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Foundation for 30 cwt steam hammer
Foundation for 30 cwt steam hammer, plan, front elevation and details Date: 1856
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Media ID 5081540
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1856 Bridgewater Engineering Foundry Gaskell Hammer Machinery Nasmyth Tools
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the industrial revolution in your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image, "Foundation for 30 cwt steam hammer," showcases a detailed plan, front elevation, and intricate details of an 1856 steam hammer. Transport yourself back in time with the rich textures and vibrant colors brought to life by our high-quality canvas material. Each print is carefully crafted to bring out the finest details, making it a perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Bring history to life with this unique and thought-provoking piece from Media Storehouse."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts the intricate design of a Foundation for a 30 cwt Steam Hammer, created in 1856. The steam hammer, a remarkable engineering marvel of the Industrial Revolution, was a vital tool in the foundry industry, used to shape and form metal components with great precision and force. The image showcases the hammer's impressive plan, front elevation, and detailed components. The hammer's massive base, supported by four robust columns, anchors the machine to the ground, ensuring stability during operation. The steam engine, located at the back of the foundation, powers the hammer through a series of rods and linkages, transferring the energy from the steam to the hammer head. The intricate design of the steam hammer's components is evident in the print, with various gears, levers, and valves all meticulously rendered. Notable features include the flywheel, which stores energy and releases it in a controlled manner to power the hammer head, and the hammer head itself, which is designed to deliver a powerful blow to the metal being shaped. This steam hammer was the brainchild of renowned engineers Henry Maudslay and James Nasmyth, who revolutionized the manufacturing process by introducing the concept of precision engineering and interchangeable parts. The design was further developed by William Gaskell and the Bridgewater Foundry, which produced some of the finest steam hammers of the era. Transportation played a crucial role in the widespread adoption of steam hammers, as they could be easily transported to various locations, enabling the mass production of metal components for industries such as railways, shipping, and construction. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the engineering prowess of the 19th century and the technological innovations that shaped the modern world.
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