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Image from a plant for manufacturing water gas in Belfast
Image from a plant for manufacturing water gas in Belfast, built by Humphreys & Glasgow Co. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 23360692
© The Institution of Mechanical En
Belfast Energy Glasgow Humphreys Manufacturing Power
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image transports us back in time to the late 1890s in Belfast, Northern Ireland, where the production of water gas was revolutionizing the energy landscape. The photograph showcases an intricately designed plant, built by Humphreys & Glasgow Co., which was responsible for manufacturing this innovative fuel. Water gas, a mixture of carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and water vapor, was produced by passing steam through coal in a water-gas generator. This process, which replaced the traditional use of coal gas for illumination and heating, offered several advantages. Water gas burned cleaner, producing less soot and smoke, and was also cheaper to produce due to the widespread availability of coal. The plant depicted in this photograph is a testament to the engineering prowess of the late 19th century. The complex system of pipes, boilers, and generators can be seen in meticulous detail, with steam being injected into the coal-filled generators to create the water gas. The large chimney stack at the plant's center releases the gases produced during the manufacturing process, signifying the plant's continuous operation. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of energy production and the role that Belfast played in the transition from coal gas to water gas. The plant's impressive design and the dedication of the workers who operated it demonstrate the ingenuity and determination of the era's engineers and innovators. This photograph serves as a reminder of the significant advancements in energy production that have shaped our modern world.
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