Excerpt from Coal Handling Machinery: This Volume Contains the Principal Parts of Our Catalogue on Automatic Railways, Coal Elevators, Steam Shovels, Cable Railways, Hoisting Engines, Coal Tubs, Wheel Barrows, Coal Screens, Rope Blocks
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating evolution of coal handling machinery, tracing its journey from the backbreaking manual labor of the past to the sophisticated, automated systems of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author meticulously details the technological advancements that revolutionized the industry, highlighting key inventions like the Hunt Automatic Railway, the steam shovel, and the gravity-operated elevator. Through vivid descriptions and captivating illustrations, the book showcases the ingenuity and engineering prowess behind these machines. It explores the economic and social impact of this technological shift, emphasizing the increased efficiency, reduced labor costs, and improved working conditions for those employed in the coal industry. More than just a technical manual, this book offers a compelling narrative of human innovation and adaptation. It demonstrates how the industry responded to the growing demand for coal, embracing new technologies to optimize the process of extraction, transportation, and distribution. The author's insights into the evolution of coal handling machinery provide a valuable historical perspective on an industry that played a pivotal role in shaping modern industrial society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282901554_0
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