The International Exhibition: range of boilers for supplying steam to machinery in the... 1862. Creator: Unknown

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The International Exhibition: range of boilers for supplying steam to machinery in the... 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: range of boilers for supplying steam to machinery in the Western Annexe, 1862....each boiler is 6ft. 6in. in diameter, and 35ft. in length; they are circular, with double flues running through them...[they] have been constructed and set up by Messrs. Hicks and Son...two of them are fitted with Clark's patent apparatus for supplying air and steam to the furnaces, an arrangement that is thought highly advantageous. They are...supplied with all the necessary fittings, such as steam-pressure indicator, gauges, &c. as well as Bodmer's patent safety- valves. Running transversely...is the steam-chest from which the supply will be conveyed to the machinery. For this purpose two large mains have been laid through the building, under the principal passages. From these pipes the different engines will take steam by separate connections with them. Beside these steam supply-pipes are laid the exhaust-pipes, through which the waste steam will be carried outside the building...The boilers will maintain steam at a pressure of 70lb. to the square inch. Considering the distance it has to be conveyed and the number of engines drawing it off, it will, of course, become of much lower pressure when used in the building'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

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This photograph taken in 1862 showcases a remarkable display of boilers at The International Exhibition, housed in the Western Annexe. The range of boilers, an intriguing engineering marvel of the time, each measure 6ft. 6in. in diameter and an impressive length of 35ft. They are circular in shape, with double flues running through them, designed to optimize heat distribution and efficiency. The boilers, skillfully constructed and set up by Messrs. Hicks and Son, are a testament to the technological advancements of the era. Two of these boilers are equipped with Clark's patent apparatus, an innovative arrangement that enhances the combustion process by supplying air and steam to the furnaces. The boilers are outfitted with essential fittings such as steam-pressure indicators, gauges, and Bodmer's patent safety valves, ensuring safe and efficient operation. A steam-chest runs transversely through the boilers, serving as the primary source of steam to be distributed to the machinery. Two large mains have been laid through the building, under the principal passages, allowing various engines to tap into the steam supply separately. Exhaust pipes are installed alongside the steam supply-pipes, facilitating the removal of waste steam from the building. The boilers are engineered to maintain a steam pressure of 70lb. to the square inch, an impressive feat considering the distance the steam must travel and the number of engines drawing from it. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the technological innovations of the 19th century, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of engineers to harness the power of steam for industrial applications.

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