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The International Exhibition: Besley's type-casting machine... 1862. Creator: Unknown
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The International Exhibition: Besley's type-casting machine... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Besley's type-casting machine - from a photograph by the London Stereoscopic Company, 1862. Machine...exhibited by Messrs. Charles Reed and Benjamin Fox [and] engaged...in casting type used in this number of the "Illustrated London News"...The popular idea is that print-types are made of lead, but, when the extreme pressure to which the metal has to be subjected is considered, it is manifest that a composition of a much greater resisting power is required for the purpose of producing impressions on paper...The machine consists of a pan for holding the [hard] metal, with a well and piston, the latter with a side lever, connecting-rod, and cross-bar attached to the piston-rod and worked with a cam. To the pan is fixed a "jobber", used to prevent the return of the metal after it is pumped into the mould, which is fixed to the front of the machine, and held to the pan whilst the type is being cast. When the type is cast the mould is drawn back by means of a spiral spring, and the mould is opened by a bar and rod, which are also used for delivering the matrix. Other arms and plates are adapted for fixing and lowering the mould. The machine is driven by a lever and motion-crank'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This photograph, taken by the London Stereoscopic Company in 1862, showcases the innovative Besley's type-casting machine, an engineering marvel of its time. The creators of this machine, Messrs. Charles Reed and Benjamin Fox, exhibited it at The International Exhibition, showcasing the intricate process of type production. Contrary to the popular belief, print types are not solely made of lead. Instead, a material of greater resistance was required to withstand the intense pressure necessary for producing impressions on paper. The type-casting machine, as depicted in this image, was designed to address this need. The machine's construction includes a pan for holding the hard metal, a well and piston, and a side lever, connecting-rod, and cross-bar attached to the piston-rod. A jobber is fixed to the pan to prevent the metal from returning after being pumped into the mould. When the type is cast, the mould is drawn back by a spiral spring, and the mould is opened by a bar and rod. Other arms and plates are used for fixing and lowering the mould. The machine is powered by a lever and motion-crank. The type-casting machine revolutionized the printing industry by streamlining the process of creating high-quality type, ensuring that each letter was consistent and precise. This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of this remarkable invention, offering a glimpse into the technological advancements that shaped the world of communication during the Victorian era.
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