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An oxy-acetylene flame metal-cutting machine (b / w photo)
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An oxy-acetylene flame metal-cutting machine (b / w photo)
6004161 An oxy-acetylene flame metal-cutting machine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An oxy-acetylene flame metal-cutting machine. Illustration for Engineering Workshop Practice by Arthur W Judge (new and revised edn, Caxton, c 1936).); © Look and Learn
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Blowpipe Cutting Engineer Engineers Flame Machine Pointer Shape Unit Template
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This print captures the essence of early 20th-century engineering in Great Britain. The image showcases an oxy-acetylene flame metal-cutting machine, a revolutionary invention that transformed the way metal was shaped and cut. The photograph, taken by an English photographer whose identity remains unknown, is part of a private collection. It serves as an illustration for Arthur W Judge's book "Engineering Workshop Practice" published around 1936. In this image, we see the intricate details of the metal-cutting machine. The pointer unit and template are carefully positioned to guide the shape and movement of the blowpipe, which emits a powerful oxy-acetylene flame used for cutting through various metals. The historical significance of this machine cannot be overstated. It played a crucial role in advancing engineering practices not only in Great Britain but also across Europe. Its impact on German engineering is particularly noteworthy, as it helped drive innovation in northern Germany. As we admire this remarkable piece of machinery frozen in time, let us appreciate the ingenuity and skill of engineers from both Britain and Germany who contributed to its development. This print offers us a glimpse into their world—a world where precision meets fire to create extraordinary works that continue to shape our modern society today.
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