine is equipped with 42-inch x 10 1 2 -inch American friction-clutch driving pulley 
 with 18-inch clutch. Gear ratio, 25 to 1 . 
 
 Speed — 
 
 Speed of driving pulley approximately 200 R. P. M., according to the capacity desired and 
 the character of the work. 
 
 Power Required — 
 
 Power required to operate this machine is approximately 20 H. P. When operated at a 
 higher speed than 200 R. P. M., the horse-power increases proportionately. 
 
 Weight 
 
 26,428 pounds, including one standard mold. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 9 ft. 
 
 Height over all above foundation 
 
 Projections below foundation 
 
 Length of foundation over all 
 
 Width of foundation over all 
 
 Depth of foundation 
 
 Length from center of Driving Pulley to center of Machine 
 
 Length from center of Machine to center of Outboard Bearing 
 
 10 in. wide, 8 ft. long 
 
 8 ft. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 11 ft. 1 in. 
 
 6 ft. 
 
 6 ft. 4 in. 
 
 5 ft. 
 
 6 ft. 3 in. 
 
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TH E AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American No. 1 Agitating Clay Feeder 
 
 This machine is designed for mixing and feeding clays, sand, etc. As a feeder for drv 
 presses it is excellently adapted, serving also as an equalizer or overflow receiver to take care of 
 
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 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Ample for a capacity of 1,600 to 2,000 brick, or, in other words, for model “C” press. 
 
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 How Installed — Specifications 
 
 This feeder is mounted immediately above the brick press and the two feeding tubes from 
 the press hopper are attached direct to the two 8-inch pipe flanges in the base plate 
 of the agitating pan. 
 
 Construction 
 
 In construction the machine consists of a large steel pan or tub having two openings in the 
 bottom through which the material passes to the press. In the center of the tub is a 
 vertical shaft to which is attached a heavy arm operating a drag which contains the 
 agitating device. This drag consists of a horizontal knife bar, vertically adjustable on 
 the center shaft, provided with a- series of steel blades on the under side. This knife 
 bar revolves with the shaft and adjusts itself to accommodate the amount of material 
 in the machine. 
 
 Operation 
 
 The machine is made entirely of iron and steel, and is simple, strong and durable. The 
 materials to be mixed are spouted into the machine near the center, and by the action 
 of the agitating blades they are thoroughly mixed and at the same time gradually 
 move toward the discharge openings. 
 
 General — 
 
 The shafts are steel and all bearings are long and well babbitted. The feeder is back 
 geared four to one. Each machine is erected complete and thoroughly inspected in our 
 factory before shipment. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is fitted with tight and loose driving pulleys, 30 inches in diameter, 6 inches 
 face. When desired a friction-clutch pulley can be substituted. 
 
 Speed 
 
 The pulleys are ordinarily run at from 40 to 60 R. P. M., according to capacity desired. 
 Speed of agitating shaft 10 to 20 R. P. M. 
 
 Power 
 
 The power required to operate this machine is approximately 5 H. P. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 1,728 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length 8 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width 4 ft. 
 
 Height 4 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Size of Pan 48 in. diameter, 24 in. deep 
 
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 American No. 7 Hand -Power Screw Press 
 
 A hand-power press is a valuable and convenient 
 machine to have about a plant. It can be used on short 
 runs or special sizes and in the general work of the plant. 
 
 Our No. 7 Screw Press is adapted for pressing granu- 
 lous clay into dry press brick, fine floor tile, mantel tile 
 or fancy shapes. This press is furnished with a long 
 handle, fitted with adjustable weight balls, which makes 
 operation easy, no matter what size of ware is being 
 pressed. An ingenious device discharges the tile when 
 the screw is run up. The planed surfaces of the upper 
 side frame are bolted to the base casting, which is planed 
 to insure a perfect joint. Heavy steel tie-rods add to 
 the strength of the press. 
 
 The mold box has a depth of 4 to 8 inches, as may 
 be ordered, according to requirements. Largest mold 
 that can be used is 12 inches square. All molds are 
 carefully made to the exact size and design as ordered. 
 
 Floor space, 2x3 feet; height, 6 feet 6 inches; height 
 to top of table, 32 inches. 
 
 Weight, 2,400 pounds. 
 
 American 
 No. 172 Briquette 
 Press 
 
 The American Briquette Press is adapted to the manufac- 
 ture of small sample dry press brick. The frame is a substantial 
 one-piece casting carefully machined. The pressure is applied by 
 a lever acting in connection with a toggle. The depth of mold is 
 adjustable and the one lever ejects the brick when pressed as 
 well as applying the pressure. The capacity is limited to the 
 speed of the operator. Good samples can be made on this press 
 and the pressure plates can be lettered with name of the com- 
 pany or trade name of the brick, thus making a good advertise- 
 ment. 
 
 The press is 14 inches wide, 18 inches long, and 5 feet high, 
 including the lever. Size of mold, 3 AY inches by 1 % inches. 
 Size of clay hopper, 7 inches diameter; depth, 6 inches. 
 
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The American Ceat Machinery Company 
 
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 The Roofing Tile Industry 
 
 Clay as a rooting material is ot by no means recent origin. The earliest history of civiliza- 
 tion finds a clay-covered thatch as the roof of even the most primitive habitation. It is only in 
 comparatively recent years that attention has been turned to the evolution of unbaked clay as a 
 roofing material to the excellent roofing tile of today. The change came by degrees until the 
 United States took up the industry and with characteristic energy pushed it to prominence and 
 perfection. The earlier history of this country found roofing tile inadvisable for use. Though 
 this roofing material has been in use in foreign countries for centuries, the cheaper material to 
 be had here in abundance prevented the use of tile. Demand has placed the wooden shingle out of 
 the race because the forests of the country are disappearing and because the many slate quarries 
 have been making inroads upon the territory of the wooden shingle. The cost of the slate has 
 been increased with the advance in the price of labor, and the manufacture of roofing tile has 
 been perfected to such an extent that there is little difference in the cost of a good slate roof 
 and one of roofing tile. From a permanent investment standpoint and taking appearances into 
 consideration, the roofing tile is by far superior and the demand has increased accordingly. 
 
 The manufacture of roofing tile depends largely upon the clay, and the clay worker who 
 has a clay which will make a good roofing tile is particularly fortunate. There is a ready 
 demand for good roofing tile at a good price anti the manufacture is removed from the closer 
 competition which exists in the marketing of some of the other clay products. The equipment 
 of a roofing tile plant is not extensive, though the handling of the product must be carefully 
 looked after to insure a first-class article. On the quantity of products depends the size of the 
 equipment, but whether you desire a large or small capacity plant you will find in this cata- 
 logue the necessary machinery and appliances to exactly meet your needs. In the making of 
 clots or blanks for pressing into tile, our heavy auger machinery can be used with almost an 
 unlimited capacity, or some of the smaller and slower machinery can be installed. In presses 
 there is the same range from heavy machines of large capacity down to the hand-power presses. 
 In other machinery there is a similar range. If it is desired to add a roofing tile branch to an 
 already established clay plant or to change a plant to the manufacture of roofing tile, it is prob- 
 able much of the present equipment can be used. If you are interested in this branch of the 
 clay trade it would be an excellent plan to have your clay tested for the manufacture of roofing 
 tile. Our clay testing department can make this test for you and will send you finished samples 
 showing just what can be done with your clay. 
 
 Correspondence is solicited and will receive prompt attention. 
 
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 Standard Roofing Tile Shapes 
 
 Mission Tile 
 
 Spanish Tile 
 
 Roofing Tile Designs 
 
 While there are a number 
 of standard styles of roofing tile, 
 clay shingles, finials and crest- 
 ings, there are also a number ol 
 specials in the trade. Some of 
 these cannot be made by ma- No - 1 
 
 chinery, but are strictly hand- 
 made shapes. Where it is pos- 
 sible to make a design by machinery we can supply the machines and appliances best adapted 
 to the work. We can also supply any dies wanted for any standard or special shapes. The 
 designs here shown are only a few of many, and in addition to roofing tile and clay shingles 
 they show finials, crestings and hip rolls. Correspondence is solicited relative to machinery, 
 methods and other particulars regarding the manufacture of roofing tile. 
 
 No. i 
 
 French Inter-Locking Tile 
 
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 The Manufacture of Roofing Tile 
 
 We h ave received numerous inquiries regarding the equipment of a roofing tile plant, cost of 
 buildings, machinery, operation, etc. While we build a complete line of machinery for manufac- 
 turing roofing tile, it would be a difficult matter to give accurate figures without going thor- 
 oughly into the conditions which exist in each particular case, anti being fully advised as to the 
 capacity desired and styles of tile to be manufactured. There is such a wide variance in con- 
 ditions and equipment that no two plants would figure exactly alike. 
 
 In order to make an intelligent estimate as to the cost of the plant, we should first become 
 familiar with the circumstances and conditions governing the erection and operation of the plant, 
 and should also prepare detail plans and specifications. There is such an increasing demand for 
 roofing tile that it will be found advisable to so design and equip the plant that the capacity can 
 be increased without disturbing the initial plant. As in the manufacture of other clay products 
 there are different methods and practices in vogue, the best or most acceptable of which must be 
 adopted. In the manufacture of roofing tile it is not always advisable to use the material direct 
 from the bank. It is often best to harvest the clay and put it through a sweating and weather- 
 ing process before attempting to use it. Where this is found advisable we recommend installing 
 a clay storage building sufficient to hold six or eight months’ supply. Through the center of 
 this building an elevated track should be installed. The clay can be loaded in cars at the bank 
 and drawn up into the building, where it should be deposited in a long, narrow pile and allowed 
 to weather thoroughly before being used. To save expense in handling the clay from the stor- 
 age shed, a conveyor extending the full length ot the building should be installed under the floor 
 of the storage shed. The conveyor should be installed in such a way that the clay can be fed 
 to it by one man and delivered directly to the grinding machinery. The clay should be ground 
 and screened very fine, and lor this purpose a dry pan and screen should be used. After being 
 screened the material is deposited in a clay storage bin, from which it is delivered as required 
 to a wet pan. In the wet pan the material is thoroughly pugged and tempered, and from the 
 wet pan it is delivered to a special balling machine, which forms the clay into balls convenient 
 for handling. These balls of clay are placed in what is called the wet storage bin or cellar, 
 where the clay is allowed to remain for some time before it is manufactured into tile. This wet 
 storage process is found very beneficial and assists materially in producing tile of good quality. 
 From the wet storage cellar the material is carried automatically and delivered to a pug mill 
 or second balling machine, from which it is delivered directly to the tile-making machine, or to a 
 machine which forms the clots to be repressed it interlocking roofing tile is to be manufactured. 
 For the equipment of a modern and model plant we recommend the following machinery: 
 
 Four clay cars, one winding drum with cable, one dry pan, one screen, one wet pan, two 
 taper tub pug mills, two automatic cutters for cutting balls, necessary elevators and conveyors 
 to handle the material as near automatically as possible, two auger machines (one fitted with 
 dies and cutters to manufacture “S ’’-shaped tile and clay shingles, the other fitted with dies and 
 cutters to manufacture clots to be repressed into interlocking tile, hip rolls, valley tile, etc.); also 
 dies tor sagger tile, which would be used in setting the roofing tile in the kilns for burning; one 
 large press fitted with two sets of dies for interlocking tile, one small press fitted with four sets 
 of dies for making hip rolls and valley tile, to be used with interlocking tile, “S”-shaped tile 
 and clay shingles. 
 
 The small press should also be fitted with one die for making the bottom “S ’’-shaped tile. 
 
 There would also be required a number of plaster molds for making crestings and finials. 
 These are made by hand, being generally too large to make in a press. These plaster molds are 
 made as required and additional molds or dies may be made for the presses or machines, as may 
 
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 be required according to the size or design of the tile or shingle to be manufactured. A modern 
 plant should be fitted to make a large variety of tile, hip rolls, crestings, finials, etc., but the 
 demand will regulate the number and kind of molds and dies required. 
 
 For drying the tiles and shingles we recommend the use of a tunnel dryer. By this system 
 the tile are placed on pallets and loaded on steel rack cars at the press or machine, and are 
 placed in the tunnel for drying. After the tile are dried the cars are transferred directly to the 
 kiln, where the tile are set, ready for burning. This system eliminates considerable handling 
 and saves damage to the tile. For heating the dryer a steam coil heater could be used, and it 
 should also be arranged to utilize the waste heat from the cooling kilns. In this way it is pos- 
 sible to dry the tile at the least possible cost, and at the same time give a fixed daily output 
 ol dried ware ready to be set in the kiln lor burning. For burning tile it will be found advan- 
 tageous to use a substantial down-draft kiln of the most improved type, calculated to save fuel 
 and to give a uniform burn in order to produce the ware of uniform color and texture. To 
 operate the plant we recommend the installation of a high-grade economical engine of 175 
 horse-power, and two high-grade boilers, each of 150 horse-power. This will give sufficient 
 steam for operating the engine and also lor the dryer. This power plant is of greater capacity 
 than would be required for the first installation, but anticipating an increased demand and the 
 advisability of installing additional machinery later on, ample power to provide for increasing 
 capacity is recommended. The construction of the dryer is such that it can be readily increased 
 when it is found advisable to increase the capacity ol the plant, and additional kilns can be 
 erected at any time extensions may become necessary. 
 
 This model plant would have a capacity of 40 squares of interlocking tile and 20 squares of 
 clay shingles per day, together with the necessary hip rolls, valley tile, crestings and finials. The 
 arrangement of the machinery should be such as to reduce the cost of production to the mini- 
 mum. The demand for roofing tile and the price is such that clay workers would find it a 
 profitable investment to produce this popular building material. Your clay can be tested in our 
 testing room and samples of the burned tile sent for your inspection. 
 
 The equipment here mentioned is for a large plant, but should not be construed to be a 
 suggestion as to the minimum capacity which we recommend. As in other branches of the clay 
 trade, the plant can be made of any capacity, and we supply machines for greater or smaller 
 capacity than the one outlined. Our range is from hand-power to the largest plants. Corre- 
 spondence on this or any other subject pertaining to clay products is invited. 
 
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 American No. 39 and No. 46 Roofing Tile Press 
 
 The American Roofing Tile Presses are designed for making roofing tile in various 
 shapes and sizes; also suitable for making plain crestings, hip rolls, ridge rolls, etc. The machine 
 is substantially built in every detail, and its operation is smooth, quiet and easy. The machine 
 is designed for two operators, one stationed on each side of the machine to operate the mold 
 tables. 
 
 A set of molds for this machine consists of three parts, two of which are duplicates and are 
 attached to the mold tables. The other piece is attached to the upper cross-head or plunger. 
 The mold tables are provided with ball bearings where they slide in onto the face plate, or bed 
 plate, of the machine, and when under pressure these mold tables are at rest on the bed plate. 
 
 The operator places a clot of clay onto the mold and slides the mold table onto the bed 
 plate under the plunger. After the tile has been pressed he draws the table toward him, per- 
 mitting the operator on the opposite side of the machine to enter the mold table from that side. 
 Operating in this manner a tile is pressed at each revolution of the machine. When the opera- 
 tor draws the mold table toward him it is supported on a steel shaft, which also acts as a pivot 
 upon which to turn the table. The operator places a pallet on top of the tile as it is pressed in 
 the mold, and then tips the mold table over so that it is upside down. This deposits the tile 
 upon the pallet. The mold table is then turned back into position and is ready to receive 
 
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 another clot of clay to be pressed. The mold table is provided with a guide and with a stop, so 
 that it is readily pushed onto the bed plate and stopped in the correct position so that the molds 
 are in register. 
 
 The upper cross-head has an adjustment to accommodate various thicknesses of molds. The 
 machine has a stroke of 10 inches, and when the upper cross-head is down at the lowest point 
 
 there is a distance of 10M inches between the mold table and the face plate of the cross-head. 
 
 This permits the machine to accommodate molds for hip rolls and similar pieces. 
 
 Molds 
 
 The Roofing Tile Press may be furnished with cast iron molds made to suit the design and 
 size of the tile or other articles to be pressed. The molds are always made special, 
 according to the design, and the prices are made accordingly. The press may 
 
 also be furnished with cast iron frames for attaching molds made of plaster of Paris. 
 
 In many clays the plaster molds give better results than the metal molds. The molds 
 for this press consist of three pieces, two to be attached to the mold tables, and one piece 
 to be attached to the upper plunger or cross-head. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 The capacity of the machine is governed by the speed at which the machine is operated, 
 the size, design and kind of ware that is being pressed, and by the ability of the 
 operators. Two operators, with their helpers, working under the most favorable con- 
 ditions should be able to press three hundred pieces per hour. 
 
 Main Frame 
 
 Specifications 
 
 The main frame is a heavy one-piece casting, carrying all of the shaft bearings and support- 
 ing the guides for the upper cross-head. This frame is made heavy and substantial 
 and supports the mold tables when pressure is being applied to form the tile. 
 
 Shafts and Guides — 
 
 The crank shaft is forged steel, the driving shaft and the shafts upon which the mold tables slide 
 are steel. The steel guides are inserted in bored holes in the frame, and firmly held in 
 position. The top ends of the guides are drilled for oil cups and oil passages for 
 lubricating the guides. 
 
 Bearings 
 
 The bearings are all well babbitted with the best metal for the service required. 
 
 Gears 
 
 The gears are cast American gear metal. All gears are covered with sheet steel guards. The 
 master gears are cast with counter-weights, to permit stopping the press on the up stroke. 
 
 Connecting Rods and Crank Pins — 
 
 Double connecting rods are used on each side of the machine to connect the crank gear 
 and the upper cross-head. The connecting rods are fitted with split bearings and pro- 
 vided with safety springs to equalize the pressure when the clot of clay may be more 
 than is required to fill the mold. 
 
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 Mold Tables 
 
 The mold tables are fitted with ball bearings where they slide in onto the bed plate, and 
 they are supported on a steel shaft when they are drawn out from under the upper 
 cross-head. These mold tables are operated by hand, and are so equipped that they 
 will operate very easily. They are provided with guides and stops, which permit ready 
 operation and make it possible to place the mold in register with the upper cross-head 
 without difficulty. 
 
 Upper Cross-Head 
 
 The upper cross-head is provided with an adjustable pressure foot with a hand wheel and 
 lock nut for operating the adjustment and regulating the distance between the top of 
 the mold table and the upper pressure foot to suit the height of the mold used. The 
 maximum distance between the mold table and upper pressure foot is 2034 inches. 
 
 Driving Pulley — 
 
 The machine is furnished with a friction-clutch driving pulley. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Size of Mold Table 
 
 Diameter of Crank Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Driving Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Mold Table Shaft 
 
 Diameter of Guides for Cross-Head 
 
 Length of Crank Shaft Bearings 
 
 Length of Driving Shaft Bearings 
 
 Diameter of Master Gears 
 
 Diameter of Driving Pinions 
 
 Face of Gears 
 
 Pitch of Gears 
 
 Ratio of Gears 
 
 Diameter of Connecting Rods 
 
 Diameter of Crank Pins 
 
 Adjustment of Upper Cross-Head 
 
 Size of Driving Pulley 
 
 Speed of Driving Pulley 
 
 Power required 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Width over all 
 Length over all 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center of Driving Pulley 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Pulley 
 
 Height from floor to top of Table 
 
 Distance from center of Machine to center of Driving Shaft 
 Weight without Molds 
 
 No. 39 Press 
 . . 22 in. x 20 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 2 34 in. 
 
 2 in. 
 3 } 2 in. 
 12 in. 
 
 . . 8 in. 
 
 31 3 4 in. 
 8t<; H- 
 4 in. 
 I'M in. 
 
 3.9 to 1 
 1 5 4 in. 
 3 34 in. 
 6 in. 
 
 . . 36 in. x 8 in. 
 25 to 40 R.P.M. 
 
 . . 5 to 10 H.P. 
 7 ft. 3 in. 
 7 ft. 3 in. 
 7 ft. 8 in. 
 3 ft. 3 in. 
 2 ft. 
 
 . 3 ft. 8 in. 
 
 1 ft. 8 in. 
 . . . 5,870 lbs. 
 
 No. 46 Press 
 14 in. x 12 in. 
 3W 2 in. 
 
 23 4 in. 
 
 1?4 in. 
 3 in. 
 10 in. 
 
 6 in. 
 22 in. 
 634 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 1 1 2 in. 
 3.5 to 1 
 1 34 in. 
 2 3 4 in. 
 5 in. 
 24 in. x 6 in. 
 20 to 35 R.P.M. 
 3 to 7 H.P. 
 5 ft. 7 in. 
 5 ft. 8 in. 
 5 ft. 9 in. 
 2 ft. 7 in. 
 
 1 ft. 5 in. 
 
 2 ft. 9 in. 
 1 ft. 2 in. 
 3,148 lbs. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The American No. 47 Roofing Tile Press is designed for making roofing tile in medium sizes, 
 operating by hand power. The machine is substantially built in every detail, and its operation 
 is very simple. The machine is designed for three operators, one stationed on each side of the 
 machine to operate the mold tables, and one to operate the plunger to press the tile. 
 
 A set of molds for this machine consists of three parts, two of which are duplicates and are 
 attached to the mold tables. The other piece is attached to the upper cross-head or plunger. 
 The mold tables are provided with ball bearings where they slide in onto the face plate or bed 
 plate of the machine, and when under pressure these mold tables are at rest on the bed plate. 
 The operator places a clot ot clay onto the mold and slides the mold table onto the bed plate 
 under the plunger. After the tile has been pressed he draws the table toward him, permitting 
 the operator on the opposite side of the machine to enter the mold table from that side. Oper- 
 ating in this manner a tile is pressed as rapidly as possible by hand power. When the operator 
 draws the mold table toward him it is supported on a steel shaft, which also acts as a pivot 
 upon which to turn the table. The operator places a pallet on the tile as it is pressed into the 
 mold, and then tips the mold table over so that it is upside down. This deposits the tile upon 
 the pallet. The mold table is then turned back into position and is ready to receive another 
 clot of clay to be pressed. The mold table is provided with a guide and with a stop, so that 
 it is readily pushed onto the bed plate and stopped in the correct position so that the molds are 
 in register. 
 
 The mold tables are 14 inches long and 12 inches wide. They will receive a mold for a 
 medium size roofing tile. The upper cross-head has an adjustment of 5 inches to accommodate 
 various thicknesses of molds. The machine has a stroke of 8 inches. 
 
 Mold 
 
 The No. 47 Roofing Tile Press may be furnished with cast iron molds made to suit the 
 design and size of the tile or other articles to be pressed. The molds are always 
 made special, according to the design, and the prices are made accordingly. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The press may also be furnished with cast iron frames for attaching molds made of 
 plaster of Paris. In many clays the plaster molds give better results than the metal 
 molds. The molds for this press consist of three pieces, two to be attached to the 
 mold tables and one piece to be attached to the upper plunger, or cross-head. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 The capacity of this machine is governed by the size, design and kind ot ware that is being 
 pressed, and by the ability of the operators. Three operators, with their helpers, 
 working under the most favorable conditions, should be able to press one hundred 
 pieces per hour. 
 
 ^ Specifications 
 
 Main Frame — 
 
 The main frame is a heavy one-piece casting, carrying all of the shaft bearings and support- 
 ing the guides for the upper cross-head. This frame is made heavy and substantial, 
 and supports the mold tables when pressure is being applied to form the tile. 
 
 Shafts and Guides 
 
 The forged steel crank is 3R 2 inches diameter and the shafts upon which the mold tables 
 slide are 1 A inches diameter. The hammered steel guides for the cross-head are 3 
 inches diameter. These steel guides are inserted in bored holes in the frame, and firmly 
 held in position. The top ends of the guides are drilled tor oil cups and oil passages 
 for lubricating the guides. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The crank shait bearings are 10 inches long. These bearings are all well babbitted with 
 best metal tor the service required. 
 
 Connecting Rods and Cranks 
 
 Connecting rods are used on each side ot the machine to connect the crank and the upper 
 cross-head. These are made of flat bar steel 1 inch thick. The two cranks have a 
 stroke ot 8 inches and are provided with counter-weights to permit stopping the press on 
 the up stroke. The operating lever is 4 feet long. 
 
 Mold Tables 
 
 The two mold tables are 14 inches long and 12 inches wide. The tables are fitted with 
 ball bearings where they slide in onto the bed plate, and they are supported on the 
 steel shaft where they are drawn out from under the upper cross-head. They are 
 provided with guides and stops, which permit ready operation, and make it possible to 
 place the mold in register with the upper cross-head without difficulty. 
 
 Upper Cross-Head 
 
 The upper cross-head is provided with an adjustable pressure foot, 12 inches wide, 14 inches 
 long. It is provided with a hand wheel and lock nut tor operating the adjustment and 
 regulating the distance between the top ot the mold table and the upper pressure foot 
 to suit the height of the mold used. The maximum distance between the mold table 
 and upper pressure foot is lSYj inches, and there is an adjustment of 5 inches in the 
 upper cross-head. 
 
 Weight -The weight of the machine complete, without molds, is 2,000 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all 5 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Width over all 1 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Length over all 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Table 2 ft. 9 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRU 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 45 Roofing Tile Cutter 
 
 This cutter is adapted to cutting, punching and trimming roofing tile, or clay shingles, and is 
 designed with a removable top and clamp so that a variety of shapes, sizes, and lengths can be 
 cut by providing suitable tops and clamps. The under frame can be raised and lowered to suit 
 conditions and between the under frame and carriage there is a roller frame allowing the car- 
 riage to be easily moved by a tender bar of clay, although a spring is provided to assist this 
 movement. The carriage is returned and held in position by means of a foot lever while the 
 clay is running onto the table. 
 
 Four uprights form guides for a light square frame carrying the clamp, cutting wires, 
 trimming knives and punches. This cutting frame is operated by a balanced lever connected to 
 it by a link, and the whole operation of cutting, trimming and punching a tile is done at one 
 stroke. 
 
 An oil pan and roller is provided to lubricate the tile before it passes over the table, and 
 to this oil pan an apron is attached to support the column of clay between the die and the 
 carriage. 
 
 Maximum size of roofing tile or shingle, 16 inches wide x 16% inches long. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 This cutter cuts one tile or shingle at a stroke and capacity depends upon the operator. 
 Weight — Weight, 500 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 5 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height over all 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height to top of Table 23 in. 
 
 Vertical adjustment 6 in. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 Clay-Refining Machinery 
 
 The use of filter presses for the separation of various liquids is of comparatively recent 
 origin. This process was first employed in England and afterward quite extensively developed 
 in Germany. Many of the filter presses in use in this country have been imported, and as there 
 is room for improvement in the construction of this class of machinery and in its adaptation to 
 local conditions, especially those pertaining to filtration of clay and kindred substances, we have 
 been led to the design and construction of a line of filter presses and their associate preparing 
 machinery. The rapidity with which the liquid is separated from the solids during the filtra- 
 tion depends principally upon the force with which it is urged through the filtering medium and 
 the resistance with which the medium opposes it. As the solids held in solution differ greatly 
 in character there is no uniformity in the capacity which can be obtained from a filter press on 
 different materials. In some materials the liquid passes freely through the solid matter as it 
 forms on the filtering surface, so that the separation is very rapid even up to the time the press 
 is completely filled. In others the resistance is rapidly increased as the solid material is 
 deposited, and the discharge of the liquid is consequently very greatly reduced. The exact 
 capacity can only be determined by actual operation of the presses upon the material to be 
 separated. 
 
 Long experience in designing and manufacturing clay-working machinery, and a thorough 
 understanding of its details, enables us to produce clay-refining machinery which is the standard 
 of excellence for this class of work. We are prepared to advise our customers as to special con- 
 struction. When seeking information, the correspondent should advise: 
 
 First — Whether the liquid or solid portion is desired to be kept, or both, and if the solid 
 is to be further dried after leaving the filter press. Second — 'Fhe quantity of material to be 
 handled in a given time, and the approximate proportion of solid matter to be separated from 
 the liquid. Third — Whether the liquid to be treated is gritty, dense or limpid, hot or cold. 
 
 In design, material construction and workmanship this line is superior to anything on the 
 market. Its excellence is attested by satisfied users. Investigation and correspondence are 
 invited. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 03 ^ 
 
 
 BU CYRUS rufi? OHIO 
 
 American Filter Press, Round Form 
 
 Small Laboratory 
 Filter Press 
 designed for 
 washing small 
 quantities of clay 
 for trial tests 
 
 This machine is built in six sizes and with either circular or vertical grooves and either kind 
 of sack attachment desired. Also with center clamps or hooks, rubber gaskets or without. The 
 plates are made wide enough to take in 28 Yl inches; cloths being 30 
 inches between rails. The plates will press a cake of clay 26 inches in 
 diameter, the standard thickness being 1 14 inches. In construction 
 this press is superior. All parts are perfectly fitted, all joints are planed 
 or turned up true, and all plates have the best 
 possible outlet, which insures free flow of liquid. 
 
 Either long or short supports are put on the 
 machine at the option of the buyer. When a car 
 is used to receive the clay from the press the high 
 pattern is the best, but where the clay is removed 
 by hand the standard length legs are generally 
 used. The standard sizes of this machine are 
 built with the following number of chambers: 
 
 36, 42, 48, 54, 60 and 72. Floor space required 
 tor seventy-two chamber press: Length of press, 
 
 16 feet 5y 2 inches; length over all. 18 feet; height 
 from floor to center of press, 3 feet 1 inch; 
 height from floor to top of press, 4 feet 9 inches; 
 width over all, 4 feet 6 inches. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 1 Slip Pump 
 
 This double-plunger geared pump is designed 
 
 especially for pumping slip clay from the agitator 
 
 vats to the filter presses. 
 
 Rated Capacity — 50 to 100 gallons per minute. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 General - This pump is designed to be anchored 
 securely to a sufficient masonry foundation. 
 The discharge to the filter press is provided 
 with a safety valve and over-flow to be used 
 when the pressure reaches 150 pounds, which is 
 the proper working pressure of the filter presses 
 and pump. The valve allows the surplus material 
 to return to the agitator vats. 
 
 Installation — In installing the pump it should be 
 connected with the main pipe leading to the 
 entire series of agitator vats. The discharge 
 should be connected to two filter presses with 
 the necessary intervening valves, so that the 
 pump may be operated on one press while the 
 other is being emptied. The pump is constructed 
 in the most careful manner throughout, with 
 steel pins, steel shafting, forged connecting rods 
 and brass wristpin boxes. 
 
 Pulley — Size of tight and loose pulleys, 22 inches 
 diameter, 5-inch face. 
 
 Speed of Pulley — 125 to 140 R. P. M. 
 
 Power Required — 2 to 3 H. P. 
 
 Weight — 2,340 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 American No. 1 Slip Pump 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Height from floor line to center of I 
 Height from floor to center of Disch 
 
 Length of foundation 
 
 Width of foundation 
 
 Height of foundation 
 
 Distance from center to center of PI 
 
 Diameter of Receiving Pipe 2 
 
 Diameter ot Discharge Pipe 2 
 
 Pump is Back Geared 4 to 
 
 Diameter of Plunger 3M 
 
 Length of Stroke 10 
 
 8 ft. 6 
 
 )riving Pulley 6 ft. 6 
 
 arge Pipe 12 1 9 
 
 6 
 
 n. 
 n. 
 
 1 
 
 n. 
 n. 
 n. 
 n. 
 in. 
 ft. 
 
 4 ft. 6 in. 
 
 36 in. 
 
 ungers 39 1 4 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 fc- ^ ■ ■ • J 
 
 The illustration shows the delivery side of a triple machine. It is also representative 
 of the single and double sizes which we manufacture. The blunger is used for dissolving clay in 
 water by centrifugal motion, and is the first step in the process of clay refining by the filtering 
 system. The bottom of the blunger is made of Portland cement, there being no iron bottom in 
 the machine. We do not supply the bottoms. The shell is anchored to a concrete foundation 
 by means of anchor bolts passed through the four projecting lugs, two of which are shown 
 immediately underneath the discharge openings in the front of the cut. The blunger consists 
 of a shell 5 feet 8 R 2 inches in height and 5 feet in diameter; 8 L 2 inches of the bottom may be 
 filled with Portland cement. Immediately above this cement bottom the steel shell is lined with 
 cast iron plates 15 inches in height, these being designed as renewable wear plates to prevent 
 the action of the clay in the bottom of the blunger from wearing out the outside casing. On 
 the inside of the top of the shell a large continuous cast plate is bolted, to which are attached 
 the uprights carrying the shafting and gears. The main upright shaft has two bearings with 
 bevel wheel on the upper end. A collar above the lower bearing sustains the weight and thrust 
 of the gear. The vertical shaft is provided with gates or wings, consisting of three } x 2-inch 
 horizontal arms clamped to the shaft, to which are fitted vertical wrought iron slats. The two- 
 end blungers are provided with discharge gates from which the floated clay or slip is thrown off 
 through open channels to the agitator vats. The diameter of the pulley and pinion shaft is 2^ 
 inches. Size of friction-clutch driving pulley, 48x12 inches; gearing, 5 to 1 ; 160 revolutions of 
 shaft give 32 revolutions of blunger shafts. The capacity is regulated entirely by the readiness 
 with which the clay dissolves in water. It is customary to install the blunger machine above 
 the level of the top rim of the agitator vats. This permits of a gravity discharge from the 
 blunger machine to the agitator vats. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYRUS, SSs O H I O, U. S. A. 
 
 Plunger Machines and Their Use 
 
 In addition to the manufacture of common building brick, Plunger Machines are used for 
 making a variety of the other clay products. By handling the brick carefully and drying them 
 upon pallets, a very hue quality ot lace brick can be secured without repressing. These brick 
 are well adapted for facing up fine fronts, and can be sold at an advanced price over common 
 brick, although it costs no more to make them on these machines. A variety of shapes of 
 ornamental brick and blocks can be produced. Our Plunger Machines are especially suited for 
 the production of all kinds of hollow fire-proof building material, terra cotta lumber, hollow 
 building blocks, foundation and cellar blocks, and are unexcelled for the manufacture of drain 
 tile, making all sizes at the least possible expense. Plunger machines are also successfully used 
 for producing blanks for roofing tile, clay shingles, etc., these blanks being repressed to secure 
 the desired form and configuration. 
 
 The clay, before going to the brick machine, should be thoroughly and evenly tempered 
 and of such consistency that the brick made from it can be hacked direct from the machine. 
 The clay is fed into the tempering cylinder, in the center of which is a shaft fitted with blades 
 which mix the clay and force it through a port-hole into the pressing chamber. The plunger 
 presses the clay through the die and upon the cut-off table. The plunger is propelled by a 
 steel cam on the main shaft between the upper and lower bed plates. The cam works upon 
 rollers at both ends of the sliding plunger frame, giving alternately a backward and forward 
 motion at each revolution of the shaft. The machines are made either single or double workers, 
 one cam doing the work in either case. 
 
