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Reid's Patent Vertical Power-Loom (Interior Section), 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Reid's Patent Vertical Power-Loom (Interior Section), 1850. Creator: Unknown
Reid's Patent Vertical Power-Loom (Interior Section), 1850. The advantages aimed at by the...Loom are: enabling the weaver to attend with greater facility the weaving of four pieces at once, by two looms having two pieces each, in place of two single-pieced looms, as is the usual method; and, by the greater quantity turned out, a reduction in expense of manufacture. The vertical position is the best for viewing two pieces at once, while weaving, and gives a greater facility of taking in the broken threads of warp of the back piece, as is shewn by the Sketch - the weaver is in the act of taking in the broken thread of warp of the back piece...This Loom takes no more (perhaps less) house-room than the usual single-pieced loom'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Reid's Patent Vertical Power-Loom (Interior Section), 1850: A Revolution in Textile Manufacturing This image showcases the interior section of Reid's Patent Vertical Power-Loom, as it was featured in the Illustrated London News in 1850. The creator of this engraving remains unknown, but the innovation it portrays was a significant milestone in the textile industry during the Victorian era. The advantages of this loom were twofold: it enabled weavers to work on four pieces simultaneously, using two looms with two pieces each, instead of the traditional method of two single-pieced looms. This not only improved the weaver's productivity but also led to a reduction in manufacturing costs. The vertical positioning of the loom was particularly advantageous as it allowed the weaver to view and work on two pieces at once, enhancing efficiency and precision. Additionally, the vertical design facilitated the taking in of broken threads on the back piece, as demonstrated in the sketch. This loom, which took no more (and possibly less) space than a single-pieced loom, revolutionized the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution. It is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation that characterized the 19th century, a time when cogs and mechanisms began to replace human labor in various industries. This print, with its intricate details and engraved lines, is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the technological advancements that shaped our industrial heritage. The textile worker, once a common occupation, is now a relic of a bygone era, replaced by machines like Reid's Patent Vertical Power-Loom.
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