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scan0001 Requesting feedback and remarks on an R.P. Adjustable Thermostat.
View original record S/W. To Hs/Rm. from F. c. to Wer. K508 F.5/Av/D4.5.29. I left with you sometime ago an R.P. Adjustable Thermostat. Will you please say if this is of any interest and if you have any remarks, as the…

scan0002 Requesting a test of an R.P. adjustable thermostat's opening characteristics.
View original record To Hl. from Hs/Rn. 4506 Hs/Rn2/LG7.5.29. We hand you herewith a R.P. adjustable thermostat. Will you please test its opening characteristics under a head of 5 ft. of water at the different settings…

scan0003 Testing status of an R.P. Adjustable Thermostat.
View original record To F. from Hs/Rn. X6508 Hs/Rm1/LGS.5.29. R.P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT. -------------------------- F5/AV/D4. 5. 29. We are doing some tests on this instrument. We hope to complete them in a week or so.…

scan0004 Laboratory report on the calibration of an R.P. Adjustable thermostat, noting an inability to test under a water head and observations of a lag in operation.
View original record Hs/Rm. +4508 H11/EA9.5.29. Laboratory. R.P. Adjustable Report No.L1503. Re Thermostat submitted for Calibration 7.5.29. We were unable to test the operation of the thermostat under a 5 foot head of…

scan0005 Hand-drawn diagram illustrating the operational range and settings of a valve.
View original record at and past arrow, valve did not open at all. Stop Decrease 96 81 76 71 65 59 55 47 42 as far as arrow valve is open at normal atmospheric temperature. Stop

scan0006 Forwarding a copy of a letter from the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record S/W. To Hs/Rm. from F. c. to [redacted]. Handwritten: Hs/Rm. +4508 F.4/Av/D13.5.29. Re: R.P. Thermostat. ---------------- Attached is a copy of a letter received from the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat…

scan0007 Letter from The R.P. Adjustable Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding continued tests and a potential spring tension issue.
View original record COPY. THE R. P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. ----- 195, Strand, London, W.C. 2. FG/GT. 10th May, 1929. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 14-15, Conduit St., W. 1. Dear Sirs, Your Ref: F.11/Av/D9.5.29. We…

scan0008 Promotional leaflet for the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat, an aftermarket device to control engine temperature.
View original record Page 4. Why you should use the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat WHEN starting a run on your car you have probably noticed that the engine is sluggish, and also that this sluggishness is more acute in cold…

scan0009 Leaflet detailing the features, operation, fitting instructions, and price of the 'R.P.' Adjustable Thermostat.
View original record Page 2. INSTANTLY ADJUSTABLE AT WILL OF OWNER TO ENSURE CONSTANT CORRECT RUNNING UNDER ALL CLIMATIC CONDITIONS. Page 3. THE “R.P.” ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT. FITTING INSTRUCTIONS. THERMO-SYPHON. Drain…

scan0010 Article reprint discussing the performance and fuel economy benefits of the 'R.P.' Adjustable Thermostat.
View original record Reprinted from “The Illustrated London News,” February 2, 1929. The “R.P.” Thermostat. In such winter weather as we are having now it is practically impossible to keep an engine’s temperature from…

scan0011 Extract from a newspaper article by the Earl of March detailing the benefits of fitting an adjustable thermostat to a car.
View original record Extract from Article by Earl of March. Reprinted from “Sunday Referee,” Feb. 10th, 1929 Recently I was bemoaning the behaviour of my own car in the cold weather. I was growing tired of perpetual…

scan0012 Cablegram from Segrave in Daytona Beach confirming the satisfactory function of a thermostat.
View original record COMMERCIAL CABLES Form 2B. HANDED IN AT 10.30AM ON 12TH The following CABLEGRAM received, at 4.18 P.M. "Via Commercial Cables," [STAMP]: COMMERCIAL CABLE CO. * P.W.D. * BUSH HOUSE W.C.2. 12 MAR. 1929…

scan0013 Advertisement and fitting guide for the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat and Dashboard Thermometer.
View original record THE COMPLETE TEMPERATURE CONTROL EQUIPMENT—THE R.P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT & DASHBOARD THERMOMETER COMBINED Price 25/- each. [Diagram annotations] Gauge face: 70 80, 60 THERMOMETER 90, 50, 40 DEGREES…

scan0014 Unsatisfactory adjustable thermostat returned to stores after testing.
View original record X4508. To BP. From Hs/Rn. c. to Mt. Stores. Hs/Rn7/LG26.6.29. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Col. Fell (Sales Dept.) 1 R.P. Adjustable Thermostat. This thermostat was sent for our…

scan0015 Faults with an R.P. Adjustable Thermostat, specifically a spring issue causing flutter, and suggesting a modification.
View original record Fl. from Hs/Rm. X4508 Hs/Rm3/LG26. 6. 29. RE. R.P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT. We are returning to you the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat. The trouble with this instrument is that the controlling spring is not…

