Extinguisher

Object detail

Accession number

F857.2002

Maker

Shanks and Company Private Limited

Description

Conical type fire extinguisher with carry handle and plunger. Made of copper. Maker's plate on side.

Brief History

Fire extinguishers are vessels containing water or a chemical which is expelled by pressure or generated by a chemical reaction. This example is made by Shanks and Company, and is a hand-operated extinguisher.

Marks

SHANKS & CO LTD / QUENCHEE [...] Maker's Plate

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Metal/Copper

Credit Line

Shanks and Company Private Limited. Extinguisher, F857.2002. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Device, Fire Protection Extinguisher, Fire Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Regulative & Protective T&E Protective Devices

Production place

Melbourne Victoria Australia

Collection type

Fire and Emergency Services Road Transport Transport

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