 As soon as the bar of clay comes to rest on the cut-off table, the operator pulls the wire- 
 strung cutter frame forward and downward, forcing the wires through the bar of clay and sepa- 
 rating it into the desired lengths. The product is then removed and placed upon barrows or 
 dry cars, preparatory to conveying to the drying department. The cutter is not thrown back 
 until the product has been lifted trom the cut-off table. Our Plunger Machines are substantially 
 constructed. The gearing is extra heavy and strong. The main shafts are of forged steel, being 
 square or hexagon in shape where the knives fit on, holding the knives in position without key- 
 ing or set-screwing. The cam, friction rollers in the plunger head and bevel pinions are of steel. 
 In the No. 20 plunger machine the spur pinions are also of steel, and the pressing boxes are 
 lined with renewable steel plates. The plunger heads of the No. 20 machine have renewable 
 steel liners. The shell is ot steel plate, and a suitable door for cleaning out the shell is provided 
 in the larger size machines. The plunger head is provided with an adjustable scraper or wing to 
 compensate for wear. Our special patterns of cut-off plates allow a larger amount of clay to 
 pass through the port-hole and into the clay chamber each time than in any similar machine. 
 The capacity is thus greatly increased. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 Layout for No. 6 Plant 
 
 [280] 
 
 View or TVacks 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 End View of Racks 
 
 SPACE FDR KILNS 
 
 ND.a. 
 
 STIFF MUD BRICK PLANT 
 
 *1 f* 
 
 Layout for No. 8 Plant 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 20 “A” Plunger Brick Machine 
 
 [282] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 * - . * 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 20 “A” Plunger Brick Machine 
 
 This machine is of large capacity and is designed for making brick, hollow ware, fire-proofing 
 and other clay products in large capacity plants. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 5,000 to 8,000 standard size brick per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by operating conditions. 
 
 Shafting — Specifications 
 
 The main shaft is of forged steel, 7*2 inches diameter. The bevel wheel shaft is 4 ;i A inches 
 diameter, and the pulley shaft is 2 7 g inches diameter. 
 
 Gearing 
 
 The master gear is made from an extra heavy pattern and weighs 3,500 pounds. The 
 pinions are of steel. The machine is back geared 42 to 1 . 
 
 Drive — 
 
 Unless otherwise specified the pulley shaft is arranged parallel to the cut-off table. We can 
 arrange it at right angles if so desired. 
 
 Bed Plates — 
 
 The bed plates are in halves and are of heavy section throughout. The main shaft bearing 
 in the top bed plate is of gun metal with housing to keep the clay out. The bearings 
 in the bottom bed plate and bottom bridge-tree are in halves with bronze bushings, 
 adjustable and removable. 
 
 General — 
 
 The machine is provided with hinge die fronts, doors in the tub, extra heavy steel cam and 
 rollers and steel plunger heads and cut-off plates, preventing leakage of the clay. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 Size of driving pulley, 48 inches diameter, 12 inches face, with improved American friction- 
 clutch. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 140 R. P. M., which gives 3.3 plunges per minute, or a capacity of 
 3,960 ordinary size brick per hour when used as a single worker. When used as a 
 double worker the capacity is practically doubled. 
 
 Power Required 
 
 30 to 50 H. P., depending upon operating conditions. 
 
 Weight 
 
 30,680 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all 11 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Length of sills 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Distance across Spur Gear 7 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Distance from outside to outside of Dies 8 ft. 0 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 BUCYRUs'^^^y OHIO 
 
 
 
 American No. 6 and No. 7 Plunger Brick Machines 
 
 These Machines May be Furnished With Dies and Cutting Tables for Making 
 Brick, Tile or Hollow Blocks 
 
 [284] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 American No. 6 and No. 7 Plunger Brick Machines 
 
 These machines are designed for the manufacture of common brick and drain tile up to 
 8 inches diameter. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 No. 7 Plunger Brick Machine, 1,500 to 1,800 brick per hour. 
 No. 6 Plunger Brick Machine, 1,000 to 1,500 brick per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by operating conditions. 
 
 General — Specifications 
 
 The main shaft is of forged steel and hexagon where the knives slip over. The gearing is 
 extra heavy and the bevel pinion is of steel. The top bed plate is provided with suit- 
 able lugs over which the tub fits, preventing it from turning. The tub is held in posi- 
 tion by heavy rods securely bolting the hopper and top bed plate together. The box 
 to the main shaft in the bottom bridge-tree is adjustable. Unless otherwise ordered 
 the pulley shaft is arranged parallel to the cut-off tables. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is provided with an American friction-clutch driving pulley, 32 inches diam- 
 eter, 8-inch face, with 16-inch clutch. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 Speed of driving pulley, 100 R. P. M. 
 
 Power 
 
 No. 7 Plunger Brick Machine, 10 to 15 H. P. 
 No. 6 Plunger Brick Machine, 8 to 10 H. P. 
 
 Weight 
 
 No. 7 Plunger Brick 
 No. 6 Plunger Brick 
 
 Machine, 6,000 pounds. 
 Machine, 5,175 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 No. 7 Machine 
 
 Height over all 6 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Length of Sills 5 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Width from out to out of Sills 3 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 9 in. 
 
 No. 6 Machine 
 6 ft. 10 in. 
 5 ft. 6 in. 
 3 ft. 3 in. 
 5 ft. 9 in. 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 t- . - — ■ . ^ 
 
 BUCYRUsln^ OHIO 
 
 American No. 2 “E” Horse-Power Plunger Machine Arranged for Drain Tile 
 
 This machine is designed for making drain tile in sizes up to and including 8 inches. It is 
 also adapted to the manufacture of brick, as explained in the following description. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour 
 
 8-inch Drain Tile, 180 to 200 per hour. 
 
 4-inch Drain Tile, 300 to 400 per hour. 
 
 Other sizes in proportion. 
 
 The capacity is governed by the speed at which the horses are driven, the nature and char- 
 acter of the clay, the size and kind of ware manufactured, and by management. 
 
 _ , _ . Specifications 
 
 General Construction — 
 
 The accompanying cut shows the horse-power plunger machine arranged for tile. It is 
 equally well suited for the manufacture of either brick or tile, and is provided with the 
 same style of improved dies as is furnished for the larger machines. This is an excellent 
 machine to purchase for starting a small yard, because when the demand increases and 
 it is necessary to change to steam power, we can at any time furnish gearing which can 
 be attached to this machine and transform it into a perfect steam-power machine. 
 When so fitted it is of the same capacity and strength as the No. 6 Plunger Machine. 
 We build the machine extra heavy with this in view, putting in a heavy steel shaft, 
 heavy grinding knives and mudwing; in fact, making it of proportionate strength 
 throughout. The machine has an enlarged front, thus nicely adapting it to the manu- 
 facture of tile as large as 8 inches. The tub of this machine is 34 inches in diameter, 
 343^2 inches high and 108 inches in circumference. The upper half of the tub contains 
 the mixing knives, seven in number. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Operation 
 
 The mudwing is 11 O inches wide and 16 inches long. The cutting table generally used is 
 7 feet 10 inches long. The machine will deliver eight standard size brick at each 
 plunge or a proportionate number of tile. It is usually the practice to fill the pits 
 and then run the machine until the pits are emptied, and then haul in clay and fill the 
 pits again. When operated in this way a good strong team can do all the work. Three 
 men only are necessary to operate the machinery — one in the pit, one at the cutter 
 and one to off-bear the tile or brick. If the machine is to be run continuously it will 
 be necessary to have an extra team to haul in clay from the bank and a man to attend 
 to setting and burning the kilns. 
 
 Sweep — 
 
 A sweep extending 18 feet from the center of the main shaft to the point where the double- 
 trees are attached will be found most satisfactory. This would make the outside 
 diameter of the circle for the team about 40 feet. 
 
 Speed — 
 
 The horse-power machine is arranged to be run as rapidly as a good team of horses can pass 
 around the circle described by the sweep. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required, 2 H. P. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 3,272 pounds, without dies. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length 
 
 Width 
 
 Height over all 
 
 Length of Sweep, 18 ft. from center of Main Shaft to point where Double- 
 trees are attached. 
 
 Size of Sills 5 W in. x 5 } 2 in. x 5 
 
 4 ft. 
 3 ft. 
 7 ft. 
 
 ft. 
 
 4 
 
 6 
 
 3 
 
 4 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
 in. 
 
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I 
 
 THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS Vf V '' OHIO 
 
 No. 2 “E” Horse-Power Plunger Machine 
 Arranged for Brick 
 
 This machine is designed and excellently adapted for making brick of good quality. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Under ordinary conditions, 600 brick per hour. 
 
 General — Specifications 
 
 A fine grade of building brick is usually within the range of this machine, and finds a ready 
 market. 
 
 Changing to Steam Power — 
 
 For a yard of moderate capacity this type of machine is an excellent one to install, because 
 of the possibility of keeping pace with a growing business without the purchase of new 
 machinery. Should the demand make it advisable, this machine can be changed to 
 steam power by the purchase of the necessary gearing at a moderate cost. The change 
 to steam power can be easily made. When so fitted it is of the same capacity and 
 strength as the No. 6 Plunger Machine. We build this machine extra heavy with this 
 in view, putting in a heavy steel shaft, heavy grinding knives and mudwing; in fact, 
 making it of proportionate strength throughout. This machine has an enlarged front, 
 thus nicely adapting it to the manufacture of large tile. 
 
 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 \ * ? . 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Steam-Power Attachment for American No. 2 “E” 
 Horse-Power Plunger Machine 
 
 The attachment shown in the accompanying cut is designed for changing the No. 2 ‘E” 
 horse-power plunger machine into a steam-power machine. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 1,000 to 1,500 brick and a corresponding number of tile. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Method of Attaching — The essential features of the machine remain the same. The gearing 
 attachment shown in the accompanying cut can be installed by any competent 
 mechanic, and the machine does not need to be returned to the factory. 
 
 Driving Pulley — The machine is provided with 36-inch by 8-inch tight and loose driving pulleys. 
 
 Speed — Speed of driving pulley, 275 R. P. M. 
 
 Power — Power required to operate is from 8 to 10 H. P. 
 
 Weight — -Weight of steam gearing attachment, 2,297 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Diameter of Main Shaft where Top Gear is attached 4 in. 
 
 Diameter of Intermediate Shaft 2^8 in. 
 
 Diameter of Pinion Shaft 1 in. 
 
 [289] 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 16 Side-Cut Brick Table for Plunger Machine 
 
 This cutting table is especially designed for use in connection with our various sizes of 
 
 plunger brick machines. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 From 600 to 3,000 brick per hour, or equal in capacity to any of our plunger machines up 
 to and including the No. 20-A Plunger Machine. 
 
 Frame and Rollers — Specifications 
 
 It is substantially built and when desired is fitted with adjustable legs for regulating height 
 of table. The table is provided with wooden rollers, having iron gudgeons and iron 
 bearings, these rollers forming a support for the belt. For the end rollers, iron-flanged 
 wheels are used. 
 
 Operation — 
 
 As soon as the bar of clay comes to rest on the cut-off table, the operator pulls the wire- 
 strung cutter frame forward and downward, forcing the wires through the bar of clay 
 and separating it into brick. The brick are then removed and placed upon barrows or 
 dry cars, preparatory to conveying to the drying department. The cutter frame is not 
 thrown back until the brick are lifted from the cut-off table. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 200 pounds. Dimensions 
 
 Length of Table for all Machines excepting No. 20-A 7 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height over all 23 in. 
 
 Extreme height when adjustable 30 in. 
 
 Width of Frame 1 4 1 .4 in. 
 
 Width over all 19 % in. 
 
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 This machine is designed for cutting tile from 3 inches to 8 inches diameter made on our 
 
 standard plunger machines. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Ample capacity for the output of a No. 2 “E” horse-power, No. 6 or No. 7 
 
 Plunger Machine. 
 
 Details of Construction — Specifications 
 
 In this cut it is shown equipped with a 6-inch lag belt and an 8-inch cutter frame. When 
 desired, it is fitted with adjustable legs by which the height of the table may be 
 changed to suit the size of tile being made. The lags are hollowed out and padded to 
 fit the several sizes of tile, so that the tile may be cut and handled without marring. 
 
 Carriage Rollers — 
 
 The carriage is provided with a series of rollers having iron gudgeons anti bearings which 
 form a support for the lag belt. Iron flange wheels are used for the end rollers, which 
 keep the lag belt in alignment. This lag belt carriage has given splendid satisfaction 
 for cutting and handling all sizes of tile up to and including 8 inches in diameter. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 Weight, with one lag belt, 225 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length of Table for all Machines excepting No. 20-A 7 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height to center of Lags 23 in. 
 
 Extreme height when adjustable 30 in. 
 
 Width of Frame 18 in. 
 
 Width over all 23 JA in. 
 
 Length of Standard Lags 14 in. 
 
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 12-Inch Face Plate 12-Inch Die Plate 
 
 Die Centers 
 
 8-inch Face Plate 
 With Die Plate Attached 
 
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 Yoke to Face Plate 
 
 Tile Dies and Attachments for Plunger Machines 
 
 Our Plunger Tile Machines are provided with an improved system of dies, which can be 
 securely fastened to the machine, accurately centered and quickly changed. The dies for tile 
 smaller than 4 inches are each complete in themselves, and are attached direct to the machine. 
 The dies from 4 inches to 8 inches are held in position by a special face plate, and the change 
 from one size to another is quickly made, without removing the face plate from the machine. 
 The centers slip upon the core stem in the center of the yoke, being held in position by a nut. 
 The face plate is provided with suitable set-screws, by means of which the die can be quickly 
 and accurately centered. The die plates are light and convenient to handle, and yet are not 
 liable to be broken, as the pressure is sustained by the heavy face plate. For 9, 10, and 12- 
 inch dies a special 12-inch face plate is used. 
 
The Aherican Clay Machinery Coiipany 
 
 Soft-Mud or Sand-Mold Brick 
 
 In the manufacture of soft-mud brick almost any clay can be used. For many purposes 
 this grade of brick is counted superior. The soft-mud process is of recognized excellence in the 
 manufacture of hre-clay products, including fire brick, cupola block, circle brick, coke oven tile, 
 jamb and bullhead brick. In many of the best factories of the country devoted to the manu- 
 facture of high-grade fire-clay products, the soft-mud or sand-mold process is used exclusively. 
 The process of manufacture is more simple and the machinery equipment is less expensive. A 
 soft-mud plant can be established at a comparatively small cost and the output can be readily 
 marketed, because of the demand for this grade of brick. 
 
 Years ago and in the smaller plants of today the clay has been prepared in a soak pit, but 
 this method has given way to the disintegrator and the pug mill. Where the clay is not tough 
 and lumpy the disintegrator need not be used, though many manufacturers find it advisable to 
 install it. The pug mill is used to thoroughly mix the clay with water and temper it for the 
 brick machine, where the clay is molded into brick. The finished brick can be dried in any 
 of the usual ways, either on an open yard on pallets, or in an artificial dryer. 
 
 If the proper machinery has been used the brick when burned will be of excellent quality, 
 with sharp, clean, well-defined edges, perfectly solid, but without the grain or strata which is 
 sometimes counted an objection in other brick. The mason finds the soft-mud brick easier to 
 cut when necessary, and in consequence expresses a preference for them. Owing to the fact that 
 almost any clay will produce a soft-mud brick, this class of brickyard is very general, and 
 because of the reasonable first cost of a small plant, many factories start in a small way by the 
 installation of soft-mud machinery and grow to larger proportions as the demand justifies. 
 
 We manufacture a full line of soft-mud brick machinery and appliances, molds, mold sander, 
 conveyors, barrows, trucks, crushers, disintegrators, etc. The size and capacity of these machines 
 range from 1,000 to 5,000 brick per hour. We are prepared to fill your requirements and fur- 
 nish a machine of a capacity suitable for your needs. 
 
 Our Eagle Horse-Power Brick Machine has a capacity of from 5,000 to 10,000 brick per 
 day. Should the demand grow beyond the capacity of the horse-power machine it can be 
 easily equipped for steam power by the purchase of the necessary gearing, which we supply. 
 This would increase the capacity and would make it possible to make from 12,000 to 15,000 
 brick per day. Our all-iron upright soft-mud brick machine and pug mill has an easy capacity 
 of 30,000 to 50,000 brick per day. These machines have been in constant use for many years 
 and have given universal satisfaction. 
 
 Our Champion Mold Sander is guaranteed to properly sand the molds. Our molds are 
 
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 strictly first-class. Our wheelbarrows, trucks, conveyors, etc., are well designed and are made 
 of the best quality of material. 
 
 Where the nature of the clay makes a disintegrator or crusher necessary our extensive line 
 of these machines makes it possible to select one exactly adapted to the conditions and your 
 needs. 
 
 We are prepared to furnish a complete equipment for a modern soft-mud brick plant and 
 guarantee it to be all that we claim for it, as it will be supplied complete from our own factory. 
 
 American Upright Soft-Mud Brick Machine and Pug Mill 
 
 This machine is designed for use in the many cases where the condition of the clay or the 
 market requirements make it advisable to manufacture soft-mud brick. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 From 3,000 to 5,000 standard size brick per hour. 
 
 The capacity is governed by speed at which the pulley is driven, nature and character of 
 clay, size and kind of ware manufactured, and by management. 
 
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 For making this class of brick there is no machine superior to our upright brick machine. 
 It has all the requisite points which combine to make an excellent, serviceable, durable 
 machine. W here a large capacity is desired, this machine will prove a splendid investment. 
 
 Quality of Product 
 
 The upright brick machine is the very best of its class, and should not be confounded with 
 machines of smaller size and cheaper design. It is built entirely of iron and steel. The 
 pressing chamber is large, and makes it possible to produce six American standard brick 
 per mold, all uniformly pressed, of correct shape, with perfect edges and corners. 
 
 Operation 
 
 A crusher or disintegrator should be used, and may be set on the same floor as the brick 
 machine and the clay elevated from it into the pug mill; or the crusher or disintegrator 
 may be mounted directly over the pug mill and discharge into it. The pug mill tempers 
 and mixes the clay thoroughly and feeds it into the machine, where it is forced into 
 the pressing chamber by the mudwings. The molds should be evenly sanded with 
 sharp, clean, fine molding sand. They are fed in at the side of the machine, just back 
 of the pressing chamber. At each revolution of the machine the mold carriage moves 
 the empty mold forward into position under the jack mold, at the same time pushing 
 the filled mold upon the mold table in front of the machine. The surplus clay, if any, 
 is then struck off and the brick are dumped from the mold onto pallets, or the molds 
 are loaded upon trucks and conveyed to the drying yard and dumped. 
 
 Detailed Construction — 
 
 The pug mill and machine are securely bolted together, but are independently geared and 
 driven by separate pulleys. The main shafts of the machine and pug mill are of 
 forged steel. The gearing throughout is heavy and of approved design. The pressing 
 and pugging are performed by separate gearing, thus making the machine doubly 
 strong and greatly increasing its durability. The brick machine tub is 54 inches high, 
 39 inches diameter, and is made of heavy steel plate. The pug mill is 9 feet long and 
 2 feet 6 inches wide at the top; the section next to the machine is covered with steel 
 plate — the balance of the mill being left open to give ample opportunity for examining 
 the clay and adding water when necessary. Heavy cross-rods are fitted in the bodv 
 of the pug mill to increase the mixing and to prevent the clay from swinging in the mill. 
 
 Machine Knives and Mudwings — 
 
 The machine is provided with double knives, having cast hubs and rolled steel blades, the 
 blades being secured in the hubs with steel pins. The heavy cast iron mudwing is 
 fitted with a rolled steel point, which is easily renewed when worn. The blades above 
 the mudwing can also be readily replaced without removing the hubs from the shaft. 
 
 Pug Mill Knives — 
 
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 veniently replaced when worn without removing the pug mill shaft. They are made of 
 intensely hard metal, which gives great durability. 
 
 Press Box — 
 
 All sides of the clay pressing chamber are machined, the rear side being self-adjusting, to 
 take up any wear on the plunger and at the same time to insure the plunger moving 
 freely and without binding. The front of the chamber is hinged, giving ready access 
 to the jack mold. The jack mold is machined on the top, bottom and ends, and slides 
 easily into position, where it is held by a tongue and groove in each end. It can be 
 quickly removed and replaced. 
 
 Mold Stop — 
 
 An adjustable mold stop is provided to bring the mold into proper position when fed into 
 the machine. 
 
 Mold Table 
 
 The mold table, as will be seen from the illustration, is of approved design. Three heavy 
 steel rolls support the molds when filling and facilitate pushing them forward on the 
 table. The table can be adjusted to any height to suit the size of mold by means of 
 hand-wheel screws underneath the center of the table, and, when necessary, may be 
 instantly dropped by a hand lever to release a mold. 
 
 Pressure Relief — 
 
 The length of stroke of the vertical plunger which fills the molds can be varied a maximum 
 distance of 6 inches, which is sufficient to meet the requirements of the clay in any 
 condition of temper. This plunger has a double escapement, or release, so that in case 
 a stone or other obstruction gets under it the excessive pressure operates the steel dogs, 
 releasing the plunger and obviating all danger of breakage. As the machine completes 
 its revolution, the relief escapement re-engages itself automatically, and, in case the 
 obstruction remains under the plunger, the same operation will be repeated until it is 
 removed or the machine stopped. The relief is equally effective in case the regulating 
 pin should be inserted too low in the plunger sleeve, making the pressure too great. 
 
 Mold Relief — 
 
 The mold feeding device is also provided with a similar relief, which is so adjusted that if 
 the molds get caught in any way the escapement will operate, preventing damage to 
 mold or machine. These escapements can be adjusted to the desired tension by tight- 
 ening or loosening the nuts on the spring caps. 
 
 Spanish Brick — 
 
 When so ordered, we build this machine to make Spanish brick, burned size 5 l /2 inches by 11 
 inches by 3 inches, in which case four brick per mold are made and the capacity per 
 hour is two-thirds that given for standard American size, where six bricks per mold 
 are made. 
 
 Driving Pulleys — 
 
 Both the machine and pug mill are furnished with a friction-clutch driving pulley, 42 inches 
 in diameter and 10 inches face, with 18-inch American clutch, bore 2^ inches. 
 
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 Speed — 
 
 Gear ratio, 15 to 1. For a capacity of ten molds per minute the 42-inch by 10-inch driving 
 pulley should make 150 R. P. M. Corresponding speed of pug mill about 50 R. P. M. 
 
 Power — 
 
 Power required for the combined machine and pug mill will vary from 20 H. P. to 50 H. P. 
 according to capacity and character and condition of material used. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 15,100 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Height over all above floor level 10 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Height of Mold Table 2 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Height of Pug Mill Hopper above floor level 7 ft. 5 in. 
 
 Floor space for Machine 5 ft. x 7 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Floor space for Machine with Pug Mill 10 ft. x 16 ft. 
 
 Distance from floor level to center line of Pulley Shaft on Brick Machine 8 ft. 4? g in. 
 
 Distance from floor line to center line of Pulley Shaft on Pug Mill 7 ft. 6^2 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Brick Machine to center line of Bearing on Brick 
 
 Machine Pulley Shaft 8 ft. 1 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Brick Machine to center line of Bearing on Pug 
 
 Mill Pulley Shaft 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Brick Machine to center line of Brick Machine 
 
 Pulley 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Distance from center line of Brick Machine to center line of Pug Mill Pulley 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Fire Brick Special Soft-Mud Brick Machine 
 
 For the manufacture of fire brick and fire-clay tile, we build a special pattern of our upright 
 brick machine. While the general design of the machine remains unchanged, we have increased 
 the size of the jack mold, the width and depth of the opening into which the molds are fed, and 
 the height of the legs on which the machine is mounted. This special machine is capable of 
 producing blocks up to 6 x 12x32 inches, green size. Any size within this range can be made; 
 or smaller sizes, where combined area does not exceed these dimensions, with sufficient allowance 
 for partitions. The maximum mold space is 7^9 inches high, 1 3 1 2 inches wide, and 35 inches 
 long. The minimum mold space is 2 7 -g inches high, 9 inches wide, and 35 inches long. The 
 molds must be enough smaller than the maximum mold space to permit them to move freely 
 without binding. 
 
 The machine may also be fitted with molds for making various shapes; in fact, any shape 
 that can be produced on a soft-mud machine can be satisfactorily made on the fire-brick special. 
 In fitting up the machine for special shapes, it is necessary to have a jack mold for each size or 
 shape to be produced. The fire-clay product of this machine has been found to be in all essen- 
 tial qualities equal to hand-made ware. 
 
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 American Eagle Horse- Power Brick Machine 
 
 The most simple method of making brick by machinery is by the use of the American Eagle 
 Brick Machine, built by The American Clay Machinery Co., of Bucyrus, Ohio, U. S. A. 
 
 This machine is strong, simple and durable. There is nothing to get out of order and ordi- 
 nary labor is all that is required for the manufacture of good brick. 
 
 This machine is well adapted for use on large farms, estates or ranches where a quantity 
 of brick is needed for use on the place. After it has served the purpose it can be sold, as there 
 is little depreciation when carefully used. 
 
 Any one wishing to go into the manufacture of brick, making five to ten thousand brick 
 a day, will find this machine well adapted for the purpose, as no costly outfit is needed. A few 
 barrows or trucks to carry the bricks to the drying yard are all that is required. 
 
 Having found a suitable bed of clay, the Eagle Machine should be set up at a convenient 
 point. A smooth piece of ground should be selected, where the brick are to be laid out to dry. 
 
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 This ground should be leveled off and made smooth. The clay should be hauled to the brick 
 machine and made wet enough to mold easily. The clay for a day's run should be allowed to 
 stand over night in a soak pit, to make it work easily. When the clay is in the right condition 
 the machine box should be shoveled full. Place a mold, bottom side up, in the machine to 
 keep the clay from working through the machine, and then start the horse. This will mix the 
 clay through, and when you are ready to make brick take another mold which has been soaked 
 in water and sanded with clean, sharp, dry sand. This mold should be slipped into place close 
 to the stop. Now pull the lower lever forward, which will slide out the empty mold and shove 
 in the one to be filled. Then raise the lever and slide in another well sanded mold. Now pull 
 the upper lever steadily, carefully and firmly forward, holding it with the right hand while with 
 the left hand you pull the lower lever forward. This will push the filled mold out and replace 
 it with an empty one. A long-handled, straight-edge knife is supplied, with which the operator 
 
 scrapes the extra clay from the top of the mold. The mold is then lifted from the machine 
 
 table and can be carried away to the drying yard. Should the brick stick to the mold, a light 
 tap on each end of the mold will loosen them. If the molds are cleaned carefully and are well 
 
 sanded there should be no sticking. Practice will teach any ordinary person how to work the 
 
 machine without trouble. It is important that the clay be in the right condition and that the 
 molds be well soaked and evenly sanded with good sand. The molds should be washed fre- 
 quently and cannot be too wet or too clean. The openings in the bottom of the mold are for 
 letting in air, and should be kept one-sixteenth of an inch wide. 
 
 The molds of brick are taken direct to the drying yards and dumped on the smooth and 
 leveled ground. 
 
 After the brick have been dried thoroughly they are ready to be placed in the kiln and 
 burned. The time necessary for drying depends upon the climate and the weather conditions. 
 Provisions should be made to protect the unburned brick from the rain. 
 
 While some brick-makers carry the brick from the machine to the drying yard by hand, it 
 has been found that the use of trucks will make the work easier and faster. We build trucks 
 for this work. 
 
 In operating this machine, one man should attend to the machine. A second man should 
 see that the molds are clean, sanded and ready at all times. A third man should keep the 
 tempering box filled with clay, and two or three to carry away the bricks. One good horse 
 will be able to furnish the power, though the quality and condition of the clay may make two 
 horses necessary. 
 
 The clay should be tempered as soft as possible to secure good results. The brick when 
 dumped on the ground should be stiff enough to retain their shape and not flatten out. 
 
 In hot, dry weather the molds may get so dry that sand will not stick to them. In such 
 cases the mold should be dampened, as the coating of the sand on the molds is necessary to 
 make the brick leave the molds when dumped. 
 
 This machine will make bricks as large as 12x6x3 inches, but special attachments are 
 needed for large sizes. 
 
 We would recommend the purchase of eighteen molds with each machine. These molds 
 will be specially made for the size of brick you desire to manufacture. 
 
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 American Eagle Steam-Power Brick Machine 
 
 The accompanying illustration shows the Eagle Brick Machine equipped for power. The 
 pulley is 30 inches in diameter and has a 6-inch face. Speeds should be from 35 to 40 revolu- 
 tions per minute. 
 
 Sand Box 
 
 In making brick it is necessary that the molds be well sanded on the inside. While we 
 furnish machinery for sanding the molds it may be found just as convenient on small yards to 
 sand the molds in a box which can be easily made right in the yard. In making this sand box 
 use good two-inch lumber. Cut four pieces 3 feet 6 inches long by 12 inches wide. These 
 pieces are for the ends and sides of the box. For legs use 4 x 4’s. The length of the legs will 
 depend on the elevation of the machine when it is set up. Nail the side and end pieces to the 
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 broken joints so as to make a sand tight bottom. Across the end of the box on top should be 
 placed a plank shelf 12 inches wide. This is used to lay the empty molds. This box will be 
 found convenient in small plants, but where there is power and larger capacity is desired we 
 recommend our Champion Mold Sanding Machine. 
 
 American Striking Knives 
 
 When the mold full of bricks comes from the machine it is necessary to remove any extra 
 clay from the top of the mold. For this work we supply a striking knife with which the clay 
 can be struck or scraped off. The machine man soon becomes expert in the use of the strike 
 knife. We make these knives with one or two handles as preferred by the customer. 
 
 American Brick Molds 
 
 We supply good brick molds, made of selected material, securely joined and iron bound. 
 Ordinarily six brick are made in each mold, but where special sizes of shapes are made the 
 number will vary. 
 
 The picture shows the mold made for a standard 8j4 x 4 x 2 1 ^-inch brick. The molds will 
 in each case be made the size the customer desires to make. This size should be given when 
 placing the order and allowance should be made for the shrinkage of the clay in drying and 
 burning. 
 
 Brick Drying 
 
 While it is often found possible to dry the brick on a smooth piece of ground leveled off 
 for that purpose, it is advisable to construct dry racks to protect the soft brick from the 
 weather. In this way the bricks are allowed to dry on the pallets, which are placed on the 
 racks. This method is a step in advance over drying the brick on the ground or on the floor. 
 It is not a difficult matter to construct drying racks, and in order to assist in the work we give 
 the amount of lumber necessary to take care of sixty thousand brick, which would be equivalent 
 to an output for one week at ten thousand brick a day. 
 
 Material for Racks — 
 
 140 pieces 4 inches x 6 inches x 16 feet mud sills. 
 
 440 pieces 4 inches x 6 inches x 7 feet posts. 
 
 6,000 pieces 1 inch x 1 1 2 inches x 2 feet cleats. 
 
 250 pieces 1 E 2 inches x 6 inches x 12 feet braces. 
 
 850 pieces 1 inch x 8 inches x 16 feet covering. 
 
 23.000 feet B. M. 
 
 Material for Pallets — 
 
 10.000 wood pallets 10 inches wide x 34 inches long. 
 
 40.000 pieces jbg inch x 2 } 2 inches x 34 inches top board. 
 
 30.000 pieces 1 inch xl 3/2 inches x 10 inches cleats. 
 
 24.000 feet B. M. 
 
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 American No. 22 Brick Mold Sander 
 
 This machine is designed for sanding the molds automatically before delivering them to the 
 soft-mud brick machine. It is substantially constructed and is strong and durable in all its 
 parts. The cylinder upon which the molds ride has 
 eight sides, four of which are open to receive the 
 molds to be sanded. The molds are fed to the 
 machine from one side and the cylinder containing 
 clean sharp sand revolves, depositing an even coat- 
 ing on the molds, and delivers them at the opposite 
 side of the machine. 
 
 The molds fit the openings accurately, so that 
 the sand is retained in the cylinder and is not wasted. 
 
 Three molds are always in process of sanding and 
 only the face of the mold comes in contact with the 
 sand. In using this machine it is necessary to have 
 clean dry sand; the molds being damp, the sand 
 readily adheres to the sides and bottom. 
 
 The machine is operated at a speed which will 
 deliver the mold at the proper time for delivering 
 same to the brick machine. It is fitted with a driv- 
 ing pulley, 24 inches in diameter, 3 inches face, and 
 should be operated at 20 R. P. M. to give a speed 
 of 10 molds per minute. The driving shaft is fitted 
 with a jaw-clutch so that the machine may be started and stopped readily. Floor space 
 required, 58 inches by 55 inches. Powder required, 1 H. P. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Rated capacity 
 
 Diameter Drum Shaft 
 
 Diameter Driving Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearings, Drum Shaft 
 
 Length of Bearings, Driving Shaft 
 
 Pitch diameter Driving Sprockets 
 
 Style of Chain 
 
 Size of Chain 
 
 Number of Strands of Chain 
 
 Number of Molds on Drum 
 
 Maximum length of Mold inside 
 
 Diameter of Jaw-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 Face of Jaw-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 Speed of Jaw-Clutch Driving Pulley 
 
 Power required 
 
 Average weight in pounds 
 
 10 to 20 molds per minute 
 
 1 1 2 in. 
 1 Vl in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 3 in. 
 
 4% in. 
 
 May Oborn 
 
 .'.No. 62 
 
 2 
 
 4 
 
 31^2 in- ° r 6 brick 4^g in. wide 
 
 24 in. 
 
 4 in. 
 
 20 R. P. M. 
 1 H. P. 
 
 1,525 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 .5 ft. 5 in. 
 4 ft. 11 in. 
 
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 Height over all 3 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Length from center of Sander to center of Driving Pulley 283^2 in. 
 
 Length from center of Sander to end of Driving Shaft Pulley side 2 ft. 8 p 2 in. 
 
 Width from center of Sander to center of Driving Shaft 203^ in. 
 
 Height from floor to center of Driving Shaft 2 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Mold on Guide Charging side 3 ft. 10 in. 
 
 Height from floor to top of Chain Shield Discharging side 2 ft. 1 1 in. 
 
 American Brick Molds 
 
 American Standard Brick Molds are caret Lilly fit ted and accurately made to size. The 
 partitions are firmly secured in the mold and the molds are securely bound with steel. In the 
 construction of our molds we use cherry, as it has been demonstrated that this class of wood is 
 the most suitable for brick molds, owing to the fact that it has a very close grain and does not 
 absorb water rapidly. It also remains smooth when wet. To produce good brick it is absolutely 
 necessary to have substantial, well-constructed brick molds. In ordering brick molds, be particu- 
 lar to specify the exact length, width and depth of mold required, and number of bricks per 
 mold. 
 
