Zinram Collection (#4)

Factory technician at the control desk
A factory technician sits at the control desk for a variety of electronic systems in use at a factory. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

An advertisement for ICT
A wonderful advertising picture taken for International Computers and Tabulators, showing their office building and lines of light left by the passing traffic. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Pickfords Removers and Storers - Highgate
A removal van pulls up in front of a row of houses in Highgate Village, London. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Car Manufacturing - Complex hydraulic press
A complex hydraulic press is used to shape a piece of metal against a mould, possibly for a car. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Shaping a car bonnet in a factory
A factory worker shapes the bonnet of a large goods vehicle in a factory. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Computer Systems - Tape Storage
Three men examine a tape storgae device for a large industrial computer system. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

A plan for the redevelopment of Paternoster Square
An architectural model of a plan for the redevelopment of Paternoster Square, alongside St. Pauls Cathedral. Architect - Sir W Halford. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

A Ryder disc brake pad machine in action in a car factory. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Naval officer checks the radar
A naval officer uses his arms to shield the screen while he checks the radar. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Industrial metalworking
A factory worker uses a piece of precision shaping machinery to cut and level a thick metal block. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Welding an aluminium roof - Liquid Methane tank
A welder seam welds the aluminium roof of a large domed liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Clearing Bristol Sewers
Three workers use spades and a pneumatic drill to clear/expand the tunnel space in Bristols underground sewerage system. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

The Monarch 120 Call Connect System
A secretary or receptionist uses a new electronic post office telecommunications device/switchboard unit. A promotional photograph for the Monarch 120 Call Connect System

Manufacturing a train wheel
A heavy welding machine used to combine layers of metal to make a large train wheel. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Cocoa beans being lifted from a canal barge
Two workers lift Gold Coast cocoa beans from a low canal barge. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

A Kimball Punched Card Machine
The punched cards manufactured by a Kimball machine were attached to merchandise and were used to provide machine-readable sales data. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

The captain checks the dials
A ships captain and two of his crew check a number of dials. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Two Men at Work
Two men working at a telephone switchboard desk in a factory. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Molten metal is poured in to a mould
Two factory workers pour molten metal into a small mould. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Rail butt welding - the sparks fly
A fantastic photograph showing the sparks flying up during the butt welding of railway rails. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Assembling an undercarriage
A factory worker assembling the main section of a car undercarriage. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Customs official tests imported wine
A customs official tests wine from an imported barrel of wine. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

A technician works on a wiring system
An electrical technician works on a wiring system, possibly for an early computer or at an exchange. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

A batsman exhibitis four different shots
A combination action photograph of a batsman, in full cricket kit, plays four different shots, from the classic forward defensive shot (left) through to a cover drive (right)

Two engineers using a measurement device
Two engineers use a precise measuring device to correctly ascertain the width of a circular metal ring. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Train Storage Yard
A good example of perspective in a large train storage yard. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Welder using an Oxyacetylene Torch
A welder wearing protective clothing and mask welds metal uses an oxyacetylene torch as he works on the shell of a metal vehicle enclosure or train carriage section. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Paper is placed in the printing press
A printer at a print works removes a large printed page from the printing press. The sheet depicts food items, possibly for a recipe book or calendar. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Seam welding aluminium plate
Two welders seam weld aluminium metal plates onto the curved framework of a large domed liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram Date: 1966

Assembly of a Multi-cogged Machine
An engineer fits a cog to a piece of geared machinery, possibly an engine or heavy duty gearbox. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Undercarriage of a train
The bootm of a train carriage viewed from the bottom of a pit in a railway shed, cut out of the floor to allow engineers to access the undercarriage for repairs and adjustments

Locomotive construction in a large railway shed
A steam locomotive is moved across a large shed by means of a large crane arm with pulleys and chains. The lower section of the photograph shows a more complete locomotive

Installation of the roof for a liquid methane tank
Two welders, standing on a scaffold, use spanners to tighten the nuts securing sections of the centrepoint of a large domed roof for an aluminium liquid methane tank at Canvey Island

Model of a computer room layout
A planned layout of a computer room, including terminals and long banks of tape storage devices.Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Lowering a large railway shaft
A large central rotational shaft is lowered into position by a team of railway engineers. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

The Postal Team at a regional depot
Royal Mail employees, from the directors to postmen, pose for a group photograph at a regional post depot, alongside a post box and a fleet of postal vans. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Retouching Paintings
An artist re-touching illustrations as part of the final process at a printing works. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Print Works - The Cutting Machine
A worker at a printing works places a large stack of printed sheets into a cutting machine. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Seam welding under arc lighting
A stunning composition photograph of two welders seam welding the domed aluminium roof of a liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Regional Railway Carriage Interior
The interior of a regional railway carriage with most of the seats in use in summer. The style of the train interior and the passengers clothing is typical of this period in post-war Britain

Building the framework for a domed roof
A welder seam welds aluminium plate whilst sitting on the edge of a centre section of a domed roof, built to cover a liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Sand-filled mould - Metalworking
A factory worker slides a sand-filled mould into position beneath an industrial molten-metal dispensing machine. The man has a tattoo on his forearm which reads True = Love and Mam = Dad

Weighing Scales in Use
A person stands on weighing scales with their loafers placed to the side. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Underground Pipes
A worker turns a valve, while standing next to two pipes, possibly containing water or gas. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Couple are Interviewed on a Train
An interviewer holds up a microphone to ask a jolly middle aged couple a few questions on a train journey. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Rack and Pinion Railway
A Blenkinsop rack rail and spur. Rack and pinion is a pair of gears which convert rotational motion into linear motion. The circular pinion engages teeth on a flat bar - the rack

Building the roof of a liquid methane tank
Two welders work on the domed aluminium roof of a large liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Assembling a Sign
A female factory worker assembles a sign as part of a production line for COTY Beauty House. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

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Zinram, a name that echoes through time, represents the epitome of craftsmanship and innovation. From building diesel locomotives in Swindon to captivating audiences at the Metropolitan Music Hall on Edgware Road, Zinram's legacy is etched into the fabric of history. In Preston Docks, Lancashire, Zinram's expertise soared as they meticulously crafted oil tankers for the Manchester Oil Refinery. The rhythmic symphony of shaping metal with a steam hammer echoed through their workshops, showcasing their mastery over materials. But Zinram's influence extended beyond industrial marvels; they were an integral part of everyday life. Step into a 1950s family living room adorned with cherished memories and you'll find a Typesetter hard at work, ensuring words came to life in print. The dedication of maintenance workers greasing pivots and slides ensured smooth operations across various industries. Draughtsmen meticulously sketched intricate designs that would shape our world forever, not just about technical prowess but also artistic expression. Their certificate from the Royal Photographic Society stands as a testament to their creative vision captured through lenses. Yet amidst all these accomplishments lies an enigmatic symbol - the Dead Man's Handle - reminding us of the importance placed on safety throughout Zinram's endeavors. It served as a constant reminder that progress should never come at the cost of human lives. And finally, we glimpse into tomorrow with a promotional photograph for IBM 1410 where Zinram once again embraced cutting-edge technology to pave new paths towards advancement. Zinram may no longer be present today as it once was, but its spirit lives on in every corner touched by its ingenuity and unwavering commitment to excellence.