Floating Roof Invention Cuts Petrol Evaporation Losses
A Chicago Bridge and Iron Works fitter devised a floating roof for petrol storage tanks to eliminate evaporation losses. The hollow, sealed steel roof rises 24 inches above the liquid, with a buoyant foot and spring loaded sealing system. The design enables fireproof operation and is installed at Victoria, Australia plants, including Vacuum Oil Company bulk tanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Vacuum of Company Pty. Ltd
Yarraville
Victoria
Foumtte
Best Method of Carrying Spare Oil
A touring driver carries a spare oil tin on the running board or in the car back. A neat under bonnet placement against the dash avoids damage, secured by brackets. One owner added a brass tap in the spare tin and connected a copper tube to the filler pipe to top up the sump when needed.
A Hint for Lady Drivers
A suggestion to protect women drivers backs from heel wear by attaching a velveteen square to the shoe mat. The mat patch, about 10 by 4 inches, is secured with tapes to loops sewn on the mat, reducing damage and improving driving comfort.
Night cycling risk as rear reflectors spark scrutiny
Many cyclists ride at night to meet rules on rear reflectors while drivers and pedestrians adjust to new markings. Traffic reports note slow braking by motorists and a push for better road safety as adhesive markings gain traction on American streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magicct
America
Motorcycle Notes and Races Highlight 1997 Circuit
The report covers the 1997 Tourist Trophy aiming for June races and Brazil’s 600 c c championship won by Melai on a Norton. It notes the Scott Trial’s harsh difficulty and W Evans riding a Triumph. It mentions Varal’s Gran Premio delle Nasgton victory on a Sunbeam and an oil firm analysis of cylinder contents. Berlin records a sharp rise in motorcycles from 6,086 to 14,020 in a year, surpassing private fares.
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Brazil
T Hat Country
Melai
Norton
Brasil
Varal
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Chandler
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Shire of Yarrcovlumla
Federal Capital Territory
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BUICK
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O J. Esmond
Australia
M.T.A
LARKE
Hoskins & Co., Ltd
William Street
Sydney
Canberra Garage Limited
Ainslie
Canserra
Fitter
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Bowser
Texaco
Moldiell
Studebaker Care Cars
Braidwood 40
Royal Mail
Tarazgo Am Braidwood
Armluen
Moruya
H. J. Slater
Station Hill
Hudson
Eastlake
Canberra
Stevens & Collins Railway
Swift
Cara
Invincible J.A.P
Ariel Motor Cycles
Federal Motor Garage Propty. Ltd
Hudson and Essex Cars
ESSEX
W. Evana
Berlin
J. Kelty
C/o
Menara
Kay
Birdives
Eardley
R. A. Welch
Canberra Garage Ltd
Morris
Lucas
Morris Cars & Trucks
England
John Bull
Clyno
Carn of
New South
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Thinktandard
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Amt
Australa
Clyno Hillman
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