Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Monday, September 13, 2010
Football Thoughts
A take on all matters football related. Insightful (hopefully) and fun look at the football world.
jiebotec
We now offer a full range of Cordless LED Head Torches from Jiebotec.
We are also seeking Atex approval for the range.
We are also seeking Atex approval for the range.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Spares for Miners Lamps
We are increasing the range of lamp spares on our web site.
You can now buy washers,wicks and other items seperately as well as our service packs.
Over the coming months we will be adding badges and other older spares. We will also be listing some old lamp glasses.
You can now buy washers,wicks and other items seperately as well as our service packs.
Over the coming months we will be adding badges and other older spares. We will also be listing some old lamp glasses.
Thursday, July 09, 2009
Garforth Flame Cap Instructions
We have now included the original Garforth Sampling Instructions on our GR6S Lamp Page.
These were originally produced by Her Majesty's Inspector of Mines and the NCB in 1967
These were originally produced by Her Majesty's Inspector of Mines and the NCB in 1967
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Friday, May 01, 2009
Half Size or Minature Mners Lamp
Katie,
Its a half size also known as a minature non working lamp we used to make for presentations.
Regards David
katie elliott wrote: hi there i was hoping you could help me i have a protector lamp it was my grandads and i was hoping you could tell me a little bit more about it please? i know nothing except i think they were miners lamps. dont know value or much else really hope you can help
many thanks
katie
GR6S, GR6, TYPE 6 and Torch Relay Lamp
Hi Robert,
the GR6S is a development of the GR6 and Type 6, it has a stainless steel outer wick tube.
the GR6S is the current gas testing lamp for uk coal mines, the lamp is a flame trap ie you cannot put a flame in ( other than via the internal relighter) or take one out.
the lamps with a bung in the glass are a modified GR6S used for the Olympic and other Torch Relays. This enables the continuity of the flame to be maintained but allowing it to be carried safely on board aircraft.
regards david
robert smith wrote:
the GR6S is a development of the GR6 and Type 6, it has a stainless steel outer wick tube.
the GR6S is the current gas testing lamp for uk coal mines, the lamp is a flame trap ie you cannot put a flame in ( other than via the internal relighter) or take one out.
the lamps with a bung in the glass are a modified GR6S used for the Olympic and other Torch Relays. This enables the continuity of the flame to be maintained but allowing it to be carried safely on board aircraft.
regards david
robert smith wrote:
hello there,just been admiring your protector lamps on your web site,can you tell me what the differences are between the gr6s and the gr6,i can see from the pictures the gr6s has the flint striker,am i right in thinking the gr6 is lit via the hole in the glass then sealed with plug.many thanks mr paul smith
Asbestos Washers in Miners Lamps
Hi Jon,
with great care!
pre mid 1970's lamps had white asbestos. You certainly should use a mask, and better still dismantle and remove them in a clear plastic bag you can seal and dispose of later.
From the 70's we used asbestos compound which is relatively safe as it does not break up and crumble.
These are a browny orange colour and are unmistakable from the earlier ones.
From around 2001 we used kevlar based washers.
Any more questions let me know.
Regards David
John Howell wrote:
with great care!
pre mid 1970's lamps had white asbestos. You certainly should use a mask, and better still dismantle and remove them in a clear plastic bag you can seal and dispose of later.
From the 70's we used asbestos compound which is relatively safe as it does not break up and crumble.
These are a browny orange colour and are unmistakable from the earlier ones.
From around 2001 we used kevlar based washers.
Any more questions let me know.
Regards David
John Howell wrote:
How do replace the seals at top and bottom of glass chimney?
Friday, February 27, 2009
GR6S Parts Drawing
THE PARTS DRAWING IS NOW BEING MADE INTERACTIVE WITH LINKS TO PHOTOGRAPHS OF EACH PART
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
We have added an exploded parts drawing for the GR6S
Want to know what goes where on your Garforth GR6S Deputies Flame Safety Lamp. Then look at the drawing on our web site
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Apedale Heritage Centre, mine tour and museum
This special attraction was created at the site of Staffordshire's Apedale Mine and is run by a team of dedicated volunteers. Along with the underground mine experience, we have an interesting and informative Museum, and a welcoming café and gift shop.
The centre is set in the unique landscape of Apedale Country Park. The site is also home to the Moseley Railway Trust's collection of narrow gauge industrial locomotives.
We are open every day from 10:30am to 4:00pm, although mine tours are only run at the weekend and Bank Holidays.