scan0016 'R.P.' Patent Thermostatic Vacuum-Operated Shutters offered by The Houdaille Hydraulic Suspension Co., Ltd.
View original record To Hs. from F. Copy to Wor. X4508. F5/JL.14.10.30. (FS) R 15/10 THE "R.P." PATENT THERMOSTATIC VACUUM-OPERATED SHUTTERS. ------------------------------------------- Please see the attached copy of a…

scan0017 Letter from The Houdaille Hydraulic Suspension Co. regarding their patent thermostatic vacuum-operated shutters.
View original record C O P Y. THE HOUDAILLE HYDRAULIC SUSPENSION CO., LTD., 69, Drayton Gardens, South Kensington, LONDON, S.W.10. Ref:C.D./D.S. 13th October, 1930. For attention of Lieut. Col. Fell. Messrs. Rolls Royce,…

scan0018 From The Houdaille Hydraulic Suspension Co. detailing the 'R.P.' patent thermostatic-vacuum control for radiator shutters.
View original record THE HOUDAILLE HYDRAULIC SUSPENSION CO., LTD., 69, Drayton Gardens, South Kensington, LONDON, S.W.10. THE "R.P." PATENT THERMOSTATIC-VACUUM CONTROL OF RADIATOR SHUTTERS, COMPRISING TWO SIMPLE AND CHEAP…

scan0019 Scheme for thermostat vacuum-operated shutters and arranging a visit to a stand at Olympia.
View original record x4508 To F. } From Hs. To Wor. } Hs.2/MJ.18.10.30. x4508 R.P. THERMOSTAT VACUUM OPERATED SHUTTERS. Replying to F5/JL.14.10.30. This scheme is interesting and I am arranging for Mr. Lovesey to call at…

scan0020 Further information received from suppliers about thermostat vacuum-operated shutters.
View original record ACL X4508 F9/JL.20.10.30. To Hs. from F. Copy to Wor. R.P. THERMOSTAT VACUUM-OPERATED SHUTTERS. With reference to Hs2/MJ.18.10.30, please find further information which has been received from the…

scan0021 Letter from The Houdaille Hydraulic Suspension Co., Ltd. regarding a patent thermostat vacuum control for radiator shutters.
View original record C O P Y. THE HOUDAILLE HYDRAULIC SUSPENSION CO., LTD., 69, Drayton Gardens, SOUTH KENSINGTON, LONDON, S.W.10. REF:C.D./D.S. 18th October, 1930. Attention of Lt. Col. Fell. Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd.,…

scan0022 Article discussing the development and operation of suction-operated radiator shutters.
View original record Reprinted from The Motor October 14, 1930. SUCTION-OPERATED RADIATOR SHUTTERS A VERY interesting development in connection with the operation of radiator shutters will be put on the market shortly by…

scan0023 The sale of rights for the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat from Houdaille to S. Smith & Sons.
View original record To Hs. from F. Copy to WOT. X4508 F9/JL.14.5.31. R. P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT. ------------------ Please note that the Houdaille Hydraulic Suspension Co., Ltd., have sold all their rights to S. Smith &…

scan0024 Letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering Co Ltd regarding a misunderstanding about the operating temperature of radiator thermostats.
View original record TELEPHONE: MUSEUM 4343 & 4344. TELEGRAMS: "CROSBY LONDON" WORKS: ROTHERHAM. INSPECTION & TESTING DEPT. 14 & 15, UNION ST., LONDON, W.1. REGISTERED OFFICE: 147 QUEEN VICTORIA ST., LONDON E.C.4.…

scan0025 Letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd. detailing the results and methodology of thermostat testing.
View original record -2- Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., 9th February, 1933. On the first thermostat we filled, the charge permitted a slight movement without load at 70°C. We then altered the charge for the other five and they…

scan0026 The despatch of sample thermostats to The Crosby Valve & Engineering Co.
View original record XL2568 D/BP. from Hs/Les. c. ROY/MS. c. Stores. Hs/Les.9/KT.16.2.33. We are sending into the stores for despatch to - The Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd. 41 & 42 Foley St, London, W.1 - six sample…

scan0027 Letter to The Crosby Valve & Engineering Co regarding testing and fitting issues with six sample thermostats.
View original record XL5.08 Hs/Les.8/KT. February 16th 1933. The Crosby Valve & Engineering Co, Ltd, 41 & 42, Foley Street, London. W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 9th inst., referring to six sample…

scan0028 Letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering Co Ltd regarding the return of sample thermostats.
View original record X4508 TELEPHONE: MUSEUM 4343 & 4344 TELEGRAMS: "CROSBY, LONDON" WORKS: ROTHERHAM. INSPECTION & TESTING DEPT. 14 & 15 UNION ST., LONDON, W.1. REGISTERED OFFICE: 147 QUEEN VICTORIA ST., LONDON, E.C.4.…

scan0029 Blueprint showing a cross-section and top view of a mechanical assembly.
View original record S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD LONDON. N.W. SK. MATERIAL PER 1,000 CUTTING UP ALLOWANCE FINISH USED ON CUSTOMERS REFERENCE TR. S.A.Wf DR. CH. APP. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

