William Collier and Co

1858. Shaping machine.

1879. Wheel-Centre and Tyre Boring Lathe.

1886. Multiple drilling machine for carding cylinders.

of Salford (Manchester)

See W. Collier and Co

From 1849 introduced a number of improved machine-tools, including a double-acting sliding and surfacing lathe, an apparatus for boring locomotive cylinders in situ, and a tool for planing locomotive valve-faces in their places. Also made various improvements in slotting and shaping machines, including the use of elliptical gearing to give a quick return.

1863 Death of the head of the firm, William Collier; James Fletcher (1806-1881) became the sole proprietor.

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