Kettle for making wax dyes.

Kettle for making wax dyes.

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Kettle for making wax dyes.

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Category:
Industrial Chemistry
Object Number:
1980-838
Materials:
copper (metal), cast iron and steel (metal)
Measurements:
overall: 620 mm x 700 mm x 380 mm,
type:
kettle
credit:
ICI Ltd. (Organics Division)

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