scan0030 Blueprint showing a section and plan view of a friction-style shock absorber with a lever arm.
View original record S SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD LONDON, N.W. SK. MATERIAL PER 1,000 CUTTING UP ALLOWANCE FINISH USED ON CUSTOMERS REFERENCE TR. DR. CH. APP. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

scan0031 Instruction sheet for the R.P. Adjustable Thermostat and Smith's engine temperature thermometers.
View original record The R.P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT This system of automatic heat control ensures that your engine runs at its most efficient temperature. The ‘R.P.’ is fitted in the upper water hose and controls the flow…

scan0032 Fitting instructions for a Smith Radiator Thermometer and associated gauges.
View original record WHEN a Smith Radiator Thermometer is combined with the Smith ‘R.P.’ Thermostat, the motorist is perfectly equipped so far as temperature control is concerned. The Thermometer Bulb fits into the…

scan0033 Adjustment and fitting instructions for the Smith 'R.P.' Adjustable Thermostat.
View original record ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Having fitted the Thermostat, fill the radiator, first making sure that the valve is turned full open, in order to prevent air locks. Then set the pointer pin on the knob 2 or…

scan0034 Informational leaflet with fitting instructions for a Smith R.P. Adjustable Thermostat.
View original record SMITH R.P. ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT (British Patent No. 314840) Diagram Annotations (Left): Direction of flow. Cap Nut to be removed when Dashboard Thermometer is used. Thermostatic Spring Element.…

scan0035 Test report comparing 'Packless Gland Co.' and 'Smith's Standard' calorstats.
View original record "PACKLESS GLAND CO." CALORSTAT TESTS. E. 80893. Made by "Packless Gland" Co. - As used on 1-B-4 during 10,000 miles Trial. For comparison with Smith's Standard "H" Filling. Leverage 1.52:1 First…

scan0036 Graph from calorstat tests comparing a Smith's standard production model with a packless gland type.
View original record CALORSTAT TESTS E80893 27-12-33 COMPARISON BETWEEN SMITH'S 'H' FILLING STANDARD PRODUCTION - AND 'PACKLESS GLAND' TYPE, THE LATTER BEING OFF P J II PRACTICALLY NEW. MAX BELLOWS MOVEMENT .500" SHUTTERS…

scan0037 Graph comparing the performance of Smith's 'H' filling and 'Packless Gland' type calorstats after 10,000 miles.
View original record CALORSTAT TESTS COMPARISON BETWEEN SMITH'S 'H' FILLING - TAKEN WHEN STANDARDISED ON PRODUCTION - AND THE "PACKLESS GLAND" TYPE OFF I B4 - AFTER 10,000 MILES. SHUTTERS "CLOSED" POSITION "PACKLESS" - I…

scan0038 Diagram illustrating the operation and applied loads of a thermostat-controlled shutter mechanism.
View original record PUSH LB APPLIED AFTER CHANGE OVER SUPPORT PULL LB APPLIED UNTIL CHANGE OVER TEMP. LOAD THEN TRANSFERRED TO TOP OF THERMOSTAT SHUTTERS OPEN SHUTTER CLOSED LOADS GIVEN ARE THOSE REQ'D TO JUST MAINTAIN…

scan0039 Experimental modifications to the Bentley Water Temperature Regulator to avoid corrosion.
View original record x4508 To BY. from E/JNR. E/JNR.4/HP.5.7.34. c. Hs. RHC. re Bentley Water Temperature Regulator. Please receive herewith:- LeC.4017 showing the experimental modifications to the thermostat. The object…

scan0040 Tests and modifications to a Bentley Thermostat.
View original record To Hs/Rm. +4508 Hs/FD.2/KW.6.7.34. Bentley Thermostat. We have carried out some tests on the thermostat fitted to B-23-AE. It was found that the guides had insufficient clearance, causing the bellows…

scan0041 Testing of thermostats for Bentley cars, which were found to be reading high.
View original record +4508 Hs/Rn. Hs/FD.14/KW.6.7.34. Bentley Thermostats. All the thermostats supplied to production for use on the Bentley cars, 15 in all, were made by the Packless Gland Co. We have tested 6 of these…

scan0042 Bentley thermostats, their specifications, and anticipated performance compared to radiator shutters.
View original record 4508 To E. Hs/Rm.3/KW.12.7.34. Bentley Thermostats. Attached is a note from Hs/FD. on the Bentley cooling system when controlled by a thermostat as opposed to thermostatically controlled radiator…

scan0043 Design alterations and testing for Bentley thermostats and air intake systems.
View original record X1328 To Hs/Rm. from E. c. HS/TD. E.3/HP.13.7.34. Bentley Thermostats. Referring to your memo HS/Rm.3/KW.12.7.34, we note that you have now altered the clearances and bypass leakage hole as per our…

