Crown Wheel and pinion

Scope and Content

The Crown Wheel and pinion mounted on the upright shaft is the main power take-off for driving auxiliary machinery and the sack hoist - the sack hoist belt can be seen. A mechanism allows the pinion to be lifted to disengage the gears and stop all machinery.

Access Information

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Location of Originals

FUW digital archive

Additional Information

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