 American Revolving Dump Table 
 
 American Revolving Dump Tables are used for carrying the pallets upon which the bricks 
 are dumped from the molds. The table is built in a strong, substantial manner and operates 
 easily. The table can be furnished with four, five or six leaves, as may be required to suit the 
 arrangements of the plant. In operation the table is set directly in front of the mold sander, 
 
 where it is convenient for the dumper to return the empty molds to the sanding machine. 
 When the bricks are dumped on one side of the table it is revolved, bringing an empty pallet 
 ready to receive another mold of brick, at the same time delivering them to the opposite side of 
 the table, where they are convenient for the truckers or loaders, who remove the pallets loaded 
 with brick to the trucks or the dryer cars. 
 
 American Strike Knife 
 
 American Strike Knives are made of cold rolled steel and are fitted with double handles. 
 The strike knife is used to strike off the top of the mold as it issues from the brick machine, 
 thus removing all surplus clay and making the bricks of a uniform thickness. 
 
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 American Sand Dryer for Soft-Mud Plants 
 
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 This machine is designed for the purpose of supplying the necessary quantity of clean, dry 
 sand which is essential to the successful operation of a soft-mud brick outfit. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 Ample for plants of from 5,000 to 10,000 brick per hour. 
 
 General — 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Without clean, dry sand, the sticking of the brick in the mold will cause annoying delays, 
 which will materially affect the day’s output. Our sand dryer furnishes a simple, 
 convenient means to insure a supply of properly dried sand. The heat dome, under 
 which a small fire is maintained, is surrounded by a cylinder of perforated metal. 
 This screen cylinder is held rigidly in place by connections between the dome and 
 screen and its rigidity is increased by wide bands of unperforated metal around the top 
 and bottom circumference. An Opening at the bottom of the screen allows the sand to 
 fall through as fast as it is thoroughly dry. With this device an ample supply of dry 
 sand is assured at all times. 
 
 Weight — 
 
 1,100 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 
 
 38 x 38 in. 
 
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 Mechanical Brick Setter 
 
 For centuries all brick have been set in 
 the kiln by hand. The advent of machinery 
 of large capacity for the making and drying 
 of brick has made the old hand-set method 
 of kiln building too slow and to provide 
 more rapid and better means for setting 
 brick became a problem. As in other mat- 
 ters of extreme advancement in clay manu- 
 facturing The American Clay Machinery 
 Company worked out the problem, with the 
 result that the Penfield Setting System is in 
 daily use on many brick yards and is, in 
 every case, giving the best of satisfaction. 
 While this system is naturally best adapted to 
 plants of large capacity, it is none the less inter- 
 esting to all manufacturers of clay products. 
 The Mechanical Brick Setter is at once 
 Old Method of Hand-Set Brick ingenious, simple, thorough and successful 
 
 and does in a perfectly satisfactory way the 
 work set before it. Briefly stated it will handle each day as many brick as, under the old 
 method, required the services of from thirty 
 to sixty men, and it does the work better 
 and with practically no spoilage of brick, 
 where the hand method of the past exacted 
 toll to an alarming extent. 
 
 The installation of this system is not 
 prohibitive from an expense standpoint and 
 the cost will prove insignificant when the 
 results are taken into account. The system 
 is best adapted to the open-top continuous 
 kiln, being applicable to the setting of stiff- 
 mud, dry-press and soft-mud brick. 
 
 In addition to the great saving in time 
 and labor effected by this setting machine, 
 there is a marked improvement in the qual- 
 ity of the brick and freedom from friction 
 
 New Method of Setting Brick by Machinery 
 
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 in handling a body of men. To operate the machine requires a craneman and a helper; the 
 helper, however, need not give his entire time to the setting machine. 
 
 The illustrations here shown give an accurate idea of the simplicity of the setting machine 
 and the work it is doing. 
 
 These photographs were taken ot the machine in actual use. The work of the machine has 
 been witnessed by many leading brick-makers from all parts of the country and all express satis- 
 faction with, and astonishment at, the method and the work accomplished. 
 
 The use of the Mechanical Brick Setter does not interfere in any way with any other 
 department of the plant. The brick are taken from the off-bearing belt and are hacked on dry 
 cars just as of old, except that each car is hacked on a standard plan, leaving a small space 
 between the bricks ot the bottom row to provide an entering space for the fingers of the setting 
 machine. Each dry car is loaded with 800 to 1,000 brick, which are called a unit. The setting 
 machine handles a full carload of brick at each lift, touching only the bottom rows and doing 
 the work without dropping, chipping or injuring the brick. 
 
 Setting Machine Raising the Load 
 
 Setting Load of Brick on Top Bench of 
 Kiln. Note Evenness of Brick on 
 Under Side of Load 
 
 Setting Machine With Load Ready to Lift 
 
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 The only preparation necessary for the installation of the Penfield Setting System in any 
 plant is to equip the kiln shed with an overhead electric crane. The track upon which this 
 crane runs should be built down the entire length of the kiln shed, or as much of it as is desired 
 for machine-set brick, in order that the setting machine may operate freely over the top of the 
 kiln. To this overhead crane the brick-setting machine is attached. 
 
 The setting machine is built throughout of steel and has a number of prehensile fingers 
 which enter the spaces left between the bottom rows of brick as hacked on the dry cars. Each 
 stack or carload having been built on a uniform plan, it is easy for the operator of the crane to 
 run the carrier up to the dry car and slip the fingers of the carrier into the spaces left to receive 
 them. The crane then starts to raise the load and the weight of the load on the carrier causes a 
 series of grip plates on the fingers of the carrier to close automatically, putting just sufficient 
 pressure on the bottom row of brick to hold them firmly. The bulk of the weight of the load is 
 
 Setting Load of Brick on Third Bench 
 of Kiln 
 
 Setting Machine Raising the Arch Unit 
 Note Space Between Bottom Row of 
 Bricks for Fingers to Enter 
 
 carried by the heavy steel fingers, as the third course of brick from the bottom is built cross- 
 ways of the lingers. The lower row of brick having been automatically clamped, the load is 
 raised and is successfully carried to any part of the kiln, where it is set accurately in any place 
 desired on any bench of the kiln. When the load has been lowered into position in the kiln 
 and the weight is no longer on the machine, the pressure is automatically released from the grip 
 plates and they release their hold on the bottom row of brick so that the craneman can back 
 the carrier out from under the load and return with the carrier to the dry cars for another lift. 
 
 So perfectly is this machine built and so easy of operation that the craneman finds no 
 difficulty in picking up and setting a dry carload of brick each minute and with a marked saving 
 in time, labor, money and damaged brick. The usefulness of the Penfield system does not end, 
 however, with setting the brick in the kiln. After the brick are burned the carrier can again be 
 brought into use to pick up each unit or load and transfer it to the storage shed or load it on 
 railway cars for shipment. Here again a lot of men are supplanted and the work can be accom- 
 plished by the use of this machine at a much less cost. 
 
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 The Penfield Setting System is not an experiment. It is covered by numerous patents and 
 is fully protected. It is in daily operation in a number of modern brickyards. In the Chicago 
 territory this machine is doing the work of from thirty to sixty men at each yard and affords 
 money-saving possibilities which are most attractive and will insure any brick manufacturer a 
 handsome profit and a substantial dividend at the end of the year. It is for these reasons that 
 the advent of the Penfield Setting System has been watched with great interest by all branches 
 of the brick industry. It is such an important unit in a modern brick plant from a cost- 
 reducing standpoint that a brick manufacturer who is without it cannot hope to compete with 
 his more fortunate competitor who has it. 
 
 Any person interested in this labor-saving, money-making revolution in brick-making 
 machinery will be given further information, estimates, etc., upon request. The machine is not 
 sold, but will be installed on a royalty basis. Further particulars will be given on application. 
 
 Electric Traveling Cranes 
 
 \Ye have designed and constructed for use in connection with the Penfield Brick Setting 
 and Brick Handling Systems a line of three-motor Electric Traveling Cranes, containing such 
 special features as were required for use in this class of work. We are, therefore, prepared to 
 furnish to our customers who install these systems this part of the equipment of whatever 
 capacity and size may be required in the installation. The very best practice in crane construc- 
 tion has been followed in the design and production of these important units, and by them we 
 secure the desired speeds, the smoothness of action and the close inspection of the operator, 
 which are essential in this work. Our illustrations are examples of one of these cranes as installed 
 and in operation in a customer’s plant. 
 
The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 American-Haigh Continuous Kiln 
 
 We have a complete catalogue describing anti illustrating the Haigh kiln, which we will be 
 pleased to send on request. 
 
 Following the long-established custom of The American Clay Machinery Company, we have 
 gone thoroughly into the burning question with a desire to obtain the very best and most 
 economical kiln. Our representatives have visited all sections of the United States and Europe 
 for the purpose of studying the burning of clay products and to ascertain just what system 
 possessed the most points oi advantage. 
 
 In Europe economy and system in the manufacture of clay products have kept pace with 
 the well-known conservative and modern methods of other lines of manufacture. They have 
 closely studied the kiln question and have universally adopted the continuous kiln. 
 
 Owing to the high cost of fuel in Europe it was imperative that the consumption of fuel be 
 cut to the minimum. The universal use of the continuous kiln in Europe is, therefore, significant. 
 
 The American-Haigh Continuous Kiln is the most satisfactory and economical burning 
 system ever introduced. 
 
 Its record of operation as told by others is the only testimony we ask you to consider. 
 
 The statements of users are convincing and should prove our claims of superiority. 
 
 Why not put in an American-Haigh Continuous Kiln and burn twice as much clay goods 
 with the fuel you are now using? 
 
 We recommend your careful consideration of this subject and offer our best services in an 
 endeavor to reduce your burning cost and make your operation more profitable. 
 
 Will you give us the opportunity to figure with you? 
 
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 Let us show you one of these kilns in operation and estimate the cost of construction and 
 the saving it will be to you. 
 
 Many manufacturers are saving more than half of their old burning cost by use of the Haigh 
 kiln, and are turning out a better product with less waste. 
 
 Haigh’s Improved System of Continuous Kiln 
 
 The Haigh system of kiln differs from all others in important essentials. 
 
 It combines the economy of the continuous with the utility of the up-draft and the down- 
 draft kilns, and is a pronounced improvement over any kiln of any type heretofore placed on 
 the market. 
 
 The Saving We Offer You 
 
 We can save any manufacturer 60 per cent of his fuel, as it costs nothing to water-smoke 
 the ware and to bring it up to the settling point. This is done by the advancing heat system 
 we use in the Haigh Continuous Kiln. 
 
 110 Chamber Haigh Continous Kiln. Five Fires 
 
 To obtain the high-heat point, other kilns use between 50 per cent and 60 per cent of the 
 total amount of fuel which is ordinarily required to burn the kiln. 
 
 This is the fuel we save, because by the Haigh method we bring the kiln to the high- 
 heat point with advancing heat before commencing direct firing, and we thus complete the burn 
 on 40 per cent to 50 per cent of the total amount of fuel used by other kilns. 
 
 Top and Side Firing 
 
 The Haigh Continuous Kiln, is not fired exclusively from the top, it is also fired from the 
 sides, much the same as with ordinary up-draft or down-draft kilns with the exception that no 
 grates are required, as the fuel is burned directly on the floor of the combustion chamber. These 
 side fires maintain a uniform heat in the burning chambers and also furnish the advancing 
 heat for water-smoking the green ware. The top firing is started in the chamber or compartment 
 ahead of the side fires, and is commenced when the advancing heat from the other compart- 
 ments has raised the temperature to such a degree that the slack coal used in top firing is 
 gassified as it is fed into the kiln and perfect combustion results. Because of the perfect com- 
 bustion of the top fires and equally perfect combustion of the side fires it is possible to burn 
 
 ware without discoloration. „ £ . ^ f TT 
 
 Perfect Control of Heat 
 
 The Haigh Kiln is easy to understand and operate. The advancing of the fires and the dis- 
 tribution of heat are under perfect control of the operator. This perfect control is particularly 
 
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 important in burning and thoroughly annealing paving brick. For burning paving brick the 
 Haigh Kiln has been demonstrated to be a great success. Vitrified paving brick burned in the 
 Haigh Kiln have been found to be tougher and better annealed than those produced in the same 
 plants before the Haigh system was introduced, and stand a better rattler test. This more 
 perfect annealing of the product is largely due to the fact that the heating and cooling ot the 
 brick during the entire process of burning is very gradually accomplished. No cold air comes in 
 contact with them at any time while they are burning or cooling. 
 
 In uniformity and accuracy of burning the Haigh Kiln is equally superior, and paving brick 
 can be burned with the same certainty of perfect vitrification and freedom from heat defects as 
 
 Haigh Continuous Kiln, Showing Coal Elevator 
 66 Chambers, Three Fires 
 
 when burned under the most perfect known conditions in round down-draft kilns. Fire-proofing, 
 with all kindred hollow clay goods, are burned with equally satisfactory results, both as to cost 
 and quality. 
 
 Surplus Heat 
 
 In the Haigh Kiln, by a system of draft flues the surplus heat from the compartments which 
 are under fire is drawn into the compartments ahead of them, and is utilized in water-smoking 
 the unburned brick and in raising them to a high temperature before direct firing is applied. 
 
 The compartment next to the burning chamber becomes nearly as hot as the one burning. 
 The second ahead from the burning chamber is cooler than the first, the third cooler than the 
 second, the fourth cooler than the third, the fifth and sixth just about water-smoked. As the 
 heat travels it is followed along with the side and top fires, thus taking advantage of the heat 
 which goes to waste in down-draft and up-draft kilns. 
 
 The Haigh Kiln thus secures to the user the advantages of other types of continuous kilns 
 in the economy of fuel consumed, together with some very important results not obtained in 
 other kilns. 
 
 Each Compartment Fired Independently 
 
 An important advantage secured by the Haigh system of burning arises from the fact that 
 each compartment, so called, is fired independently of the other compartments, and the settle of 
 the ware in each is uniform from top to bottom. Another advantage is that different kinds of 
 brick can be successfully burned in the kiln at the same time. 
 
 Filled and Emptied Simultaneously 
 
 The general form of construction of the Haigh Kiln is such that the dried ware is taken into 
 the inner court, and the sections are filled through the openings into the kiln from this court, 
 while the burned ware is discharged through the doorways in the outside walls. This obviates 
 any interference between the loading and unloading crews. 
 
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 One great advantage of the Haigh Kiln is that various kinds of fuel can be used to burn 
 the wares without any change in the kiln construction, excepting the firing wickets. Either coal, 
 oil or gas can be successfully used for side fires, with a small quantity of slack coal for the top 
 firing. The percentage of slack coal for top firing varies according to the different materials 
 to be burned. When using coal for both top and side fires, the coal used on top will run from 
 nine to twenty per cent of the total quantity consumed. 
 
 Utilizing Waste Heat 
 
 After the heat from the burning zone in the Haigh Kiln has been utilized in water-smoking 
 and heating the green brick preparatory to burning, there still remains a large volume of heat 
 which is being thrown off by the burned brick while they are cooling, preparatory to being 
 removed. In some cases this waste heat is used on dry floors constructed above the kiln, while 
 in others by a very simple and complete arrangement it is drawn off and used in our American 
 Waste-Heat Dryer. Experience has proven that in all kilns which are operating on a full 
 continuous system there is sufficient heat ordinarily wasted which, when utilized by our method, 
 will dry all the materials the kiln will burn, however great the capacity may be. 
 
 Sizes and Capacities 
 
 The Haigh Kiln is designed to be erected in three sizes for burning all classes of clay prod- 
 ucts excepting sewer pipe and other glazed wares. 
 
 HAIGH KILN, SIZE No. 1 
 
 The No. 1 Kiln is the standard size for burning common brick, paving brick, and hollow 
 ware, where the material is hard to burn and requires very intense heat. The chambers or 
 sections are 15 feet wide, 12 feet long and 11 feet 6 inches high. This can be built either con- 
 tinuous or semi-continuous tor one set of fires. 
 
 This size kiln having one set of fires and consisting of 22 chambers will, when burning 
 building brick, give a daily capacity of from 30,000 to 40,000. When burning paving brick the 
 capacity will range from 15,000 to 20,000, and when burning fire-proofing or drain tile from 40 
 to 60 tons. A kiln of double this capacity would require two sets of fires, using 44 chambers. 
 A three-fire kiln would require 66 chambers. For capacities requiring more than one set of fires 
 it is always built continuous. 
 
 HAIGH KILN, SIZE No. 2 
 
 The No. 2 Kiln is designed for burning drain tile, fire-proofing and building brick when 
 materials are easy burning and will mature at less than 2,000 degrees F. 
 
 The chambers or sections in the No. 2 Kiln are 15 feet wide, 16 feet long and 11 feet 6 
 inches high. This size kiln having one set of fires and consisting of 22 chambers will burn from 
 60 to 75 tons of fire-proofing per day, or an equal tonnage of 4-inch drain tile or standard 
 hollow brick. 
 
 HAIGH KILN, SIZE No. 3 
 
 The No. 3 Kiln is designed for use in small factories or factories where it is desired to burn 
 continuously an output equivalent to from 10,000 to 20,000 building brick per day. 
 
 The chambers or sections are 12 feet wide, 12 feet long and 9 feet high. This size is 
 adapted to burning roofing tile in addition to the other clay products mentioned. 
 
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 Showing Four Chambers Ahead of Fire. These Chambers are Water-Smoking with 
 the Advancing Heat from the Burning Brick 
 
 Kiln Doors Just Opened with Burned Brick in View 
 
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 Ask Men Who Know 
 
 The following are users ot the Haigh Kiln. Write them for tacts and figures. Then come 
 to us for more names of users if you want still more testimony. 
 
 When you are satisfied that we can help you to greater economies and larger profits we will 
 send you an estimate on a suitable kiln for your work. 
 
 We will explain to you how you can burn all your products without burning all your 
 profits. 
 
 Put your faith in the Haigh Kiln and then watch the increasing proportion of good prod- 
 ucts and good profits and the decreasing cost of production. 
 
 A FEW USERS OF THE HAIGH KILN 
 
 A. F. Smith Company, New Brighton, Pa. 
 
 Capacity, 40,000 brick per day. 
 
 Columbia Clay Co., Vancouver, B. C., Canada. 
 
 Capacity, 50,000 brick per day. 
 
 Onondaga Vitrified Brick Co., Warners, N. Y. 
 
 Capacity, 60,000 brick per day. 
 
 Mira Brick Co., Sidney, N. S., Canada. 
 
 Capacity, 40,000 brick per day. 
 
 William Conway, Philadelphia, Pa. 
 
 Capacity. 40,000 soft-mud brick per day. 
 Standard Brick Mfg. Co., Evansville, Ind. 
 
 Capacity, 40,000 dry-press brick per day. 
 Anderson Brothers, Taylorville, 111. 
 
 Capacity, 15,000 soft-mud brick per day. 
 Marion Brick Works, Montezuma, Ind. 
 
 Capacity, 60,000 paving brick per day. 
 National Fireproofing Co., Perth Amboy, N. J. 
 Capacity, 1,760 tons of fire - proofing per 
 month. 
 
 National Fireproofing Co., Port Murry, N. J. 
 
 Capacity", 40,000 brick per day. 
 
 National Fireproofing Co., Hamilton, Ont., 
 Canada. 
 
 Capacity 2,400 tons of fire-proofing per month. 
 Excelsior Brick Co., Fredonia, Kansas. 
 
 Capacity", 100,000 brick per day. 
 Sibley-Menge Brick Co., Birmingham, Ala. 
 
 Capacity", 40,000 dry’-press brick per day". 
 Richards Brick Co., Edwardsville, 111. 
 
 Capacity, 20,000 dry"-press brick per day. 
 
 National Fireproofing Co., Lorillard, N. J. 
 Capacity", 2,000 tons of fire-proofing per 
 month. 
 
 Salmon Brick & Lumber Co., Slidell, La. 
 
 Capacity, 100,000 brick per day. 
 
 Sioux City Brick & Tile Co., Sioux City", Iowa. 
 
 Capacity, 40,000 brick per day. 
 
 Bessemer Limestone Co., Bessemer, Lawrence 
 Co., Pa. 
 
 Capacity", 80,000 paving blocks per day". 
 Albion Shale Brick Co., Albion, 111. 
 
 The Whitacre Fire-Proofing Co., Chicago, 111., 
 3 kilns. 
 
 The Kankakee Tile & Brick Co., Kankakee, 
 111., 2 kilns. 
 
 The Lincoln Paving Block Co., Corning, O. 
 Rose Hill Brick Co., Rose Hill, Va. 
 
 Hope Brick Works, Hope, Ark. 
 
 Milledgeville Brick Works, Milledgeville, Ga. 
 Merry Bros. Brick Co., Augusta, Ga. 
 
 The Ohio Brick Co., Toledo, O. 
 
 The Lehigh Brick Works, Allentown, Pa., 
 2 kilns. 
 
 The Richlands Brick Corp., Richlands, Va. 
 First Avenue Brick & Tile Co., Evansville, Ind. 
 The Hailwood Brick Co., Columbus, O. 
 
 Shale Brick Co., Pine Hall, N. C. 
 
 Iola Brick Co., Iola, Kans. 
 
 The Champion Brick Co., Baltimore, Md. 
 Credit Forks Brick Co., Credit Forks, Can. 
 
 
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 Estimates 
 
 The following information is required in order to make an estimate on t he cost of building 
 
 and burning the Haigh Continuous Kiln: 
 
 Capacity of kiln required. 
 
 State what class of clay products are to be 
 burned: A ire cut brick, soft-mud brick, dry- 
 press brick, paving block or brick, drain tile, 
 hollow ware, fire-proofing or roofing tile. 
 
 At what temperature will material burn? 
 
 What is the precentage of shrinkage? 
 
 By what method is the material now being 
 burned? 
 
 What kind of kilns are used? 
 
 How high is the kiln set? 
 
 What is the average settle on kiln? 
 
 What time is required to properly finish the 
 kiln after the settling heat has been obtained? 
 
 What time is required to properly water-smoke 
 and bring the kiln up to settling heat? 
 
 How long is the kiln allowed to cool? 
 
 What fuel is used for burning? 
 
 What is the cost of fuel at the plant? 
 
 What is the cost of labor for burning per hour? 
 
 Do you use w r aste heat for drying? 
 
 What is the nature of the ground upon which 
 the kiln is to be built? 
 
 How does it compare with the level of the 
 plant? 
 
 How far below the surface is water found? 
 
 What is the condition of drainage? 
 
 LOCAL MARKET PRICES OF BUILDING MATERIAL 
 
 Common brick per thousand. 
 
 Fire brick per thousand. 
 
 Fire clay for mortar per ton. 
 
 Sand per cubic yard. 
 
 Lime per bushel or barrel. 
 
 Cement per bag or barrel. 
 
 Crushed stone or gravel for concrete per cubic 
 yard. 
 
 Lumber per thousand feet. 
 
 Cost of labor. 
 
 Common labor per day or hour. 
 Brick masons per day or hour. 
 Masons’ helpers per day or hour. 
 Concrete workers per day or hour. 
 Carpenters per day or hour. 
 
 Showing Kiln Under Construction 
 
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 Putting Dry Brick into Kiln and Withdrawing Empty Cars 
 
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 Interior of Kiln Showing Method of Unloading Burned Paving Blocks by Gravity Carriers 
 Also a Good View of the “Drop Arch” 
 
 Loading Paving Blocks from Kiln to Cars with Gravity Carriers 
 
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 Progressive Pictures Showing the Building of a Haigh Kiln 
 
 The picture shows excava- 
 tions necessary for the founda- 
 tions and also the manner in 
 which the strong foundations 
 for the piers are laid. As the 
 permanency of the Haigh Kiln 
 and its continued satisfactory 
 operation depend upon sub- 
 stantial construction, we are 
 careful that the kiln from start 
 to finish is “Built Right,” in 
 order that we may be assured 
 that it will “Run Right.” 
 
 Beneath the ground, running 
 the full length of the kiln, is a 
 system of ducts of a sufficient 
 capacity to insure perfect oper- 
 ation of the Haigh Kiln. This 
 kiln saves half the fuel ordi- 
 narily used in burning paving brick and insures better brick and the highest per cent of No. 1 
 paving block. 
 
 
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 The picture shows the finished piers on which the doorway arches and main crown are built. 
 These piers are not solid brick. They are built hollow with substantial brace walls inside and 
 are filled with earth. This makes a heavy, substantial wall, which will allow for expansion and 
 will prevent radiation, reducing the loss of heat from the kiln while burning, thus making 
 
 considerable saving in fuel con- 
 sumption. The picture shows 
 one side of the kiln. The 
 opposite side of the kiln is 
 exactly the same. These piers 
 are substantially built and re- 
 quired 4,300 common brick and 
 600 fire brick. Between these 
 piers are constructed the fire 
 arches into which the fuel is 
 fed. In order to prevent the 
 burning out of the fire arches 
 and to obviate the necessity of 
 repairs, these fire arches are 
 lined with high-grade fire brick. 
 The entrance to chamber is 
 through the opening between 
 these piers. 
 
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 The picture shows one of 
 the main crown or main arch 
 sections in position with the 
 centers in position to build two 
 other arches. It also shows the 
 arches built a part of the way 
 up the centers. The men 
 shown are building the sup- 
 porting walls for the arches. 
 These supporting walls are not 
 tied in with the main arch, but 
 lean against it at the spring of 
 the arch and for a distance of 
 four feet up the arch from the 
 top of the pier. This construc- 
 tion is used to make sure that 
 the arch cannot bulge at the 
 spring when the kiln is under 
 fire. The Haigh Kiln is built 
 to secure special results — the principal results aimed at being economy of burning, simplicity 
 and labor-saving operation and permanence. 
 
 The picture shows 27 main arches in position with each arch supported by its supporting 
 wall. Each arch is eleven feet 
 in length; 2,840 fire brick are re- 
 quired to build each arch. The 
 doorway arch and the main 
 arch are both built at the same 
 time and each form a part of 
 the other on the inside of the 
 kiln. In a later photograph of 
 the inside of the kiln this fea- 
 ture of the construction will be 
 shown. A close study of each 
 step in this photographic record 
 will show how carefully we 
 build the Haigh Kiln to insure 
 satisfaction in every feature. 
 
 If you have any questions to 
 ask concerning the Haigh Kiln 
 or this photographic record we 
 will be pleased to hear from you. 
 
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 This is an interior view ot 
 the Haigh Kiln under con- 
 struction. It clearly shows the 
 doorway arch and the main 
 arch. It will be seen that the 
 door opening follows the curve 
 of the main arch, which elimi- 
 nates any offset at the doorway 
 and leaves the inside of the 
 kiln unobstructed. The open- 
 ings for the drop arches can 
 also be seen. One of the open- 
 ings for the waste-heat duct 
 will be seen between the first 
 and second drop arch openings. 
 Openings will also be seen 
 along both sides which are used 
 for top firing. 
 
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 This picture was taken to show the drop arch. These arches can be seen in the top of 
 the kiln. They have a drop of about 12 inches at the center and taper into the kiln wall on 
 the side. These arches are 12 feet apart and are placed in the center of each chamber. The 
 drop arch is not used unless the shrinkage of the material being burned is sufficient to give a 
 settle in burning of 12 inches or more. More than 12 inches in burning leaves a space between 
 the top of the brick and the under side of the crown. The drop arch prevents cold air from 
 
 passing over the top of the brick 
 too rapidly. The drop arches 
 are built from large fire clay 
 slabs made to conform to the 
 radius of the kiln arch. 
 
 Each chamber is 1 2 feet long 
 from center to center of floor- 
 ways. Across the inside of the 
 kiln at the ground level the kiln 
 measures 15 feet. Each chamber 
 is arched separately, the arch 
 being 1 1 feet long, leaving an ex- 
 pansion joint at each drop arch. 
 This expansion joint provides 
 for the contracting and expan- 
 sion when the kiln is heating and 
 cooling. After the brick are set 
 in the kiln a paper partition is 
 put in at the drop arch. 
 
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 the kiln roof, which can be seen in course of construction 
 
 This illustration shows 
 very clearly, at the right-hand 
 side, the construction of the 
 waste-heat flue. This flue or 
 duct runs the full length of 
 the kiln and is connected to an 
 opening in the top of the kiln 
 every 12 leet, which is one con- 
 nection to each chamber of 
 the kiln. The waste heat from 
 the cooling brick in each cham- 
 ber is drawn off through this 
 duct and is utilized in the 
 waste-heat dryer for removing 
 moisture from the green brick. 
 This picture also shows the 
 solid brick piers which are 
 being built for the support of 
 in the background. 
 
 This photograph shows the two doorway openings in the starting end of the kiln. The 
 main arch has been completed and the end wall has been built up to a height of nine feet. 
 Two underground ducts are 
 shown. The right-hand duct 
 leads to the fan which fur- 
 nishes draft for the kiln. The 
 left-hand duct leads to the 
 fan which draws off the waste 
 heat from the kiln and forces 
 it into the dryer for drying 
 the brick. These flues are 
 large enough to perform satis- 
 factorily the work for which 
 they are intended. To insure 
 their proper capacity is one of 
 the points of excellence in 
 construction for which the 
 Haigh Kiln is noted and which 
 makes it possible to save half 
 the fuel. 
 
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 The picture shows the 
 unfinished portion of the 24- 
 Tunnel Waste-Heat Dryer. The 
 picture also shows the large 
 duct which runs across the end 
 of the dryer and is connected 
 by smaller ducts to each tunnel 
 of the dryer. This large duct 
 is also connected with the 
 waste-heat duct on top of the 
 kiln which was shown in the 
 preceding picture. All the 
 waste heat from the cooling 
 brick in this Haigh Continu- 
 ous Kiln passes through this 
 duct to the dryer where it is 
 used in drying the green brick. 
 
 This is a feature of modern 
 brick making which means a 
 considerable saving per thousand in manufacturing cost. The saving is so great as to make the 
 initial cost of the installation small when compared with the saving. 
 
 The photograph shows the top firing holes through which the coal is fed. It also shows 
 the gauge holes for measuring the shrinkage of the ware when burning. The waste-heat opening 
 is also shown. This is the long narrow opening running across the top of the kiln. This open- 
 ing is connected with the waste-heat flue running over the full length of the kiln. By means of 
 an American Clay Machinery Co. fan the waste heat from the cooling kiln is forced into the 
 
 dryer. One of the great features 
 of the Haigh Kiln is that suf- 
 ficient waste heat is furnished 
 each day to thoroughly dry 
 the green ware, and in addition 
 to the saving of this waste heat 
 the Haigh Kiln saves half the 
 amount of fuel ordinarily used 
 for burning and half the labor 
 of operating the kiln. When 
 completed the top of this kiln 
 is filled with earth, level with 
 the piers shown in the photo 
 and the entire top of the kiln 
 is paved with brick, making a 
 smooth pavement all over the 
 top of the kiln. The castings 
 covering the firing holes will be 
 level with the pavement. 
 
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 ware. The substantially built roof, supported by heavy brick 
 
 This picture shows the 
 earth filling on top of the kiln. 
 It also shows the feed holes for 
 top firing. Through these 
 
 holes (he coal is fed. The 
 gauge holes are also shown. 
 I'll rough these gauge holes the 
 shrinkage of the brick or block 
 is measured. The opening 
 for connecting the chamber 
 with the waste-heat Hue is also 
 shown. A steel waste-heat hood 
 is placed over this opening and is 
 connected to the waste-heat 
 flue, so that the heat from the 
 cooling kiln can be drawn off 
 into the dryer for drying green 
 pillars, is also shown. 
 
 This is a side view of the kiln and shows the kiln shed under construction. The doorways 
 into the kiln also are shown. These doorways are used to remove the burned brick. The 
 smoke-flue openings can be plainly seen along the ground line. These openings are placed in 
 every other chamber. The open- 
 ing in the kiln wall is connected 
 with the flue, which has been 
 constructed of masonry built 
 into the ground where it makes 
 a connection with the flue to 
 the fan. The opposite side of 
 the kiln would show a similar 
 view, but on that side the door- 
 ways are used for taking in 
 the unburned ware so that 
 there may be no confusion 
 between the setters and the 
 crew which is emptying the 
 kiln or the burners. After the 
 green brick are set in the kiln 
 these doors are bricked up even 
 with the outside of the wall 
 and the doorways are used as 
 furnaces for the side fires. 
 
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 This photograph shows a 
 part of the kiln with roof 
 already constructed but with- 
 out side sheds. It also shows 
 the 24-Tunnel Waste-Heat 
 Dryer nearly completed. The 
 machine house, which is shown 
 in this picture, is nearing com- 
 pletion. In the hills, which are 
 seen back of the plant, there 
 is material for hundreds of 
 millions of the best of paving 
 block. The finished product 
 will be loaded out directly onto 
 railway cars. The railway track 
 parallels the kiln along its 
 entire length. 
 
 This picture shows the 
 finishing end of the kiln. It 
 also shows the kiln roof and 
 side shed complete. The side 
 shed is built to protect the 
 green brick from the weather 
 when they are brought from 
 the dryer to the kiln. This 
 roof projects twenty feet from 
 the kiln and covers the trans- 
 fer track. The doorways show 
 where the green brick are 
 taken into the kiln for setting. 
 The burned brick are loaded 
 out from the opposite side, 
 which prevents one gang of 
 men getting in the way of 
 another. 
 
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 This picture shows the 
 
 entire length of the kiln as 
 well as the complete roof. The 
 side shed projects sufficiently 
 to protect the wickets and 
 doorways from the weather 
 and insures the burner being in 
 the dry. On the ground line 
 
 will be seen the steel hoods set 
 against the damper openings in 
 the kiln wall. These connect 
 the kiln chamber to the flue 
 
 leading to the fan which pro- 
 duces the necessary draft. This 
 is the side of the kiln where 
 the blocks are removed to cars 
 or storage yard after the burn- 
 ing is completed. When the 
 
 kiln is being burned the door- 
 ways shown in the picture are bricked up and in them are built the fire boxes or wickets. 
 
 This picture shows the completed Haigh Continuous Kiln at the plant of The Lincoln 
 Paving Block Co., Corning, Ohio. The entire plant also is shown in this picture. The plant is 
 equipped throughout for the profitable production of paving block and the entire equipment 
 keeps pace with the 
 Haigh Kiln in the sav- 
 ing effected. The plant 
 was designed and equip- 
 ped throughout by The 
 American Clay Ma- 
 chinery Co., Bucyrus, 
 
 Ohio. From the day 
 the fires were lighted 
 in this kiln it has been 
 in daily successful ope- 
 ration and has been en- 
 tirely free from trouble. 
 
