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Filename: jlp01_09_851556a.jpg
Size: 5208 x 5300 (4.6MB)
Date: 17th March 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Joh
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Source: Historic England Archive
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Delivery JLP01_09_851556a
St Georges Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, Wandsworth, Greater London. A lorry delivering light weight aggregate to the St James Wing construction site at St Georges Hospital, Tooting.
Lytag was a light weight aggregate manufactured from pulverised fuel ash from power stations and used in concrete building materials. Lytag Ltd developed the product in 1961 and was a subsidiary of John Laing Ltd until 1982 when it was bought by Pozzolanic Ltd. Pozzolanic Ltd was in turn acquired by the BORAL Group, as shown by the trucks livery
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Media ID 24561557
© Historic England Archive
1980s Construction Health And Welfare Healthcare Hospital Lorry Road Transport Truck
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in the bustling construction site of St Georges Hospital in Tooting, Greater London. The image showcases a lorry delivering light weight aggregate to the St James Wing, showcasing the continuous growth and development of this healthcare facility during the 1980s. The significance of this delivery lies in the innovative use of Lytag, a revolutionary light weight aggregate manufactured from pulverised fuel ash obtained from power stations. Developed by Lytag Ltd in 1961, this product became an integral component for concrete building materials due to its unique properties. In 1982, Pozzolanic Ltd acquired Lytag Ltd from its previous owner John Laing Ltd before being further acquired by BORAL Group. The truck's vibrant livery proudly displays its affiliation with Pozzolanic Ltd and serves as a testament to their involvement in supplying essential materials for such crucial projects like St Georges Hospital expansion. This photograph not only highlights the advancements made within the construction industry but also emphasizes how infrastructure plays a vital role in ensuring quality healthcare services are provided to communities. It is through these remarkable developments that we witness progress and innovation shaping our society's future while preserving our historical heritage.
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