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Woollen Manufacturing - Slubbing Machine or Billy
Woollen Manufacturing - Slubbing Machine or Billy. Date: 1811
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1. Title: "The Slubbing Machine: A Pivotal Invention in the Woollen Manufacturing Industry of the 1810s" This image showcases a Slubbing Machine, also known as a Billy, from the early 19th century, specifically dated to 1811. The Slubbing Machine was a significant invention in the realm of woollen manufacturing, revolutionizing the textile industry during the 1810s. The machine, with its intricate design and complex mechanical components, is depicted here in full operation. The primary function of the Slubbing Machine was to prepare the wool for the next stage in the manufacturing process, which was weaving on a power loom. The machine ensured that the wool was evenly distributed with the correct amount of twist, known as "slubs," to facilitate the smooth running of the yarn on the loom. The Slubbing Machine consisted of a series of tracks and spindles, with bobbins attached to the ends of the spindles. As the wool was fed through the machine, it was twisted and formed into slubs, which were then collected and wound onto bobbins. The bobbins were then transported to the weaving shed, where they were loaded onto the loom for weaving. The introduction of the Slubbing Machine marked a crucial step forward in the industrialization of the woollen manufacturing process. It allowed for greater efficiency and consistency in the production of woollen textiles, contributing to the growing demand for affordable, high-quality fabric during the 19th century. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the technological innovations that shaped the textile industry during this transformative period.
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