 An investigation of this 
 plant is invited. 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 This picture shows a car 
 of green blocks from the ma- 
 chine room to be placed in the 
 waste-heat dryer. The cars of 
 blocks are taken direct from 
 the machine room and are 
 transferred to the American 
 Waste-Heat Dryer. This dryer 
 is equipped with 400 single- 
 deck cars, and consists of 24 
 tunnels, having a single track 
 in each tunnel. The waste heat 
 comes from the cooling com- 
 partments of the continuous 
 kiln and is drawn off through 
 underground ducts and forced 
 into the dryer by an American 
 Steel Plate Exhauster. 
 
 out of the dryer and are taken on electric driven transfer cars 
 
 This picture shows the 
 dried block on the cooling 
 track outside of the dryer. 
 These blocks are all dried with 
 the waste heat from the Haigh 
 Kiln, in an American Waste- 
 Heat Dryer. The successful 
 drying of the paving block was 
 a problem, but it was success- 
 fully solved by the use of the 
 American Waste-Heat Dryer. 
 Each compartment of the dryer 
 is built to hold fifteen cars and 
 each car holds 420 blocks. The 
 blocks remain in the dryer for 
 forty-eight hours, then they 
 are bone-dry and are ready for 
 setting. They are then run 
 to the kiln for burning. 
 
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 This picture shows the cars of blocks placed on the electric transfer car, which takes the 
 
 blocks from the dryer to the 
 kiln and places them opposite 
 the doorway of the chamber, 
 where they are set in the kiln 
 ready to be burned. This 
 transfer car is a most conven- 
 ient and economical feature, 
 which insures quick handling 
 of the loaded cars at a mini- 
 mum of cost. The transfer car 
 carries three loaded cars and 
 also returns the empties to the 
 machine room. The operator 
 of this car gets so accustomed 
 to this job that he “spots” the 
 rails accurately and without 
 waste of time. 
 
 This picture show's the blocks on a transfer car in the kiln chamber. The cars of 
 blocks are then moved close 
 to the setters, who place them 
 in position as shown here. The 
 paper partition can also be 
 seen in this picture. As the 
 fire advances this paper is 
 burned off. The paper is 
 placed between every chamber 
 to prevent back draft. The 
 paper partition is placed at the 
 drop arch separating each com- 
 partment. The paper used is 
 not special; ordinary newspaper 
 stock is used. This is pur- 
 chaseable in rolls of from* 500 
 to 1,000 pounds, depending 
 upon the width. 
 
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 This picture shows the 
 wicket for side fires. This 
 wicket is built in the doorway 
 and no grates used, the fire 
 being on the floor of the door- 
 way. The picture shows one 
 of the doorways being fired 
 and the other with fire door in 
 position after firing. It will 
 be seen from the picture that 
 when the kiln compartment 
 has been filled, the doorway is 
 bricked up, and the wicket 
 shown is a part of this closing 
 up masonry. After the burning 
 has been completed and the 
 waste heat withdrawn, this 
 doorway is again opened and 
 through it the paving block are 
 removed. 
 
 This picture shows the top firing holes through which coal is fed into the kiln. The blocks 
 are so set that the coal fed into the kiln can fall to the floor of the chamber. These firing holes 
 
 are placed every four feet 
 lengthwise and crosswise in the 
 kiln. Only a small quantity 
 of coal is used from the top, as 
 can be seen in the picture. 
 The operator lifts the fire-hole 
 cover with a hooked rod and 
 with the other hand shovels 
 in a small amount of slack or 
 fine coal with a small shovel. 
 Note the coal bunkers for 
 holding the supply of coal. 
 The bunkers are moved along 
 the top of the kiln as the fires 
 advance. When the kiln is 
 under full heat the coal is 
 almost completely gassified be- 
 fore it reaches the bottom of 
 the kiln. 
 
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 This picture shows the 
 waste-heat hoods placed in 
 position on top of the kiln. 
 The hood connects the opening 
 in the top of the kiln to the 
 opening in the duct which 
 leads to the dryer. All the 
 heat required for drying the 
 blocks in the waste-heat dryer 
 is obtained from the cooling 
 blocks in the kiln. A previous 
 photograph in this series 
 showed the method in which 
 this waste-heat duct is built 
 into the kiln and the opening 
 in the top of the kiln which is 
 connected with the duct by 
 means of this hood. The entire 
 construction of this kiln is the 
 culmination of years of study and research, and insures the most economical burning. 
 
 This picture shows the burned blocks in the kiln, cooled and ready for removal. The gang 
 of wheelers who remove the fin- 
 ished brick are usually working 
 seven or eight chambers behind 
 the chambers in which the 
 bricks are being burned. The 
 waste heat for drying the green 
 brick is being drawn from the 
 cooling brick to the chambers 
 back of the fires. At the 
 Corning plant, when this pic- 
 ture was taken, the wheelers 
 were removing every block in 
 the compartment and were 
 loading them as No. 1 blocks. 
 
 From the top row to the bot- 
 tom row they were all first- 
 class pavers that would rattle 
 less than twenty per cent. 
 
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 This picture shows blocks 
 wheeled out of the kiln. These 
 blocks are taken out at the 
 opposite side from where the 
 green blocks enter the kiln, 
 so that there is no contusion 
 whatever between the setters 
 and brick wheelers. Two 
 chambers are generally being 
 emptied at one time, leaving 
 one chamber empty between 
 the loaders and the setters. 
 
 When the layout of the plant 
 is satisfactory, the blocks can 
 be removed and transferred 
 from the kiln to the freight 
 cars by conveyors. This 
 arrangement is possible where 
 the shipping track is depressed. 
 
 The American-Haigh Continuous Kiln has been in use in the United States for a number 
 of years and during that period of time it has been improved and brought up to a high standard 
 of economy for the burning of clay products. The kiln engineers of The American Clay Machin- 
 ery Company take into consideration and give careful attention to the fact that the burning of 
 clay products is just as essential to the success of the plant as the proper machinery and dryers. 
 With this in view, and the fact that more than 50 per cent of the plant expenditure during con- 
 struction is for kilns, they have followed five essential points, i. e. : 
 
 The best possible construction; 
 
 The lowest cost in expenditure; The lowest fuel cost; 
 
 The minimum cost of up-keep; The lowest labor cost. 
 
 
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 With these facts in mind one can readily see from the drawing on page 334 the excellent 
 and yet simple construction of the kiln. A careful inspection will show that the floor of the 
 kiln is solid. The kiln foundations are not cut into by lateral ducts, see A (Fig. 1); the flues 
 for the draft for the kiln are placed on each side of the kiln, see B (Fig. 1), and the connec- 
 tions to the chambers are made through the kiln wall, using a sheet steel hood, see C (Fig. 1) 
 to complete the connection. 
 
 Figure S, Interiorjof Haigh Kiln Showing Setting 
 
 The kiln isjuiilt in the form of a tunnel, the walls being large and heavy to support the 
 main crown, the doors into the kiln are directly opposite each other and are placed, in distance 
 apart from each other, according to the material which the kiln has to burn. Where economy 
 of space is essential, the width and height of the kiln also varies according to the material to be 
 burned, this decision, of course, resting entirely with the owner and kiln engineers, but a variety 
 of ware can be burned in any Haigh kiln. The main crown of the kiln has small openings, 
 4 inches diameter, through which slack coal is fed during burning. There is also left in the 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 crown in every chamber an opening, see E 
 (Fig. 2), which is connected to the waste-heat 
 duct, see D (Fig. 2) by a hood, see F (Fig. 
 2). After the arch is placed in position and 
 the feed-hole chimneys and waste-heat duct 
 are built, the kiln is then covered over on 
 the top with 21 inches of dirt filling. 
 
 The advantages of using a continuous 
 kiln is well known to most clay-workers. 
 The first and foremost advantage is the 
 saving of fuel. From data secured from 
 scores of Haigh kilns at present in use, the 
 saving of fuel is 50 to 55 per cent over the 
 down-draft or up-draft kiln. We also find 
 that there is quite a saving in burning labor. 
 The setting labor is just about the same in 
 all kilns; this is generally piece-work. The 
 setting in a continuous kiln of the Haigh type is generally known as two headers, two stretchers, 
 5 over 2 for brick, and two headers, two stretchers, 7 over 3 for paving blocks. Fig. 3 shows 
 plainly the setting used, in which the reader will notice that all brick have one straight face. 
 
 In the burning of the kiln a starting wall is built, at one end of the kiln, as is shown 
 in Fig. 4, three fire wickets are built permanently in the doorways, and from these three fires 
 the first four chambers of the kiln are practically water-smoked and the full heat for the first 
 chamber is reached. By placing the connec- 
 tion, see C (Fig. 1), on chambers 2, 3 and 
 4, the heat is drawn through these chambers. 
 
 In chamber No. 5 the first paper will be 
 placed, this paper being put clear across the 
 chamber (see Fig. 3). This acts as a dead 
 wall, the same as one built of brick would 
 act, until the fire reaches it. The reason 
 tor placing this paper is so that the fan 
 or stack will pull the fires ahead instead 
 of pulling in the cold air from where the 
 setters are working. After the fifth cham- 
 ber, every chamber has a like paper par- 
 tition. When chamber No. 1 has reached 
 full-heat point, then top firing with slack 
 coal is commenced, the heat from No. 1 
 chamber is being drawn ahead into cham- 
 bers 2, 3 and 4 by the fan or stack draft, 
 and it will be found that chamber No. 2 is 
 nearly as hot as chamber No. 1, and top 
 firing can be started. With fires from Nos. 1 and 2 being now in use, the advanced heat 
 from these extend through chambers 3, 4, 5 and 6. It can be here stated that the hoods for 
 draft for the kiln are moved along in accordance with the speed that the heat travels. 
 When chambers 1, 2 and 3 are all being burned, the heat extends into chambers 4, 5, 6, 7 
 and 8, and chambers 7 and 8 are being water-smoked, and when burning in chamber No. 1 is 
 
 Tile Set in Haigh Kiln 
 
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 completed, chamber No. 4 is ready for firing, and so on through the whole kiln. The top firing 
 is generally 24 feet ahead of the side fires when the kiln is in full operation. 
 
 Looking closely at the pictures here given, the reader will notice that the doorways are 
 used for the firing of the kiln, a temporary firing wicket is built into each doorway. The 
 following advantages can be claimed by the use of a Haigh Continuous Kiln: 
 
 (1) Perfect control of draft. 
 
 (2) Uniform products obtained, due to having uniform temperature throughout each 
 chamber. 
 
 (3) It can be installed to suit any location. 
 
 (4) No disadvantage occurs by conflict of setters and unloaders, as the unburned wares 
 enter at one side of the kiln and the burned wares are removed at the opposite side. 
 
 (5) The advantage of being able to use coal, oil, wood, natural or producer gas for fuel. 
 
 (6) The utilization of waste heat for drying purposes, which is successfully used on a large 
 number of plants. 
 
 (7) A small section can be built and added to at any time without any additional expense, 
 excepting that of building the other addition. 
 
 (8) The advantage of being able to burn all classes of clay wares, including paving block, 
 building block, hollow ware, fire brick, etc., without any change in the kiln being required. 
 
 The first of these advantages — “Perfect control of draft” — is due to the fan method which 
 we use. The fan runs at a constant speed, the change of draft being obtained by changing of 
 the hoods or connections. 
 
 The uniformity of products obtained is due to the combination of side and top fires, the 
 heat advancing through the chambers ahead of where the kiln is being fired brings the chamber 
 up to full heat point before the side fires are used, this heat being distributed equally through- 
 out the entire chamber. When the side fires are started the kiln is then close to settling point 
 
 and these fires are used only until the required settle is obtained or the required time to burn 
 
 the wares is ended. It can also be here stated that by using the side fires, very little fuel is 
 used from the top of the kiln. The top fuel required varies from 10 per cent to 20 per cent of 
 the total amount used, the remainder being used on the side fires. 
 
 The Haigh Continuous Kiln is adapted for any location. The kiln can be built in one long 
 line, it necessary, in two lengths placed side by side, if location is suitable, or in a horse-shoe 
 shape. Any of these kilns will still have the same advantage of having the wares enter one side 
 and removed from the other side. 
 
 The fuel advantage is one of great importance. Without any change whatever, the side 
 firing can be obtained by coal, natural gas or wood. There is no change necessary in the kiln 
 for oil firing, the only change being an exterior one, in that the oil must be conveyed by means 
 of pipes to the kiln, the same holds good for producer gas, the change being that the gas must 
 
 be conveyed to the kiln through the gas connections. 
 
 In Fig. 1, D, can be seen the duct for taking the waste heat from the kiln after the wares 
 have been burned and the fires have advanced 60 feet from the burned wares, the waste heat 
 from those cooling wares can then be taken from the burned wares to the dryer by fan draft, 
 as shown in Fig. 2. 
 
 In the construction of an American-Haigh Continuous Kiln, the manufacturer does not have 
 to wait until the whole kiln is built before he begins to use the same. After a few sections are 
 built, these sections can be used while the rest of the kiln is under construction. The kiln can 
 also be extended at any time it is desired to do so. A large number of these kilns have been 
 and are being enlarged by this method. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 In most of the clay-products plants in this country, more than one class of product is made. 
 Nearly all paving block plants also manufacture building brick and many of them hollow ware; 
 likewise, the drain-tile plants manufacture hollow ware, and many fire-proofing plants manu- 
 facture fire brick. This is one of the many advantages obtained by a side-fired continuous kiln 
 of this type. The same kiln can be used for the burning of all these wares, with the possible 
 exception of sewer pipe and pottery. 
 
 Fuel Consumption: Generally the first question asked is: “How much coal does it require 
 to burn a thousand brick, or a ton of hollow ware?” This is a question which cannot be 
 answered positively and correctly for each individual plant, as there is such a variation in 
 materials to be burned. We find from information gathered from scores of Haigh Continuous 
 Kilns that we are burning some at as low a fuel consumption as 270 pounds of coal per thous- 
 and brick; others vary in figures up to 600 pounds of coal per thousand brick. We also find 
 that we are burning paving block with 800 pounds of coal per thousand blocks, and as high as 
 1,200 pounds of coal per thousand blocks, yet we find this same variation takes place in all classes 
 of kilns, and when we look into the saving in fuel, we find that the percentage saved is the 
 same. If it takes more fuel on one yard than it does on another, with the identical continuous 
 kiln on each, we also find that the same variation exists with up-draft or down-draft kilns, the 
 variation being caused by the variation in the clays. Usually the Haigh kiln will save half 
 your fuel. 
 
 Cost of Construction: This is another matter that is a variable one, due to the fact that 
 building materials are not by any means the same in all localities, and here, again, the kiln 
 engineers have been obliged to make comparison of costs. In doing this, it is strange, yet true, 
 that the labor costs on kiln construction has shown the least change; fire brick has shown the 
 greatest variation, due, no doubt, to the fact that fire-brick plants can only be found in spots, 
 and the builder who has to ship fire brick a long distance has to bear the added expense in 
 construction. Nevertheless, we find that the actual cost of construction is just about that of the 
 Bee-Hive Down-Draft Kiln for the same daily capacity of burned wares, and when the reader 
 takes into consideration the saving of 50 per cent of fuel in these times of high coal costs, he 
 will readily see the advantages of installing a kiln of this type. At the present time there are 
 quite a number of American-Haigh Continuous Kilns being installed, but a more pleasing and 
 significant thing is the fact that many of those that have installed a Haigh Continuous Kiln 
 are at this time enlarging the same, which proves its success. The slogan, “ Repeat orders 
 show success,” is likewise true of “Repeat extension shows success.” 
 
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 Iron Work for Haigh Continuous Kiln 
 
 Waste-Heat Hood for Haigh Kiln 
 
 Socket and Lids for Fire Holes and Gauge Holes on Top of Haigh Kiln 
 
 Smoke-Duct Hood 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
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 OHIO 
 
 The American Company is 
 covers for crowned kilns. Grate 
 
 These we furnish in three si 
 
 Iron Work for Kilns 
 
 supplying all necessary iron 
 bars and kiln band clamps. 
 
 Kiln Band Clamps 
 
 work for kilns. Cast rings and 
 Make your needs known. 
 
 inches; No. 3, 6 inches. 
 
 Grate Bars 
 
 r - — — 
 
 We furnish the following sizes: 
 
 No. 1—36 
 No. 2—26 
 No. 3 — 50 
 No. 4—50 
 No. 5—32 
 No. 6—24 
 
 Kiln Doors 
 
 nches long, 2yo 
 nches long. 7 
 nches long, 3 [A 
 nches long, 3 
 nches long, 2 A 
 nches lone. 31 . 
 
 nches wide; weight, 34 pounds, 
 nches wide; weight, 64 pounds, 
 nches wide; weight, 44 pounds, 
 nches wide; weight, 40 pounds, 
 nches wide; weight, 23 pounds, 
 nches wide: weight. 21 nonnds. 
 
 These we make either single or with a protection plate on the inside, which can be easily 
 replaced when burned out. We make the following sizes: 
 
 No. 1-A. Plain, flat door, with or without sliding draft, as desired. Size of opening, 
 13x17 inches. 
 
 No. 1-B. 18 inches high, 14p2 inches wide. 
 
 No. 2-A. Convex door. Size of opening, 13x17 inches. Weight, about 70 pounds. 
 
 No. 2-B. 14 inches high, 14 inches wide. 
 
 No. 3. 16 inches high, 13 inches wide. 
 
 No. 4-A. Furnace and ash door combined, as shown in cut. Weight, about 250 pounds. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 The wide variation in clays, and the necessity for different treatment in different cases, 
 has led to our making a specialty of our Dryer Department. This department is in the hands 
 of competent specialists who have mastered the various problems of successful drying. To 
 meet every requirement found in clays we build various types of dryers, in order that the cus- 
 tomer may be assured of the best dryer for his particular clay without any prejudice. Each 
 dryer equipment is built complete in our own factory, no matter whether the type of dryer is 
 hot-air, waste-heat, steam, furnace or earless dryer. Making, as we do, every part of each 
 equipment, we are able to be sure of the excellent quality of each part, and can include the 
 entire equipment in one shipment. If you are in need of a dryer, or if you contemplate changes 
 in your present drying system, we shall be pleased to hear from you. 
 
 In writing us about dryer problems, correspondents should remember to state the class of 
 machine used, whether soft-mud, stiff-mud or dry-press; the nature of the clay, whether fire 
 clay, shale clay, porous clay or plastic clay; the kind of product to be manufactured, and quan- 
 tity to be dried daily. Give the sizes of the product to be dried, and if possible the amount of 
 water it contains; also, whether it cracks easily when subject to the sun or wind. Information 
 on these points will enable us to give you an accurate estimate and a full and satisfactorv 
 answer. 
 
 We have separate catalogues on drying clay products, which will be sent on request. 
 
 American Waste-Heat Dryer 
 
 The waste-heat dryer is the most economical drying system, as it utilizes the waste product 
 in the shape of waste heat from the cooling kilns, therefore no additional fuel is necessary for 
 heating the dryer. There is also an additional saving due to the fact that the kilns are cooled 
 more rapidly, thereby saving from 24 to 48 hours in the time required to cool and empty the 
 kilns. 
 
 The two important factors in drying clay products are heat and circulation of air, one being 
 as important as the other. In the American Waste-Heat Dryer both factors are amply provided 
 for. 
 
 The waste-heat dryer may be used successfully with a battery of down-draft kilns of either 
 the round or square type, and is used also very successfully in connection with the American- 
 Haigh Continuous Kiln. 
 
 Construction 
 
 The dryer is constructed entirely of brick and concrete, and therefore is strictly fire-proof 
 as well as being a permanent installation. The dryer consists of a number of tunnels. The 
 standard length is 105 feet. The width and height of the tunnel is regulated according to the 
 size and design of the car used for handling the ware. 
 
 At the side of the dryer and located at the discharge end of the tunnels a large fan or 
 exhauster is installed. This fan is connected with underground Hues to the different kilns on 
 
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 the plant and arranged to draw the hot air from the kilns through the fan and discharge it into 
 a main heat duct, which is underground and directly across in front of the tunnels. Branching 
 off from the main heat duct are smaller ducts underneath each tunnel. These ducts extend 25 
 feet under the tunnel and are covered the entire length, with the exception of a series of small 
 openings through which the heated air enters the tunnel. At the upper end ol the tunnel a 
 cross-duct is built under the floor and connected to a smaller fan or exhauster for the purpose of 
 drawing off the damp atmosphere, which is forced to the upper end of the tunnel by the large 
 fan at the lower end. A suitable opening is left in the floor at the upper end of each tunnel to 
 permit the damp atmosphere to reach the small exhauster. These openings are closed with 
 dampers for the purpose of regulating the flow ot air from the tunnel. 
 
 Operation 
 
 The tunnels are built on an incline or grade equal to 1 inch in every 7 feet so that the 
 upper end or receiving end of the tunnel is 15 inches higher than the lower end or discharge end 
 of the tunnel. It is essential that the dryer be built with a grade in order that the train of cars 
 in the tunnel may be moved readily. 
 
 In the operation of the dryer it is essential that the tunnels be always kept full of cars 
 loaded with brick, otherwise the efficiency of the dryer is very materially affected. When a 
 carload of dry brick is taken from the discharge end of the tunnel the entire train of cars will 
 move down the tunnel, leaving a space at the upper end of the tunnel to receive a carload of 
 green brick. The green brick entering the receiving end of the dryer come in contact with the 
 warm, moist atmosphere and are gradually heated. As the car makes progress down through 
 the tunnel the temperature increases and the drying of the ware progresses. The temperature 
 of the air in the tunnel at the discharge end is usually about 250 degrees Fahr., and the tem- 
 perature of the air at the receiving end ot the tunnel is about 125 degrees Fahr. This, however, 
 may be regulated according to requirements. 
 
 Each tunnel is entirely separate from its neighbor and may be operated independently. 
 Any tunnel in the dryer may be shut off and put out of operation whenever required. Addi- 
 tional tunnels may be added to the dryer to increase the capacity without affecting the opera- 
 tion of the tunnels previously installed. 
 
 Exhausters — Equipment 
 
 For handling the waste heat in the kilns and forcing it into the dryer we use a ^-housed 
 steel plate exhauster or fan. The size of this exhauster is determined by the number 
 of tunnels to be operated, the character of the clay to be dried and the kind of ware 
 to be produced. The steel plate exhauster may be arranged for belt drive either from 
 an engine or motor, or it may be equipped with a direct-connected engine or arranged 
 for a direct-connected motor. The speed of the exhauster regulates the supply of air 
 entering the tunnel and this may be varied to suit requirements and conditions. 
 
 In the upper end of the tunnel a small fan or exhauster is installed for the purpose of draw- 
 
 ing off the damp atmosphere from the drying ware. The method of driving this exhauster 
 may be either belt drive, engine driven or motor driven and the speed regulated 
 according to requirements. 
 
 Suction Damper — - 
 
 In connection with the large exhauster, a mixing chamber is installed through which the 
 
 hot air from the kilns passes to reach the fan and in this mixing chamber is installed 
 
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 a suction damper for the purpose of regulating the supply of cold air to the fan in 
 order to reduce the temperature of the waste heat before it reaches the dryer. The 
 supply of cold air is under perfect regulation at all times. 
 
 Heat Duct Dampers — 
 
 A steel damper is installed in the heat duct underneath each tunnel for the purpose of 
 regulating the supply of air to each tunnel, making it possible to insure an equal supply 
 of air to the various tunnels in the dryer, the arrangement being such as to permit 
 closing off a tunnel entirely if it is desired to put the tunnel out of operation. 
 
 Vent Dampers — 
 
 In the upper end of the tunnel a steel vent damper is installed in the opening in the floor 
 connecting to the vent duct leading to the exhaust fan. These vent dampers are 
 arranged to regulate the flow of air from the tunnel. 
 
 Tunnel Doors 
 
 At the lower end or discharge end of the tunnel, we use steel tunnel doors mounted on a 
 steel frame which is anchored to the end of the tunnel wall. This construction is 
 substantial and permanent. At the upper end or receiving end of the tunnel, we 
 
 advise the use of wooden doors, as experience has shown that steel doors rust out 
 
 rapidly, due to the excessive amount of moisture in the upper end of the tunnels. 
 The wooden doors, however, should be mounted on a steel frame anchored to the end 
 of the tunnel walls. 
 
 Tracks in Tunnels - 
 
 The tracks in the tunnels should be made of heavy steel rails not less than 16 pounds 
 per yard. These tracks are secured to cross-ties, which are usually made of 16 -pound 
 steel rails. Cast iron rail clamps are used for securing the steel rails to the cross-ties. 
 
 With the track properly installed there should be no trouble whatever in operating the 
 
 cars through the dryer, as the tracks are always in perfect line and proper gauge. 
 
 Dryer Cars — - 
 
 For drying brick or paving blocks it is customary to use either a single-deck or a double- 
 deck dryer car. These cars may be furnished with steel decks or may be equipped 
 with wooden decks. For drying fire-proofing, hollow building block or drain tile either 
 double-deck or triple-deck dryer cars may be used, equipped for either steel decks or 
 wooden decks. For drying soft-mud brick, a rack car is used, arranged for using 
 either steel or wooden pallets. 
 
 We build a standard line of dryer cars and are prepared to furnish special cars when neces- 
 sary to meet some special requirement or condition. 
 
 Transfer Cars and Turntables — 
 
 We build a standard line of transfer cars and turntables suitable for use in connection with 
 our dryers. The transfer cars are built for either single or double track, and for large 
 plants we build triple-track transfer cars, which are usually motor driven. 
 
 Auxiliary Furnace — 
 
 In connection with the waste-heat dryer it is sometimes advantageous to install an auxil- 
 iary furnace, located near the large exhauster. This furnace is used for the purpose of 
 heating up the dryer when starting and is only used while no waste heat is available 
 from the kiln. We furnish complete equipment of iron work for the auxiliary furnace 
 with plans for its installation. 
 
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 American Steam- Blower Dryer 
 
 The American Steam- Blower Dryer is installed and equipped practically the same as a waste- 
 heat dryer, and is recommended on plants where no waste heat is available for drying the ware. 
 
 W ith this dryer a steam coil heater encased with a steel jacket is installed in connection 
 with a large exhauster for the purpose of heating the air to be supplied to the tunnels. In 
 connection with the steam coil heater we use the low-pressure vacuum system for circulating 
 the steam, making it possible to use exhaust steam when available during the day and live 
 steam at a low pressure during the night. We supply the vacuum traps and vacuum pump 
 necessary for drawing off the condensation and returning the hot water to the boiler. Steam 
 pipe connections from the boiler to the heater and from the pump back to the boiler are not 
 furnished except under special arrangement. 
 
 Equipment 
 
 The equipment tor the steam-blower dryer, consisting of cars, dampers, tracks, transfer 
 cars, etc., is the same as it would be for a waste-heat dryer, and the operation of the dryer is 
 practically the same. 
 
 Bucyrus Steam-Tunnel Dryer 
 
 The Bucyrus Steam-Tunnel Dryer is one of the oldest dryers in use, and has been in suc- 
 cesstul operation many years. This type ot dryer was in use long before the waste heat or 
 blower type of dryer was invented. 
 
 The dryer consists of a series of tunnels each 75 feet long. The height and width of the 
 tunnels are regulated according to the size and design of the cars used in drying the product. 
 Each tunnel is equipped with a series of steam pipes connected at each end by suitable mani- 
 folds and headers, and provided with independent valves, so that the tunnels may be operated 
 independently, if desired. 
 
 There are seven lines of 1-inch steam pipe attached to the tunnel walls on each side of the 
 tunnel and sixteen lines of 1-inch pipe on the floor of the dryer between the track rails and 
 underneath the cars. 
 
 The dryer is operated under the low-pressure vacuum system, so arranged that exhaust 
 steam may be used when available during the day time and live steam at low pressure is used 
 at night. The necessary vacuum traps and vacuum pump are furnished with the equipment. 
 Steam connections from the boiler to the dryer and hot-water connections from the pump back 
 to the boiler are not furnished except under special arrangement. 
 
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 The circulation of air in the Bucyrus Steam-Tunnel Dryer is up and down instead of longi- 
 tudinally, as in other types of dryers, where the air enters at one end of the tunnel and passes 
 out at the opposite end. At proper intervals in the tunnel walls are placed a series of warm-air 
 ducts for conveying the warm air from the space above the dryer and underneath the shed roof, 
 where the air is warm and free from moisture at all times. These ducts are arranged so as to 
 discharge the air directly underneath the steam pipes located between the rails and underneath 
 the cars. The air, coming in contact with the hot pipes, becomes more highly heated and rises 
 up through and between the bricks on the cars, gathering moisture from them in its ascent. It 
 then passes out through vapor stacks located in the roof of the tunnels above the cars. As the 
 moisture-laden air travels only a few feet and passes directly into the open air, there is no ten- 
 dency for the moisture to settle on the brick. Each vapor stack is equipped with a damper for 
 regulating the draft and controlling the circulation of air among the brick, insuring uniform drying 
 on all parts of the car. 
 
 The dryer is constructed entirely of brick and concrete, and therefore is fire-proof anti durable. 
 
 The equipment of cars, etc., for this type of dryer is similar to any other type of tunnel dryer. 
 
 Detailed plans showing the construction of the dryer are furnished with each equipment. 
 
 Bucyrus Steam-Tunnel Tender-Clay Dryer 
 
 The Tender-Clay Dryer is similar in construction to the standard Bucyrus Steam-Tunnel 
 Dryer. The tunnels, however, are 105 feet long. The standard pipe in the equipment for the 
 75-foot tunnel is furnished, and the upper end of the tunnel, 30 feet, is equipped with six 
 lines of pipe, for the purpose of maintaining a low temperature in the upper end of the tunnel. 
 By this method we find that tender clay may be dried successfully, as the brick are warmed 
 slowly in the upper end of the dryer before passing down to the point where they receive a 
 higher temperature. Clays which are very difficult to dry in the open air without checking or 
 cracking have been successfully dried in this type of tender-clay dryer. 
 
 The general construction of the dryer and the equipment of cars, etc., is similar to the 
 standard Bucyrus Steam-Tunnel Dryer. 
 
 Furnace Dryer 
 
 The Furnace Dryer or Radiated-Heat Dryer is the oldest type of dryer in use for the 
 drying of clay products. This type of dryer was used before the steam-heated dryers were 
 invented. The dryer consists of a series of tunnels, each having its own furnace for generating 
 the heat and having its own flue connection to the stack for carrying off the products of 
 combustion. 
 
 The furnaces are located below the floor of the dryer, and the track from the tunnel passes 
 directly over the furnace. The smoke flue connecting the furnace to the stack passes under- 
 neath the tunnel and the covering of the smoke flue forms the floor of the tunnel, the heat 
 radiating through the floor. 
 
 At the upper end of the dryer a brick stack is erected, so arranged that the smoke from 
 the furnaces and the vapor from the drying brick in the tunnels are carried off in the same stack. 
 The floor of the tunnel is tight and no gas or smoke from the furnace enters the tunnels. 
 
 The dryer is constructed of brick and concrete, and is a permanent and lasting installation. 
 Many dryers of this type have been in constant use for more than thirty years. 
 
 The tunnels are 105 feet long, and the width and height of the tunnel are built in accord- 
 ance with the size and kind of car used. We supply all of the structural iron work for the 
 erection of the dryer and also the necessary equipment of cars, etc., for operating. 
 
 Complete plans and specifications are furnished with each equipment. 
 
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 Steel Plate Exhausters with Direct-Connected Engine 
 
 The fan is direct connected to a horizontal throttling slide valve engine. 
 
 This engine is built with a solid cast iron bed. The engine shaft forms the fan shaft. 
 
 The guides of this engine are of large area and of cylindrical form; and, being a part of the 
 bed, are not adjustable, consequently they cannot be misadjusted, and their concave surfaces 
 allow the cross-head to adjust itself to the crank pin, thus rendering it impossible to throw the 
 connecting rod in twist. The cross-head is made of cast steel, and has gibs filled with babbitt 
 metal. The crank pin, piston rod, valve rod and some of the other minor parts are made of 
 steel. 'I'he glands and stuffing boxes are made of brass, so that they will not rust, and cannot 
 be screwed up to chafe the piston rod or valve stem. The piston is of the simplest form, being 
 a plain disc, turned to fit the bore of the cylinder, and having two recesses in its surface, into 
 which rings of eccentric shape are sprung to form a joint between the piston and cylinder 
 surface. These require no adjustment, cause no undue friction or wear, leave the piston free to 
 move, and at the same time are perfectly steam tight. The eccentric has two keyseats, one for 
 the over stroke, and the other for the under stroke, with an interchangeable key, which secures 
 it in either position, and completely frustrates any tampering with the valve adjustment. This 
 engine is designed for quick motion, and may be run at almost any desired speed, as it has all 
 the elements of endurance. Its bed frame is rigid, its ports are ample, and it has large bearing 
 and wearing surfaces, adapting it to long and continuous runs under heavy duty. 
 
 Fittings 
 
 The engine will be provided with a governor throttle valve, sight-feed cylinder lubricator, 
 oil cups, drain cocks, spanner wrench, ball and stand oiler for wrist, wipe oiler for cross-head 
 and drip oiler for eccentric. Steam, exhaust and water pipes are not included. 
 
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 Pulley-Driven Steel Plate Exhauster with Water-Cooled Bearing 
 
 When the fan is to be driven by belt, the outer end of the fan shaft is supported by a 
 substantial bearing, and a plain crown-faced driving pulley is furnished. 
 
 Motor-Driven Exhausters for Direct-Connected Motor 
 
 When the fan is to be driven by a direct-connected motor, we furnish a heavy cast iron 
 base for mounting the exhauster instead of the I-beam grillage. 
 
 A gear and pinion is mounted in the cast iron base and a coupling is furnished on the 
 pinion shaft to connect to the shaft of the motor, which is mounted on a separate base or 
 foundation. 
 
 We do not furnish the motor. Any standard type of motor may be used, but should be a 
 medium-speed motor. 
 
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 WeJbuildjTh ree-quarter-Housed Bottom Horizontal Discharge Steel Plate Exhausters of 
 very heavy pattern, designed for use with our waste-heat dryers. 
 
 The fan housing is built of sheet steel securely braced with angle iron, finished in a neat 
 and workman-like manner, and painted with a good quality of metallic paint. 
 
 The fan wheel is made of T-iron, cast into an iron hub, forming a spider. 
 
 The blades and side plates of the fan wheel are made of sheet steel, and the wheel is 
 further reinforced by a band of iron encircling the rim. 
 
 The wheel is carefully balanced and secured to the fan shaft by means of keys and set- 
 screws. 
 
 The fan shaft is made of forged steel turned perfectly true. 
 
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 The journal box is of our standard ring-oiling, ball-and-socket, water- jacketed type. It con- 
 sists of an internal sleeve mounted in a 
 substantial casing, the center portion 
 of the sleeve being turned absolutely 
 spherical. This turned portion rests in 
 a babbitted seat in the casing, so that 
 it is perfectly free to adjust itself to the 
 position of the shaft. The alignment 
 therefore is absolutely perfect, and as 
 the sleeve is protected by the outer 
 casing it is impossible to accidentally 
 disturb the adjustment. 
 
 The journal box is mounted on a 
 substantial base and is securely anch- 
 ored to the foundation. 
 
