snap flask

Maker
Merchiston Foundry Ltd
Description
Snap moulding used in the production of iron castings.After the mould was made, the snap flask was removed to leave the sand free standing, a metal weight was placed on top and the job was cast. The idea was that the flask could be used for the next mould. They were generally used in the mass production of small castings in green sand.
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Maker
Production place
Merchiston Foundry Ltd/Bainsford/Falkirk area
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Associated place
Merchiston Foundry/Smith St/Bainsford/Falkirk area
Measurement type, part and reading
Dimensions:0 - Whole:H 16.2cm (H 6 3/8")
Dimensions:0 - Whole:W 5.9cm (W 2 5/16")
Dimensions:0 - Whole:D 32.2cm (D 1' 11/16")
Accession number
1985-091-012

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