The manufacture of Electrolux absorption-type refrigerators in the company’s Melbourne factory. Compares old methods of food preservation with those using refrigeration principles. Shows the manufacture of the freezing unit and explains how it operates. Diagrams explain the operation of refrigerators using gas, kerosene and electricity. Summarises the uses of refrigeration in medical services in both city and country.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
003809
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Manufacturing processes
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Food - Preservation
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Household appliances
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Food - Preservation
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Household appliances
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)