 Water is introduced by pipes into 
 the cap and lower portion of the bearing around the oil casing, giving a constant circulation of 
 water entirely around the bearing of the shaft. This keeps the temperature of the shaft down 
 and absolutely prevents heating of the bearing. 
 
 This is the best constructed and most durable water-cooled box manufactured, and is a 
 requirement to the successful working of a waste-heat dryer. 
 
 Water-Cooled Bearing 
 
 This cut illustrates a water-cooled bearing complete with shaft, 
 grillage and outboard bearing for the 
 size No. 320 Kxhauster 
 
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 View showing a series of Swinging Sheet Tunnel Doors. Complete with hinges and improved relief 
 
 spring latches. Mounted on steel Dryer front 
 
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 American No. 541 Universal Rail Clamp 
 
 In steam-tunnel and waste-heat dryers, 
 where the tracks in the tunnels are sup- 
 ported by “I” beams or “T” rails run- 
 ning across the dryer at right angles to 
 the tracks, the No. 541 Universal Rail 
 Clamps shown in the accompanying illus- 
 tration can be used to excellent advan- 
 tage. They can also be used wherever 
 steel ties are used in connection with 
 industrial tracks. A set of the No. .541 
 rail clamps consists of four clamp castings, two right-hand and two left-hand, and two machine 
 bolts with hexagon nuts for securing them in position. The castings are shaped so that they 
 conform accurately to the dimensions of the top flanges ot the “I” beams or “T” rails, and 
 when the nuts are tightened the rail is held securely in a fixed position and in proper alignment. 
 
 Suction Damper 
 
 The Suction Damper is used for regulating the admission of cold air into the mixing cham- 
 ber, in order to reduce the temperature ot the waste heat coming from the cooling kilns before 
 entering the fan, thus regulating the temperature of the air passing into the tunnels. The con- 
 struction of the damper is substantial throughout. It is made with a heavy steel frame arranged 
 to be built into the brick wall forming the mixing chamber. The damper is so constructed that 
 it may be opened to any degree required and locked into position. In this way the amount of 
 air passing through the damper can be regulated very closely. 
 
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 The Steam-Coil Heater is used with our steel plate exhauster when used in connection with 
 our steam-blower dryers or in connection with a combination steam-blower and waste-heat 
 dryer. 
 
 The illustration shows the construction of a heater as used with a steam-blower dryer. 
 W hen the heater is used in connection with a combination waste-heat and steam-blower dryer, 
 steel doors or shutters are furnished with the heater so that the open end may be closed to 
 prevent drawing air through the heater while drawing the waste heat from the kilns. By regu- 
 lating these doors it is possible to draw sufficient air through the heater to temper the hot air 
 from the kilns, reducing the temperature to the proper degree before entering the fan. In such 
 conditions the use of a regular damper such as is used with a waste-heat dryer is avoided. 
 
 The Steam-Coil Heater consists of a number of sections inclosed in a neat and substantial 
 steel plate housing. Each section is independently connected for inlet and outlet. A section 
 consists of a cast iron base, into which the pipes are firmly secured, the top of the pipes being con- 
 nected by a special return bend. The cast iron base is so constructed that the steam enters at 
 the top and the condensation or drain is taken from the bottom. This insures a perfect circu- 
 lation at all times and it is impossible for a heater to fill up with water. 
 
 Each section is built complete and thoroughly tested before shipment, the’ heater being 
 shipped in a knocked-down condition. That is, the sections are shipped independently, and the 
 steel plate housing is shipped in sections, so that it can be readily attached to the heater when 
 the different sections are assembled. 
 
 The pipe connections to the heater can be arranged to suit the conditions, and it is arranged 
 to use exhaust steam or live steam at low pressure with the vacuum system. 
 
 Vacuum traps and vacuum pump is used to insure perfect circulation of steam and return 
 the condensation back to the boiler. Each heater is furnished of the proper size in accordance 
 
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 with the steel plate exhauster with which it is used. The height, width and number of lineal 
 feet of 1-inch pipe contained in the heater vary according to the size of the fan. The size of 
 the heater is calculated to allow sufficient tree inlet of air to supply the fan with which it is 
 used. For the largest sizes of fans a double section of heater is used, in order to reduce the 
 height of the heater and secure sufficient free inlet of air. 
 
 American Steam-Coil Heater 
 
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 Method of Designating Hand of Fan 
 
 
 Right Hand Top 
 
 Left Hand Top Horizontal Discharge 
 
 Left Hand Top l/irtical Discharge 
 
 Right Hand Bottom Uirtical Discharge 
 
 Left Hand Bottom t//rtica/ Discharge 
 
 The terms Right Hand and Left Hand refer to the position of the pulley in relation to a 
 person facing the outlet of the fan. 
 
 When direct connected engine is used it takes place of pulley. Left Hand fan has a Right 
 Hand engine. Right Hand fan has a Left Hand engine. 
 
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 The American Steam Pipe Rack- Dryer 
 
 The Steam-Pipe Rack Dryer is essentially a rapid dryer, and it is important to determine 
 the drying qualities of clay or shale intended to be dried by this process. Brick made today 
 are dried tonight and are taken to the kilns the following morning, and it is important to know 
 that the clay will stand such rapid drying as this before selecting this type of dryer. 
 
 The principle of drying is that of conduction or direct radiation. Therefore it is the most 
 economical dryer that can be installed. It is especially adapted for handling and drying soft- 
 mud common building brick, and lends itselt better to this process than to any other process of 
 clay working. 
 
 With our system of steam-pipe rack dryers, we have organized the loading and unloading 
 ot the dryer in a scientific manner. The pallets of newly made brick go from the brick machine 
 direct to the dryer at a certain fixed speed per minute, the men in the dryer are working at a 
 uniform speed, and the empty pallets are being returned to the machine accordingly. This is an 
 especially advantageous feature. 
 
 W ith our system of steam-pipe rack dryers, we have arranged our manifold system of piping 
 so as to get the utmost efficiency from the steam, and operate the dryer exclusively under the 
 vacuum system, using low-pressure steam. There are more heat units available for drying 
 purposes in low-pressure steam than there is in high-pressure steam, and with the properly 
 organized arrangement of manifolds and piping the utmost efficiency is secured. 
 
 With our system of taking the brick from the dryer to the kilns there is absolutely no con- 
 flict with the men who are loading the dryer, and this work is so arranged as to protect the 
 brick anti make handling as easy as it is possible to do. 
 
 The arrangement of our buildings for the dryer are such as to give the workmen plenty of 
 light and plenty of air and tends to their satisfaction. In fact, throughout the entire system 
 the labor conditions are most desirable. 
 
 In designing the dryer and furnishing the materials for it, we have kept paramount quality 
 only. We recommend and use only full weight wrought iron pipe and pallets that, while light, 
 are still heavy enough to stand the service without bending and are practically patent level. 
 
 Every pipe-rack dryer installation is a local proposition, depending upon the capacity per 
 day desired, the space available in which to build the dryer and the number of brick per pallet; 
 therefore we arrange to submit proposals for these dryers in accordance with the customer’s 
 requirements. 
 
 Operation 
 
 When the mold of brick is taken from the machine the brick are dumped from the mold 
 onto a steel pallet, placed on what is termed an automatic dumping table, as shown in illus- 
 tration “A.” 
 
 As the man dumping the brick lifts the mold, leaving the brick on the pallet, the loaded 
 pallet automatically passes off on the gravity carriers or cables, as the case may be, to the oper- 
 ator in the dryer, who places it on the steam-pipe shelves. The transferring of the loaded pallet 
 trom the cable system to the steam-pipe shelves is not a difficult operation, as may be seen from 
 illustration ‘‘B.’’ The top shelf is only 65 inches from the ground, and the pallets slide onto 
 the shelves endwise. 
 
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 Illustration “A” 
 
 Illustration “B” 
 
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 It will be seen from illustration “B,” that the operator in the dryer also places the empty 
 pallet on the under cables to be returned to the pallet boy at the brick machine, thereby syste- 
 matically controlling the transfer of the loaded pallets into the dryer and the return of the 
 empty pallets. If there are 12 molds of brick placed on the dumping table per minute, there 
 will be 12 loaded pallets of brick placed onto the steam pipe shelves and there will be 12 empty 
 pallets returned to the pallet boy. This operation positively prevents all congestion and the 
 accumulation of an unnecessary supply of pallets at the dumping table. The returning empty 
 
 Illustration of Manifold with Braces 
 
 pallet cannot interfere with the men who are loading the dryer, and, as will be seen in illustra- 
 tion “A,” the empty pallet returns on a small elevator, one pallet at a time, to the pallet boy, 
 thereby making his work very much lighter than on any other system. 
 
 In unloading the dryer the operators remove the pallets of dry brick from the pipe shelves 
 on the opposite side of the pipe shelves from the operators who are loading the dryer with 
 green brick, as may be seen trom illustration “C.” The dried brick are edged by one operation 
 onto a car holding approximately 500 brick, and when this car is loaded the same operator 
 transfers the brick from the dryer to the setters in the kiln. By this car system it is possible 
 for one man to transfer 10,000 brick per day from the steam-pipe shelves in the dryer to the 
 setters in the kiln. It will be seen from illustration “D” how the system is carried out at the 
 kiln end. An important feature of the car system is that the setting gang is made independent 
 of the machine gang, and it is then not absolutely necessary for the cables to operate in unload- 
 ing the dryer. 
 
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 Illustration “C” 
 
 Illustration “D” 
 
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 Building 
 
 The building covering the pipe-rack dryer is comparatively small. There is no underground 
 brick work, excepting the foundation piers for cast iron racks and the foundations for the build- 
 ing walls. The dryer building is only 6 teet 6 inches high at the eaves. Illustration “F” shows 
 the design of the building. 
 
 Illustration “F” 
 
 Model Construction of Steam-Pipe Rack Dryer Building 
 
 Another important feature of our design of building is the provision we make for light. The 
 lower portion of the monitors is glazed so the rays of light enter the alley-ways obliquely, and 
 strike fully on the racks on either side, making it just as light to work in the pipe-rack dryer as 
 in the old rack and pallet system. The upper sides of the monitors are fitted with suitable 
 vent openings for taking off the vapor. The vapor will rise and pass out of the ventilators 
 while the cold air enters through the ventilators to take its place. 
 
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 Low-Pressure or Vacuum System 
 
 In order to utilize exhaust steam from the engine in a compartment of the dryer as soon as 
 it is filled, during the day, and to operate the entire dryer with live steam under low pressure 
 during the night, we have equipped the American Steam-Pipe Rack Dryer with an automatic 
 vacuum system, consisting of mechanically perfected devices of original design. 
 
 This automatic vacuum system insures perfect circulation of steam and the positive opera- 
 tion of all radiation throughout the drying system. As a partial vacuum is maintained in the 
 return piping and right up to the outlet of each automatic vacuum return trap, the water of 
 condensation and air are both withdrawn as fast as formed, thus all air binding and water 
 logging of steam piping is positively prevented. With this system a modulated heat may be 
 obtained, when full heat is not desired, without danger of the steam pipes filling with water, 
 and as all water is quickly removed from piping, the heat units in the steam are all available 
 for heating purposes and are not expended as work (the mechanical equivalent of heat) in push- 
 ing or forcing slugs of water through the system. 
 
 The system lends itself admirably to the use of higher pressures at night in case this may be 
 found necessary in order to dry the brick within the desired period, and the system can be 
 changed from exhaust steam to live steam, or vice versa, by operating not over four valves. 
 
 Of all waste heat about any plant, the exhaust steam is the most important, being the 
 cleanest and most easily controlled, and therefore it should be utilized in every case. 
 
 When the men who place the pallets on the pipe shelves have completely filled one com- 
 partment, then the exhaust steam from the engine or a small amount of live steam from the 
 boiler, or a mixture of both, can be turned into this section of the dryer, and in this way a large 
 number of the brick can often be “set up” before the day’s work is completed and some time 
 gained in drying. 
 
 Advantages of the Pipe-Rack Dryer 
 
 The principle of this drying system is that of direct radiation. The steam passes through 
 the pipes underneath and in direct contact with the pallets, and radiates through them, thereby 
 heating the brick and taking out moisture very rapidly. As compared either to a rack and 
 pallet system or to an open yard system, it has a great many advantages. It gives uniform 
 drying of material, as every brick is treated independently and not collectively. This more 
 uniform drying of the brick very often reduces the time required in burning, gives a more uni- 
 form color, and in many other ways produces more satisfactory brick. 
 
 With the use of the cable system, brick which are made with square corners and well 
 defined edges at the brick machinery end, will go to the kiln in the same condition. 
 
 Another advantage of this dryer is that it places the brick plant on a positive commercial 
 basis, and the brick-maker can take contracts to furnish brick at stated periods without fear 
 of failure in fulfilling the contract. 
 
 Clay Test 
 
 Mention has been made of the pipe-rack dryer being essentially a rapid dryer. Therefore 
 it is important to have each clay thoroughly tested in order to determine how rapidly it may be 
 dried successfully. We have a well-equipped Clay-Testing Department in charge of experienced 
 men and are prepared to make reliable practical tests of clays for all purposes. 
 
 Engineering 
 
 The successful solution of drying problems calls for engineering of a special character. We 
 have a thoroughly organized Engineering Department, and therefore are prepared to handle the 
 
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 design, construction and installation of a pipe-rack dryer in the most approved and modern 
 manner. This Engineering Department is maintained not only to protect ourselves, but also to 
 protect our customers against error in design and construction. Therefore, when you place your 
 order with us for a dryer installation, you are assured of the very best service obtainable. We 
 build and equip all types of dryers and will install that dryer which is best adapted to your 
 conditions and clay. 
 
 Regarding Patents 
 
 We own and control the vital patents which make the American Steam-Pipe Rack Dryer 
 a success. 
 
 No. 709 Pallet Elevator 
 
 This elevator, shown in illustration “A,” is designed for use in a pipe-rack dryer to more 
 conveniently deliver the empty pallets from the return conveyor to the dumper and to dispense 
 with the services of an operator to handle them. It is equally well adapted for use in connec- 
 
 tion with pallet cable conveyors and out-door shelf rack dryers. It is a labor saver and a great 
 convenience in soft-mud plants that are designed where these conveyors can be used. It is 
 self-contained and of simple and substantial design. 
 
 The conveyor apron consists of link chains with steel cross-bars, to which are attached hard 
 wood slats and suitable canvas belts. This construction is found especially advantageous for 
 handling steel pallets without damage to the pallets or without being unduly noisy. We have 
 used all-steel elevators, but the combination here illustrated possesses some advantages over the 
 all-steel construction. The driving pulley is 24 inches diameter, 5 } 2 inches face, equipped with 
 hub-clutch, so the conveyor can be promptly stopped or started. 
 
 The elevator is installed with the lower end so situated that as the pallets descend from the 
 end of the return gravity carrier they are received on the apron and carried upward by the 
 slats to the top of the incline, where they pass on to another short piece of gravity carrier and 
 are delivered to the receiving platform. The pallet boy then transfers the pallets to the dumper. 
 Width of elevator over all, 6 feet, 4tg inches. Height is made to suit installation. Weight, 
 1,235 pounds. 
 
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 Alsip Conveyor System 
 
 (Patented) 
 
 We have the exclusive right to manufacture and sell the Alsip Conveyor System, which 
 is becoming more and more popular as clay-workers become acquainted with its advantages. 
 This system is in use in a number of plants and has proven perfectly satisfactory. We are 
 prepared to install the system in any plant to meet the requirements of that particular plant, 
 and can guarantee satisfactory operation. 
 
 Equipment fur Alsip Conveyor System 
 
 The Alsip Conveyor System is intended for conveying pallets of brick automatically from 
 the machine to the drying racks, or to the yard where the drying is done, or into an artificial 
 dryer. It is also used for conveying the pallets of brick from the dryer to the kiln and return- 
 ing the empty pallets to the brick machine. It consists of a dumping table next to the brick 
 machine upon which the pallets are placed and the bricks dumped thereon. The pallets con- 
 taining the brick are automatically delivered to the cables, which carry them to the drying 
 racks or dryer or yard, as the case may be. These cables are driven by sheaves which are 
 attached to the dumping table, and are supported at intervals by idler sheaves that prevent the 
 cables from sagging. The idlers are supported by cast iron stands, which are securely anchored 
 to the ground and are placed about 8 feet apart. At the lower end there are sheaves placed in 
 a securely anchored frame, and the sheaves are so arranged that the slack in the cable can be 
 taken up by the turning of a hand wheel. This end is called the take-up end, and the upper 
 end, which is next to the machine, is called the dumping end. The system, therefore, consists 
 of the dumping end, the take-up end, the idler sheaves and stands, and two endless cables. 
 The pallets, after the brick have been taken from them, are placed on the under cables, which 
 return the pallets to the brick machine. This system is designed for carrying the brick on pal- 
 lets. For soft-mud brick the pallets contain 6 brick, and for stiff-mud brick the pallets contain 
 from 8 to 10 brick each. 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Conpany 
 
 BUCYRUS, OHIO, U. S. A. 
 
 Steel Dry Cars 
 
 The frame ot our Steel Dry Cars are made of structural steel throughout. The side rails 
 are tied together with angle cross-ties securely riveted. The cars are prevented from telescoping 
 by angle iron bumpers riveted to the end cross-ties and ends of side rails. The uprights are 
 made of heavy angles, which prevent them from bending under the strain of rough usage often 
 received. The uprights are securely riveted to gusset plates which are riveted to the side rails, 
 making a substantial brace. This construction is an additional preventive against the uprights 
 bending. The boxes are solid cast iron, bored true and dust-proof. They are fitted with cold 
 
 In -writing about cars, it is imperative that you give “track gauge” as indicated 
 by above diagram. Your close attention to this will avoid a great 
 deal of unnecessary trouble and loss of time. 
 
 rolled steel pins, making them anti-friction pin bearings, insuring an easy running car. The 
 wheels are cast iron, strong and substantial. They are bored true in the hub and pressed onto 
 turned steel axles, which are turned so that the wheel is pressed up to a shoulder, making it 
 impossible for the wheels to work in on the axle. 
 
 Our standard cars are of uniform width, length and height, and the wheels are pressed onto 
 the axles to suit a 24-inch track gauge. The decks are made of channel steel. The lower deck 
 is riveted to the cross-ties of the car, while the upper deck is independent. The upper deck is 
 constructed of steel channels, which are riveted to cross-angles, and are provided with substan- 
 tial corner braces which hold them square. While we try to confine ourselves to our standard 
 size cars, we are prepared to furnish special cars of any dimensions or to make the gauge of 
 wheels to suit any track gauge already established. 
 
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American No. 132 Steel Dryer Car, Weight 385 Pounds 
 
 American No. 128 Steel Dryer Car, Weight 300 Pounds 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Standard Steel 
 
 2 side frames, 2 J A A R angles, 6 feet 
 8 inches long. 
 
 4 cross-bars for double-deck cars, 1 1 2 x 1 1 •> 
 x 3 ^ angles. 
 
 Decks, 2Hx Ox O channels, 6 feet 6 
 inches long. 
 
 Uprights, 2 x 1 0 x fV angles. 
 
 Gussets, O inch thick. 
 
 Double-Deck Cars 
 
 Rivets, O- 
 
 Bumpers, 2 x 2 x 3 x '4 angles. 
 
 Axles, lO inches diameter. 
 
 Wheels, lOO inches diameter. 
 
 Bearings, 1 ^ inches diameter, self-align- 
 ing roller bearing. 
 
 Rollers, 3 ^ x lj| inches, 11 rollers per 
 bearing. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 80 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over Side Rails 2 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. O in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Side Rail 120 in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Uprights 2 ft. 11 O in. 
 
 Track Gauge 24 in. 
 
 Wheel Base 3 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Standard Steel Single-Deck Cars 
 
 2 side frames, 20x3x0 angles, 6 feet 8 
 inches long. 
 
 5 cross-bars for single-deck cars, 2 x 1 1 2 x ^ 
 angles. 
 
 Deck, 20 x O x O channels, 6 feet 6 inches 
 long. 
 
 Gussets, O inch thick. 
 
 Rivets, O- 
 
 Bumpers, 2 x 2 x 3 x O angles. 
 
 Axles, 1 O diameter. 
 
 Wheels, 10O diameter. 
 
 Bearings, l^g diameter self-aligning roller 
 bearing. 
 
 Rollers, 3 ^ x l]-§, 11 rollers per bearing. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 80 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over Side Rails 2 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 1 j in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Side Rail 120 in. 
 
 Track Gauge 24 in. 
 
 Wheel Base 3 ft. 9 in. 
 
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American No. 125 Steel Dryer Car, Weight 540 Pounds 
 
 American No. 126 Steel Dryer Car, Weight 270 Pounds 
 
 American No. 82 Steel Dryer Car, Weight 350 Pounds 
 
THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 338 Single-Deck Dry Car 
 
 The No. 338 Single-Deck Dry Car has the side rails turned out and bent up at each end, 
 forming pushers and supports for bumpers. Weight, 382 lbs. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Side frames, two 3-inch x 2 } Cinch x 1 Cinch 
 angles. 
 
 Cross-bars, four 2-inch x 1 3^-inch x j^-inch 
 angles. 
 
 Deck slats, six 2p£-inch x J^-inch x J^g-inch 
 channels. 
 
 Rivets, 3 g-mch and O-inch diameter. 
 
 Bumpers, four 2-inch x 2-inch x JCinch angles. 
 Axles, l 1 Cinch diameter. 
 
 Wheels, 10} 2 -inch diameter. 
 
 Bearings, self-aligning roller bearings, 1^- 
 inch diameter. 
 
 Rollers, A- inch diameter. Ijf-inches long, 
 1 1 rollers per bearing. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Length of Deck 6 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over Side Rails 2 ft. 10}^ in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Side Rail 1 2 3 .* in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of LTprights 2 ft. 6 3 <£ in. 
 
 Track Gauge 24 in. 
 
 Wheel Base 3 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Width over all 2 ft. 11 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 No. 295 American Triple Deck Car 
 
 For Hollow Block, Drain Tile, or Fire-Proofing 
 
 I his car is built with detachable-deck supports for the middle deck, so as to adjust the 
 height of deck to suit the size of ware. Weight 483 lbs. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 104 in. 
 
 Width between Uprights 3 ft. 8 in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to lower Deck 
 
 Support or Side Rails 1-/4 in. 
 
 Height from top of Lower Deck 
 Support to under side of First Deck 
 Support 1 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Height from top of Lower Deck Sup- 
 port to under side of Second Deck 
 Support 1 ft. 10 H in. 
 
 Height from top of First Deck Support 
 to under side of Upper Deck 
 
 Support 1 ft. 4 in. 
 
 Deck Supports 2-in. x 2-in. x 0-in. angles 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of 
 
 Upper Deck Support 4 ft. % in. 
 
 Track Gauge 3 ft. 
 
 Wheel Base 3 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Wheels lOj^-in. Diam. 
 
 Axle D^-in. Diam. 
 
 Bearings, self-aligning, pin bearing. 
 
 No. 331 American Triple-Deck Dry Car 
 
 This car is similar in construction to our No. 295; it is built with detachable deck supports 
 for the middle deck, so as to adjust the height of deck to suit size of ware. Weight, 451 lbs. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 11?4 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 7 0 
 
 Width between LTprights 3 ft. 4 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of 
 Lower Deck Support or Side Rail. .12 z /± 
 Height from top of Lower Deck Sup- 
 port to under side of First Deck 
 
 Support 1 ft. 4 
 
 Height from top of Lower Deck Sup- 
 port to under side of Second Deck 
 Support 1 ft. 1 < ) 1 1 
 
 in. Height from top of First Deck Support 
 in. to under side of Upper Deck 
 
 in. Support 1 ft. 4 R 2 In- 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of 
 
 in. Upper Deck Supports 4 ft. % in. 
 
 Deck Supports 2-in. x 2-in. x 0-in. angles 
 
 Track Gauge 2 ft. 202 in. 
 
 in. Wheel Base 3 ft. 9 in. 
 
 Wheels 103^-in. Diam. 
 
 Axles 13^-in. Diam. 
 
 in. Bearings, self-aligning, pin-bearing. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 129 Steel Rack Car 
 
 For Soft-Mud Brick 
 
 Specifications 
 
 2 side rails, 3 x 2 x %-\nch angles, 6 feet 6 
 
 inches long. 
 
 4 cross-bars, 1 p 2 x 1 1 2 x ^-inch angles. 
 
 8 uprights, lbx 1 1 ^ x i^-inch angles. 
 
 48 shelves, l^x I't x 1 g-inch angles, 2 feet 9 
 inches long. 
 
 Shelves spaced 4 2 3 4 4 inches. 
 
 Car will hold 72 pallets 34 inches x 10 inches. 
 
 Braces, 134 x H inches. 
 
 Axles, 1 34 inches diameter. 
 
 Wheels, 1034 inches diameter. 
 
 Wheel base, 3 feet 9 inches. 
 
 Bearings, 1^- inches diameter, self-aligning 
 roller bearings. 
 
 Rollers, A x 1 r! inches, 11 rollers per bearing. 
 Bumpers, 2 x 1 1 2 x 2 x 34‘inch angles. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 7 in. 
 
 Width between Uprights 2 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 34 in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Side Rail 12^4 in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Upright 5 ft. 1034 in. 
 
 Track Gauge 24 in. 
 
 Weight 495 lbs. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 i . - - , ^ . . ■ . * 
 
 American No. 347 Steel Rack Dry Car 
 
 For Silica Brick 
 
 This car is especially designed for drying silica brick. The frame is built of steel through- 
 out, securely braced, and is of an extra heavy and serviceable construction. It is built to hold 
 104 pallets 1 0 4 A inches wide by 30 inches long, 2 pallets long, 4 pallets wide and 13 pallets high. 
 Weight, 955 pounds. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 2 side rails, 4x3x^g angles, 6 feet 3 inches long. 
 
 3 cross-bars, 2 x 2 x % angles, 3 feet 
 p 2 inch long. 
 
 8 uprights, 2p£ x 2 }/% x % angles, 5 feet i x /z 
 inches long. 
 
 4 shelves, 2x2x^ angles, 3 teet 6 inches long. 
 48 shelves, 1 x 1 x 1's angles, 3 feet 6 
 
 inches long. 
 
 Shelves spaced, 4 inches. 
 
 2 side braces at top, 2x2x^ angles, 6 feet 
 % inch long. 
 
 6 diagonal braces, 1 x % bar. 
 
 Axles, lp 2 inch diameter. 
 
 Wheels, 10% inches diameter, chilled tread, 
 extra heavy. 
 
 Wheel base, 3 feet 9 inches. 
 
 Bearings, 1^ diameter, self-aligning, roller 
 bearings. 
 
 Rollers, diameter, lf| long, 11 rollers per 
 bearing. 
 
 Bumpers, 2%x2%xT8 angles. 
 
 Gussets, %-inch steel plate. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all 6 ft. 3% in. 
 
 Width over all 3 ft. 6% in. 
 
 Width between Uprights 2 ft. 7% in. 
 
 Width over Shelves 3 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail to top of Side Rail 13% in. 
 
 Track Gauge 30 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The American No. 5 Single 
 Transfer Car is substantially con- 
 structed and is supplied with a 
 brake and handle. 
 
 Length over all, not in- 
 
 cluding Handle. . . .6 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length over all, includ- 
 ing Handle 8 ft. 11 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Distance from center to 
 
 center of Wheels ..4 ft. 8 in. 
 
 The Wheels are 17 inches in diam- 
 
 American No. 5 Transfer Car , 0 , / • , ^ , 
 
 eter, 2 l <2 inches lread. 
 
 Track Gauge between Rails 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Distance from top of Track Rail to top of Rail on Transfer Car 7 1 '2 in. 
 
 Weight, 1,000 pounds. 
 
 American No. 6 Transfer Car 
 
 The American No. 6 Double Transfer Car is supplied with a brake and handle, and is well 
 and strongly built. 
 
 Length over all, not including Handle 10 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Length over all, including Handle 13 ft. 3 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Distance from center to center of Wheels 8 ft. 6 in. 
 
 Height of Wheels 17 in. 
 
 Tread lYi in. 
 
 Track Gauge between Rails 4 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Distance from top of Track of Rail to top of Rail on Transfer Car 7 }, 2 in. 
 
 Weight, 1,400 pounds. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 5-B Combination Transfer Car and Turntable 
 
 This is a combination of the Xo. 5 Transfer Car and the Style “B ” 6-Foot Turntable. 
 
 Track Gauge of Transfer Car 48 in. 
 
 Track Gauge on Turntable 24 in. 
 
 Height from top of Rail of Transfer Track to top of Rail on Turntable 15 in. 
 
 Weight, 1,700 pounds. 
 
 American No. 296 Triple-Track Electric Transfer Car 
 
 The No. 296 Electric Transfer Car is designed for handling dryer cars from machine room 
 to dryer or from dryer to kiln. It is equipped with either a direct or alternating current 10 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 . V **, 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 H. P. motor, also for either overhead trolley wires or the third rail system, as may be specified 
 on order. 
 
 The motor is geared direct to the driving axle and is mounted on a heavy cast iron base 
 plate extending full width of car, which also supports the brake apparatus, adjustable trolley 
 pole and controller. The controller and brake lever are conveniently located lor (he operator, and 
 the car is at all times under perfect control. Each dryer car track is equipped with two of our 
 adjustable wheel locking devices for blocking the dryer car on the transfer car. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 The rated capacity of triple-track car is two loaded and one empty dryer cars at a speed of 
 600 feet per minute. 
 
 Main Frame- Specifications 
 
 The two side rails are built up sections, made of two 4-inch steel channels with a 4-inch 
 x 134 -inch steel plate between and all riveted together to form a beam; these are 
 framed together with 4-inch cross-channels. The whole frame is held square and rigid 
 by a 34-inch thick steel plate extending the full length and width of the loading deck, 
 making a type of construction that is stiff and yet flexible enough to take care of any 
 unevenness in the track. The deck is supported its entire length in the center by a 
 4-inch x 3-inch x 3 4-inch angle, all joints made with the required number of 34-inch 
 diameter rivets to give a large factor of safety. 
 
 Wheels — 
 
 Are chilled cast iron, strong and well proportioned, 1 7 1 ^ inches diameter, 3 inches face, 
 1-inch flange. Weight, 150 pounds. 
 
 Journal Bearings 
 
 Bearings are 2 ' s inches diameter, 6pg inches long. They are made according to Master Car 
 Builders’ specifications and are furnished with brasses and have reservoirs for oiled 
 waste underneath the axle. They are covered to exclude dirt. 
 
 Axle — 
 
 Cold rolled steel, 3 inches in diameter. 
 
 Gauge and Wheel Base 
 
 Track gauge, 4 feet. Wheel base for triple-track car with 24-inch gauge dryer car tracks, 
 13 feet 1 inch. 
 
 Dryer Car Tracks 
 
 From top of transfer car track to top of dryer car track, 728 inches. From inside of trans- 
 fer track to end of dryer car track, 10 inches. Length of dryer car track, 5 feet 
 8 inches. Gauge made to suit specifications on order. 
 
 Weight, 5,880 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Length over all, 24-inch Gauge Dryer Tracks 19 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Width over all 5 ft. 1134 in. 
 
 Height of Trolley Wire, from top of Rail 8 ft. 0 in. 
 
 Center to center of Dryer Car Tracks for 24-inch Track Gauge 3 ft. 934 in. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 • 1 ■' -V 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American Style “C” Ball Bearing Turntable 
 
 Figure 1, Style “C” Turntable Closed 
 
 Figure 2, Style “C” Turntable Open 
 
 The base of this turntable is designed with a track, which is faced true, and a center post, 
 which is provided with a turned raceway. The turntable is also provided with corresponding 
 track and center raceway. The table rests on eight 1-inch balls, forming a ball bearing center 
 plate. An intermediate, independent roller frame is used, the center of which slips over the 
 center post to keep the roller frame central and the rollers on the tracks. The base is arranged 
 with a rim projecting above the track, and the turntable has a similar rim, which telescopes 
 over the base rim; this prevents dirt and snow from getting under the turntable. On top of the 
 table are two sets of track rails placed at right angles with each other, with the necessary stops 
 to prevent the cars from running off and to hold the table from turning while cars are moving 
 on or off the table. 
 
 Figure 1 illustrates the table down or assembled. Figure 2 represents the turntable raised, 
 showing construction. 
 
 These tables are the lightest running on the market, and are made for heavy duty. We 
 furnish them 6 feet and 8 feet 6 inches in diameter. The track rail can be made to suit the 
 gauge of cars used. 
 
 Weight, 6 foot turntable, 2,330 pounds. 8 foot 6 inch turntable, 3,650 pounds. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 t- ^ ■- i . . -i ■ - - - . — - ■■ y 
 
 O 
 
 Elevating Car Drying System 
 
 This method of drying brick without the use of dry cars was first introduced about twenty- 
 live years ago and has become popular in many parts of the world. When used in open-air 
 dryers it is especially adapted for the hot countries, and has been applied with great advantage 
 in those parts of the United States where the weather conditions favor such drying. The system 
 can also be used advantageously in connection with the steam dryer. In fitting a yard for this 
 system the size of the equipment and number of appliances are, of course, governed by the 
 capacity of the plant, and the low first cost of such installation is a very attractive feature. 
 
 A sufficient number of drying racks are provided and erected parallel with each other, and 
 the track made of light “T" rails laid between the racks for the elevating cars. The drying 
 racks are usually placed between the machine room and the kilns, and are made of a proper 
 height to accommodate the pallets of brick from the elevating cars, and the general method of 
 handling the product of the machines is as follows: 
 
 The No. 189 Turntable and Rack is placed convenient to the off-bearing table. The pallets 
 to receive the brick are placed on the top of the supports. The brick are hacked thereon and 
 when the capacity of the car is reached the No. 287 Car, with the upper frame let down to the 
 lowest point, is run onto the track of the turntable holding the loaded pallets. The frame of 
 the car is then raised up by means of a crank placed at one end of the car, which lifts 
 the entire load ot brick from the supports. The car can then be withdrawn and with its load 
 taken to the end of the track where it is run onto one of our standard transfer cars. This 
 transfer car is then moved to the track of the rack which is being filled and the elevating car 
 run along the tracks between the drying racks until the proper point is reached, when the entire 
 load is deposited upon the rack by simply lowering the frame of the car. The car is then with- 
 drawn and returned to the machine room where the operation is repeated. When the brick are 
 sufficiently dry to be set into the kiln another No. 287 Car is put into operation at the kiln 
 end of the drying racks, the car being run under the loaded pallets as they rest upon the racks, 
 and then elevated, raising the load from the racks. The car is then run up to the transfer car, 
 one of which is also used at this end of the dryer. The transfer car containing the elevating 
 car loaded with brick is then run to the track leading into the kiln which is being filled. 
 
