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Continuous sharpening of longsaw blades, Slack Sellars & Co, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1963
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Continuous sharpening of longsaw blades, Slack Sellars & Co, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1963
Continuous sharpening of longsaw blades, Slack Sellars & Co, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1963. The blades run on a continous conveyor system as they have yet to be cut into the appropriate lengths
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Iron And Steel Industry Machine Machine Tool Machinery Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Sharpening Sheffield Slack Sellars And Co South Yorkshire Steel Steel Industry Toolmaking Walters Workshop Bandsaw Blade
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Continuous Sharpening of Longsaw Blades: A Glimpse into Sheffield's Steel Industry, 1963". This photograph takes us back to the heart of Sheffield's industrial prowess in the early 1960s. Captured by Michael Walters, it showcases the relentless activity at Slack Sellars & Co. , a prominent toolmaking company in South Yorkshire. In this bustling workshop, men diligently attend to longsaw blades that are being continuously sharpened. The blades glide effortlessly on a conveyor system, awaiting their transformation into appropriate lengths. The sheer scale of this operation is awe-inspiring as rows upon rows of these vital tools fill the frame. The image encapsulates an era when Britain was renowned for its iron and steel industry. It symbolizes the hard work and dedication of countless workers who contributed to the country's manufacturing might. Amidst towering machines and billowing smoke, these skilled craftsmen embody resilience and expertise. Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd has masterfully captured this moment frozen in time—showcasing not just a factory scene but also providing a glimpse into British history during one of its most industrious periods. This photograph serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and technological progress within an evolving world. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece, we can't help but appreciate how far our society has come since then while cherishing the legacy left behind by those who built it with their bare hands – shaping nations through steel craftsmanship.
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