Shear and Tilt Hammers at Fitzalan Steel Works, Sheffield, Y
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Shear and Tilt Hammers at Fitzalan Steel Works, Sheffield, Y
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This striking photograph captures the raw power and energy of the Shear and Tilt Hammers at work in the Fitzalan Steel Works in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England. The image, taken in the early 20th century, showcases the intricate dance between the men operating the machinery and the molten metal as it is shaped and molded. The Shear Hammer, located on the left side of the photograph, is used to cut and shape the metal into smaller pieces. The massive hammer swings down with great force, shearing through the metal with precision and ease. The men, dressed in protective clothing and hats, stand ready to feed the metal into the machine, their faces focused and determined. To the right of the image, the Tilt Hammer is hard at work. This hammer, with its massive, pendulum-like motion, is used to shape and form the metal. The men, using long rods, guide the metal as it is hammered and shaped, creating the desired form. The sparks fly as the metal is struck, illuminating the dark workshop with a brilliant glow. The Fitzalan Steel Works in Sheffield were renowned for their production of high-quality steel, and the Shear and Tilt Hammers were a crucial part of that process. The image provides a glimpse into the physical demands and the intense labor required to create the metal products that were in high demand during this period. The photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the workers, as well as the power and might of the machinery itself.
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