 The No. 190 Portable Turntable is usually placed at the end of the track inside the kiln to 
 facilitate the transfer of the car loaded with brick to the kiln delivery rack. The car is run 
 onto this rack, the load lowered and the car removed. The tossers stand on a platform pro- 
 vided on both sides of the delivery rack and the brick are tossed to the setters. 
 
 It will readily be seen that this constitutes a system which can be operated without a great 
 expenditure for installation and maintenance and that it can be applied in many cases and a 
 considerable saving in drying and handling costs can be made. 
 
 The appliances here illustrated are designed especially for this work. The same care is 
 exercised in the construction, and high-grade material is used throughout, as in the balance of 
 our “Built Right, Run Right” line. Our Engineering Department is in a position to furnish 
 detailed plans and specifications adapted to plants of all capacities. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 American No. 287 Elevating Car 
 
 The American No. 287 Elevating Car is simple in design and efficient in operation. It can 
 be elevated 2 3 T inches. A 10-inch crank, placed at either end of the car, furnishes the means of 
 elevating. The load can be raised any height desired up to the 2% inches limit and the load 
 held at any point. The elevating device consists of a sleeve surrounding the axle with an 
 eccentric in the middle and at each end. The eccentrics are turned to the same diameter. Those 
 on the ends of the sleeve run in self-aligning pin-roller bearings under the car. The center 
 eccentric carries a worm wheel. The operating worms are mounted on a shaft running over the 
 axles and at right angles to them. This worm revolves the eccentric for raising and lowering 
 the car. The end thrust of the worm shaft is equalized by using a right-hand worm on one end 
 and a left-hand worm on the other. Inside the eccentric sleeve is a sell-aligning pin-roller 
 bearing at each end which carries the load and forms journals for the axles. 
 
 Capacity 
 
 Track Gauge 
 
 Wheel Base 
 
 Axles 
 
 Wheels 
 
 Height when lowered . . 
 Height when raised .... 
 
 Length over all 
 
 Width over all 
 
 Length of Deck of Car 
 Width of Deck of Car. 
 Weight 
 
 Specifications 
 
 4,000 lbs. 
 
 24 in. 
 
 3 ft. 5 in. 
 
 in- 
 
 16p2 in- diameter, 1^4 in. tread 
 
 22 3^2 in. from top of track rail 
 
 25L4 in. from top of track rail 
 
 7 ft. 3 in. 
 
 2 ft. 9 in. 
 
 6 ft. 4 in. 
 
 2 ft. 9 in. 
 
 1,200 lbs. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 This apparatus is used next the off-bearing table, and is of the best possible construction. 
 The cast iron base is mounted on 4 x 6-inch skids which support the center plate. This plate 
 is made with a long bearing ot ample proportions which fits into the socket bored into the center 
 of the cast base, insuring easy operation. Two “T” rails, 6 feet long and of the proper weight, 
 are bolted to the cast base. The heavy cross-angles extending at right angles to the rails 
 support the uprights, to which is secured the steel angle framework which forms the pallet 
 support. The pallet supports are 6 feet 8 inches long and the distance between is 36 inches. 
 Height from bottom of skids to top of supports 21 A inches; the height being governed by the 
 height of the elevating car used. Standard track gauge is 24 inches. 
 
 No. 191 Kiln Delivery Rack 
 
 Our No. 191 Kiln Delivery Rack is designed for use in the kiln. This rack received the 
 elevating car with its load of brick hacked on pallets, the car is run onto the rack and the 
 pallets are lowered upon the supports, the car is then removed and returned for another load. 
 It will be noticed that there is a drop platform on each side of the rack; these platforms are for 
 use of the tossers who stand on them when tossing the brick to the setters. 
 
 Track rails, 24 inches gauge, 6 feet long. Length of pallet supports, 6 feet 8 inches. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BU CYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 No. 190 Portable Turntable 
 
 It is necessary to have a portable turntable in the kiln, and the Xo. 190 Turntable is used 
 for this purpose. This turntable is similar in design to our No. 189, with the exception that it 
 is not furnished with the rack. The cast iron plate to which the rails are bolted is mounted on 
 4 x 6-inch skids, not shown in illustration, to which is bolted a strong, substantial center plate 
 designed tor ease ot operation. 
 
 The track rails are 24 inches gauge and 6 feet long. Height from bottom of skids to top 
 of rails 1 2 l /% inches. 
 
 
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The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
 BUCYRUS, 
 
 
 OHIO, U. S. A. 
 
 American Rotary Dryers 
 
 \Y e manufacture a line of Rotary Dryers covering a large range of sizes and capacities and 
 adapted to drying clays, shales, sands, marls, slurries, fertilizers, crushed limestone, and for cal- 
 cining fire clays, roasting ores, and handling a great variety of other materials from which 
 moisture must be removed at low cost, or in which special heat treatment is required. There 
 are two general types of these dryers, distinguished as Direct and Indirect heat dryers. 
 
 American Direct-Heat Rotary Dryers 
 
 In this type of dryer the gases of combustion are drawn through the revolving shell and 
 brought in the most intimate contact with the wet materials. They are adapted for use in 
 drying any materials which will not be injured by high temperatures or by the gases of combus- 
 tion from the turnace. It is by this method that the greatest amount of moisture can be 
 removed for the least fuel cost. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 48-Inch by 40-Foot Rotary Direct-Heat Dryer with Foundations and Brickwork 
 
 Left-hand diagonal view from furnace end 
 
 48-Inch by 40-Foot Rotary Direct-Heat Dryer with Foundations 
 
 and Brickwork 
 
 Diagonal view from stack end, showing location of exhauster for induced draft 
 and method of installing the No. 531 Spiral Screw Feeder 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 The Indirect, or Radiated, Heat Dryers, are employed where the materials would be injured 
 by direct contact with the gases of combustion. In this type the heat for drying is obtained by 
 two methods, one in which the air is heated by being drawn through steam coils before it is 
 passed through the revolving cylinder, the other by the radiation of the heat from a furnace 
 through the shell oi the dryer. 
 
 Uses in Clay-Products Trade 
 
 In the clay and shale trade the direct-heat dryer is becoming a recognized part of the 
 equipment to prepare the materials for dry pans. It affords a positive means of maintaining 
 the regular daily output of the pans without regard to weather conditions, and is readily one of 
 the most valuable units in the entire equipment of such a factory. 
 
 Capacity — 
 
 4-foot dryer, capacity, 8 to 10 tons per hour. 
 
 4-foot 6-inch dryer, capacity, 10 to 15 tons per hour. 
 
 Capacity is governed by character of clay and amount of moisture it carries. Always 
 recommend a long dryer as it will give best results. Clay must not be fed to the dryer 
 in large pieces, as they will roll through without drying. 
 
 Inclination and Speed of Shell — 
 
 Dryer shell is set on an incline of inch per 1 foot and is usually operated at 5 R. P. M.; 
 can be operated at 10 R. P. M. 
 
 Fuel Consumption 
 
 The usual rule in direct-heat dryers is that one pound of bituminous coal will evaporate 
 eight pounds of water. Clay usually contains from 15 to 40 per cent of water. On 
 this basis 37 pounds of coal would dry one ton of clay; 1,850 pounds of coal would dry 
 50 tons of clay, and 3,700 pounds of coal would dry 100 tons of clay which contained 
 15 per cent of water. Usually calculate 500 pounds of coal per hour for 4-foot dryer 
 and 800 pounds for 4-foot 6-inch dryer. 
 
 Pulley — 
 
 Size of pulley, 32x8 inches with 16-inch American clutch. Speed of pulley usually 150 
 R. P. M. 
 
 Type A Z 48-Inch Dryers for Sand 
 
 Size of Power 
 
 Shell Req’d Floor Space Grate Area Net Weight 
 
 4 ft. x 20 ft 3 to 5 13 ft. x 33 ft. 6 in 25 to 36 sq. ft 20,000 lbs. 
 
 4 ft. x 25 ft 3 to 5 13 ft. x 38 ft. 6 in 25 to 36 sq. ft 21,500 lbs. 
 
 4 ft. x 30 ft 4 to 6 13 ft. x 43 ft. 6 in 25 to 36 sq. ft 23,000 lbs. 
 
 The above dryers do not include mechanical draft apparatus. 
 
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THE AMERICAN CLAY MACHINERY COMPANY 
 
 BUCYRUS 
 
 OHIO 
 
 Type C C 48-Inch Dryers 
 
 Size 
 
 Power 
 
 
 
 
 
 Shell 
 
 Req’d 
 
 Floor Space 
 
 Grate Area 
 
 Net Weight 
 
 ft. x 20 ft. . . . 
 
 ... 3 to 5 
 
 . 13 ft. 
 
 t 33 ft. 6 in. . . . 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 28,975 lbs. 
 
 ft. x 35 ft. . . . 
 
 ... 4 to 6 
 
 13 ft. 
 
 <; 48 ft. 6 in. 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 30,275 lbs. 
 
 ft. x 40 ft. . . . 
 
 ... 4 to 6 . . 
 
 13 ft. 
 
 c 53 ft. 6 in. . . . 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 35,347 lbs. 
 
 ft. x 45 ft. . . . 
 
 . . 5 to 7 
 
 13 ft.: 
 
 t 58 ft. 6 in. 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 36,7 1 2 lbs. 
 
 ft. x 50 ft. . . . 
 
 . . 6 to 8 
 
 13 ft. 
 
 c 63 ft. 6 in. . . . 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 38,077 lbs. 
 
 ft. x 55 ft. . . . 
 
 ... 7 to 9 . . 
 
 . . . 13 ft. 
 
 «; 68 ft. 6 in. 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 39,442 lbs. 
 
 ft. x 60 ft. . . . 
 
 ... 8 to 10 
 
 . . . 13 ft. 
 
 c 73 ft. 6 in. . . . 
 
 ... 25 to 36 sq. ft. 
 
 40,807 lbs. 
 
 The above dry 
 complete with steel 
 
 ers include mechanical draft apparatus, consisting of No. 80 full-housed fan, 
 connections to stack and base and the necessary dampers. For drying clays 
 
 48-Inch by 40-foot Rotary Direct-Heat Dryer with Foundations and Brickwork 
 
 Right-hand diagonal view from furnace end, showing brickwork and arrangement 
 of exhauster for induced draft 
 
 and other materials where a very large amount of moisture is to be removed, the dryer shell 
 should not be less than 40 feet in length and from that to 60 feet. We recommend the equip- 
 ment for both natural and induced draft in such cases, but where the induced-draft equipment 
 is not wanted, deduct 2,075 pounds from the weights as given. For a change in length of 4-foot 
 diameter shell add or deduct per foot 273 pounds. 
 
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 Size of 
 Shell 
 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 20 ft 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 35 ft 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 40 ft 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 45 ft 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 50 It 
 
 Type C C 54-Inch Dryers 
 
 Power 
 
 Req’d Floor Space Grate Area 
 
 4 to 6 13 ft. 6 in. x 34 ft. 8 in 36 sq. ft. 
 
 5 to 7 13 ft. 6 in. x 49 ft. 8 in 36 sq. It. 
 
 6 to 8 13 ft. 6 in. x 54 ft. 8 in 36 sq. It. 
 
 7 to 9 13 ft. 6 in. x 59 It. 8 in 36 sq. It. 
 
 8 to 10 .... 13 ft. 6 in. x 64 ft. 8 in. 36 sq. ft. 
 
 Net Weight 
 32,620 lbs. 
 38,215 lbs. 
 40,280 lbs. 
 41,945 lbs. 
 42,610 lbs. 
 
 The above dryers include mechanical draft apparatus consisting of No. 80 full-housed fan 
 complete with steel connections to stack and base and the necessary dampers. For drying clays 
 
 48-Inch by 40-Foot Rotary Direct-Heat Dryer with Foundations and Brickwork 
 
 Right-hand diagonal view from furnace end, with brickwork cut away 
 to show interior of furnace 
 
 and other materials tvhere a very large amount of moisture is to be removed, the dryer shell 
 should not be less than 40 feet in length and from that to 60 feet. We recommend the equip- 
 ment for both natural and induced draft in such cases, but where the induced-draft equipment 
 is not wanted, deduct 2,075 pounds from the weights as given. For a change in length of 
 4-foot 6-inch diameter shell add or deduct per foot 373 pounds. 
 
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 Type C D 54-Inch Dryers 
 
 Size of Power 
 
 Shell Req’d Floor Space Grate Area Net Weight 
 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 50 ft 8 to 10 . .. 13 ft. 6 in. x 64 ft. 8 in 36 sq. ft 50,035 lbs. 
 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 55 ft 9 to 1 1 13 ft. 6 in. x 69 ft. 8 in 36 sq. ft 51,900 lbs. 
 
 4 ft. 6 in. x 60 ft 10 to 12 .... 13 ft. 6 in. x 74 tt. 8 in 36 sq. ft 49,372 lbs. 
 
 Stacks for 48-Inch and 54-Inch Rotary Dryers 
 
 The standard size of stack is 36 inches diameter, 40 feet high. For change in length add or 
 deduct per foot 35 pounds. The horse-power required to operate the forced-draft fan used in 
 connection with the stack is from 3 to 10 H. P. 
 
 Type C K 60 -Inch Dryers 
 
 Size of Power 
 
 Shell Req’d Floor Space Grate Area Net Weight 
 
 60 
 
 in. 
 
 x 35 
 
 ft. . . 
 
 . . . / 
 
 to 
 
 11 
 
 13 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 x 49 
 
 ft. 
 
 8 
 
 in. . . 
 
 ... 36 
 
 sq. 
 
 ft. ... 
 
 .. 49,975 
 
 lbs. 
 
 60 
 
 in. 
 
 x 40 
 
 ft. . . 
 
 . . . 8 
 
 to 
 
 12 
 
 13 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 x 54 
 
 ft. 
 
 8 
 
 in. . . 
 
 . . . 36 
 
 sq. 
 
 ft. ... 
 
 . . 52,340 
 
 lbs. 
 
 60 
 
 in. 
 
 x 45 
 
 ft. . . 
 
 . . . 9 
 
 to 
 
 uy 2 . . 
 
 . . 13 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 x 59 
 
 ft. 
 
 8 
 
 in. . . . 
 
 ... 36 
 
 sq. 
 
 ft. ... 
 
 . . 54,705 
 
 lbs. 
 
 60 
 
 in. 
 
 x 50 
 
 ft. . . 
 
 . . . 10 
 
 to 
 
 15 
 
 . . 13 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 x 64 
 
 Ii . 
 
 8 
 
 in. . . 
 
 . . . 36 
 
 sq. 
 
 ft. ... 
 
 . . 57,070 
 
 lbs. 
 
 60 
 
 in. 
 
 x 55 
 
 ft. . . 
 
 . . . 11 
 
 to 
 
 163 4 ■ ■ 
 
 . . 13 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 x 69 
 
 ft. 
 
 8 
 
 in. . . 
 
 ... 36 
 
 sq. 
 
 ft. ... 
 
 . . 59,435 
 
 lbs. 
 
 60 
 
 in. 
 
 x 60 
 
 ft. . . 
 
 . . . 12 
 
 to 
 
 18 . . . . 
 
 . . 13 
 
 ft. 
 
 6 
 
 in. 
 
 x 74 
 
 ft. 
 
 8 
 
 in. . . 
 
 ... 36 
 
 sq. 
 
 ft. ... 
 
 . . 62,000 
 
 lbs. 
 
 The standard size stack for 60-inch dryers is 40 inches in diameter, 60 feet long. For 
 change in length add or deduct 40 pounds per foot net. The horse-power required to operate 
 the No. 80 forced-draft fan used in connection with the stack is from 3 to 10 H. P. 
 
 Type R K 72- Inch Dryers 
 
 Size of Power 
 
 Shell Req’d Floor Space Grate Area Net Weight 
 
 72 in. x 60 ft 12 to 18 15 ft. 6 in. x 76 ft. 8 in 48 sq. ft 74,000 lbs. 
 
 Selection 
 
 To determine the particular size of the dryer or length of shell that is required, we must 
 know the nature of the material, the condition in which it will come to the dryer, the percent- 
 age of moisture it contains, the percentage of moisture it is desired to remove, and the approxi- 
 mate number of tons to be dried per hour. Where the capacity is small and the moisture is on 
 the surface, as in the case of sand or crushed stone, a comparatively short shell may be used, 
 but where materials like clay are to be dried the best results are obtained by the use of dryers 
 with shells of 40 feet or over in length. 
 
 Process 
 
 The damp materials are charged into the dryer through a feed spout at the upper end of 
 the shell, directly from a disintegrator or granulator, or from an elevator, a conveyor, a barrow, 
 or by shovel or other suitable means, and are then passed through the shell by gravity. The 
 shell is installed on an incline, so that at each revolution the material is lifted by the flights and 
 carried forward a short distance toward the discharge end. It is discharged at the lower end of 
 the cylinder into an elevator boot or onto a conveyor and taken to the storage bin. 
 
 Drawings 
 
 Rotary dryers are usually built to order in some of the important details after the engineer- 
 ing data is available. To meet this condition we make special setting drawings for each installa- 
 
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 tion, showing the location of the driving pulley and that of the feed pipe and discharge spout. 
 A dimension sketch should be furnished by the purchaser giving such information as will enable 
 us to prepare the installation drawings. This must be had before the assembling of the dryer 
 can be commenced. 
 
 Induced Draft 
 
 Where a very large percentage of moisture is to be removed and where the greatest capac- 
 ity is desired we recommend the use of an induced or mechanical draft system, for which we 
 supply suitable equipment, consisting of a full-housed steel exhaust fan with connections to stack 
 base and stack, and with the necessary dampers in the stack and fan connections. This gives 
 control of the draft irrespective of the weather conditions, and provides such regulation as may 
 be required to maintain a uniform output. 
 
 Construction 
 
 In a general way the following description is representative of the entire line of direct-heat 
 rotary dryers. The shell is made of heavy steel plate, of butt-strap construction, with the plates 
 so arranged as to give the greatest possible strength, with the ends reinforced by forged steel 
 bands. The shell revolves on two carrying rings, consisting of heavy castings, riveted to the 
 shell, on which are shrunk rolled steel tires made of the very best locomotive tire steel. 
 
 The carrying rings revolve on steel rolls. The shell is maintained in the proper horizontal 
 position by suitable steel guide rollers, as shown in the cut of the No. 2 carrying base. In the 
 case of the Type A Z Sand Dryer and in the indirect-heat dryers, steel flange rollers are used 
 in place of these guide rollers. The roller bearings are adjustable on the bases, thereby pro- 
 viding a ready means of keeping the shell in uniform position. The inside of the shell is fitted 
 with longitudinal Z bars or angles which serve as agitators or flights to lift the material and 
 
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 cascade it through the shell, bringing it constantly in contact with the heated air as it passes 
 through the cylinder. 
 
 We construct these dryers for either spur or bevel-geared drives and for the shells to be 
 revolved in either direction, as may best adapt them to the local conditions in which they are 
 to be installed. The design, materials, and workmanship are of the best and they will be found 
 to be durable and thoroughly satisfactory in every respect. 
 
 The f urnaces may be constructed for firing at either side, bait end firing as shown in the 
 cuts is preferable for the reason that the furnace arches can be better sustained in that con- 
 struction. 
 
 Installation 
 
 \Y e use two methods of installation, one in which the damp materials are charged into the 
 dryer at the end ot the shell next to the furnace. This we call the “furnace feed.’’ (See cut 
 on this page.) By the other method the highest part of the shell is at the stack end, and the 
 material is fed in at this point and moves forward toward the furnace at each revolution of the 
 shell, so that when discharged it is directly in contact with the highest temperatures. Either 
 installation will be furnished at the preference of the customer, but the stack feed is more 
 commonly used where the greatest capacities are desired. 
 
 48-Inch by 40-Foot Furnace Fed Rotary Direct-Heat Dryer with Foundations and Brickwork 
 
 Right-hand side view showing typical installation where furnace is located at inlet end of dryer. 
 
 This arrangement of furnace can be used on all sizes of rotary direct heat-dryers. 
 
 Feed Pipe 
 
 As a rule we use gravity feed pipes, of which we make several designs. These are either 
 set in the stack plate or built into the brickwork. They are comparatively inexpensive to 
 maintain and easy to operate. It is furnished only when specified and at an additional charge. 
 
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 No. 1 Driving Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 The accompanying cut illustrates our standard type of driving base for rotary dryers, for 
 use where the line shaft is parallel with the drying cylinder. The train of gearing shown reduces 
 the speed from sixteen revolutions of the pulley shaft to one revolution ot the shell. 
 
 No. 2 Driving Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 This cut illustrates our standard type of driving base for rotary dryers, for use where the 
 line shaft is at right angles to the drying cylinder. The train of gearing shown reduces the 
 speed from sixteen revolutions of the pulley shaft to one revolution of the shell. 
 
 No. 1 Driving Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 No. 2 Driving Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 No. 1 Carrying Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 The accompanying cut illustrates our standard type of carrying base for rotary dryers. 
 This base is provided with two steel rolls with adjustable bearings upon which the carrying 
 rings run. 
 
 No. 1 Carrying Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 No. 2 Carrying Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 No. 2 Carrying Base for Rotary Dryer 
 
 The accompanying cut illustrates our standard type of carrying base with horizontal thrust 
 rolls, and carrying rolls. The function of the thrust rolls is to maintain the shell in position 
 horizontally, while that of the carrying rolls is to keep it in a correct position vertically. 
 
The American Clay Machinery Company 
 
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 The American Line of Sand -Lime 
 Brick Machinery 
 
 For half a hundred years The American Clay Machinery Company has been devoted to the 
 development and manufacture of brick-making machinery. Though stiff-mud, dry-press, and 
 soft-mud processes are entirely different, each process was taken up in its turn and developed. 
 Not content with making a line of machinery for the manufacture of clay products by any one 
 process, The American Company has mastered each line and has placed upon the market the 
 recognized standard of excellence in machinery for making brick by that process. This thorough 
 and aggressive policy has placed The American Company easily in the lead among machinery 
 builders, and it is recognized the world over as the largest and leading manufacturer of clay- 
 working machinery. Being leaders in the development of the brick-industry, it was but natural that 
 the advent of sand-lime brick was met by this company with a thorough investigation of machin- 
 ery and methods. The early promoters of the business surrounded it with mystery and sold 
 secret processes and formula, claiming they were necessary to the successful manufacture of 
 sand-lime brick. The American Company stripped the process of the mystery surrounding it 
 and placed it on a business basis. Seeing the need of suitable machinery and methods, a line 
 of presses, mixers, hardening cylinders, cars and other appliances was designed and placed upon 
 the market. Being the leading manufacturers ot brick-making machinery, and having experience 
 ol half a century, it was natural the American line of sand-lime brick machinery should be 
 successful from the start, and each machine has proved to be the very best, most satisfactory 
 and excellent appliance for the purpose. Our line of sand-lime brick machinery is by far the 
 most extensive in the world. It includes everything necessary to manufacture sand-lime brick, 
 each machine and appliance being built in our own factory, under our own supervision, and of a 
 quality that we can guarantee. Correspondence is solicited on this or any other topic relating 
 to the manufacture of structural ceramics. We issue a sand-lime brick catalogue in Spanish, 
 which will be mailed to parties interested upon request. 
 
 Address all correspondence regarding sand-lime brick machinery to The American Clay 
 Machinery Co., Willoughby, Ohio, U. S. A. 
 
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 Sand-Lime Brick Machinery Factory of The American Clay Machinery Company, located at Willoughby, 
 Ohio, Much the Largest Manufacturers of Sand-Lime Brick Machinery in the World 
 
 Sand-Lime Brick and Their Manufacture 
 
 General 
 
 Sand-lime brick are now successfully manufactured in nearly all the civilized countries of 
 the world. The growth of the business during the last fifteen years has been marvelous. The 
 business is firmly established on a commercial basis, and is undoubtedly one of the most profit- 
 able enterprises that can be established in proportion to the amount of capital involved. The 
 most important step that has ever been taken in perfecting the manufacture of these brick was 
 when Dr. Michaelis of Berlin discovered that they could be hardened in less than twelve hours 
 time if subjected to the action of live steam under high pressure in a hardening cylinder. Prior 
 to this discovery the brick had been hardened by exposure to the weather for periods extending 
 over many months. In the modern plant the sand can be taken from the bank and made into 
 brick ready for laying in the walls, in less than 24 hours. 
 
 Patents 
 
 For many years Dr. Michaelis, the German chemist to whom the world is indebted for the 
 fundamental process by which sand-lime brick are made, had his discovery protected by letters 
 patent, but these patents have long since expired, and at the present time the standard sand- 
 lime brick can be manufactured by any of the reliable processes without infringement. Although 
 many patents have been taken out from time to time by unscrupulous promoters on mysterious 
 processes and chemical formulas relating to the manufacture of sand-lime brick, none of them 
 are of any value, and they have been used, either intentionally or otherwise, for deceiving the 
 
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 trade. Fortunately for the welfare of the business, however, these patent processes and formu- 
 las have practically all been discarded, and the fundamental process, simplified and put on a 
 commercial basis, is stronger than ever before. The American Clay Machinery Company lias 
 never championed any patent processes, but lias concentrated its efforts in perfecting the four 
 fundamental operations of manufacture, which are hydrating the lime, grinding and mixing 
 the sand and lime, pressing the brick, and hardening them. 
 
 Selection of Sand 
 
 The first step to be taken in preparing for the establishment of a sand-lime brick factory is 
 the selection of a site for the plant where sand is abundant and of proper quality. A large 
 variety of sands, slags, crushed rock, lava and other materials can be made into first-class sand- 
 lime brick at a reasonable cost. Parties contemplating the manufacture of sand-lime brick will 
 do well to forward samples of their materials to our factory at Willoughby, Ohio, for examina- 
 tion and testing. Our sand-lime testing department is fully described elsewhere in this catalogue. 
 Sands rich in silica, sharp and granular, are the most desirable for making into brick, although 
 by means of our improved wet and dry grinding process many other sands have been success- 
 fully handled. Sands that are too coarse must be reduced before being made into brick, and as a 
 general rule sands that will pass through from 60 to 100-mesh screens give the best results. 
 The finest brick made result from the use of proper proportions of coarse and fine sand rather 
 than from the use of all coarse or all fine sand. Sands that contain any considerable percentage 
 of clay, loam, roots, dirt or other foreign materials, must be screened and purified before they 
 can be used satisfactorily. 
 
 Lime 
 
 One of the most vital points in the preparation for manufacturing sand-lime brick is that of 
 selecting a lime that is adapted to the purpose. Many limes can be successfully used in the 
 manufacture of sand-lime brick. The first requisite is purity. It must be a high calcium lime, 
 and should be one that analyzes 98 to 99 per cent pure calcium oxide. The lime should actually 
 be analyzed and show a very small per cent of impurities. Limes high in magnesia hydrate 
 slowly, and are very weak in combination with the sand. Moreover, such limes are liable to 
 expand while the brick are being hardened and to crack a great number of them. Furthermore, 
 limes containing magnesia are much more expensive, as this impurity is of no value in the brick, 
 and enough more lime must be used in order to get the proper proportion of calcium oxide in 
 the mixture. Commercial quick-lime is obtained by calcining limestone at high temperatures in 
 a lime kiln, and in certain remote localities it is sometimes found advisable to install a lime kiln 
 in connection with the sand-lime brick plant. Hydrated lime can now be purchased in commer- 
 cial quantities from the lime manufacturers. 
 
 Mixing 
 
 The hydrated lime and the sand are ground and mixed in our improved 9-foot special wet 
 and dry grinding mill, a machine which was first utilized in the sand-lime brick industry by 
 The American Clay Machinery Company. It enables the manufacturer to combine the several 
 operations of moistening, mixing, and grinding into one, thus greatly simplifying and improving 
 the method of manufacture. It possesses the further advantage of so grinding the sand that it 
 is given that sharp and gritty consistency which is so essential in obtaining a perfect bond 
 between the sand and lime, and also in obtaining a high-grade product. The abrasive action of 
 the mullers, by virtue of which the sand is broken up into sharp particles instead of into a fine 
 powder, explains this advantage. By the use of the wet and dry-grinding mill the highest 
 quality of brick yet made in the United States has been produced. 
 
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 Characteristics of Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 Briefly enumerated, the characteristics of sand-lime brick are as follows: Great crushing 
 strength, no efflorescence, slight heat conductivity, ability to withstand the action of acids, heat 
 and cold-resisting qualities, valuable for sanitary purposes, great electrical resistance, and economy 
 in laying on account of uniformity in size, shape, and color. Extensive tests conducted by 
 expert scientists have demonstrated that sand-lime brick will resist the action of acids, weather, 
 fire, cold, compression and moisture with more uniform results than good qualities of clay brick. 
 
 Cost of Manufacture 
 
 The cost of producing sand-lime brick compares favorably with that of making clay brick. 
 This might be expected in consideration of the fact that the raw materials are converted into 
 the finished product in less than 24 hours, that the method of manufacture is practically auto- 
 matic, and that the process of hardening is much less expensive than that of burning brick in 
 kilns, to say nothing of the great saving of time. The cost of sand-lime brick in the United 
 States varies from S3. 50 to $5.00 per thousand, depending on local conditions, such as cost of 
 lime, labor and fuel. In Mexico, Central America, South America and the West Indies, the cost 
 of manufacture, as well as the market price of the brick, varies greatly, and it is, therefore, 
 advisable for parties contemplating the manufacture of sand-lime brick in these countries to 
 submit to us the following information, so that we can make the estimate: 
 
 Wages per day of engineer, 
 
 Wages per day of superintendent, 
 
 Wages per day of fireman, 
 
 Cost of common labor per day, 
 
 Cost of sand, if any, 
 
 Cost of quicklime or hydrated lime delivered at plant, 
 
 Cost of fuel — wood, coal or oil. 
 
 Upon receipt of the above information we can make a reliable estimate of the cost of the 
 brick per thousand, and if the market price of brick is also given, we can determine what margin 
 of profit will be left for the manufacturer. 
 
 Colored Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 The great majority of sands produce brick of a light gray color, although occasionally the 
 brick are a yellowish brown, buff, or ochre, as influenced by the color of the natural sand. By 
 introducing artificial color pigments into the mixture, a large variety of shades and colors can be 
 economically and satisfactorily produced. 
 
 Development of the American Clay Line of Machinery 
 
 At the time the sand-lime brick business was introduced into North America, The American 
 Clay Machinery Company was devoting its entire attention to the manufacture of clay-working 
 machinery. The reports received regarding the new building material were so flattering, how- 
 ever, that the company made a thorough investigation of the business in Germany, where it 
 originated, through its own representatives and through United States consuls to the German 
 Government. After having become satisfied that the business was thoroughly practical and 
 legitimate and gave promise of permanency, The American Company then took up the compre- 
 hensive task of designing, building, testing and perfecting a complete line of machinery and 
 appliances to cover every step in the manufacture of sand-lime brick. In order to do this it was 
 necessary to employ a corps of expert mechanical engineers and designers to work out machine 
 designs, elaborate plans for sand-lime brick factories, and to solve the numerous practical and 
 mechanical problems incident to the business. So rapidly and thoroughly was this work done 
 
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 that in a very short time the company was enabled to offer to the trade a complete and efficient 
 line of sand-lime brick machinery, the excellence of which immediately put it into the lead, and 
 has kept it there ever since. To perfect this line of machinery was by no means an easy task. 
 Each unit of the equipment had to be thoroughly tested for its particular work, and the weak 
 points, if any, detected and remedied. In some cases it was necessary to discard certain ma- 
 chines and replace them with others of more approved design and more peculiarly fitted to do 
 the particular work required of them. In this respect the motto of the company has been, “To 
 produce a successful machine for each operation in the manufacture of sand-lime brick.” After 
 fifteen years of successful experience in the business, and after having installed scores of success- 
 ful factory outfits, not only in the United States but also in Canada, Mexico, Cuba and South 
 America, The American Clay Machinery Company’s reliability stands unquestioned. 
 
 Methods of Manufacturing Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 There are a number of systems for the manufacture of sand-lime brick in general and suc- 
 cessful use in this country. In one of these systems the quicklime, after being pulverized and 
 hydrated, is mixed in proper proportions with the dry sand in a tube mill. Moisture is then 
 added, and the mixture pressed into brick, which are placed on cars and run into a hardening 
 cylinder, where they are subjected to steam pressure for the required number of hours. This is 
 a very reliable process, and by means of it a uniform product without loss can always be obtained. 
 
 In another of these systems the quicklime, after being pulverized and hydrated, is mixed in 
 proper proportions with the sand in a wet pan, where moisture is added. The mixture is then 
 removed from the wet pan, conveyed to the press, and made into brick, which are placed on 
 cars and run into the hardening cylinder. This system commends itself to every careful inves- 
 tigator on account of its comparative simplicity and the inexpensive outfit of machinery that is 
 required. It is fast gaining favor with the manufacturers of sand-lime brick throughout the 
 country. 
 
 In the third or silo system, the quicklime is first pulverized and then mixed in proper pro- 
 portions with the sand, after which moisture is added and the mixture placed in storage bins, 
 where it is allowed to stand for a period of about twenty-four hours, until complete hydration 
 of the lime has taken place. After the hydrating process is completed the mixture is pressed 
 into brick, which are placed on cars and run into the hardening cylinder, the same as in the 
 other processes. 
 
 These systems are often modified to suit local conditions or the peculiarities of certain 
 materials. In a number of cases it has been found advisable to make use of what is known as 
 the division method. In this process the sand is divided, a part of it being mixed and ground 
 with the total required amount of lime, while the remaining portion is added in its natural 
 condition. In plants where tube mills are installed this result is brought about by by-passing a 
 part of the sand to the mixer. This method may be utilized in connection with either the quick- 
 lime or the hydrated-lime processes. By this process we are enabled to retain a portion of the 
 natural grains of sand without pulverizing, thereby obtaining the very best of results and secur- 
 ing a product of superior quality. This is also a very economical method, as it obviates the 
 necessity of either drying or grinding that portion of the sand which is by-passed. 
 
 The American Clay Machinery Company is prepared to furnish complete equipments of 
 machinery and appliances for making sand-lime brick by these and all other known processes. 
 Our Engineering Department is under the direction of skilled and competent engineers, thor- 
 oughly acquainted with both foreign and domestic practices in this line, and we are prepared to 
 furnish drawings and specifications for the erection of complete plants which will embody the 
 most convenient construction in all details. 
 
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 Parties who contemplate taking up the manufacture of sand-lime brick should in every case 
 investigate the merits ot their material and determine whether or not they can be successfully 
 and economically made into this kind of brick. When subjected to a practical test some appar- 
 ently excellent materials prove utterly worthless, while others superficially less promising produce 
 exceptionally good brick. In testing out some materials it becomes apparent that the cost of 
 manufacturing brick will be too great to make the proposition a profitable one. In such cases 
 we tell our prospective customers the plain truth and save them any further expense or trouble. 
 
