The Washington Iron Works was a listed company based in Seattle, Washington, in the United States, founded by John M. Frink, that manufactured steam-powered logging skidders and winches.
The company was active from 1882 until the 1980s when its various divisions – manufacturing cranes, logging equipment, and presses – were gradually sold off. The factory closed in 1986.
Description
Washington Iron Works engines revolutionised steam logging in the 1920s and 1930s. The steam-powered winches were mounted on heavy log skid frames which allowed the winch to be transported to new sites. Many Washington skidders can still be seen in North America.
The company was described in a 1916 publication on the history of Seattle:
See also
Manufacturing in Washington (state) Washington Shoe Company Washington Winch, East Gippsland
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