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Workshop for engine test of machinery by Lawrence Hathaway
Workshop for engine test of machinery by Lawrence Hathaway, Member of IMechE, at his Trinity Pumps Company, Gobowen. The company produced floating pumps which were first used in fire engines and then cars. Pentre Wern Works, Coventry Climax Engines (L Hathaway Ltd). Date: circa 1945
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© The Institution of Mechanical En
1945 Climax Coventry Energy Engines Floating Gobowen Hathaway Imeche Lawrence Machinery Member Pentre Power Produced Pumps Test Trinity Wern Workshop
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of innovation and engineering ingenuity during the mid-20th century. Taken at the Trinity Pumps Company in Gobowen, this Workshop for engine test of machinery was the brainchild of Lawrence Hathaway, a Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). The company, a subsidiary of Coventry Climax Engines (L Hathaway Ltd) based in Coventry, was renowned for its production of floating pumps. The image showcases the meticulous process of engine testing, with Hathaway himself overseeing the proceedings. The machinery, a testament to the industrial prowess of the time, is filled with an air of anticipation and excitement. The pumps, which were initially used in fire engines, later found their place in cars, revolutionizing the automotive industry. The Pentre Wern Works in Gobowen was the hub of this groundbreaking work. The energy and power generated in this workshop were instrumental in powering the future, as these floating pumps paved the way for advancements in various industries. The date of this photograph is estimated to be circa 1945, making it a significant historical record of a pivotal moment in engineering history. The photograph not only encapsulates the spirit of invention and progress but also pays homage to the individuals, like Lawrence Hathaway, who dared to challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of engineering technology.
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