Boiler Room Collection

U.S.S. New York, fire room, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, fire room, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. Massachusetts, fire room, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Massachusetts, fire room, between 1896 and 1901

Mill house, engine and boiler room, Emma Brick Works, Emma, N. C. 1902. Creator: Unknown
Mill house, engine and boiler room, Emma Brick Works, Emma, N. C. 1902

The International Exhibition: range of boilers for supplying steam to machinery in the... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: range of boilers for supplying steam to machinery in the Western Annexe, 1862....each boiler is 6ft. 6in. in diameter, and 35ft

Launching a Liner (litho)
7184085 Launching a Liner (litho) by McDowell, William John Patton (1889-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launching a Liner)

Men shoveling coal into the furnaces / boilers at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co
MNY380865 Men shoveling coal into the furnaces/boilers at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. at 23rd Street and Madison Avenue, New York

A Visit to the West Indies, the Manufacture of Sugar, III (engraving)
1053730 A Visit to the West Indies, the Manufacture of Sugar, III (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the West Indies, the Manufacture of Sugar)

Sailors from the U. S. S. Maryland inspecting the furnace on a tour of the Hotel
MNY380614 Sailors from the U.S.S. Maryland inspecting the furnace on a tour of the Hotel Commodore, 1922 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942)

Interior designs for the Napoleon housing development, 58 rue Rochechouart
CHT208483 Interior designs for the Napoleon housing development, 58 rue Rochechouart, Paris, 1849 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Three new coal-fuelled cost-saving boilers have been installed at Gulson Road Hospital, Coventry and are in the care of Mr Joseph Bryk

521, boiler room, black & white, factory, historical, generator, industry, machine
521, boiler room, black & white, factory, historical, generator, indus, Vintage Black & White, 86539217

521, antique, black & white, boiler room, engine room, factory, generator, historical
521, antique, black & white, boiler room, engine room, factory, genera, Vintage Black & White, 86539221

521, adult, antique, black & white, boiler room, caucasian, engine room, factory
521, adult, antique, black & white, boiler room, caucasian, engine roo, Vintage Black & White, 86539213

A warships boiler room, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War 1914-1918, seventh edition

Solar thermal heating system. The three pumps at upper centre (with red and blue dials) are examples of a modern heating and solar thermal system

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"Unleashing the Power: Exploring the Historic Boiler Rooms of Industry" Step into history as we embark on a journey through the captivating world of boiler rooms. From launching majestic liners to powering factories, these remarkable spaces have played an integral role in shaping our industrial past. In one frame, witness men diligently shoveling coal into furnaces at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co, their sweat and determination fuelling progress. Another engraving takes us to the West Indies, where sugar manufacturing thrives with machinery humming in harmony within a bustling boiler room. Even sailors from the U. S. S. Maryland couldn't resist exploring this domain during their tour of a grand hotel; inspecting its furnace with awe-struck eyes. Meanwhile, interior designs for Napoleon housing development showcase how even these utilitarian spaces can be transformed into works of art. The black and white photographs transport us further back in time – antique engines roaring to life within factory walls that echo with historical significance. These generator-laden sanctuaries were once manned by dedicated adults who tirelessly ensured smooth operations. Amidst war-torn landscapes during World War I, brave souls navigated treacherous boiler rooms aboard warships - their unwavering commitment keeping battleships afloat amidst chaos. And closer to home, Gulson Road Hospital embraces cost-saving measures by installing three new coal-fuelled boilers - preserving both tradition and efficiency. Yet not all boiler rooms rely on traditional means; enterprising minds harness solar thermal heating systems as they embrace sustainable solutions for future generations. These glimpses into the heart of industry remind us that behind every machine lies human ingenuity and resilience. The boiler room stands as a testament to mankind's ability to tame fire and transform it into progress – an enduring symbol of power and innovation throughout history.