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Barrel leveling, trussing and hooping machine 1875
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Barrel leveling, trussing and hooping machine 1875
Two separate devices, the first by a machine which compresses the barrel end wise between two disks and other by iron hooks and projections coming up through the floor which engaging with the truss hoops forcing them in place. The barrel with the hoops on is then inserted with the pressure of the foot treadle closes all simultaneously. Date: 1875
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1875 Apparatus Barrel Cooper Coopers Machines Mechanical Pulley Shaft Technology Hooping Trussing
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This photograph offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of barrel-making during the 1870s. The image showcases two separate machines used in the process of leveling, trussing, and hooping barrels. In the foreground, a machine with a wooden barrel sandwiched between two large disks can be seen. This device compresses the barrel endwise, ensuring a uniform shape and leveling the barrel's ends. Behind the first machine, a second mechanical marvel comes into view. This apparatus features iron hooks and projections that rise from the floor, engaging with the truss hoops as they are inserted. Once the hoops are in place, the barrel, now adorned with its hoops, is pushed forward towards the pressure foot treadle. The treadle's activation closes the hoops simultaneously, securing them tightly in place. These machines represent the technological advancements in the cooperage industry during the 19th century. The use of mechanical apparatuses such as pulleys, shafts, and treadles significantly increased the efficiency and precision of barrel production. Cooper shops of the era embraced these innovations, leading to an improvement in the quality and uniformity of wooden barrels. This photograph offers a fascinating look into the past, providing a glimpse into the intricate process of barrel-making during the 1870s. The combination of wooden barrels, mechanical apparatuses, and the skillful hands of coopers resulted in the creation of barrels that were essential for the transportation and storage of various goods, including foodstuffs and beverages.
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