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Boiler explosion caused by corrosion
Boiler explosion caused by corrosion from report by Robert Longridge. CE. Boiler Insurance & Steam Power Co. Ltd. Manchester. c.19th C Date: 19th century
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Boiler C19th Caused Corrosion Explosion Insurance Manchester Power Report Longridge
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Experience the power and peril of the industrial age with our captivating poster print from Media Storehouse. This striking image, sourced from Robert Longridge's report for the Boiler Insurance & Steam Power Co. Ltd. in Manchester during the 19th century, depicts the devastating consequences of corrosion in a boiler system. Witness the raw energy and the destructive force it can unleash. Add this historical and thought-provoking piece to your decor and ignite conversations about the past, safety, and innovation. Get your Media Storehouse Boiler Explosion poster print today."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 35.8cm (23.4" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures the aftermath of a devastating boiler explosion caused by corrosion, as documented in a report by Robert Longridge during the 19th century. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer for the CE Boiler Insurance & Steam Power Co. Ltd. in Manchester, England, offers a chilling glimpse into the dangers of neglecting the maintenance of industrial steam boilers. The photograph shows the remnants of the boiler, its metal frame twisted and warped beyond recognition, with debris scattered haphazardly around the explosion site. The explosion, likely caused by the thinning and eventual rupture of the boiler's walls due to corrosion, would have had catastrophic consequences for those in the vicinity. The CE Boiler Insurance & Steam Power Co. Ltd., a company that specialized in providing insurance and consulting services for steam power plants, would have been all too familiar with the risks associated with boiler explosions. Their reports, such as the one by Robert Longridge, served to raise awareness of the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to prevent such incidents. The 19th century was a time of rapid industrialization, and the demand for steam power was at an all-time high. However, the rush to meet production targets often led to corners being cut when it came to boiler maintenance. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of such negligence, and the importance of prioritizing safety over efficiency.
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