Pressure Atomizing Oil Burner Equipment and Systems – Other Components and Parts
A 1920’s, field assembled panel board, typically found in homes equipped with automatic, oil heating of the period, used for mounting of manual disconnect switch and other controllers at the entrance to the furnace or boiler room. Crudely made of pine board with walnut finish and fire protective covering; an icon of its times reflecting something of the trade practices and the attention given to public appearance and safety, Circa 1929. [See also ID#230]
Technical Significance:
– The panel board is an icon of its time, reflecting something of electric trade practices and public expectations for craftsmanship in the early years of the 20th century, an embryonic period in the electrification of Canadian homes and the installation of electric equipment.