 To parties wishing to have their materials tested we offer the facilities of our Testing 
 Department at Willoughby, Ohio, at any time. This department is equipped with testing 
 machinery and appliances of the most approved design, and the tests are made under the 
 personal supervision of experts, who conduct them impartially and in the most thorough manner 
 possible. For the present, no charge is made for these tests, our only stipulation being that all 
 freight and express charges be prepaid, and that all shipments of material be plainly marked 
 with the name and address of the shipper. 
 
 We aim to make all tests promptly, and as soon as they are completed sample brick, 
 together with complete reports of the test, are sent to the correspondent. We are always glad 
 to have prospective customers present in person when their materials are being tested, for in 
 this way they have an opportunity to observe the several steps and processes in the manu- 
 facture of the brick. 
 
 
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 Four-Mold Model “C” Sand-Lime Brick Press 
 
 'I'he 1918 model “C” press shown in the accompanying cut designed especially for making 
 
 high-grade press brick. 
 
 Rated Capacity Per Hour — 
 
 1,600 brick per hour at speed of 240 R. P. M. ot the driving pulley or seven molds per 
 minute. 
 
 2,000 brick per hour at speed of 285 R. P. M. of the driving pulley or eight and one-third 
 molds per minute. 
 
 34.2 revolutions of the pulley gives one mold of four brick. The machine is usually speeded 
 
 at from 7 to 10 molds per minute. 
 
 e „ Specifications 
 
 Special Features — ^ 
 
 The press is self-contained, the heavy side frame being mounted on a massive bed plate. 
 All parts subject to excessive strain are made of steel. The application of power is 
 uniformly distributed upon the frame, the crank shaft and kindred parts by the use 
 of two master gears, on one of which is mounted the lilt-out cam and on the other the 
 charger cam. This is a most valuable leature. In comparison with the earlier models 
 of this press, we have now incorporated in its construction many details which serve 
 to steady its movements and to greatly increase the durability as well as the ease of 
 making repairs to the mold table, the charger, the cams and the friction rollers. The 
 charger shaft, the toggle shafts and the main crank shaft have been greatly enlarged 
 and the machine, as now offered, possesses all of the refinements in materials, in design 
 and in workmanship that have resulted from experience in its operation in many plants 
 over a long period of time. 
 
 Clutch Pulley and Brake — 
 
 It is supplied with a friction-clutch driving pulley and a clutch brake mounted on the same 
 shaft and actuated by a single lever. This enables the operator to start or stop the 
 machine instantly, with the pressure heads in any desired position. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The shaft bearings in the frame are babbitted, are unusually long, and are so arranged that 
 the wear can be taken up in the most effective manner. 
 
 Gears — 
 
 All gears are of ample proportions for the most severe duty. The master gears are made 
 from our semi-steel gear metal, giving great durability and strength. The pinions are 
 open hearth steel and both gears and pinions have machine cut teeth. 
 
 Toggles— 
 
 The toggle movement is composed of forged steel shafts and so arranged as to present 
 almost the entire surface of the under side of the shafts to the line of pressure. Special 
 attention is called to this point, as this arrangement is of great value, inasmuch as the 
 toggles will have the maximum of surface and therefore will wear longer than any other 
 possible combination of parts. Another advantage of this arrangement of the toggles is 
 that the shafts always compress from their lowest side, thus assuring a most positive 
 lubrication. 
 
 Side-Bars — 
 
 The side-bars are of forged steel, of sufficient sectional area to withstand a tensile strain of 
 over 1,560 tons without danger of breaking. The bars are located in such a manner as 
 
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 to serve as guides for the upper and lower cross-heads, thus assuring the perfect align- 
 ment of these parts and preventing any of the brick from being thicker at one end 
 than at the other, and likewise providing an easy adjustment of the gibs on the cross- 
 heads to compensate for wear. 
 
 Ejecting of Brick 
 
 The method of ejecting the brick from the mold is very simple. The side-bars do not move 
 upward with the brick, but only the lower cross-head, thus relieving the machine from 
 the extra labor involved with such arrangement. 
 
 Mold Frame and Liners 
 
 The construction of the mold frame is a great improvement over designs heretofore 
 employed. By it the liners can be removed in a very few minutes’ time, whenever it is 
 necessary to change the size of the mold or to renew the liner plates. The adjustment 
 of the liner plates is regulated entirely from the outside of the frame, the molds are 
 easily accessible, and the entire design is of the most convenient and substantial char- 
 acter. The liners may be reground when worn without enlargement of the mold 
 cavities. 
 
 Adjustments 
 
 The adjustments for controlling the charger, for regulating the depth of material in the 
 mold, and for maintaining the lower pressure plates level with the table, are of the most 
 improved type, and are the result of long experience in designing presses of this char- 
 acter and in operating them in brick manufacturing establishments. 
 
 Charger — 
 
 The charger has an extra long throw, and is equally well adapted to the Roman size brick 
 as to standard size. It is also arranged so as not to drag the material to the back end 
 of the mold, but distributes it evenly, which insures equal density throughout the brick. 
 
 Pressure — 
 
 The press is constructed so that the upper plunger dwells on the brick under pressure the 
 longest possible time, thus assuring a perfect bond. Another important feature that 
 this press embodies is that it does not press the material simultaneously from the top 
 and bottom, but alternately, which insures the expulsion of the atmosphere from the 
 brick. It also moves the brick in the mold box under pressure, which not only insures 
 a finer polish, but prevents any seam or weakness around the middle of the face of 
 the brick. 
 
 Driving Pulley — 
 
 This press is equipped with an American friction-clutch driving pulley, 36 inches diameter, 
 8 inches face, with 22-inch clutch. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley for a capacity of 1,600 brick per hour, 250 revolutions per minute. 
 
 Power 
 
 Power required, 15 to 25 horse-power. 
 
 Weight -30,060 pounds. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 
 
 Extreme height above floor line 
 
 Length of foundation 
 
 Width of foundation 
 
 Depth of foundation 
 
 Distance from center line of Machine to center line of Pulley 
 
 9 
 
 ft. 6 in. 
 
 wide by 8 ft. long 
 
 8 ft. 6 in. 
 
 12 ft. 7 in. 
 
 .... 8 ft. 1 1 Ya in. 
 
 5 ft. 8 in. 
 
 4 ft. 1 1 2 in- 
 
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 No. 599 Six-Mold Sand-Lime Brick Press 
 
 This machine is designed for the manufacture of dry press clay brick, fire brick and sand- 
 
 lime brick, and can also be used for making a limited number ot ornamental shapes. 
 
 Rated Capacity per Hour 
 
 This machine, speeded at 200 R. P. M., gives eight pressures per minute and a capacity of 
 2,880 brick per hour. Capacity per hour is dependent upon the speed at which it i~> 
 operated, as indicated above, and the usual range is from 2,300 to 3,600 brick per hour. 
 
 Specifications 
 
 Design Result of Long Experience — 
 
 This press is built in such a substantial manner that it will stand many years of hard 
 service, at the same time turning out an excellent product. It is the result of a long 
 period of practical experience in designing and operating machines of this type. It is 
 constructed on the simplest possible lines, and all its parts are readily accessible and 
 easily kept in repair. 
 
 Pressure on Brick 
 
 The mechanical movements of the press are such that the lull pressure is maintained upon 
 the brick for a maximum interval. This result is accomplished, however, without loss 
 of time or diminution of capacity. Thus brick are produced that are perfect in form, 
 of uniform consistency, and without a flaw, seam or granulation in any part. 
 
 Starting and Driving Mechanism 
 
 The machine is supplied with an American friction-clutch pulley, with clutch brake mounted 
 on the same shaft, both being actuated by a single lever conveniently located at the 
 right of the mold table. This enables the operator to start or stop the machine 
 instantly, and gives him complete control over it at all times. 
 
 Stresses Not on Frame — 
 
 The stresses incident to the pressing of the brick are borne by two massive forged steel 
 tension bars. These side-bars not only actuate the lower cross-head when the brick 
 are being pressed, but they also serve as guides for both upper and lower cross-heads. 
 The gibs on both cross-heads are of ample length, and, as both slide up and down on 
 the same bars, it is evident that the plungers are kept in perfect alignment and in 
 perfect register with the mold at all times. 
 
 Toggle Movement 
 
 In this machine the pressure is applied by means of powerful toggles, accurately finished 
 and of abundant strength. The mechanism is so arranged that the wear comes on the 
 bottom of the three toggle shafts, thus making perfect lubrication possible. 
 
 Ejection of Brick — 
 
 The method of ejecting the brick from the mold is such that the side-bars, toggles and 
 upper cross-head do not move upward with the brick, the lower cross-head only being 
 lifted to bring the brick flush with the top of the mold. 
 
 Mold Charger 
 
 The mold charger is arranged with separate side guides, which serve the double purpose of 
 relieving the wearing action of the charger on the mold table and of preventing any 
 chattering or vibrating while the bricks are being pushed out onto the mold table. 
 This feature will be greatly appreciated by all experienced users of vertical presses. 
 The charger is driven and timed by a cam mounted on the master gear. All parts 
 actuating it are readily accessible from the rear of the machine, enabling the operator 
 to remove the charger in a very few minutes should this at any time become necessary. 
 
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 Construction of Mold Box 
 
 The mold box is so designed that the liners can be removed and renewed in the shortest 
 possible time. The adjustment of the liners is regulated entirely from the outside of 
 the frame, the work being easily and quickly done. This is a very valuable feature 
 and one that will commend itself to all practical brick-makers. The mold liners may 
 be reground and replaced without any enlargement of the mold cavities. 
 
 Adjustments 
 
 The several adjustments of the press are easily made. The thickness of the brick can be 
 changed in a few moments’ time. The lower die plates can be made Hush with the 
 mold table by the simple operation of adjusting a right and left-hand nut located on 
 the ejecting bar outside of the frame of the press and readily accessible. It will be 
 noted therefore that these adjustments are peculiar to this machine, and are of great 
 value to the practical operator. 
 
 Bearings and Gearing 
 
 The bearings are long, of large diameter, and arranged so that the wear can be taken up in 
 the most effective manner. The main gearing is massive and well adapted to driving 
 the heavy steel crank shaft which is connected by a pitman to the toggle mechanism. 
 
 Frame and Bed Plate — 
 
 The press is self-contained, and provided with a heavy and substantial main bed plate on 
 which the side-frames are mounted and securely bolted. The side-frames are so made 
 that the operator can readily reach the rear of the cross-head to remove the upper 
 pressure plates when necessary. 
 
 Driving Pulley 
 
 The machine is equipped with 42-inch x 10 1 2 -inch American friction-clutch driving pulley 
 with 18-inch clutch. Gear ratio, 25 to 1. 
 
 Speed 
 
 Speed of driving pulley approximately 200 R. P. M., according to the capacity desired and 
 the character of the work. 
 
 Power Required 
 
 Power required to operate this machine is approximately 20 H. P. When operated at a 
 higher speed than 200 R. P. M., the horse-power increases proportionately. 
 
 Weight 
 
 26,428 pounds, including one standard mold. 
 
 Dimensions 
 
 Floor space 
 
 Height over all above foundation 
 
 Projections below foundation 
 
 Length of foundation over all 
 
 Width of foundation over all 
 
 Depth of foundation 
 
 Length from center of Driving Pulley to center of Machine 
 
 Length from center of Machine to center of Outboard Bearing 
 
 9 ft. 10 in. wide, 8 ft. long 
 
 8 ft. 
 
 14 in. 
 
 11 ft. 1 in. 
 
 6 ft. 
 
 6 ft. 4 in. 
 
 5 ft. 
 
 6 ft. 3 in. 
 
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 No. 500 Eight-Mold Rotary Sand-Lime Brick Press 
 
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 This machine is especially designed for use in the manufacture of sand-lime brick, although 
 it is well adapted to the making of brick from any semi-dry, granular or pulverized materials. 
 The most thorough attention to detail has been given in the design and construction of this press 
 to secure the greatest durability and efficiency of performance with the minimum of skilled 
 supervision, adjustment and repair. After having had the press in use during a long period of 
 the most severe service we confidently offer it to the trade as possessing many features of high 
 excellence not found in other machines of the rotary type, and as being a machine that can be 
 depended upon to produce its full capacity of high quality brick at the lowest cost. 
 
 The No. 500 Press is peculiarly adapted to the manufacture of sand-lime brick, owing to 
 the fact that the brick when pressed and ejected from the mold are not pushed on the table 
 mechanically, but are removed by the operator to the hardening car. In this manner the green 
 brick, although very tender, may be placed upon the hardening car with all the edges in perfect 
 condition. One brick is pressed at a time and the leverage is so proportioned as to easily exert 
 the enormous pressure required for the production of high-class pressed brick. The amount of 
 pressure is gauged by the pressure-relief device hereinafter described, and by means of which 
 excessive strains are avoided. 
 
 The press consists essentially of a heavy reinforced base casting, revolving mold table con- 
 taining eight steel-lined molds, a revolving steel cam for driving and locking the table, an auto- 
 matic feeding hopper, a series of pressing levers, and a suitable train of gearing with steel 
 pinion, all driven by an improved American clutch pulley. 
 
 The revolving mold table contains eight steel-lined molds, spaced equidistant. The mold 
 table is made of gray iron, heavily ribbed and carefully machined to dimensions. It is faced 
 with a nickel steel cover plate. This face plate is made especially for the purpose from a nickel 
 composition that has been found to give the greatest resistance to the abrasion of sand. It is 
 finished to interchangeable dimensions, that it may be readily replaced when worn, but our 
 experience thus far with this material demonstrates that it possesses such great durability, even 
 under the severe action of the sand, that renewals will rarely be required. 
 
 The molds are lined with interlocking steel liners of great hardness. They are secured in 
 position in such a manner that they can be very readily and quickly removed and replaced when 
 worn. The quality of the liners and the method of securing them in place are of much impor- 
 tance in presses which are used for working sand. The arrangement used in this press is the 
 result of long experience, and is one that will appeal to all who have been engaged in making 
 sand brick. The liners are of the interlocking type, are accurately fitted to a standard mold 
 pocket, anti when they are in position are quickly tightened in place by drawing in a wedge 
 block behind the end liner. The face plate is then attached to the table, which effectively 
 secures the liners in position. 
 
 The brick are pressed in the top of the mold flush with the face plate. The pressure is 
 applied from the bottom by means of a plunger and a series of steel levers connected with the 
 main crank shaft. The top thrust is received by a counter-pressure plate, which is attached to 
 and cushioned by the relief plunger located under the center of the main cross-yoke. This 
 counter-pressure plate is made of soft back steel with an intensely hard working surface. 
 
 A most effective and reliable relief device to take care of excessive pressure is provided in 
 the form of a large punch and die located between the mold and the cross-yoke. A steel plate 
 of suitable thickness is inserted between the punch and die, which serves as a cushion to the 
 counter-pressure plate, so that in case excess material or any hard substance should accidentally 
 enter the mold the pressure is relieved by the punch cutting through the relief plate. In this 
 
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 manner immunity from accidental breakage in consequence of undue strain on the pressing 
 mechanism, however caused, is secured without material cost or loss of time in the operation of 
 the press. 
 
 The mechanical action is intermittent, one brick being pressed at a time. While one brick 
 is being pressed another is being ejected from the mold, the bottom pressure plate is dropping 
 in another mold preparatory to receiving a charge of material; one mold is being filled and one 
 stands charged ready for the pressure. The three remaining molds are in position for the opera- 
 tor to remove the brick which have been pressed and raised to the level of the table. This gives 
 ample time for one operator to remove the brick and place them on the hardening cars. The 
 several operations described are automatic and continuous, and the brick are delivered at the 
 most convenient location for removal by the operator. 
 
 An excellent feature of this press, and one that will be fully appreciated by those familiar 
 with this type of machine, is found in the method of driving and locking the mold table. This 
 is accomplished by means of a double cam and driving arm attached to the vertical mixer shaft, 
 and registering in a series of cam tracks and races located in the face of the revolving table. 
 The mixer shaft describes one complete revolution for each mold filled, and as it revolves the 
 friction roller, which is attached to the end of the driving arm, enters one of the eight steel- 
 lined races in the edge of the mold table, causing the table to move forward through 45 degrees. 
 The driving roller is then withdrawn from the race, and the cam at the opposite end of the arm 
 enters the locking race, thereby securing the table firmly in position while the operation of 
 
 pressing a brick is completed. The cam arm is so constructed that the moment the roller is 
 
 withdrawn from the table the cam immediately locks it in position. The roller and pin are of 
 hardened steel. The driving races are steel lined with renewable liners. This method of driving 
 the table is positive, and entirely free from breakage, as well as the noise and vibration which 
 have characterized the driving mechanism of the presses in which the tables are operated by 
 sectional gears or snap levers, and on which unsightly brakes are often required to retard the 
 movement of the table in an effort to prevent disastrous wrecks. 
 
 In this press the several movements of pressing brick, ejecting them from the molds, mov- 
 ing the table forward, and filling the molds, are perfectly timed, and there is no possibility of a 
 failure of any of the parts to work in unison. The vertical shaft, to which are attached the 
 arm and cam which both drive and lock the table, carries on the upper end in the feed hopper 
 a cap to which are attached the feeder arms. The shaft is driven by a pair of miter gears, 
 
 one of which is mounted on the main crank shaft. These miter gears are made of hardened 
 
 steel, which insures the greatest durability. The lower end of the vertical mixer shaft is fitted 
 with a large thrust bearing, immersed in oil, to receive the end thrust. The thrust plates are 
 adjustable to take up wear. 
 
 The feeding hopper is located in the rear and over the line of the revolving molds, and is 
 fitted with three steel blades so timed in their movement that all three pass over the mold 
 cavity in filling each mold. They move in the same direction as the mold table, which causes 
 the material to be charged well to the front edge of the mold, which in turn passes under the 
 strike-off bar from front to back. This insures a very positive and uniform charging of the 
 mold. The mixer blades are adjustable vertically to compensate for wear, and are readily 
 renewed. 
 
 Another excellent feature of the machine is the method of ejecting brick from the mold. 
 As soon as the brick is pressed the lift-out device raises the bottom pressure plate flush with the 
 table, where it is automatically locked until the brick is removed by the operator or until it 
 approaches the feed hopper, where trip rollers engage the spring jacks which sustain the plate 
 and allow it to fall to the position for receiving a fresh charge of material. When the pressure 
 plates fall they are cushioned by rubber-tired rollers, which give an action free from vibration 
 
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 or noise. The lift-out bar moves vertically, which obviates the side strain and wear on the hard- 
 ened steel pressure plates and liners which have proved so objectionable in other methods. 
 
 The depth of the material in the mold is readily and accurately regulated by means of the 
 threaded regulating stems, which can be quickly changed and securely clamped in position. 
 
 If, for any reason, the operator should fail to remove the brick from the table, they will be 
 removed by the mold guard before the pressure plate falls into position for receiving a fresh 
 charge of material. 
 
 The crank shaft, the main vertical shafts, the mixer shaft, the pressing levers and connec- 
 tions are steel forgings or open-hearth steel castings. All the bearings for the crank shaft, the 
 pinion shaft, the mixer shaft and the main bearings in the center of the mold table are finished 
 with bronze bushings, giving the most perfect construction for renewal and at the same time 
 the greatest durability. 
 
 The gearing is in the ratio of 7 to 1, which gives a pulley-shaft speed of 168 revolutions per 
 minute for 24 brick per minute. The master gear and steel spur pinion have machine-cut teeth. 
 
 The press is rated at a capacity of 1,200 brick per hour, and to secure this is speeded at 24 
 brick per minute, or a total actual working capacity of 1,440 brick per hour. It may be speeded 
 at any rate below this to give whatever capacity may be desired. 
 
 The press is ordinarily fitted with a 42-inch diameter 6-inch face clutch driving pulley, pro- 
 vided with a 16-inch American friction-clutch. This is the standard construction, but when so 
 ordered the press will be fitted with tight and loose driving pulleys. The outboard bearing for 
 the pulley shaft is supplied with a suitable floor stand, as shown in the illustration. 
 
 The No. 500 Rotary Press is compact, and yet convenient and accessible in its working 
 parts. The base stands about 12 inches below the floor line, as shown in the illustration. 
 Covers are provided for the working parts to protect them as far as possible from sand and dust. 
 Grease cups and oil cavities are provided for all bearings, and these bearings are thoroughly 
 protected when placed in exposed positions, as is the case with the top bearing of the vertical 
 shaft. Every provision has been made for convenience of operation, freedom from accidental 
 breakage, and protection from excessive wear. The crank shaft is counter-balanced by weights 
 on the master gear, thereby contributing to the smooth movement of the machine when operat- 
 ing at high speed. 
 
 Floor space, 10 feet 4 inches by 10 feet 1 inch. Height, 5 feet 4 inches above floor level. 
 Horse power required, 8 to 10. 
 
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 No. 516 Sixteen-Mold Rotary Sand-Lime Brick Press 
 
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 No. 516 Rotary Sand-Lime Brick Press 
 
 This machine is designed to meet a growing demand for a large capacity sand-lime brick 
 press of the rotary type. It possesses all of the many features of excellence found in the 
 No. 500 rotary press. It is arranged with sixteen molds and two brick are made at each pres- 
 sure. Thus it will be seen that during one complete revolution of the mold table eight pressures 
 are applied and sixteen brick are made. The two brick made at each pressure are delivered side 
 by side on the mold table, so that the operator has no difficulty in taking care of them. 
 
 In this press will be found a combination of strength, durability, convenience and capacity 
 unequaled by any other rotary press on the market. Particular attention has been given to the 
 design and construction of the press, so that it may be operated with the least possible adjust- 
 ment and repair; and it is a machine that can be depended upon to produce the very highest 
 quality of sand-lime brick at the lowest possible cost. 
 
 The pressing mechanism is so designed and proportioned as to exert an enormous pressure 
 without danger of injury to the machine. It is further provided with a pressure- relief device, 
 consisting of a steel plate of suitable thickness inserted between a punch and die, so that in case 
 of excessive pressure the strain is relieved by the punch cutting through the relief plate. 
 
 The press is provided with a 48-inch by 10-inch by 22-inch American friction-clutch pulley, 
 ordinarily speeded 160 revolutions per minute. At this speed of pulley the mold table revolves 
 2.85 times per minute. This gives a capacity of 45 brick per minute or 2,700 brick per hour. 
 
 The master gear and steel spur pinion are machine cut. All the bearings for the crank 
 shaft, pinion shaft, mixer shaft, and the main bearings in the center of the mold table are pro- 
 vided with bronze bushings, affording great durability, and making replacements possible with a 
 minimum loss of time. Grease cups and oil cavities are provided for all bearings, and covers 
 are furnished for the working parts to protect them as far as possible from sand and dust. 
 
 Floor space, 13 feet by 12 leet. Height above floor line, 6 feet 5 inches. Depth below 
 floor level, 2 feet 6 L 2 inches. Horse-power required, 15 to 20. Ratio of pulley to table speed, 
 56 to 1. 
 
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 No. 605 Hand-Power Press 
 
 The No. 605 Hand-Power Press shown in the accompanying illustration was especially 
 designed to meet the increasing demand for an inexpensive machine to make up small orders of 
 ornamental or shaped brick, which, while required on nearly all contracts, are found very incon- 
 venient and expensive to make on ordinary plant equipments. It is a machine that should be 
 found in every modern brick plant in the country. 
 
 Among the many points of advantage in this hand-lever press are its simplicity of construc- 
 tion and ease of operation and adjustment. In order to operate it to the best advantage two 
 men are required, one in front at the mold, the other at the lever and charger. The operators 
 have no difficulty in becoming familiar with the movements of the press, and in producing a 
 satisfactory quality and quantity of brick. 
 
 The brick are pressed in a single mold located near the center of the machine, the power 
 being applied by means of a long wooden lever connected to the toggles as seen in the illustra- 
 tion. The brick are ejected from the mold by a downward stroke of the small hand lever. 
 
 The material is fed into the mold by means of a hopper and charger, the hopper receiving 
 the charge as it falls from above, and the charger feeding it into the mold. The thickness of 
 the brick is quickly regulated by adjusting the nuts that fasten the upper cross-head to the side- 
 bars. In this way the laborious operation of shimming the plungers for thicker or thinner brick 
 is eliminated. 
 
 The mold is of simple construction, and so arranged that by making proper adjustments 
 Norman and Roman brick as well as standard size brick can be made. The double toggle used 
 in this press makes it possible to exert great pressure, and insures an excellent product. The 
 upper cross-head is provided with guides which keep the pressing mechanism in perfect align- 
 ment, and eliminates any tendency to make the brick thicker on one side than the other. 
 
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 Hardening Cylinder for Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 The hardening cylinder required for the manufacture of sand-lime brick is an important 
 feature. To fully meet the requirements it must be made of the very best material and in a 
 faultless manner. We have embodied in our cylinders the same quality that is given to high- 
 pressure steam boiler construction, and have made ample allowance lor safety factor. All our 
 cylinders are most thoroughly inspected before they leave the tactory, and are tested lor a safe 
 
 View of Hardening Cylinders at Destination Preparatory to Unloading 
 
 working pressure of 125, 135 or 150 pounds to the square inch. They are made with either one 
 or two removable heads, as may be found most convenient in the particular installation to be 
 used. A standard size cylinder is 72 inches in diameter and 62 feet long inside measure, the 
 extreme length over all being 64 feet. We also build these cylinders in other convenient lengths 
 and diameters when desired. With them are supplied the necessary fittings, including recording 
 steam gauge, safety valve, steam trap, crane for handling heads, and bolts for attaching heads 
 to cylinders. 
 
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 Views of Hardening Cylinder for Drying and Hardening Sand-Lime Brick 
 
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 Recording Steam Gauge 
 
 The accompanying cut illustrates the type of chart used in connection with recording steam 
 gauge for registering the amount of steam pressure maintained in the hardening cylinder while 
 the brick are being hardened. This gauge is graduated to record pressures from 5 pounds to 300 
 pounds, and the chart speed is one revolution for each twenty-tour hours. 
 
 The results obtained by the use of these recording gauges are invaluable. They give an 
 exact record of the steam pressure maintained during the entire period of hardening the brick, 
 and serve as a check upon the night fireman or engineer, and as an assurance to the factory 
 manager that the brick have been properly treated before the steam is turned off and the cylin- 
 der is opened. It is very important that the superintendent or manager should know exactly 
 what pressure has been maintained, and this appliance gives reliable information. 
 
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 Loading a Hardening Cylinder Direct from Factory to Cars 
 
 
 
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 No. 521 Right-Hand, Spur-Geared, Single-Shaft, Combination 
 
 Sand-Lime Mixer 
 
 This machine is the result of a series of careful experiments made for the purpose of evolv- 
 ing a sand-lime mixer that would combine durability and large capacity with thoroughness and 
 efficiency in mixing. All of these features have been successfully incorporated in this mixer. 
 
 It may be used as either a dry or wet mixer, or as a combination of the two. When it is 
 to be used for wet mixing it is equipped with suitable perforated water-supply pipes for adding 
 the required amount ol moisture to the sand 
 and lime mixture during its passage through 
 the machine. 
 
 The machines shown in the accompanying 
 illustrations were provided with special dust- 
 proof covers, but ordinarily these covers are 
 omitted excepting when the machines are used 
 for dry mixing only. These mixers are sub- 
 stantially constructed of iron and steel through- 
 out, and are provided with shafting and gear- 
 ing of ample size and strength. The two end 
 castings, the gear housing and the outboard 
 pedestal bearing are all securely attached to a channel-iron frame, which not only secures a per- 
 fect alignment of all parts, but also renders the machine rigid, self-contained and easy 
 of installation. 
 
 The shell in the machine illustrated is 8 feet long, 24 inches wide at the top, and 28 inches 
 deep. It is made of %-inch steel plate, and is shaped to the circle of the mixing knives. The 
 top edges of the shell are reinforced with 2 x 2-inch angles. These machines will be made to 
 order with shells either 10 or 12 feet in length. The main shaft is forged steel, 4 inches in 
 diameter at the gear end, and 3 inches square where the knife hubs are attached. The hubs to 
 which the mixing blades are attached fit over the square part of the shaft. These hubs cover 
 the entire surface of the shaft in the mixing chamber, and are made of round and smooth form 
 externally to prevent the materials from sticking to them. Two chilled-iron blades are bolted 
 to each hub. They are made with either right or left-hand lead, depending upon whether the 
 machine is to discharge at the gear end or at the opposite end. These chilled blades stand the 
 severe action of the sand very well, and when worn are cheaply and easily replaced. This 
 replacement can be made without removing the main shaft or the hubs. The bearings for the 
 main shaft are long, and are lubricated by means of compression grease cups. They are pro- 
 
 No. 521 Right-Hand Spur-Geared No. 522 Left-Hand Spur-Geared 
 
 No. 524 Left-Hand Bevel-Geared 
 
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 tected from the sand and dust in the mixing chamber by stuffing boxes on the inside of the 
 chamber. The driving mechanism consists of a master gear and pinion of ample size and 
 strength, and a 32 x 8-inch clutch pulley of our improved American type. The gearing is 
 completely housed, so as to prevent accidents and to exclude sand and dirt. A convenient hand 
 hole with cover, located in the top of the housing, is provided lor inspecting and lubricating the 
 gears. The gear housing is made in two pieces, and the upper half may be readily removed at 
 the convenience of the operator. 
 
 Floor space for 8-foot mill, 13 feet 6}/g inches by 4 feet 2 inches; speed of driving pulley, 
 195 revolutions per minute; height, 3 feet 6 inches; power required, approximately 10 horse. 
 Capacity, from 2,500 to 4,000 brick per hour, dependent upon the speed at which operated. 
 
 No. 522 Left-Hand, Spur-Geared, Single-Shaft, Combination 
 
 Sand-Lime Mixer 
 
 This machine is the same as the No. 521 Mixer except that it is left-hand 
 
 Rear View 
 
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 No. 523 Right-Hand, Bevel-Geared, Single-Shaft, Combination 
 
 Sand-Lime Mixer 
 
 This machine is the same as the No. 521 Mixer, except that it has the driving pulley on the 
 opposite side. When used as a dry mixer both are equipped with steel cover, as shown, with 
 openings to suit the special requirements where installed. 
 
 No. 523 Right-Hand, Bevel-Geared, Single-Shaft, Combination Sand-Lime Mixer 
 
 No. 524 Left-Hand, Bevel-Geared, Single-Shaft, Combination 
 
 Sand-Lime Mixer 
 
 This machine is the same in the mixing portion as the No. 521 Mixer, but it differs from it 
 in being bevel-geared, with driving pulley on left-hand side when standing opposite the gear end. 
 
 No. 524 Left-Hand, Bevel-Geared, Single-Shaft, Combination Sand-Lime Mixer 
 
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No. 504 Double-Shaft, 
 Differential- Motion 
 Wet Mixer for 
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 No. 505 Bevel-Geared Double-Shaft, 
 Differential-Motion Wet Mixer 
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 Double-Shaft Wet Mixers 
 
 Nos. 504, 505, 506 and 507 
 
 One ot the most important points in the manufacture of sand-lime brick is the thorough 
 mixing of the sand and lime and the introduction of the proper amount of moisture. 
 
 Our double-shaft, differential-motion wet mixers were designed especially for this purpose, 
 and are unequaled in efficiency, capacity and durability. These machines are made of iron and 
 steel throughout, with gears of ample size and strength, and with bodies made of heavy steel 
 plate. They are constructed with shells either 8 feet, 10 feet, 12 feet or 14 feet long. The 
 mixing shells are 24 inches wide, 18 inches depth, and are shaped to the circle of the mixing 
 blades. The shafts are driven at differential speed of two to one. The knives work toward each 
 other from the under side, and at the same time move the contents of the mill forward from the 
 feed to the discharge end. 
 
 The mixing shafts of these machines are 3 inches square steel, and upon them are placed 
 the hubs, to which tempered nickel steel mixing blades are bolted. These blades possess excel- 
 lent wearing qualities, and can be readily renewed without removing the shafts or hubs. 
 
 The bearings for the shafts are of ample proportions, are well protected from the sand by an 
 open space between the head casting and the bearings, and by packing glands around the 
 shafts. 
 
 As shown in the cuts, the receiving end of the mixing chamber is enclosed to confine the 
 dust. Ample provision is made for admission of water to properly temper the materials in their 
 passage through the mill, the supply being fully under control of the operator. 
 
 We can make these machines in four styles, with either spur or bevel gear, with discharge 
 through bottom or end, to suit the particular installation which a customer may require. 
 
 No. 504. Spur-Geared, Double-Shaft, Differential-Motion Wet Mixer, arranged with inlet 
 opening in top of cover at gear end, and with discharge opening at opposite end through a spout 
 in the end casting. 
 
 No. 505. Same as No. 504, except that it is bevel-geared. 
 
 No. 506. This mixer is spur-geared, and arranged for bottom discharge at gear end with 
 top inlet at opposite end. 
 
 No. 507. Same as No. 506, except that it is bevel-geared. 
 
 These machines are fitted with 24 x 8-inch clutch pulleys of our improved American type, 
 and, being substantially mounted on channel-iron frames, are self-contained. 
 
 The capacity is regulated by the speed of driving pulley. A speed of 100 revolutions per 
 minute gives material for 25,000 brick per day. 
 
 Floor space for mixer with 12-foot tub, 6 feet 7 inches by 16 feet 6 inches; height, 28 inches. 
 Power required, 10 horse. 
 
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 No. 533 Triple-Proportioning Machine and Feeder 
 
 If all the sand-lime brick produced in any factory are to be of uniform composition and 
 strength, it is obvious that the proportion of sand and lime must not vary to any appreciable 
 extent, as otherwise some of the brick will not be of standard quality, while others will contain 
 more lime than is necessary, thereby causing a waste of the more costly ingredient. It is there- 
 fore evident that one of the most important points in the manufacture of sand-lime brick is the 
 correct proportioning of the sand, the lime, and any other ingredient, such as cement or coloring 
 matter, that may be used. Ever since this industry originated there has been an increasing 
 demand for a durable and inexpensive machine capable of proportioning materials automatically, 
 continuously, accurately and rapidly. Various devices for this purpose have been recommended. 
 None of them, however, is as simple in construction, as easy of adjustment and as admirably 
 adapted to this special work as is our newly designed No. 533 Disc Feeder. 
 
 No. 5 33 Triple-Proportioning Machine and Feeder 
 
 This feeder is constructed as a single, double, or triple-proportioning machine. 1 he latter is 
 shown in the illustration. The device illustrated consists of one double horizontal disc feeder 
 and one single feeder, both connected to the same driving shaft and both attached to the same 
 channel-iron frame. Either one of these two units may be installed as an independent machine, 
 if desired. 
 
