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Process at British Needle Mills, Redditch, Worcestershire
Process at the British Needle Mills, Redditch, Worcestershire -- three images showing how the threading hole is stamped into the needles. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Depression Hole Machinery Manual Manufacture Manufacturing Mills Needle Needles Preparation Process Redditch Stamp Stamping Threading Worcestershire
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1843: A Glimpse into the Early Victorian Manufacturing Process at British Needle Mills, Redditch, Worcestershire These captivating images offer a rare glimpse into the early Victorian manufacturing process at the British Needle Mills in Redditch, Worcestershire, circa 1843. The photographs depict three distinct stages of the labor-intensive process of stamping threading holes into needles. In the first image, a skilled worker carefully positions a needle between two metal plates, ensuring precise alignment. The needle's delicate tip rests on a small platform, while the other end is secured in a vise. The worker then operates a large, manually-operated press, applying immense pressure to the needle, which forces the metal plates to stamp the threading hole. The second image captures the moment of impact as the threading hole is formed. The needle's tip is compressed, deforming the metal as the hole is punched through. The worker's concentration is palpable as they carefully monitor the process, ensuring the hole is of the correct size and shape. The final image shows the completed needle, now threaded and ready for use. The threading hole is clean and uniform, a testament to the worker's skill and the precision of the machinery. These images provide a fascinating insight into the industrial manufacturing process during the 1840s. The needles, an essential component of the textile industry, were produced in large quantities to meet the growing demand for sewing supplies. Despite the repetitive and labor-intensive nature of the work, the images reveal a sense of pride and dedication among the workers, who played a crucial role in the production process. The manufacturing process at British Needle Mills in Redditch, Worcestershire, was a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the Victorian workforce, who adapted to the demands of the industrial revolution and contributed to the growth of the textile industry.
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