Wednesday, 18 May 2011

first test

adding paper and water

closing the tap

creating pulp 

releasing pulp


pressing pulp

first test-Two issues that need addressing: 1. Pressure of the pulp flow creates a thin layer.
2. Press surface isn't porous meaning paper gets stuck on the upper plate. 




press plates have to much movement.

Sunday, 15 May 2011

Thursday, 12 May 2011

sandwich press to hasten dry-time

hemped

The beginning of pedal powered paper press build



bike mechanics / dismantling

Rack and Pinion press



Push mower paper pulper


further exploration into paper production

Some No8 wire for flat pack experimentation
dry-mix with high pressure



hemp in the mix, classic screen process