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Photographic Print : F Shop, Steam Hammer Shop, c1930s
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F Shop, Steam Hammer Shop, c1930s
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 458792
© STEAM Picture Library 2007 - All Rights Reserved
Swindon Swindon Works Workshop Hammer
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "F Shop, Steam Hammer Shop, c1930s" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively from the STEAM Museum of the GWR. This evocative image transports you back in time to an era of industrial power and innovation. The steam hammer shop comes alive in this black and white print, with the large steam hammer towering over workers in their brown overalls, engulfed in the thick, swirling steam. The rustic textures of the machinery and the worn, brick walls add to the authenticity of this captivating scene. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, archival quality print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in the 1930s, transports us back in time to the bustling F Shop at Swindon Works. The F Shop, also known as the Steam Hammer Shop, was a vital part of the Great Western Railway's (GWR) engineering complex, located in Swindon, England. In the heart of the workshop, a massive steam hammer dominates the scene. Its massive flywheel, attached to a heavy steel frame, is poised to strike a large anvil, hidden from view. The hammer, fueled by the intense heat and pressure of steam, was used to shape and forge railway components, such as axles and other heavy metal parts. Surrounding the steam hammer are a multitude of workers, all engrossed in their tasks. Some are busy feeding raw materials into the hammer, while others are preparing tools or adjusting machinery. The atmosphere is filled with the clanging of metal on metal, the hissing of steam, and the rhythmic pounding of the hammer. The F Shop was a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the GWR's engineering team. It represented the pinnacle of steam technology and the relentless pursuit of efficiency and innovation. The workers, dressed in their heavy overalls and protective goggles, were the unsung heroes of the railway, transforming raw materials into the essential components that kept the trains running on time. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the rich industrial heritage of Swindon and the Great Western Railway.
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