scan0044 Letter from Corfield Ltd. regarding the development and potential application of Rototherm bi-metal thermometers for motor cars.
View original record TELEGRAMS: CORFALGAR, TOOT, LONDON. TELEPHONE: LIBERTY 1144 (5 Lines) CABLES: CORFALGAR, LONDON. Rototherm REGD. THE NEW THERMOMETER BRIT. PATENT NO 378314 AND WORLD PATENTS CORFIELD LTD. CONTRACTORS…

scan0045 Advertisement leaflet for Rototherm thermometers, comparing them to older mercury-based models.
View original record Do you look at a Sundial to find out the time? Just as the sun-dial has been replaced by clocks and watches, so the old mercury thermometers must now be replaced by a newer, more accurate, and more…

scan0046 Advertising leaflet for the Rototherm dial thermometer, detailing its advantages and various models.
View original record THE MODERN THERMOMETER CHEAPER & BETTER ROTOTHERM PUTS THE OLD THERMOMETER 'IN THE SHADE' up, lying down (or even upside down!). Whatever its position, the reading remains true. Secondly—response.…

scan0047 Product leaflet advertising the 'Rototherm', a new thermometer with a speedometer-style dial.
View original record Price 4/6 ROTOTHERM THE NEW THERMOMETER The accurate thermometer with the speedometer dial and speedy response. With this instrument the temperature can be read accurately and as easily as the time.…

scan0048 Drawing illustrating various types and configurations of dial gauges and fittings.
View original record (A) 1/4 FULL SIZE 4" DIAL 3"->12" 1" GAS 7"->10" 5/8" D (B) 1/2 FULL SIZE 2 1/2" DIAL 4"->12" 3/4" D °F (C) 1/2 FULL SIZE 2 1/2" DIAL 4"->12" 3/4" D (D) 1/4 FULL SIZE 6" DIAL 1/2" GAS 3 1/2"->15" 3/8"…

scan0049 Quotation request form for a Rototherm dial indicating thermometer.
View original record ROTOTHERM THE NEW DIAL INDICATING THERMOMETER In order to facilitate the compiling of our quotation, we would be very glad if you will please complete the form below, and return the same to us with…

scan0050 Technical data sheet for Rototherm dial indicating thermometers.
View original record ROTOTHERM THE DIAL INDICATING THERMOMETER WITH RANGES BETWEEN minus 150° F to plus 1000° F. These instruments are preferable in many ways to glass thermometers, for industrial uses, more particularly…

scan0051 Report from the National Physical Laboratory on the examination of a Fahrenheit scale thermometer.
View original record COPY. NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY. TEDDINGTON. REPORT. On Examination of Fahrenheit Scale Thermometer. PHYSICS DEPARTMENT. Thermometer No. 2182. Type:- Bi-metallic, dial indicating. Dimensions of…

scan0052 Report from the National Physical Laboratory on the examination and calibration of a Fahrenheit scale thermometer.
View original record COPY. NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY. TEDDINGTON REPORT. On Examination of Fahrenheit Scale Thermometer. --------- PHYSICS DEPARTMENT. Thermometer No. 2182. Type:- Bi-metallic, dial indicating.…

scan0053 The purchase of a Rototherm Thermometer from Corfield Ltd.
View original record x4505 To Roy. Hs/Rm.8/KW.4.9.34. Will you please order for us from Corfield Ltd., Merton Abbey, London, S.W.19, one Rototherm Thermometer, as indicated by a cross on the attached slip. This should be…

scan0054 Requesting a study into bi-metal thermostats for hot spot control and a review of radiator designs.
View original record X4508 To Hs/Std. Hs/Rn.3/KW.21.11.34. We want you to make a study of bi-metal thermostats in relation to hot spot control. There is a bi-metal thermostat fitted on the automatic starting choke on the…

scan0055 Internal request to the Order Office to purchase the book 'Thermostats'.
View original record To Order Office. x4508 Hs/Rm.2/KW.21.11.34. Will you please order for us from Charles Griffin & Co.Ltd., the following book - "Thermostats" - by Roosevelt Griffiths - 1934. 10/-net Hs/Rm.

scan0056 Request to construct and fit a different cam and throttle lever arrangement for an automatic idling device.
View original record To RHC. X4505 Hs/Std.21/KW.13.12.34. Automatic Idling Device, LeC.4072. We wish to try a different arrangement of cam and throttle lever from that shown on above LeC, to prevent the throttle spring…

scan0057 Request to F.W. Miller & Co. to manufacture a bimetallic strip and provide performance data.
View original record X4508 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.1/KW. 15th December, 1934. Messrs. F.W. Miller & Co. Ltd., Milarna Works, Nansen Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We should like you to make for us a bimetallic strip…

scan0058 Internal request to order one bimetal strip from F.W. Miller & Co. Ltd.
View original record +4508 To Roy: Hs/Std.1/KW.17.12.34. Will you please order for us from F.W. Miller & Co.Ltd., Milarna Works, Nansen Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, one bimetal strip to Hs.1660. Hs/Std.

