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Proctor's Mechanical Stokers - Hammerton Street Iron Works - Burnley

The Proctor mechanical stoker below the coal hoppers on the front of a Lancashire Boiler at Bancroft Mill, Barnoldswick (see LAN00012). The motor and adjustable speed controller unit is seen on the left. The exposed moving fire-bars are visible under the right hand side coal hopper.

Date 02 November 2020

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