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Steel-converting furnace and mould for crucible manufacture
Steel-converting furnace and mould for crucible manufacture. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820
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1. Title: Steel-converting Furnace and Mould for Crucible Manufacture This copperplate engraving, created by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey, offers a fascinating glimpse into the 19th-century steel and iron manufacturing process. The image depicts a steel-converting furnace and mould used for crucible manufacture. At the heart of the scene lies the steel-converting furnace, a critical component of the iron and steel industry during the Industrial Revolution. This furnace was used to convert iron into steel by removing impurities through the process of puddling. The molten iron was poured into the furnace, where it was agitated and oxygen was introduced to promote the reaction that transformed the iron into steel. Adjacent to the furnace, a mould is shown, ready to receive the molten steel. The mould is designed specifically for crucible manufacture, which was an essential part of the steel industry. Crucibles were used to melt and contain metals during various stages of the smelting process, including the production of steel. The intricate details of the machinery, the workers, and the surrounding environment are beautifully captured in this engraving, providing a window into the complex and transformative world of 19th-century engineering and industrial processes. The image is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the time, as well as the significant role that steel and iron played in shaping the modern world. This illustration is taken from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in London in 1820. The copperplate engraving, with its intricate lines and delicate shading, offers a visually stunning representation of this important aspect of industrial history.
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