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Coils and hexagonal bars at the Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964
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Coils and hexagonal bars at the Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964
Coils and hexagonal bars at the Park Gate Iron & Steel Co, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 1964. A manager quality checks the finished coils which are ready for delivery. Hexagonal bars can be seen above being lowered onto the warehouse floor
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Checking Coil Examining Factory Worker Hard Hat Inspecting Inspection Iron And Steel Industry Lowering Manager Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Park Gate Iron And Steel Company Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Quality Control Rotherham South Yorkshire Steel Steel Industry Steelworker Steelworks Walters Headgear
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In this photograph taken in 1964, we are transported back to the Park Gate Iron & Steel Co. in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The image captures the essence of a bustling steel factory during the height of Britain's industrial era. The focal point of the photo is a diligent manager meticulously inspecting coils that are ready for delivery. Dressed in his hard hat and work attire, he exudes authority and expertise as he ensures that only top-quality products leave the premises. Above him, hexagonal bars hang suspended in mid-air before being gently lowered onto the warehouse floor by skilled workers. This mesmerizing sight showcases both the precision and strength required within this demanding trade. The atmosphere inside the factory is palpable; it buzzes with energy as workers go about their tasks diligently. Each individual plays an integral role in upholding Britain's reputation as an industrial powerhouse. This snapshot not only immortalizes a specific moment at Park Gate Iron & Steel Co. , but also encapsulates an entire era defined by hard work, determination, and innovation. It serves as a reminder of how vital industries like steel manufacturing were to shaping our country's history. Through Michael Walters' lens, we catch a glimpse into this world where men dedicated their lives to producing high-quality metal goods that would contribute to building Britain's infrastructure.
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