Twine tester
Museum
Verdant Works
Date
c.1920s
Object Number
DUNIH 2008.91
Title

Yarn tester, Goodbrand & Co. Ltd.

Object Category
Jute/Quality Control
Object Name
Twine tester
Description

Yarn tester, made up of a brass gauge and winding handle and yarn reel mounted upon a heavy wooden base. The tester has a series of gears that are interconnected and an indicator bell at the top of the device. Used within the quality control department to ensure that all yarn was of equal strength. 

Acquisition Number
DUNIH 2008.91
Method
Donation
Location
On Display - Verdant Works (Open Collections)