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A 'Walker' large steam air compressor at Westhorpe Colliery, Killamarsh
Image Reference:
DCHQ002275
Artist/Photographer:
Green, H V
Collection:
Derbyshire
ImageDate:
1960's
LibraryRef:
Local Studies HQ - Matlock
Image Date:
1960's
Measurements:
8.4 x 12.5 cm
Location:
Derbyshire
Keywords:
engine
Steam
machinery
colliery
pump
interior
coal
mining
mine
industry
pipes
compressor
Killamarsh
Green, H V
Library Reference:
Local Studies HQ - Matlock
Library:
Local Studies HQ - Matlock
Description:
This air compressor supplied compressed air to power pneumatic drills, air driven coal cutters etc, which were used to dig out coal underground.
Themes
:
Mining
Usage:
Personal
Educational
Commercial
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