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Forging at the foundry of AT Green & Sons Ltd, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1963
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Forging at the foundry of AT Green & Sons Ltd, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1963
Forging at the foundry of AT Green & Sons Ltd, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1963. Impression die forging pounds or presses metal between two dies (called tooling) that contain a precut profile of the part being manufactured. Parts from a few ounces to 60, 000 lbs can be made using this process. Some of the smaller parts can also be forged cold
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At Green And Sons Ltd Flat Cap Forge Forging Foundry Iron Iron And Steel Industry Machine Tool Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Rotherham South Yorkshire Steel Steelworker Steelworks Walters Headgear
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This print takes us back to the bustling foundry of AT Green & Sons Ltd in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, in 1963. The image showcases the intricate process of impression die forging, where metal is skillfully pounded or pressed between two dies that bear a pre-cut profile of the desired part. This technique allows for the creation of parts ranging from a few ounces to an impressive 60,000 pounds. The photograph captures the essence of British industrial prowess during this era. A group of dedicated steelworkers can be seen diligently operating machinery and working with molten iron at this renowned foundry. One man stands out amongst them all, wearing a traditional flat cap which was emblematic of workers in those times. The scene exudes an air of determination and craftsmanship as these skilled men laboriously forge essential components for various industries. Their expertise contributes to shaping Britain's iron and steel industry while upholding their profession with pride. Taken by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this monochrome snapshot encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication displayed by workers like these throughout history. It reminds us how vital their contributions were in building our country's industrial legacy.
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