Testing Large Turbines, Westinghouse Co. Works (1904 Original Black & White Film)

Dive into the industrial past with this captivating black and white film from 1904, offering a glimpse into the meticulous maintenance and testing of machinery. On the left side of the screen, a small group of men carefully lift the top off what seems to be a turbine using a crane, inspecting and tightening various parts with wrenches. Meanwhile, on the right side, another group of men can be seen testing the workings of a similar turbine. Experience the precision and craftsmanship of early 20th-century industrial practices in action.

Source :
Bitzer, G. W., American Mutoscope And Biograph Company & Paper Print Collection. (1904) Testing large turbines, Westinghouse Co. works. United States: American Mutoscope and Biograph Company. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/96522020