scan0059 Letter from F. W. Miller & Co., Ltd. acknowledging a request for a Thermostatic Metal coil.
View original record Steadman X1328 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY & ON AIR MINISTRY LIST. TELEPHONE: SPRingfield 1410. TELEGRAMS: Miller, SPRingfield 1410. Birmingham. Milarna Works, 68, Nansen Road, Sparkhill, BIRMINGHAM,…

scan0060 Letter from F.W. Miller & Co., Ltd. regarding a sample Thermostatic Bi-metal Coil.
View original record X1328 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY & ON AIR MINISTRY LIST. TELEPHONE: SPRIngfield 1410. TELEGRAMS: Miller, SPRIngfield 1410. Birmingham. Milarna Works, 68, Nansen Road, Sparkhill, BIRMINGHAM, II. F.…

scan0061 Request to order four bimetal spiral strips with specific dimensions from F.W. Miller and Co. Ltd.
View original record To Roy: Hs/Std.9/KW.19.12.34. Will you please order for us from F.W.Miller and Co.Ltd., Milarna Works, Nansen Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, four bimetal spiral strips, similar to attached print…

scan0062 Dispatching a bimetal coil and a Harrison Vee radiator matrix sample to two separate parties.
View original record x4508 RHC. From Hs/Std. Hs/Std.2/MA.27.12.34. We send you herewith a bimetal coil and a sample portion of Harrison Vee radiator matrix. Will you please have the bimetal coil despatched to F.W.Miller &…

scan0063 Letter to a supplier returning a faulty bimetal coil and requesting a replacement with modified specifications.
View original record Hs/Std.3/MA. 27th December, 1934. Messrs.F.W.Miller & Co.Ltd., Milama Works, 68, Mansen Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham, 11. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of the 20th instant we have received and…

scan0064 Letter from The Packless Gland Co. Ltd. regarding a material failure on an experimental Bentley Mixture Control unit.
View original record L.C. Smith X1328? Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES) Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: PACKLESS, SUNBURY COMMON. THE PACKLESS GLAND CO., LTD. MAKERS OF THERMOFLEX DIRECTORS: M. PAYNE.…

scan0065 Comparing a 'Tank' Thermostat with a standard 'SMITHERMET' thermostat.
View original record 44508 To E. from Hs/W. Bell. Hs/WB.23/KW.18.1.35. "Tank" Thermostat R.R.S780. The attached graph shows this type of thermostat in comparison with the standard K.E. 80893 - "H" filling) "SMITHERMET".…

scan0066 Requesting an urgent order for six modified Spectre Water Temperature Regulating Thermostats.
View original record To Roy. X6508 Hs/Std.24/KW.15.3.35. Will you please order from the Packless Gland Co. six Spectre Water Temperature Regulating Thermostats to E.86612, except that they are to be modified to commence…

scan0067 Return of six thermostats that do not conform to temperature limits.
View original record 14508 To Roy. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Std.11/KW.3.4.35. We are sending into the Despatch Stores to-day :- 6. Thermostats. Will you please arrange to return these to the Packless Gland Co.Ltd., These were…

scan0068 Letter of complaint regarding the return of six faulty thermostats that did not meet temperature specifications.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.10/KW. 3rd April, 1935. The Packless Gland Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you herewith six…

scan0069 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the testing and adjustment of six thermostats, including a table of results.
View original record 4508 Stedman Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments.…

scan0070 Letter discussing the design and manufacturing challenges of a bellows thermostat, highlighting issues with adjustment, tolerances, and the lack of a movement stop.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. unmixed charges. Having decided which charge is to be employed, the movement obtained for a given temperature rise is determined by the effective area and the spring…

scan0071 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing the complex and costly construction of thermostat E.86612.
View original record - 3 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. In such a thermostat it is customary to keep the bellows movement to a minimum, which further simplifies the adjustment. In the case of your Thermostat, E.86612, you…

scan0072 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing the testing and performance of their corrected thermostats.
View original record +4508 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.19/KW. 15th April, 1935. Your Ref: WMH/GN.10.4.35. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. W. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We…

scan0073 Letter discussing production difficulties and proposed specifications for new thermostats, including temperature limits and alternative spring arrangements.
View original record -2- Hs/Std.19/KW.15.4.35. It would seem therefore that your difficulty in producing these new thermostats to our requirements is due to the decreased size of bellows (the travel is also reduced .050).…

scan0074 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the design and manufacturing of thermostats, part number E. 86612, for a cooling system.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. [Logo: FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER] THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO, LTD.…

scan0075 Thermostat testing procedures, operating temperatures, valve operation, and bellows design.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. attached to the valve spindle in such a manner that its position on the spindle can be adjusted. This requirement is not satisfied by your arrangement. The method of…

scan0076 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. providing suggestions on valve temperature settings and manufacturing.
View original record - 3 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. (1). We suggest that you should fix the opening temperature at a definite point, and at the same time provide an adjustment on the valve head to make this possible.…

scan0077 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing design alterations for thermostats, part no. E.86612.
View original record 4508 Exptl: Dept. Hs/Std.20/KW. 24th April, 1935. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Rd., Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Thermostats - Parts No. E.86612.…

