The Swan Neck Crane at Irvines Quay, Middleton Shipyard. Detail of gearing. The shaft rod running from top to bottom of the picture probably operates a type of clutch to engage or disengage the gear wheels.
Donor : Hartlepool Museum Service
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This section contains various general images and information relating to Hartlepool Docks. For a more detailed history of Hartlepool Docks see Note History of the Docks at Hartlepool.
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