Paragon Industries Integrates TAP Kiln Controllers into Clamshell Series

In this article, you’ll discover:

  • How Paragon Industries is upgrading their Clamshell Series with smart technology.
  • The benefits of remote control and monitoring for your studio workflow.
  • Why these new features are available at no cost to the buyer.
  • Details on the partnership between Paragon and SDS Industries.

If you work with glass or ceramics, you know that managing a firing schedule can sometimes feel like a full-time job. You want to focus on the art, not just the equipment. That is why the latest announcement from Paragon Industries is such welcome news for makers everywhere. Just ahead of the holiday season, the legendary kiln manufacturer has upgraded their popular Clamshell Series with high-tech, intuitive controls.

A Smarter Way to Fire

TAP Kiln Controllers - Simplicity & Precision

Paragon has officially teamed up with SDS Industries to integrate the Sentinel TAPXpress and Sentinel SmartTAP controllers into their kilns. This isn’t just a small tweak. It is a major leap forward in usability.

For decades, artists have relied on Paragon for their durable builds. Now, that hardware is getting a brain boost. The new TAP controllers replace confusing button combinations with a responsive touchscreen interface. It feels much more like using a smartphone than operating heavy industrial machinery. The menus are logical, easy to navigate, and designed to help you set unlimited firing schedules without a headache.

Control Your Kiln from Anywhere

Perhaps the most exciting feature for the busy studio owner is the remote control capability. Both new controllers work with the TAP Mobile app.

Imagine this scenario: You have a long firing cycle running, but you need to run an errand or step out for lunch. Instead of staying tethered to the studio, you can monitor the kiln’s temperature and status right from your phone. You get real-time updates and peace of mind, knowing exactly what is happening with your work even when you are not in the room.

High-Tech Features at No Extra Cost

Usually, when a product gets a “smart” upgrade, the price tag jumps up. Surprisingly, that is not the case here. Paragon announced that these new controllers are available at no additional upgrade cost compared to other models in the Sentinel lineup.

You get the advanced diagnostics, the sleek interface, and the mobile connectivity without breaking the budget. It is a move that really highlights Paragon’s commitment to “empower makers,” ensuring that hobbyists and professionals alike have access to the best tools available.

Two Industry Leaders Team Up

This collaboration brings together two very different types of expertise. Paragon has been a gold standard in kiln manufacturing since 1948, starting from a humble garage workshop in Texas. On the other side, SDS Industries is a tech-forward company founded by a glass artist who wanted better control over his heat work.

By combining Paragon’s 77 years of reliability with SDS’s modern software, they are creating a product that honors tradition while embracing the future.

As Paragon noted in their announcement, the future of firing is “smarter, simpler, and more connected.” For artists using the Clamshell Series, that future has officially arrived.

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