PHOTOGRAPH: METTERS' WORKER POURING METAL
c. 1950The photograph shows a Metters' foundry worker at the wheel of metal receiver. The molten metal runs into the receiver from a cupola. The wheel lifts and tilts the receiver to enable the metal to be poured into a large ladle. The worker is wearing a hat and also dark glasses possibly to protect his eyes.
One of a number of photographs relating to Metters' Ltd activities.
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Illustrations Pty Ltd, 664A Murray Street, Perth
Business, industry and manufacturing history. Metters' products.
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