Clamp Collection
"From Laboratories to Forests: The Versatile Clamp" Laboratory clamp: A vital tool in scientific experiments, the laboratory clamp securely holds glassware and equipment
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"From Laboratories to Forests: The Versatile Clamp" Laboratory clamp: A vital tool in scientific experiments, the laboratory clamp securely holds glassware and equipment, ensuring accurate measurements and safe handling. Shaping metal with a steam hammer: Witness the power of clamps as they firmly grip hot metal pieces under the mighty blows of a steam hammer, shaping them into intricate forms. Potato Clamp: Discover an unusual application of clamps in agriculture, where potato they are used to store harvested potatoes underground, protecting them from frost and preserving their freshness. Micrometer screw gauge: Precision at its finest. Clamps play a crucial role in micrometer screw gauges by tightly securing the measuring instrument for precise readings down to microscopic levels. Charcoal burners in Mark Ash Wood in the New Forest, England: Explore traditional charcoal production methods where sturdy clamps hold together wooden structures during controlled burning processes that transform wood into valuable fuel. Wheel clamp, London in the 1980s: Unveiling an infamous sight on city streets – wheel clamps immobilizing vehicles that have fallen foul of parking regulations; a reminder to park responsibly. The thumbscrew of Maria Theresa of Austria (1717-80) (litho): Delve into history as we encounter an unsettling device known as a thumbscrew - a torture instrument held tight by menacing clamps used during interrogations centuries ago. A Devout Brother of the Order of St Francis (oil on panel): In this captivating artwork, observe how delicate yet firm clasps secure religious garments worn by devoted members within monastic orders throughout history. The Martyrdom of St Agatha, 1520: Gripping scenes unfold as depicted through artistry; witness St Agatha's tormentors employing various tools including painful-looking clamps during her martyrdom for her faith. Surgical operations on limbs (engraving) (b/w photo).