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Framed Print : Wrapping and sealing JLP01_08_076816
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Wrapping and sealing JLP01_08_076816
NORFOLK. A team of workers wrapping and sealing the end of a steel pipe on the Fens gas pipeline.
Work on laying the Fens gas pipeline started in June 1967 and was a joint venture between Laing Civil Engineering and French companies Entrepose and Grands Travaux de Marseille (GTM) for the Gas Council. Over 600 men worked on the project to lay 36 inch diameter steel pipes starting at West Winch in Norfolk and running to where it linked up with the next contract at Woodcroft Castle in Cambridgeshire. The pipeline crossed four rivers and numerous dykes and ditches
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Media ID 24091205
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Engineering Gas Supply North Sea Gas People Pipeline Work
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, featuring the captivating image "Wrapping and Sealing JLP01_08_076816" by Historic England Archive. This evocative photograph captures a team of workers meticulously wrapping and sealing the end of a steel pipe during the construction of the Fens gas pipeline in 1967. The black and white image transports you back in time, offering a unique glimpse into history. Each print is expertly framed in a contemporary style, enhancing the timeless appeal of this iconic image. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the construction of the Fens gas pipeline. A dedicated team of workers can be seen diligently wrapping and sealing the end of a steel pipe, showcasing their expertise and commitment to this monumental engineering project. The Fens gas pipeline, initiated in June 1967, was a remarkable joint venture between Laing Civil Engineering and French companies Entrepose and Grands Travaux de Marseille (GTM), commissioned by the Gas Council. The scale of this undertaking is truly awe-inspiring, with over 600 men working tirelessly to lay 36-inch diameter steel pipes along its route. Starting at West Winch in Norfolk, this vital infrastructure extended all the way to Woodcroft Castle in Cambridgeshire, connecting communities along its path. As depicted in this image, these skilled workers faced numerous challenges as they crossed four rivers and navigated countless dykes and ditches during their arduous journey. This photograph not only showcases the sheer magnitude of this engineering feat but also pays tribute to those who dedicated their time and effort to make it possible. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity, teamwork, and determination that shaped our modern gas supply system. Preserved within Historic England's archive collection, this print offers us a glimpse into an era when progress was marked by hands-on labor rather than automated machinery. Let it remind us of our predecessors' unwavering spirit as we continue building upon their legacy for generations to come.
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