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Steel production: a forge with bellows to produce draught, 1556
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Steel production: a forge with bellows to produce draught, 1556
Steel production: a forge with bellows to produce draught, 1556. In the foreground bars are being hammered with a mechanical hammer. The power source (probably water) is out of the picture on the left, but tappets on a revolving barrel would raise the hammer for the next blow as they engaged with a trip mechanism. After hammering the bars are being slaked in water. From De re metallica by Georgius Agricola. (Basel, 1556)
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This print takes us back to the year 1556, providing a glimpse into the world of steel production during that time. In the foreground, we witness the intense process of forging bars with a mechanical hammer in a bustling forge. The power source, likely water-driven, remains hidden on the left side of the picture while tappets on a revolving barrel control the hammer's movements. The scene showcases an ingenious mechanization concept as these tappets engage with a trip mechanism to raise the hammer for its next blow. After each bar is hammered meticulously, they are then quenched in water to cool them down. This woodcut image comes from "De re metallica" an influential book by Georgius Agricola published in Basel. This historic snapshot not only highlights Germany's rich industrial heritage but also underscores how technology and machinery played crucial roles even centuries ago. It serves as a reminder of human ingenuity and our constant quest for progress through innovation. The workers depicted here exemplify dedication and skill as they contribute to this intricate steel-making process within their factory setting. Their hard work symbolizes both individual craftsmanship and collective efforts towards advancing metal industry practices during the 16th century. Overall, this remarkable print captures an important moment in history when trade, manufacturing, and technological advancements converged to shape one of humanity's most essential industries: steel production
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