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Quality checking cookers at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist
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Quality checking cookers at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist
Quality checking cookers at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. An overview of the final stages of cooker assembly at the GEC plant in Swinton, near Rotherham. The cookers were built using the same conveyor method by which cars are assembled, gradually progressing until they came to this area where they were quality checked. Demand was high for thes appliances which meant that a Christmas shutdown was impossible. This photograph was taken on the 19th December 1960
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Checking Cooker Domestic Domestic Appliance Electricity General Electric Company Household Appliance Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Oven Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Production Line Quality Control Rotherham South Yorkshire Swinton Walters
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Quality Checking Cookers at the GEC Plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960
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. This photograph captures a pivotal moment in the final stages of cooker assembly at the renowned GEC plant in Swinton. The image showcases an overview of the bustling production line where skilled workers meticulously inspect each cooker for quality assurance. Built using an innovative conveyor method similar to that used in car manufacturing, these cookers gradually progress through various stages until they reach this crucial area for thorough examination. With demand soaring for these household appliances, even during the festive season when a Christmas shutdown seemed impossible, every effort was made to ensure their flawless performance. The photograph offers a glimpse into Britain's industrial prowess during the 1960s as it depicts dedicated workers diligently conducting their tasks amidst a backdrop of machinery and tools. Their commitment to excellence is palpable as they meticulously check each detail before allowing these cookers to be dispatched across the country. Taken on December 19th, 1960 by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this monochrome snapshot not only immortalizes an era but also pays homage to the hard work and craftsmanship that went into producing reliable domestic appliances. It serves as a testament to British engineering ingenuity and highlights how companies like GEC played a vital role in shaping everyday life for countless households across England.
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