Scour valve mould

Historical information

The moulds were used to make casting moulds to manufacture spare parts for the high pressure valves in the main pipeline for the Otway Water Supply System. Used in conjunction with valve stem mould, Wf mould and high pressure scour valve mould (casting) water mains. It is unknown whether these moulds are originals from the 1930's or later copies.

Significance

Used in the manufacture of spare parts for the Otway Water Supply pipeline

Physical description

Wooden casting moulds

Inscriptions & markings

3" SCOUR VALVE

Subjects

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