Tool and Die Making (1953)
1953 · Short film · 21 min · dir. Matt farrell
- Documentary
Synopsis
This 1953 film directed by Matt Farrell for the National Tool and Die Manufacturers Association looks at the importance of tool and die manufacturing for the functioning of American Industry at large. It begins with the contributions that American Industry has made to everyday life and how tools and die were used to manufacture these goods. This is followed by an overview of the apprentice system and some of the skills that toolmakers need to learn such as operation of machinery, meticulous measurement, and reading blueprints. This is followed by footage of the creation and operation of some tools and the development of cutting edge die for the accurate manufacturing of plastics. This film is part of the Periscope Film LLC archive, one of the largest historic military, transportation, and aviation stock footage collections in the USA. Entirely film backed, this material is available for licensing in 24p HD, 2k and 4k.
Synopsis from TMDb
Details
- Director
- Matt farrell
- Writer
- Hugh Gage
- Released
- 1953-01-01
- Running time
- 21 minutes
- Language
- English
- Collection
- Ephemeral Films
Subjects on the Internet Archive
- Tool And Die Making
- 1953
- National
- Manufacturers
- Promo Film
- Stock Footage
- Periscope Film
Cast & crew
Matt farrell Director
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