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Nortons improved automatic machinery for making tin cans, c. 1901 (litho)
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Nortons improved automatic machinery for making tin cans, c. 1901 (litho)
XJF406269 Nortons improved automatic machinery for making tin cans, c.1901 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: first automatic can-making line invented by Edwin Norton (1845-1914) American inventor amd manufacturer; ); American, out of copyright
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Belt Cutting Floor Machine Making Operator Operators Producing Production Line Canister Canisters
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This black and white lithograph captures a significant moment in industrial history - Norton's improved automatic machinery for making tin cans, circa 1901. The image showcases the first-ever automatic can-making line invented by Edwin Norton, an American inventor and manufacturer. The scene is set in a bustling factory floor where workers diligently operate the intricate machinery that revolutionized can production. A symphony of movement unfolds as operators skillfully maneuver their way around the production line, ensuring seamless manufacturing of these essential containers. The photograph highlights the sheer scale of this innovative process with rows upon rows of workers engaged in various stages of can-making. Conveyor belts transport metal sheets while machines deftly cut and shape them into perfectly formed canisters ready to be filled with goods. There is an undeniable sense of pride emanating from both the workers and their creation. Each individual plays a vital role in this harmonious dance between man and machine, contributing to the mass production that would transform industries worldwide. Norton's invention not only streamlined manufacturing but also paved the way for increased accessibility to canned products across society. This lithograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress, capturing a pivotal moment when technology merged seamlessly with traditional craftsmanship. As we gaze at this historic print, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of automated production - forever indebted to visionaries like Edwin Norton who shaped our modern world through innovation and determination.
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