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BW175/4/6/13
"[Drawing showing] Economy of "The Bantam" system. British Patent No 646.463 + Further"
Description
Drawings show lengths of canal comparing traditional and "Bantam" systems of moving barges. Table gives comparrisons between 'craft required', 'number of barges on the move at any one time', 'approximate capital expenditure on tug power', 'number of men required'. and 'cost in man-hours'. E. C. Jones and Son Ltd., Brentside Wharf, Brentford, Middlesex.
Date
January 1951
Reference code
BW175/4/6/13
Access Status
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Extent & medium
1 Sheet