Belting Collection

Scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock
5307860 Scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock, Middlesex)

Power loom for weaving cotton, c.1840 (engraving)
538588 Power loom for weaving cotton, c.1840 (engraving); (add.info.: Power loom for weaving cotton. Model illustrated is that invented by Roberts (c1815-20)

Baker's and Finnemore's Pen Factory, St Paul's Square, Birmingham, England, 1870 (engraving)
532302 Baker's and Finnemore's Pen Factory, St Paul's Square, Birmingham, England, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Baker's and Finnemore's Pen Factory, St Paul's Square)

Conveyor belt manufacture at the Dunlop factory, Speke, Liverpool, Merseyside. Circa 1950

Perdriau Rubber Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Perdriau Rubber Co. Ltd, Australian manufacturers of all rubber goods, including tyres, belting, hose, waterproof sheeting, air goods, hot water bottles

Clara: A Bravura, 1802 (coloured engraving)
DEC418512 Clara: A Bravura, 1802 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); 35.7x23.9 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum

Engraving depicting scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock, 19th century
Engraving depicting scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock

Leather Factory
Illustration of H. L. Fairbrother and Co leather belting factory in Pawtucket, Rhode Island circa. 1880. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Coaling Station
29th August 1907: Setting up the new belting system at the coaling station at Grimbsy docks. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Power loom for weaving cotton. Model illustrated is that invented by Roberts (c1815-20). Belting connecting to drive shaft is shown at centre back of picture. Female operative. Wood engraving c1840

Carding, drawing and roving cotton. Carding engine (left) delivers cotton in a single sliver. Factory operated by shafts & belting. Could be powered by water or steam. Engraving c1830

Bakers and Finnemores Pen Factory, St Pauls Square, Birmingham, England. On left, blanks are being stamped from strips of steel with machines powered through shaft and belting

Sectional view of Strutts model cotton mills, Belper, Derbyshire, England. Water wheel and power distribution via shaft and belting. Water frames are at F, carding machines above

Stanley driving in the open
Advertisement for Sandeman Stanley cotton belting. circa 1915

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"Belting: The Backbone of Industrial Innovation" Step back in time to the Perdriau Rubber Advertisement, where the importance was first recognized. This essential component revolutionized industries by efficiently transferring power and materials. Witness the birthplace of conveyor belt manufacture at the Dunlop factory in Speke, Liverpool. In this bustling hub circa 1950, skilled workers meticulously crafted belts that would propel countless factories into modernity. Marvel at Clara: A Bravura, a vibrant coloured engraving from 1802 showcasing how belting played a pivotal role in enabling breathtaking performances and pushing artistic boundaries. Delve into Enfield Lock's Royal Small Arms Factory in the 19th century through an intricate engraving. Amongst scenes of innovation and craftsmanship, sturdy belts ensured smooth operations for producing top-quality firearms. Explore a Leather Factory where durable belts were instrumental in transforming raw hides into exquisite products that stood the test of time. Uncover the significance at Coaling Stations as it facilitated efficient loading and unloading processes, powering steamships that connected nations across vast oceans. Transport yourself to cotton mills powered by Roberts' revolutionary power loom invention. Witness these mighty machines weaving intricate patterns with precision thanks to reliable belts driving their every motion. Discover how carding engines transformed cotton fibers into single slivers with remarkable efficiency. Belts seamlessly delivered raw material to create fine threads used in textiles worldwide. Visit Bakers and Finnemores Pen Factory in Birmingham, England – witness pens being manufactured with utmost precision using cutting-edge machinery driven by dependable belts. Immerse yourself within Strutts model cotton mills located in Belper, Derbyshire. Observe water wheels turning tirelessly due to robust belting systems – propelling industrial progress forward while harnessing nature's force effectively. Finally, picture Stanley driving freely under open skies – an emblematic image symbolizing personal mobility made possible by reliable automotive belts ensuring smooth engine operations.