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Weighing Barge Load
Calculating the weight of a barge load by displacement of water, on the Grand Union Canal, England. Barges are paid according to weight of freight being carried. Date: 1950s
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Barge Barges Calculating Canal Canals Carried Displacement Freight Inspection Inspector Load Paid Weighing Weight
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1. Title: Weighing the Barge Load: A Historical Process on the Grand Union Canal, England (1950s) 2.. This evocative photograph captures the intricate process of weighing a barge load on the Grand Union Canal in England during the 1950s. The image showcases the traditional method of calculating the weight of a barge's cargo through the displacement of water. The barge, filled with various goods, is moored near a weighbridge, an essential component of the canal transport system. The inspector, dressed in a coat and hat, carefully observes the water level as it rises in the adjacent chamber. As the water from the barge flows into the chamber, the level increases, and the inspector records the difference in water levels between the barge and the chamber. This difference in water levels is directly proportional to the weight of the cargo being transported. Barges were an essential means of transportation in Britain during the 1950s, and their weight was a crucial factor in determining the cost of transport. The accuracy of the weighing process was vital to ensure fair payment for the barge owners and to maintain the integrity of the canal system. This historical photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the intricacies of the canal transport system and the importance of precision and accuracy in the weighing process. The Grand Union Canal, which stretches from London to Birmingham, played a significant role in the industrial revolution and the transportation of goods across Britain. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history and the ingenuity of the canal transport system, which continues to captivate and inspire generations.
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