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Cleaning a Kaldo furnace, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964
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Cleaning a Kaldo furnace, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964
Cleaning a Kaldo furnace, Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964. Steelworkers using a specialised trolley-mounted machine to clean a Kaldo furnace
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Cleaning Foundry Furnace Hard Hat Iron Iron And Steel Industry Machine Machinery Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Park Gate Iron And Steel Company Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Rotherham South Yorkshire Steel Steelworker Steelworks Walters Headgear
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Cleaning a Kaldo Furnace - Preserving the Legacy of Steelmaking in 1960s Rotherham
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. This print captures an essential task at the Park Gate Iron & Steel Co in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, back in 1964. A group of dedicated steelworkers can be seen diligently cleaning a massive Kaldo furnace using a specialized trolley-mounted machine. The image showcases the grit and determination required to maintain this vital piece of machinery. The industrial setting exudes an atmosphere of hard work and dedication as these men, clad in their protective gear including hard hats and headdresses, carry out their occupation with utmost precision. Inside this bustling factory, amidst towering buildings and heavy machinery, these workers play a crucial role in Britain's iron and steel industry. Photographer Michael Walters skillfully captures the monochrome scene, emphasizing both the physicality of labor and the timeless beauty found within industrial settings. This photograph serves as a testament to the skilled trade that once thrived within this location. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of the immense contributions made by workers like these who helped shape our country's manufacturing prowess during the mid-20th century. Their commitment to their craft is evident as they navigate through metal structures while ensuring that every inch of this furnace receives meticulous attention. This print stands not only as a tribute to those involved but also as an enduring symbol of British industry during its heyday – where hard work met innovation to forge
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