Company timeline: 1910s
First extrusion press, heavy oil engine and a fire at the works!
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Date | Event | Significance | Source |
1912 | Introduction of the first patent heavy oil engine. | Product news | D5926/1 (Centenary Book) |
1913 | Fire destroys buildings at Fielding & Platt. Damage estimated at £4,000 to general stores. | Company news | D8489 Photos 29 & 30 |
1916 | First extrusion press (600 tons force) for extruding brass rod. | Product news | D5926/1 (Centenary Book) |
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