The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “Manufacture of operating tables and sterilizing apparatus – see story. (Pictures taken at Allen & Hanbury Ltd’s works at Bethnal Green, London). Photo shows:- Electric arc-welding stainless steel water sterilizers.”
Allen and Hanburys Ltd was established in 1715 and was soon a respected establishment in the field of pharmaceutical. In the second half of the 19th century, large scale developments took place and factories in Ware, Hertfordshire and at Bethnal Green were established. The factory at Bethnal Green opened in 1874 and it was here that the administrative tasks and scientific research of the firm was undertaken, along with the manufacturing of operating tables and a wide array of surgical instruments. See also MED01/01/0315-0317 and MED01/01/0319-0321, and MED01/02/0012. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series of prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Topical Press Agency Limited
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Factory, Industrial Heritage, People At Work
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