scan0078 Letter discussing valve temperature settings and design alterations for bellows length.
View original record -2- (2) We have fixed the maximum temperature at which the main valve is to be fully open and bypass valve closed at 82°C. We regret that we have not made it clear that we do not mind the valve being…

scan0079 Development, testing, and standardization of an isolated change speed lever for a Bentley.
View original record To Wor. from Hs/Rm. c. to Sft. c. to E. c. to By. x4584 Hs/Rm.7/KW.29.4.35. Isolated Change Speed Lever - Bentley. --------------------------------- We consider that this is one of the biggest…

scan0080 Request for two sets of Spectre Thermostat Upper Valves to be made.
View original record To R.H.C. X4508 Hs/Std.12/KW.30.4.35. Spectre Thermostats. Will you please have two sets (i.e., four in all) of Spectre Thermostat Upper Valves made to accompanying drawing Hs.1938. We require these…

scan0081 Urgent order for six modified thermostats from the British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record To Roy: x4508 Hs/Std.12/KW.3.5.35. Will you please order from The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., six Thermostats to E.86612 except that they are to be modified to commence opening from 1.275" at 75°C ±…

scan0082 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. following up on a previous query and placing an order for six thermostats with specific temperature requirements.
View original record 4508 Exptl. Dept: Hs/Std.18/KW. 3rd May, 1935. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We should like to remind you that we…

scan0083 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing the specifications of thermostat part number E.86612.
View original record Steadman Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF…

scan0084 Page two of a letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing a valve stem.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. stem which can be used for adjustment purposes, and finally locked in position. This method has the advantage that the lift of the valve is a fixed quantity, which is…

scan0085 Letter from a supplier discussing an order for thermostats and proposing a potentially costly design modification.
View original record Steadman Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. FBI FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER MEMBERS…

scan0086 Letter of inquiry to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding the manufacture of a car thermostat.
View original record x4508 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.22/KW. 8th May, 1935. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Sirs, Car Thermostat - E.86612. We wish to control the water temperature of one of…

scan0087 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the design and specifications of thermostat E.86612.
View original record CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S. S.Smith…

scan0088 Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing the operational forces on a thermostat valve and proposing modifications.
View original record S SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) LTD. CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO. 1. May 10th, 1935. Messrs. Rolls Royce, Ltd. The pull on the valve will be lessened as the thermostat is…

scan0089 Requesting the testing of a remote-acting thermostat and outlining the correct experimental setup.
View original record Steadman X1328 Will you Please test Hs/Rm. We are handing you herewith one Remote Acting Thermostat which we should be glad to have tested. We have written to the makers - H.M. Hobson Limited, to find…

scan0090 Letter to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding an urgent order for thermostats and proposing an alternative model.
View original record X4508 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.2/KW. 15th May, 1935. Your Ref: W.M.H/GN.8.5.35. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Re…

scan0091 Letter to supplier S. Smith & Sons discussing the manufacture and design of a spring-loaded thermostat.
View original record X4508 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.1/KW. 15th May, 1935. Your Ref: E.6.FGE/MM. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Re Thermostats E.86612. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your…

scan0092 Letter requesting advice on the balance of a thermostat with regard to water pressure.
View original record -2- Hs/Std.1/KW.15.5.35. We attach a sketch of the layout of the thermostat in question, and should like your advice on the question of balance of thermostat with regard to water pressure. We await…

scan0093 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. discussing an order for thermostats, specifically regarding the bellows length and design.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. [FBI Logo - INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER] [MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF…

scan0094 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing thermostat design and temperature specifications.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. 11°C. whereas you specify 7°C. We feel that it is a great pity that the orthodox methods of construction cannot be followed in your case, since these prove entirely…

scan0095 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the design, specifications and testing of a thermostatic valve.
View original record X1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S. S.…

scan0096 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. querying the design, manufacture, and temperature range of thermostats.
View original record X4508 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.1/KW. 17th May, 1935. Your Ref: WMH/GN.16.5.35. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have…

scan0097 Letter requesting technical data on temperature range and bellows rate to understand certain difficulties.
View original record -2- HS/Std.1/KW.17.5.35. (4) We would welcome any technical data which you could give us correlating temperature range, bellows rate, opening temperature, etc. as this would probably help us to…

scan0098 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing thermostat design and the lack of an adjustment feature.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. [Logo: FBI THE FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER]…

scan0099 Manufacturing challenges and supply of thermostats and bellows.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. We agree that you do not specify a definite temperature range, merely stating that it must not exceed 7°. We have already given you our recommendation for the minimum…

scan0100 Page discussing the function and efficiency of a thermostat as a mixing valve in a cooling system.
View original record - 3 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. is to act as a mixing valve for hot and cold water to produce in the final mixture as constant a temperature as possible. The efficiency of the operation of the…

