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The new production line at the Philco Radio & Television Corporation factory in Perivale
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The new production line at the Philco Radio & Television Corporation factory in Perivale
The new production line at the Philco Radio & Television Corporation factory in Perivale, London, where women on the production line are putting the finishing touches to a batch of the new Philco Peoples Radio. The company designed the wireless set for the mass market by keeping manufacturing cost down by using moulded Bakelite for the cabinet. Bakelite was a plastic formed when phenol formaldehyde was combined with a wood flour filler. Its trade name Bakelite was derived from the name of its inventor, Leo Baekeland. 31st August 1936
Edward Malindine
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21857090
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1936 Communications Ealing Factory Industry And Work Production Line Radio Teamwork Thirties Women Only Workers Consumer Goods Electrical Goods
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The Philco Radio & Television Corporation factory in Perivale, London, buzzes with activity as women on the production line meticulously add the final touches to a batch of the revolutionary Philco Peoples Radio. This print captures a pivotal moment in history when radio sets were designed for the mass market. In their quest to make these wireless wonders affordable for all, Philco employed an ingenious cost-saving technique by utilizing moulded Bakelite for the cabinet. Bakelite, a groundbreaking plastic material created by Leo Baekeland, combined phenol formaldehyde with wood flour filler. Its durability and versatility made it ideal for shaping into sleek radio cabinets that would grace countless homes across Britain. The image showcases not only the cutting-edge technology but also highlights the remarkable teamwork and dedication of these skilled women workers. Their synchronized efforts along this bustling production line demonstrate their crucial role in bringing this innovative product to life. This snapshot from August 31st, 1936 transports us back to an era where Ealing's industrial landscape thrived with electrical goods manufacturing. It serves as a testament to both British ingenuity and female empowerment within the workforce during this transformative period. Edward Malindine's masterful composition immortalizes this significant milestone in communications history while paying tribute to those who played an essential part in making it possible.
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