Pipework Collection

Central heating for cars / W H Robinson
The Autofooetjoye central heating device, consisting of a small zinc water tank glued to the back of the car, warmed by an oil stove with connecting pipework that the driver can rest his feet

Pipework detail DP235257
Ferrybridge C Power Station, Stranglands Lane, Knottingley, Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Detail of pipes in the spray pipework level of the power stations cooling tower number 2B

Geothermal power plant Reykjanesvirkjun South West Iceland

Pipe, c. 1938. Creator: Sydney Roberts
Pipe, c. 1938

Holborn Viaduct Subways (engraving)
1626053 Holborn Viaduct Subways (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holborn Viaduct Subways. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 November 1871)

Jennings Pedestal Vase, 1870 (engraving)
869618 Jennings Pedestal Vase, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Jennings Trapless Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869619 Jennings Trapless Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Plunger Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869617 Plunger Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Baziers Patent Direct-Action Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869615 Baziers Patent Direct-Action Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Doultons Simplicitas Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869616 Doultons Simplicitas Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Jennings Improved Bramah Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869613 Jennings Improved Bramah Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

National Wash-Out Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869621 National Wash-Out Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Plunge Valve Closet, with handle lifted, 1870 (engraving)
869614 Plunge Valve Closet, with handle lifted, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Germany, Berlin, Mitte, Pipework remving ground water for the many construction sites

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England, London, Detail of the stainless steel exterio of the Lloyds building

The Thermal Spa Baths at Dax, France - a (rather apprehensive!) woman contemplates the approach of the Douche a Vapeaur ready to apply a jet of hot steam water to her person... Date: circa 1920s

Dax, France - Thermal Baths - Mud bath Treatment. Date: 1923

Machinery Hall - International Exhibition, Dublin, Ireland. Date: 1907

Plank shop at Battersbys hatworks showing formed felt cones, te basis for a fur felt hat. Note the huge amount of pipework, and the exposed belt drives to the machinery. Date: 1902

Portable Organ - When in use, this medieval processional instrument was slung by a strap over the shoulder of the musician

Oil distribution, conceptual artwork F005 / 0428
Oil distribution, conceptual computer artwork

Oil distribution, conceptual artwork F005 / 0430
Oil distribution, conceptual computer artwork

Oil distribution, conceptual artwork F005 / 0429
Oil distribution, conceptual computer artwork

RD-1 rocket engine C016 / 7642
Soviet RD-1 rocket engine. This was designed by Vladimir Glushko in 1941-45 and was the first Russian rocket powered by storable propellants

Worker with an oil drilling rig C015 / 6196
Oil. A worker checking the drilling fluid feed pipe at an oil rig. Drilling fluid is used to help lubricate and cool the drilling head and to flush out the crushed rock from the well

Oil refinery pipework C016 / 2757
Oil. Pipework at an oil refinery. Photographed in the Khanty-Mansi district of Russia

Missile fuelling equipment C013 / 5303
Missile fuelling equipment at Titan Missile Museum near Tucson, Arizona. The silo-launched Titan II missile was part of Americas nuclear deterrent

Cables and pipework on Skylab space station in National Air & Space Museum, Washington DC. Note coating of thick dust on some cables

Russian rocket engines on display at the 2011 Paris Air Show

Boeing 747-8 interior showing flight research equipment. Air conditioning ducts and other pipework can be seen in the ceiling space above the cabin. Photographed at the 2011 Paris Air Show

Aircraft engine on display at the 2011 Paris Air Show

Natural gas condensate production well
Natural gas condensate well. View across part of a production site where natural gas condensate is processed. The condensate is associated with natural gas deposits

Oil field. View of some of the pipework surrounding the production facilities at an oil field. Photographed at the Luginetskoye field in the Tomsk region of Russia

Sewage sludge burning plant
Sewage disposal. View of pipework at a sewage sludge combustion plant. Combustion is a common method of dealing with sewage sludge

Power station boiler
Boiler of a coal-fired power station. The boiler is used to generate superheated steam that is fed to a series of turbines. These are connected to generators to produce electricity

Clean air from smokers / W H Robinson
An ingenious device to prevent a cars cabin from filling with smoke from a drivers cigar or cigarette, by means of pipework and a chimney

Filling with water / W H Robinson
Filling up ones car with water without stopping by means of a portable water resovoir, pipework and a lever for the driver

A technician adjusts delicate pipework
A technician, wearing a white laboratory coat and acoustic earmuffs, adjusts a section of thin copper pipework. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Gas Absorbtion Plant - Iraq
Gas Absorbtion Plant - industrial buildings and plant relating to BPs oil exploration in Iraq

Pipe laying, Temecula Valley, Southern California, United States of America, North America

A worker wearing hard hat and using a mobile phone at the natural gas plant at Mabta Pud in Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Pipeline carrying steam through the Wairakei Thermal Valley, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Exterior detail of pipes at the Pompidou Centre, Beaubourg, Paris, France, Europe

Exterior detail of the Pompidou Centre, Beaubourg, Paris, France, Europe

Colourful pipework on exterior of the Centre Pompidou (Pompidou Centre), Beaubourg, Paris, France, Europe

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"Pipework: A Journey Through Time and Function" From central heating for cars to geothermal power plants, it has played a crucial role in various industries throughout history. Take a closer look at the fascinating world of pipes with these intriguing hints. Central heating for cars / W H Robinson: Discover how pipework revolutionized automotive technology by enabling efficient central heating systems in vehicles, providing comfort during chilly rides. Pipework detail DP235257: Dive into the intricate details design and engineering, exploring the craftsmanship behind every joint and connection that ensures seamless functionality. Geothermal power plant Reykjanesvirkjun South West Iceland: Explore the powerful impact in harnessing renewable energy sources like geothermal power, as seen in this impressive plant situated amidst Iceland's stunning landscapes. Pipe, c. 1938. Creator: Sydney Roberts: Travel back in time to appreciate the timeless beauty of pipe designs through this creation by Sydney Roberts, showcasing both form and function. Holborn Viaduct Subways (engraving): Uncover the hidden world beneath our feet as you delve into subterranean tunnels adorned with an intricate network of pipes that serve vital purposes unseen by many passersby. 6-10 (Engravings from 1870): Step into Victorian-era plumbing innovations through engravings depicting various types of closets and valves such as Jennings Pedestal Vase or Baziers Patent Direct-Action Closet - marvel at their ingenuity. National Wash-Out Closet, 1870 (engraving): Witness advancements made towards sanitation with this engraving showcasing a closet designed to ensure cleanliness and hygiene during an era when such matters were paramount concerns. Intricate or utilitarian, historical or modern-day – pipework continues to shape our lives in ways we often overlook but can't do without.