scan0101 Engine cooling system thermostat and by-pass operation, including water flow timings and temperature control.
View original record - 4 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. water entering the suction side of the pump takes 10 seconds to travel through the engine and to reach the thermostat mounted in the outlet pipe to the radiator, you…

scan0102 Letter comparing the specifications of different thermostat bellows.
View original record - 5 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. (4). To illustrate the point which we made earlier in this letter that the total movement available for a bellows must be greater than the minimum valve lift if the…

scan0103 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. to Rolls-Royce discussing thermostat manufacturing and design feedback.
View original record - 6 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. difference between the open and full open temperature to, say, 11°, your problem is simplified, particularly if the valve lift required is less than that shown on…

scan0104 Remote acting thermostat from H.M. Hobson Limited and a proposed interview.
View original record X1328 STEADMAN See me please Rm To Hs/Rm. from E/Lid. E/Lid.3/HP.21.5.35., re Remote Acting Thermostat. Further to our memo E/Lid.3/HP.13.5.35, we are attaching herewith copy of a letter we have…

scan0105 Letter from H.M. Hobson Ltd. regarding tests and specifications for a remote acting thermostat.
View original record COPY. H.M.HOBSON LTD. 47-55 THE VALE, ACTON, LONDON.W.3. 20th May 1935. ED/AML. E/Lid.2/HP. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, Re REMOTE ACTING THERMOSTAT. We are glad to note from your…

scan0106 Confirming a conversation about the thermostat shutter operation on the Spectre.
View original record To E. c. to Wor. X1328 Hs/Rm.9/KW.28.5.35. Thermostat Shutter Operation on the Spectre. This is to confirm a conversation I had with Lidsey, that you are giving us a scheme for the thermostat-operated…

scan0107 Letter chasing an overdue order for a special water temperature regulating thermostat from S. Smith & Sons Ltd.
View original record x1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.8/KW. 6th June, 1935. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Eckford. Dear Sirs, We would remind you that we have not yet…

scan0108 The testing of a Hobson remote acting thermostat, noting issues with sticking and comparing it to standard calorstats.
View original record To E. c. to By. X1328 Hs/Std.7/KW.7.6.35. Report on Hobson Remote Acting Thermostat. We have tested this thermostat in the usual manner by measuring the necessary push or pull to hold the top plate…

scan0109 Graph plotting temperature against force for a Hobson Remote Acting Thermostat at different lift settings.
View original record HOBSON THERMOSTAT (REMOTE ACTING) LBS PULL 60 40 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 LBS PUSH TEMP °C .375 LIFT .010 LIFT 6-6-35

scan0110 Graph plotting the lift of a top plate against temperature for a Hobbs remote acting thermostat test.
View original record LIFT OF TOP PLATE FROM COLD POSITION TEMP - °C. .0 .100 .200 .300 .400 0 20 40 60 80 100 TESTS ON HOBBS REMOTE ACTING THERMOSTAT CONDITIONS OF TEST - NO EXTERNAL LOAD 6 . 8 . 35

scan0111 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding ongoing thermostat experiments and awaiting fluids with a higher boiling point.
View original record X1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S. Smith…

scan0112 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. regarding the dimensions of an experimental apparatus.
View original record X1325 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS:…

scan0113 Letter to S. Smith & Sons specifying the requirements for a thermostat bellows to operate bonnet shutters.
View original record X1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.21/KW. 23rd October,1935. Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Eckford. Dear Sirs, We shall shortly be requiring a…

scan0114 Request for an opinion on the design specifications for bellows needed for a thermostat.
View original record -2- Hs/Std.21/KW.23.10.35. We should like to have your opinion on (1) your design for the smallest size of bellows practicable, and (2) the length of bellows necessary to give the rating quoted above.…

scan0115 Letter outlining the technical requirements for a thermostat bellows to operate bonnet shutters.
View original record X1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.20/KW. 23rd October,1935. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We shall shortly be requiring a…

scan0116 Letter requesting an opinion on the design for the smallest size and length of bellows for a thermostat.
View original record -2- Hs/Std.20/KW. 23.10.35. We should like to have your opinion on (1) your design for the smallest size of bellows practicable, and (2) the length of bellows necessary to give the rating quoted…

scan0117 Letter from S. Smith & Sons concerning thermostats for automatic louvres.
View original record X1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [LOGO: ENGINEERING & ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION] TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. [LOGO:…

scan0118 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch and testing of a bonnet louvre control unit.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY, COMMON. FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. Makers of…

scan0119 Letter to Ford Motor Co. requesting information about the thermostat-operated bonnet shutters on Lincoln cars.
View original record X Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.1/KW. 26th October, 1935. The Ford Motor Co.Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. For the attention of Mr. A.R. Smith. Dear Sirs, We understand that you use a scheme for operating the bonnet…

scan0120 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a thermostat unit and arranging a meeting to discuss bellow manufacture.
View original record X1328 Hs/Std.3/MA. 29th October, 1935. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. Your reference W.M.H/GN.28.10.35. For the attention of Mr.W.Martin-Hurst.…

scan0121 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. arranging a meeting with Mr. Steadman.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. Windmill Road,…