 The single horizontal disc feeder is shown at the right in the illustration. It consists of an 
 adjustable telescoping feed spout, with operating levers, a horizontal revolving feeder disc 
 attached to a vertical shaft, a feeder bowl with discharge opening, and a feeder stand which 
 
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 contains the bearings for the shafts and housings for the gears. The telescoping spout is a 
 vertical cast-iron cylinder and is supplied in 8, 10 or 12-inch diameters to suit the materials to 
 be handled. That illustrated is 10 inches in diameter. It is located immediately over the center 
 of the revolving feeder disc, and its function is to control the flow of material from the bin 
 above. It is provided with a suitable shifting lever with fulcrum bracket and graduated bar, 
 by means of which it may be adjusted vertically. By raising or lowering the shifting lever the 
 operator can immediately increase or diminish the speed of material on the feeder table. 
 
 The material which escapes on the revolving table from the telescope spout is in turn 
 removed from the table by a steel blade which is rapidly adjustable toward the center of the 
 disc. The two adjustments of the feed spout and the steel blade afford a ready means of secur- 
 ing a wide range of capacities for this feeder. At the same time very uniform proportions can 
 be maintained from two or more of these feeders. The process of measuring by these machines 
 is continuous, and the flow of material is not interrupted from the time it leaves the storage 
 bins until it is discharged into the mixer, and when the elements are brought together in the 
 hopper they fall so intimately that the preliminary mixing is a valuable feature of this process. 
 
 Wherever the continuous process of handling materials is employed these feeders are inval- 
 uable. The single feeders may be installed in connection with a storage bin or a mixer; or where 
 sand and lime alone are used and stored in adjacent bins, a double machine may be installed. 
 In the machine illustrated the double-disc feeder is speeded for measuring sand and lime, the 
 disc which receives the lime being driven at a much slower speed than that which receives the 
 sand. This difference in speed, together with the adjustments of the feed spout and the scraper 
 blade, affords the means of perfectly proportioning these two materials, notwithstanding they 
 differ much in bulk and weight in the final mixture. The lime feeding table is fitted with a 
 vertical agitating shaft varying in construction to suit the particular installation. The object of 
 this shaft is to maintain a continuous flow of lime to the table, and to prevent bridging over on 
 the feed spout. Other agitators are usually placed in the storage bin, as a steady flow of lime 
 to the feeder is of the greatest importance. 
 
 These proportioning machines are substantially constructed of iron and steel throughout, 
 with framework, gears and shafting of ample size and strength. The double and triple machines 
 are mounted as shown, which renders the machine self-contained and easy of installation. 
 
 Driving pulley, 36 inches by 6 inches; speed of driving pulley, 20 revolutions per minute; 
 floor space of triple machine, 13 feet 6 inches by 5 feet 8 inches; height, 5 feet 7 inches; speed of 
 sand table, 10 revolutions per minute; speed of lime table, 2 } 2 revolutions per minute; diameter 
 of feeder disc, 36 inches; power required, 2 horse; capacity, ample for a two-press plant. 
 
 No. 625 Quadruple-Proportioning Machine 
 
 The proportioning machines are made as single, double, triple, or in any multiple of single 
 machines. The No. 625 quadruple machine is similar to the No. 533 triple-proportioning 
 machine already described except that it comprises four single machines mounted on the same 
 channels and all driven from the same shaft. The two shown at the left-hand side in the cut 
 were designed for handling lime and cement, and are provided with short agitating shafts, and 
 graduated quadrants with spring latches, so that the position of the telescope can be very 
 accurately adjusted. By the same means the telescoping spout may be quickly lowered to the 
 revolving disc. This arrangement is used where lime or other fine materials that must be care- 
 fully proportioned are to be handled. Where sands, gravels, crushed stone, cement, clinkers, or 
 any materials which flow regularly and uniformly from the storage bin, are being proportioned, 
 the construction shown in the two right hand units is used. 
 
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 In addition to the parts shown in the cut there is furnished with each unit the cast iron 
 section of the stationary feed spout, which forms the discharge opening from the bin. This 
 section fits into the telescope spout, and is provided with a steel slide, by means of which the 
 flow of material may be cut off from the proportioning machine. 
 
 This machine is mounted on channel irons, which make it rigid, self-contained, and of proper 
 alignment. By mounting all four units on one shaft and frame the uniform relative speed of 
 
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 the discs is maintained at all times. This in turn maintains the proportion of the materials 
 discharged from the discs. If it is not convenient to bring the materials as close together as is 
 shown in this cut, the units can be spaced at any convenient distance apart by lengthening out 
 the channels and main shafts. 
 
 Driving pulleys, 36 inches by 6 inches, tight and loose. 
 
 Speed of pulleys, 20 revolutions per minute. 
 
 Length of channels, 13 leet inches. 
 
 Width over all, 5 feet 5 inches. 
 
 Height from bottom of channels to top of feed table, 4 feet. 
 
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 Wet and Dry Grinding Mills 
 
 The accompanying cuts illustrate our special Sand-Lime 9-Foot Wet and Dry Grinding Mill 
 which we have developed for use in the sand-lime brick trade. The mill is made in two sizes, 8 
 feet and 9 feet, which designate the diameter of the grinding pan. Where more than one mill is 
 required to obtain the desired capacity, the mills can be furnished either in a duplex setting, 
 where both are joined together, or in single independent setting as shown in cut. 
 
 Valuable Features 
 
 M any features in the construction of these mills are the direct outgrowth of our long 
 experience in grinding silica sands, crushed rock and similar substances, and more particularly in 
 mixing and grinding sand and lime in their preparation for the manufacture of sand-lime brick. 
 The use of these mills enables the manufacturer to combine the several operations ot moistening, 
 mixing and grinding into one, thus greatly simplifying and improving the method of sand-lime 
 brick making. The mills possess the further advantage of so grinding the sand that it is given 
 the sharp and gritty consistency which is essential in obtaining a perfect bond between the sand 
 and lime, and this is necessary to secure a high grade product. The abrasive action ot the 
 mullers, by virtue of which the sand is broken up into sharp angular particles instead of a fine 
 and granular powder, explains the high efficiency of the machine. By the use ot these wet and 
 dry grinding mills the highest quality of brick yet made in the United States has been produced, 
 and factories throughout the country are being rebuilt and rearranged, so that the advantages of 
 these special machines may be utilized. 
 
 Construction 
 
 We have put into the design and construction of the mills every feature of excellence which 
 our long experience in this line has brought to our attention. We know them to be 
 superior in quality of material, in workmanship and in efficiency. The heavy side 
 frames are firmly united at the top by the cross-beam and in the center by tie-bars, 
 and in mounting are securely anchored to concrete or brick foundations. 
 
 Grinding Pan 
 
 The grinding pan consists of a bottom casting which is keyed to a forged steel vertical main 
 shaft and which is machine-finished on the circumference to receive the steel plate rim. 
 The rim is very heavy and reinforced at the top. It is also made very deep, which 
 gives a large holding capacity. The wearing surface in the bottom of the pan is faced 
 with renewable plates covering the entire surface. A row of muller track plates made 
 of special metal is placed immediately under the tread of the mullers. As these plates 
 are subjected to the greatest wear, they are made only of a width sufficient to form a 
 track for the mullers, and consequently the renewals, when necessary, are inexpensively 
 made. The pan bottom is practically water-tight. The plows and scrapers are hung 
 from the steel tie-bars, which are located close to the rim of the pan. 
 
 Mullers 
 
 The mullers illustrated are of the bulged or weighted type. The increased weight greatly 
 enhances their efficiency in crushing and grinding hard sands. They are removable and 
 adjustable. 
 
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 Nine-Foot Wet and Dry Grinding Mill 
 
 Rim Removed, Showing Sand Rakes, Plows and Shovels 
 
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 Scrapers and Plows — 
 
 One of the most admirable features of these mills is the effective arrangement of plows and 
 of cleaning mechanism, inside the pan. The pan is equipped with four scrapers or 
 plows with adjustable hard metal wearing plates, a set of rim scrapers for preventing 
 the sand from adhering to the inside of the rim, and a set of sand rakes for loosening 
 the material from the center to the outside ot the pan. There it comes in contact 
 with the second plow, which throws it back underneath the muller. At each revolu- 
 tion of the pan the material comes in contact with the set of sand rakes, which loosen 
 it from the bottom of the pan, when it is again thrown under the mullers by the action 
 of the third and fourth plows. By this arrangement the mixture passes beneath the 
 mullers twice at each revolution of the pan and thus is rapidly pulverized and very 
 thoroughly mixed. The scrapers or plows are fitted with white metal wearing surtaces, 
 which are inexpensive in repair cost and have been found to be the most durable 
 material for resisting the action of sharp silica sands. 
 
 Unloading Shovel — 
 
 The mill is unloaded by means of the steel shovel, which is hung in a convenient position 
 for the operator to handle, as shown in the illustration. The full contents of a 9-foot 
 mill can in this manner be emptied into an elevator boot in less than thirty seconds. 
 The shovel is fitted with a replaceable steel wearing tip, by the renewal of which the 
 shovel can be kept intact indefinitely. 
 
 Renewable Parts — 
 
 The muller tires and track plates are made of a special mixture of hard metal that possesses 
 excellent wearing qualities. They can be readily renewed when necessary. 
 
 Frame of Machine — 
 
 The careful design and heavy proportions of these machines, together with the excellence of 
 the material and workmanship, insure the most satisfactory service. The large base 
 and generous proportions of the trame and the method of securing the several parts of 
 the trame together, all combine to make an unusually rigid and substantial machine. 
 
 Bearings — 
 
 The cross-frame which unites the two side frames at the top is of very heavy section. The 
 bearing surfaces on the top of the side frames to which the cross-frame is bolted are of 
 large area and accurately machine fitted. The frames are substantially bolted together 
 and the bolts fitted with lock nuts. The two bearings for the pinion shaft and that for 
 the upper one of the vertical main shaft are a part of this cross-frame, always insuring 
 perfect alignment of these important bearings. They are babbitted with an excellent 
 grade of babbitt metal and carefully hand fitted. Provision for lubrication is good. 
 
 Cross-Bars — 
 
 The frame of the mill is further strengthened by heavy steel cross-bars of square section, 
 which pass through the side frames at the front and back just above the rim of the 
 pan. These bars are slotted at the point where they pass through the side frames and 
 are fitted with keys, which are driven snug one on each side of each frame. This 
 makes a strong and durable construction. 
 
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 Shafting 
 
 All shafting is of steel and of large diameter. The outer end of the driving shaft is sup- 
 ported by a substantial bracket bearing which is securely bolted to the side frame. The 
 vertical shaft is forged from a solid billet in our own shops. • The upper bearing of this 
 shaft has a removable cap which makes it possible to remove the shaft and pan without 
 disturbing the balance of the mill. 
 
 Step- Bearing 
 
 The step-bearing, which sustains the vertical shaft and pan, is of an improved type, which 
 has given the best service in our mills for many years. 
 
 Muller Shafts 
 
 The mullers are supported on steel shafts, each being independent of the other. The ends 
 of the muller shafts are cushioned by compression springs and are provided with shoes 
 which have a vertical movement in guides located in the side frames and in the shrouds 
 encircling the vertical shaft. The guides allow the mullers to rise as the materials are 
 drawn under them when the pan revolves. The independent action of the mullers 
 makes either muller removable without disturbing the other, and increases the capacity 
 of the pan, as the raising of one muller does not affect the other, and it continues its 
 work undisturbed, the full surface of the muller face coming in contact with the sand 
 that is being worked. 
 
 Method of Operation — 
 
 By communicating power to the pinion shaft of the mill the vertical main shaft and pan are 
 caused to revolve, and these in turn communicate motion to the crushing rollers. 
 These rolls revolve on the cross-shafts which hold them in position, but do not travel 
 around the pan. As the material is charged into the revolving pan the centrifugal 
 motion carries it to the periphery of the pan where it encounters the scrapers, or plows, 
 which carry it back under the revolving rollers. This operation is repeated until the 
 material is mixed and ground sufficiently, when the operator removes the charge by 
 means of the shovel. The gears are of excellent design and made of our special gear 
 mixture. They are provided with a special device to take up the wear and keep the 
 gearing in mesh. The driving pulley is of the friction-clutch type, and for the 9-foot 
 mill it is 48 inches in diameter, 12-inch face, speed 125 revolutions per minute. The 
 entire design and construction of these machines is such as to give the best service. 
 Floor space of 9-foot mill, 10 feet by 14 feet; height, 9 feet 6 inches. 
 
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 No. 501 Cast Iron Hardening Car 
 
 The accompanying cut shows our No. 501 Cast Iron Hardening Car. It is easily the most 
 perfect car ever placed on the market, and is the outgrowth of the demand for a rigid, strong 
 car, with perfectly smooth deck, to replace the light steel cars originally furnished to the sand- 
 lime brick trade. Nothing has been spared in its design or finish to make it a perfect car for 
 the business. 
 
 No. 501 Cast Iron Sand-Lime Brick Car 
 
 The top, 5 feet 4 inches by 3 feet 2 inches, is made of one solid casting, reinforced by deep 
 ribs running both crossways and lengthways, giving absolute rigidity to the loading surface. 
 The top, on which the green brick are placed, is machined to a dead smooth surface on a planer, 
 and consequently the most perfect pressed brick are not damaged by contact. 
 
 Another distinguishing feature of this car is the large cage-roller bearings of patented design 
 which we employ in its construction. By their use the friction is reduced to the minimum. 
 The car runs smoothly without jar, and when under full load is very easily started. It is also 
 equipped with our car-moving device. Owing to the special design and expensive finish of this 
 car it must not be compared either in cost or efficiency with the rough cast iron or steel cars 
 which have been offered to the trade. It is in a class by itself. Diameter of wheels, 12 inches. 
 Diameter of axles, 2 inches. Track gauge, 28 inches. Height of deck above track, 14*4 inches. 
 
 No. 558 Cast Iron Hardening Car 
 
 The accompanying cut shows our No. 558 Cast Iron Hardening Car, which is arranged with 
 39-inch gauge and independent axles so that the lime-hydrating boxes may be placed in the 
 hardening cylinder beneath the cars and between the two rails. It is one of the most perfect 
 cars ever placed on the market, and is the outgrowth of the demand for a rigid, strong car with 
 perfectly smooth deck, to replace the light steel cars originally furnished to the sand-lime brick 
 trade. Nothing has been spared in design or finish to make it a perfect car for the business. 
 
 I he top, 5 feet 4 inches by 3 feet 2 inches, is made of one solid casting, reinforced by deep 
 ribs running both crossways and lengthways, giving absolute rigidity to the loading surface. 
 The top, on which the green brick are placed, is machined to a dead smooth surface on a planer, 
 and consequently the most perfect pressed brick are not damaged by contact. 
 
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 This car is arranged with four independent axles of lp^-inch steel. Each axle revolves in 
 two cage-roller bearings of patented design, which are held in place by two-piece cast iron boxes. 
 The upper part of the box is securely bolted to the body of the car, while the lower part is 
 hinged and arranged so that by loosening a bolt at one end the cages and axles can readily be 
 removed. By the use of the cage-roller bearings the friction is reduced to a minimum, the car 
 runs smoothly without jar, and when under full load is very easily started. 
 
 No. 558 Cast Iron Hardening Car 
 
 Convenient dustless oilers are provided tor lubricating the roller bearings. A high fire test 
 oil, like a good cylinder oil, should be used for lubrication, as otherwise it will not withstand the 
 influence of the steam in the hardening cylinder. 
 
 Owing to the special design and expensive finish of this car, it must not be compared with 
 the rough cast iron or steel cars which are offered to the trade. It is in a class by itself, and is 
 one of the most valuable units in this equipment. 
 
 The diameter of wheels is 1 1 M inches; diameter of axles, l’A inches; track gauge, 39 inches; 
 height of deck above track, 1 3% inches; weight, 860 pounds. 
 
 No. 79 Transfer Car 
 
 Special Car for Sand-Lime Brick Factories 
 
 This car has been designed especially for the sand-lime brick trade. Its particular con- 
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 green brick. The frame is made very heavy, being built up ot channels reinforced with angles so 
 that it sustains the great weight of the loaded hardening cars without springing. To this frame 
 are attached the anti-friction pin-bearing boxes, the wooden platform and the 20-pound “T” 
 rails forming the track for the hardening cars. 
 
 The bearings are so constructed that they can be removed from the axles without removing 
 the wheels. The wheels are 17 inches in diameter, 3-inch tread, and are pressed on large axles 
 to a 40-inch track gauge. They are placed outside of the side rails, which effectively prevents 
 the tilting of the car when it receives the weight of the hardening car. The rails on top of the 
 car are set 28 inches track gauge. The height of car from rail to rail is 8 inches; wheel base, 
 5 teet 6 inches; length of rails on top of car, 4 feet. 
 
 Style “A” Turntable 
 
 This turntable was especially designed for handling cars used in the manufacture of sand-lime 
 brick. It is extra strong and light running. The tracks and rollers are turned true. An intermediate 
 independent roller frame is used to hold the rollers in position. This frame has a hole in the 
 center through which the center plate passes. The plate and lower track form a part of the base, 
 which is provided with a rim to prevent timber or brickwork pressing against the edge of the 
 turntable. The turntable is well braced with radial ribs. The car track rails are 16-pound 
 rails, 28-inch track gauge. Diameter of turntable, 4 feet 4 inches. 
 
 Style “A” Turntable Closed 
 
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 No. 547 Portable Hoist for Handling Lime-Hydrating Boxes 
 
 The Portable Hoist illustrated in the accom- 
 panying cut is designed tor use in handling lime- 
 hydrating boxes to and trom the hardening cylin- 
 der. The hydrating boxes are filled with caustic 
 lime in the storage room. They are then lifted 
 by the hoist and transferred to the hardening 
 cylinder, where they are placed between the tracks 
 underneath the hardening cars. The process of 
 hydration is completed while the brick are being 
 hardened, so that when the cars are removed the 
 lime boxes are at the same time taken out of the 
 cylinder with this hoist and transferred to the 
 storage room, where the contents are dumped 
 into a screen or core extractor. 
 
 The hoist is substantially made of cast iron 
 and steel. It is mounted on four flanged wheels, 
 which are fitted with independent axles running 
 in cage-roller bearings. The wheels are machined 
 on the tread. This construction makes the hoist 
 run very easily when loaded. 
 
 The diameter of the wheels is 1134 inches; 
 diameter of axles, 134 inches; track gauge, 39 
 inches; wheel base, 24 inches. 
 
 No. 547 Portable Hoist for Handling Lime- 
 Hydrating Boxes 
 
 No. 547 “A” Lime-Hydrating Box 
 
 This box was designed for use in connection with the No. 547 Portable Hoist already 
 described. After being filled with caustic lime in the lime storage room it is conveyed by the 
 hoist into the hardening cylinder, and deposited 
 between the tracks at the bottom of the cylinder. 
 
 When the lime is completely hydrated the boxes are 
 transferred to the storage and emptied. The length 
 of the box corresponds to the length of the No. 558 
 Hardening Car, which is 38 inches over all. The 
 inside dimensions of the boxes are 3434 inches long, 
 
 30 inches wide, 21 inches deep. It is intended that 
 one lime-hydrating box will be placed under each 
 hardening car. 
 
 These boxes are substantially constructed of heavy 
 steel plate, the end plates being of flange steel and the 
 bottom plates being rolled to correspond with the radius 
 of the inside of the cylinder. The end and bottom 
 plates are riveted and calked to render the box water 
 tight. The rim and openings are strongly reinforced, and handles are provided on the ends of 
 the box to facilitate dumping the contents. The use of this system of lime hydration has been 
 found very economical and satisfactory in sand-lime plants. 
 
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 Fixed Charge Tube Mill for Laboratory Use 
 
 The Fixed Charge Tube Mill is an appliance that can be used to the very best advantage 
 in every sand-lime brick factory in connection with a hand press for doing experimental work in 
 testing out sands and limes, and in making special shapes, small orders of color brick, etc. This 
 machine is substantially constructed, as shown in the accompanying illustration, being supported 
 by cast iron bearing stands attached to a steel channel frame, and the mill body being mounted 
 on a steel shaft. It is driven by 30 by 6-inch tight 
 and loose iron driving pulleys placed between the bear- 
 ing stands. The power required to operate it is 
 trifling, as it can be belted to any convenient shaft 
 about the factory. 
 
 The mill body is 36 inches in diameter, 14 inches 
 deep, one end and the rim being made in a solid cast- 
 ing, which gives a very strong construction. The hub 
 is placed on the inside of the body so as not to inter- 
 fere with the bearings, and in order that the shaft 
 may be fastened securely. The cover or head is 
 secured to the body by capscrews. It is fitted with a 
 small handhole located near the circumference for con- 
 venience in inspecting the contents of the mill, or for 
 introducing additional steel balls or flint pebbles. The 
 circumference of the shell is provided with a rectangu- 
 lar discharge opening 8 by 14 inches. The opening is 
 covered first with a perforated metal screen and then 
 with a tight steel cover. The screen is placed flush 
 with the surface of the shell. When the material in 
 the mill is sufficiently pulverized the outer cover can 
 be removed so the contents will be discharged through 
 the screen into the bin at the bottom of the casing 
 without the steel balls or flint pebbles escaping from 
 the mill. The machine is provided with a light steel dust casing, made in two sections. The 
 casing is divided in the middle, with the top hinged so that it can be turned back when it is 
 desired to fill or inspect the mill, or to remove the contents. The lower section is made in the 
 form of a bin into which the pulverized material can fall and from which it can be readily 
 removed. With each mill is included a charge of 100 pounds of imported Norway flint pebbles 
 for use in mixing and fine grinding, and 100 pounds of assorted steel balls for pulverizing coarser 
 material. It so desired we can furnish these mills with vitrified tile or porcelain linings. Such 
 linings are desirable when the materials to be pulverized are of pure white or such delicate colors 
 that contact with the metal would discolor them. The tile lining consists of porcelain tiles 
 approximately °'8 by 1 W by 6 inches, securely cemented in place, forming a complete lining for 
 the interior of the mill. 
 
 Fixed Charge Tube Mill for Laboratory Use 
 
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 Fixed Charge Tube Mill for 
 Laboratory Use 
 
 Fixed Charge Tube Mill for Laboratory Use 
 
 No. 76 Steel Charging Barrow 
 
 For measuring and transferring charges of sand or lime from the storage bins to the wet and 
 dry grinding mill, the No. 76 steel charging barrow is found to be very convenient. It is sub- 
 stantially made of iron and steel, with handles 
 of heavy tubing. The axle is placed well back 
 under the tray, thereby throwing the weight 
 onto the wheels, and enabling the operator to 
 carry the load with little effort. The fact that 
 the center of gravity is very close to the wheel 
 center renders the operation of dumping easy 
 and readily accomplished. 
 
 While the wet and dry-grinding mill is in 
 operation these charging barrows can be filled 
 with a charge and placed beside the pan. As 
 soon as the pan is emptied by the operator 
 another charge can be promptly dumped into it and the operation completed without loss of 
 time and with a minimum of labor. 
 
 Capacity, 6 cubic feet; size of tray, 28 inches by 37 inches; sides of No. 12 gauge steel; 
 bottom, No. 10 gauge steel; wheels, 22 inches diameter; weight, 240 pounds. 
 
 No. 76 Steel Charging Barrow 
 
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 Nos. 508, 509, 517 and 518 Spiral-Screw Conveyors 
 
 and Feeders 
 
 Spiral-Screw Conveyor for Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 Spiral-Screw Conveyor, Bevel-Gear, for Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 We build a line of spiral-screw conveyors and feeders, of the types illustrated in the accom- 
 panying cuts, for use in sand-lime brick plants. They are especially valuable for receiving the 
 dry sand and lime mixture from the storage bins and delivering it to the wet mixer, but are also 
 used wherever it is found advisable to install a short horizontal conveyor. 
 
 They can be made either spur or bevel geared, according to the requirements of the particu- 
 lar installation, and when used as feeders they are equipped with variable speed cone pulley 
 drive, so that the amount of material handled is under the control of the operator. 
 
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 American No. 514 Distributing Drag Conveyor 
 
 The No. 514 Distributing Drag Conveyor illustrated is typical of our line of this type of 
 conveyors. We can furnish conveyors in a variety of sizes and lengths, and with either steel or 
 wood frame as may be preferred. When wood frames are used the purchaser generally makes 
 the frame, the drawings of which we supply, and we furnish the steel work. This type of con- 
 veyor is especially adapted to handling hard and abrasive materials, such as sand, crushed stone, 
 coal, ore, clay, salts, etc. It is very convenient for use where materials are to be deposited in 
 a series of bins, or where a long storage bin is to be filled. 
 
 In the equipment of sand-lime brick factories we use this conveyor for filling the storage 
 bin, and especially for receiving the mixture of sand and lime from either the elevator or the 
 wet mixer, and distributing it uniformly in the silo. 
 
 The conveyor illustrated is made throughout of iron and steel, and is constructed in a very 
 substantial manner of angles, channels and plates securely riveted together and properly braced. 
 The steel frame, when exceeding 40 feet in length, may be made in sections ready for riveting 
 together at destination. 
 
 In the steel-frame conveyors the frame is designed to be self-contained, including the driving 
 gears, shaft, bearings and pulleys. This makes the conveyor very easy of installation. The con- 
 veyors will be constructed with either spur-gear or bevel-gear drive, and with the driving pulleys 
 located to suit the demands of the installation. The cut illustrates a right-hand bevel-gear-drive 
 conveyor with 6 R 2 x 18 xl 2-inch flights, the conveyor being 32 feet long. The driving pulleys are 
 18 inches in diameter, 4-inch face, tight and loose. 
 
 The conveying mechanism consists of a series of steel flights spaced equidistant, securely 
 riveted to 1 -inch square axles, the axles being turned at the end to form gudgeons for the carry- 
 ing wheels, which are 4p2 x l Vq-inch. These wheels carry the flights and chains, so that very 
 little power is required to operate this conveyor. Steel angles form the tracks for the wheels, 
 giving a very smooth and easy movement to the flights. 
 
 In the 18-inch conveyor, the endless chains are employed for driving and spacing the flights. 
 In the smaller sizes a single chain and sprocket drive is employed. 
 
 The materials are spouted into one end of the conveyor and carried forward by the flights, 
 which pass' along the steel trough in the bottom of the frame. This trough is fitted with dis- 
 charge openings at intervals, which are covered with steel slides. One of these slides is open at 
 the point where it is desired to discharge the material. By this arrangement any bin of a series 
 underneath the conveyor may be filled at will, or any portion of a long bin may be filled while 
 the balance of the bin is being emptied. It will be seen that this style of conveyor lends itself 
 particularly to the filling of sand-lime brick silo. 
 
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 The end of the frame opposite the gear is provided with adjustable take-up bearings to give 
 the required tension on the chains to compensate for wear. These take-ups are of heavy pattern 
 and of sufficient length to provide ample adjustment. 
 
 The width of the 18-inch conveyor, bevel geared, over all, is 59 inches; height, 24 inches; 
 length to suit the installation. The weight of the 18-inch conveyor with steel frame in the first 
 15-foot section, measured center to center of sprocket wheels, is 2,120 pounds; each additional 
 foot, 70 pounds. Power required in lengths under 100 feet, from 2 to 5 horse. Ratio of gear- 
 ing, 4 to 1. 
 
 Additional Equipment 
 
 In addition to the several units of machinery and appliances which we have illustrated and 
 described in this department of the catalogue, there are a number of other standard machines 
 and appliances regularly used in the equipment of a sand-lime brick plant which are fully illus- 
 trated and described in other departments of the catalogue, some of the more common of which 
 we are for convenience listing herein. 
 
 No. 57 Heavy-Duty, 9-Foot, Dry-Grinding Mill. There are some materials that are 
 used in the manufacture of sand-lime brick, such as crushed stone, sand that contains coarse 
 gravel, furnace slag, etc., which should be passed through a grinding or pulverizing mill before 
 being manufactured into brick. For such work we recommend our No. 57 Heavy-Duty, 9-Foot 
 Dry-Grinding Mill, as illustrated and described on pages 130, 131, 133 of this catalogue. 
 
 Sand Dryers. We manufacture a complete line of Rotary Direct-Heat Dryers, which are 
 especially adapted to the rapid and economical drying of sand or other materials used in the 
 manufacture of sand-lime brick. For illustrations and descriptions of these dryers, see pages 379 
 to 387 of this catalogue. 
 
 Conveyors. In addition to the spiral-screw conveyors and steel drag distributing conveyor 
 herein described, we manufacture an extensive line of steel frame belt conveyors, and concen- 
 trating conveyors; illustrations and descriptions of which will be found on the following pages: 
 
 Bucket Elevators. We manufacture a full line of Bucket elevators arranged for using 
 either traction chain, sprocket chains or belts for carrying the buckets. All usual sizes of 
 buckets, types of boots and styles of driving heads are included. See pages 159 to 163 of 
 this catalogue. 
 
 Hoists or Winding Drums. For a complete description of the various winding drums w r e 
 are prepared to furnish for any desired capacity, see pages 185 to 190 of this catalogue. 
 
 Dump Cars. We build an extensive line of dump cars, both of wood and steel construc- 
 tion. Just the type and capacity of car you will require in your equipment, you will find 
 described on pages 191 to 200 of this catalogue. 
 
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 -TRANSFER TRACK 
 
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 Transfer Track 
 
 Engine 
 
 Boiler 
 
 Grinding Cylinder 
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 Hardening Cylinder 
 
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 Factory Building at Clinton, Iowa, Built of Sand-Lime Brick 
 
 Sand-Lime Brick Made in Old Mexico on Our Machinery 
 
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 Buildings Built of Sand-Lime Brick 
 
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 Buildings Built of Sand-Lime Brick 
 
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 Engineering Department 
 
 Clay Testing Department 
 
 Auger Brick Machines 
 
 Dies 
 
 Granulators and Pug Mills 
 
 Cutting Tables 
 
 Represses 
 
 Rattlers 
 
 Dry Pans and Wet Pans 
 
 Screens 
 
 Page 
 
 8 
 
 18 
 
 29 
 
 48 
 
 61 
 
 85 
 
 1 12 
 
 125 
 
 127 
 
 157 
 
 Barrows and Trucks 
 
 Sewer Pipe Presses 
 
 Dry Press Brick Machinery 
 
 Roofing Tile Machinery 
 
 Clay Refining Machinery 
 
 Plunger Brick Machinery 
 
 Soft Mud Brick Machinery 
 
 Mechanical Brick Setter 
 
 Continuous Kiln 
 
 Dryers 
 
 Page 
 
 201 
 
 229 
 
 .251 
 
 265 
 
 275 
 
 279 
 
 293 
 
 309 
 
 313 
 
 . .341 
 
 Elevators and Conveyors 
 
 159 
 
 Dryer Cars 
 
 363 
 
 Crushers and Disintegrators 
 
 173 
 
 Rotary Dryers 
 
 379 
 
 Winding Drums 
 
 185 
 
 Sand Lime Brick Machinery 
 
 389 
 
 Clay Cars 
 
 191 
 
 
 
 GENERAL INDEX 
 
 
 Page 
 
 
 Page 
 
 Adjustable Brick Die 
 
 50 
 
 Heaters 
 
 352 
 
 American Haigh Continuous Kiln 
 
 313-339 
 
 Iron Work for Kilns 
 
 340 
 
 Auger Brick Machines 
 
 29- 45 
 
 Kilns 
 
 313-340 
 
 Automatic Cutting Tables 
 
 85- 89 
 
 Mechanical Brick Setter 
 
 309 
 
 Barrows, Trucks and Wagons 
 
 201-228 
 
 Mold Sander 
 
 306 
 
 Brick Setting Machine 
 
 309-312 
 
 Mule Trucks 
 
 227 
 
 Briquette Press 
 
 264 
 
 Pans, Dry and Wet 
 
 127-156 
 
 Bucyrus Disc Type Friction Clutch 
 
 28 
 
 Paving Block Rattler 
 
 125 
 
 Bucyrus Steam Tunnel Dryer 
 
 345 
 
 Piano Wire Screen 
 
 157 
 
 Cars, Dryer 
 
 363-378 
 
 Pipe Rack Dryer 
 
 355-362 
 
 Clay Cars 
 
 191-200 
 
 Plunger Machines 
 
 279-292 
 
 
 379-387 
 
 
 67- 84 
 
 Clay Feeders and Mixers 
 
 80- 84 
 
 Quality in Machinery 
 
 10- 15 
 
 Clay Refining Machinery 
 
 275-278 
 
 Rattlers 
 
 125 
 
 Clay Testing Department 
 
 18- 25 
 
 Reduction Mill 
 
 184 
 
 Combined Machine and Pug Mill 
 
 44 
 
 
 26 
 
 Continuous Kiln 
 
 313-339 
 
 Represses 
 
 112-124 
 
 Conveyors 
 
 164-172 
 
 Roofing I lie Machinery 
 
 265-274 
 
 Crushers and Disintegrators 
 
 173-182 
 
 Rotary Dryers 
 
 379-387 
 
 Cutting Tables 
 
 85-1 1 1 
 
 Sand Dryers 
 
 308 
 
 Cutting Wires 
 
 90 
 
 Sand Lime Brick Machinery 
 
 389-439 
 
 Dies, Brick, Tile, Hollowware 
 
 48- 60 
 
 Screens 
 
 157 
 
 Disc Feeder 
 
 74 
 
 Screw Press 
 
 264 
 
 Down Delivery Tile Machine 
 
 47 
 
 Sewer Pipe Machinery 
 
 229-250 
 
 Dryers 
 
 341-362 
 
 Shipping Facilities 
 
 7 
 
 Dryer Cars 
 
 363-373 
 
 Soft Mud Brick Machinery 
 
 293-308 
 
 Dry Pans 
 
 127-141 
 
 Steam Coil Heater 
 
 352 
 
 Dry Press Brick Machinery 
 
 251-264 
 
 Steam Pipe Rack Dryer 
 
 355-362 
 
 Eagle Soft Mud Brick Machine 
 
 300-305 
 
 Steel Plate Exhausters 
 
 247-350 
 
 Electrical Driven Machinery 
 
 6 
 
 Stiff Mud Brick Machines 
 
 29- 45 
 
 Elevating Car Drying System 
 
 375-378 
 
 I lie Elevator 
 
 162 
 
 Elevators 
 
 159-163 
 
 Traffic Department 
 
 7 
 
 Engineering Department 
 
 8 
 
 Transfer Cars 
 
 371-373 
 
 Fans, Exhausted Blowers 
 
 347-350 
 
 Turntables 
 
 374 
 
 Fire Proofing Machines 
 
 29- 45 
 
 Wagons 
 
 223-228 
 
 Furnace Dryers 
 
 346 
 
 Waste Heat Dryers 
 
 341-344 
 
 Gearing 
 
 16 
 
 Wet Pans 
 
 142-156 
 
 Granulators 
 
 61- 66 
 
 Winding Drums 
 
 185-190 
 
 Gravity Screens 
 
 158 
 
 Wires, Cutting 
 
 90 
 
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