Assembly Line Collection (#3)

The one millionth Ford engine made at the Ford Engine Plant in Bridgend, Wales. Picture shows the engine on the assembly line

Strike action at Rover, assembly line deserted, in support of the first official one day strike against the Industrial Relations Bill, Birmingham, Monday 1st March 1971

Strike action motor Industry, Birmingham, in support of the first official one day strike against the Industrial Relations Bill, Birmingham, Monday 1st March 1971

General scenes inside the Ford motor factory in Dagenham, Essex showing cars on the production line. 24th January 1964

Workers outside the Rolls Royce factory in Derby, 4th April 1968

Tank Assembly at Longbridge plant, Birmingham, Circa 1941

Hundreds of cheering workers and wives greeted the Industry Secretary, Mr. Anthony Wedgewood-Benn, when he visited the Meriden motor cycle workers co-operative

The first of many hopes. Mr. Don Yielding as he wheels a semi-completed motor cycle on to the assembly track at Meriden. Today the workers co-operative began the first production at the factory for

The 500, 001st Land Rover rolls off the production line 7th April 1966

Rover plant director, Mr Ron Phillips (right) showing the 2.000 production line to some of the Japanese visitors, led by Mr T Matsuo (second from right), 13th March 1973

Sir George Farmer congratulating production manager Mr James Lawrence as the 750, 000th Land Rover came off the assembly line today, 1st July 1971

Jaguar Cars production Line of the XJ saloon track at Browns Lane factory, Coventry. 21st November 1975

Jaguar factory production line, Browns Lane, Coventry, during an open day. 14/08/1982

Jaguar Cars factory, Browns Lane, Coventry. The banner above the track reads: " Quality is vital to us all" 11th January 1961

The production line at Jaguar Cars, Browns Lane, Coventry, factory. 7th September 1972

The Prince and Princess of Wales during a visit to Jaguars Browns Lane, Coventry factory. 15th February 1984

Triumph motor cycles once more rolling off the assembly lines at the Norton-Villiers plant at Small Heath, Birmingham 8th April 1974

Assembling the New Automatic Telephones Ready for Distribution to Subscribers, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Engineering Wonders", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co

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Women sewing teddy bears in a factory, c. 1915 (b/w photo)

Immigrant workers on the cooker production line at the GEC, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1962. Due to a shortage of available workers for the production lines at their cooker

Cooker production line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. Artist
Cooker production line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. The final stages of cooker assembly at the GEC plant in Swinton (near Rotherham)

Refrigerators being assembled at the GEC in Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. Artist
Refrigerators being assembled at the GEC factory in Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. Later to become Morphy Richards, the company transferred production from their Birmingham plant after the Second

The cooker assembly line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. Artist
The cooker assembly line at the GEC factory, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. The final stages of cooker asembly at the GEC plant in Swinton (near Rotherham)

GEC electrical goods assembly plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1963. The end of the fridge assembly line can be seen in the foreground, where the fridges are being packed for dispatch

The final stages of cooker assembly at the GEC plant, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1960. The GEC, which was formed in 1900, first acquired a factory in Swinton, near Rotherham

Fridge assembly at the General Electric Company, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1964. Artist
Fridge assembly at the General Electric Company, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1964. Fridges roll off the end of the production line at the General Electric Co in Swinton (South Yorkshire)

Fridge assembly line at the General Electric Company, Swinton, South Yorkshire, 1964. The assembly lines at the GEC factory (later to become Morphy Richards)

FORD ASSEMBLY LINE, 1954. Three men at work on an automobile on a Ford assembly line. Photograph, 1954

Model T Ford car, front view

FORD ASSEMBLY LINE, 1913. The last stage of the Model T assembly line at the Ford automobile plant in Highland Park, Michigan. Photograph, 1913

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"Revolutionizing Industry: Diego Rivera's Assembly Line Masterpiece" Step into the world of Diego Rivera's iconic mural at The Detroit Institute of Arts, where he immortalized the American automobile industry in 1932-1933. With meticulous detail, Rivera captures the essence production that forever changed manufacturing. In the central scene, we witness Henry Ford himself alongside dedicated workers at one of his plants. Their synchronized movements and tireless efforts symbolize the birth of mass production and its impact on society, and is a testament to human ingenuity and innovation. Edsel B. Ford and William Valentiner are also featured in this masterpiece, showcasing their pivotal roles in shaping this thriving industry. Their presence reminds us that behind every successful venture lies visionary leaders who drive progress forward. As we delve deeper into this captivating artwork, we encounter elongated assembly tracks at Jaguar Cars' Browns Lane facility—a visual representation of precision and efficiency. These tracks tell a story of craftsmanship and attention to detail that has become synonymous with luxury automotive brands like Jaguar. Meanwhile, Triumph car production in Coventry spans over 50 years—an enduring legacy etched into history through countless vehicles rolling off the assembly line. This quiet culmination signifies not only technological advancements but also generations united by their love for automobiles. At Solihull's Land Rover plant, an extraordinary milestone unfolds as the millionth Land Rover emerges from the assembly line—proof that dedication to quality can withstand time's test. Each vehicle carries with it dreams fulfilled and adventures yet to come. Beyond automobiles, other industries have embraced assembly lines as well—the Novolipetsk Steel PAO steel mill showcases a slab of steel gracefully gliding down its own industrial pathway—a mesmerizing dance between man and machine creating building blocks for our modern world. Rootes Group factory workers on Rapier track demonstrate how diverse sectors harness assembly lines for various purposes—each worker contributing their unique skill set towards a common goal, and is a testament to the power of collaboration and teamwork.