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Sugar refinery control desk JLP01_10_12829
Newark Sugar Factory, Great North Road, Muskham, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, Nottinghamshire. A team of staff working in a control room at Newark Sugar Factory.
During the 1970s Laing built a factory extension at the Newark Sugar Factory and three sugar silos and appear to have subsequently carried out work here into the 1980s. This photograph is part of a batch taken to show parts of the factory designed by John Laing Design Associates, designers of sugar silos at various sites run by the British Sugar Corporation. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
Media ID 24091501
Filename: jlp01_10_12829.jpg
Size: 6784 x 5353 (5.7MB)
Date: 19th November 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1980s People Technology Work Computers Control Desk Control Panel Sugar Refinery
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This print captures a moment in time at the Sugar Refinery Control Desk of the Newark Sugar Factory in Nottinghamshire. The image showcases a dedicated team of staff working diligently in the control room, surrounded by advanced technology and computers that were cutting-edge for the 1980s. During this era, Laing Construction undertook an expansion project at the factory, adding three sugar silos to enhance production capabilities. This photograph is part of a series documenting the remarkable work carried out by John Laing Design Associates, who were renowned for their expertise in designing sugar silos across various British Sugar Corporation sites. The composition exudes an atmosphere of focus and precision as each member of the team operates their respective control panels. Their collective efforts ensure smooth operations within this bustling hub of activity. The intricate machinery and sophisticated equipment serve as testaments to technological advancements during this period. Preserved within Historic England's archive, this print not only offers a glimpse into the inner workings of a significant industrial site but also pays homage to the skilled individuals who played pivotal roles behind-the-scenes. It serves as a reminder of how human ingenuity combined with evolving technology can shape industries and drive progress forward.
