"Crocker-Wheeler Perfected Electric Motors," circa 1890
THF285896 / "Crocker-Wheeler Perfected Electric Motors," circa 1890
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Artifact Overview
Francis Crocker teamed up with Schuyler Wheeler to form Crocker-Wheeler Electric Motor Company in 1888-89. Their company manufactured motors for use in factories, small shops, offices and homes. Their motors powered lathes, presses, and drills and ran elevators, fans, and sewing machines. The two men were well-respected engineers, both serving as president of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
circa 1890
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
91.0.110.130
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 7 in
Width: 8 in
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