scan0122 Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding thermostat operated bonnet side plate shutters on their Lincoln Car.
View original record Steadman X1378 Ford Motor Company, Ltd. DAGENHAM, ESSEX. TELEPHONE, RAINHAM 300. 30 Oct 1935 A-2 W A Robotham Esq Messrs Rolls-Royce Limited DERBY Dear Mr Robotham: In reply to your letter of the 28th…

scan0123 Letter to The Ford Motor Company Ltd. regarding a visit from their Lincoln representative.
View original record X Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.10/KW. 2nd November,1935. Your Ref: ARS/H.30.10.35. The Ford Motor Company Ltd., Dagenham, Essex. For the attention of Mr. A.R. Smith. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter…

scan0124 Letter to The British Thermostate Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss thermostatic problems.
View original record X1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.7/KW. 4th November, 1935. The British Thermostate Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter…

scan0125 Telegram received by telephone regarding an appointment.
View original record ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. TELEGRAM RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE. Time Received: 10.17. Date: 6.11.36. To: Raynes Derby. By: AJ. from: London L52 16. Message: regret unable keep appointment tomorrow will arrange day…

scan0126 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. regarding a drawing and calculations for a Bonnet Louvre Thermostat.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF…

scan0127 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. regarding incorrect calculations for a Bonnet Louvre Thermostat.
View original record X1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.2/KW. 19th November,1935. Your Ref: WMH/GN.12.11.35. The British Thermostat Co., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, I have…

scan0128 Letter discussing bellows load calculations, pointing out design inaccuracies, and requesting further information on radiator curves.
View original record -2- HS/Std.2/KW.19.11.35. When cold load acting ↓ = spring - (V.P x M.A.) - Bellows load = 10 - 0 - 12 = -2 lbs. When hot load acting ↑ (V.P. x M.A.) - (spring + rate 1¼") + Bellows load = 6 x 5.7 -…

scan0129 Revised calculations for bellows for use with a bonnet louvre scheme suggested by the British Thermostat Co.
View original record Hs/Std.2/KW.19.11.35. Revised Calculations for Bellows for use with Bonnet Louvre Scheme suggested by British Thermostat Co. Required travel of rod operating shutters - 0.50" " force on " - 10 lbs.…

scan0130 Review of a book on thermostats published in the I.A.E. journal.
View original record Rm Thermostats X1328 21-11-34. Copy of review of book on thermostats herewith. This was book was reviewed in the I.A.E. journal this year. Rye Steadman

scan0131 Review of the book 'Thermostats' by Roosevelt Griffiths, discussing temperature control technology.
View original record Thermostats by Roosevelt Griffiths 1934 157 pp 10/- (Chas: Griffin & Co: Ltd) The author of this book has surveyed the whole extensive field of temperature control. The very copious bibliographical…

scan0132 Summary of a book on automobile coach painting, carburettor 'hot spotting', and thermostats.
View original record temperature, automobile coach painting, and 'hot spotting' of carburetters. The book is illustrated throughout with excellent line diagrams - good photo -graphs & half tone illustrations of commercial…

scan0133 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a Bonnet Louvre Thermostat.
View original record STEADMAN X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER MEMBERS…

scan0134 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. to Mr. C. Steadman regarding the sending of charts.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. X1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: M.…

scan0135 Requesting the despatch of a Calorstat part on loan to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd.
View original record X1328 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Hs/Std.9/KW.4.12.35. Will you please despatch to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Lane, Sunbury, Middlesex, one Calorstat to E.80893. This is being sent on loan, as…

scan0136 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and testing of Calorstats.
View original record X 1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.8/KW. 4th December, 1935. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Lane, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We understand from our Mr.…

scan0137 Letter concerning corrections to calculations on a drawing for thermostat bellows.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. Steadman THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments.…

scan0138 Page 2 of a letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the design of bellows for thermostats.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. which would probably be the ideal, is made with a minimum wall thickness of .007", for which bellows the rate approaches 30 lbs. per ½" travel. We would make up a…

scan0139 Design calculations and specifications for a Bonnet Thermostat.
View original record Rolls-Royce Bonnet Thermostat. 2.3/8" o/d Bellows. Wall thickness .006". Single wall type. 19 convs. Rate 12 lbs/1/2". Mean Area = 3.36 sq.inches. Temp: 35°/45°C. VP 0 / 6 lbs.sq.inch. Load required…

scan0140 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding an experimental Bonnet Louvre Thermostat.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. X1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS:…

scan0141 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. apologising for a delay in replying regarding the manufacture of Calorstats part no. E. 80893.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. (FBI LOGO -…

scan0142 Quotation letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for Calorstats part number E. 80893.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of…

scan0143 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting a missing cooling chart that compares different matrix types.
View original record X1328 Hs/Std.26/KW. Exptl. Dept. 20th December, 1935. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Capt. M. Payne. Dear Sirs, We have received the copies of…

scan0144 Thermostatic water temperature control for cars with dummy shutters.
View original record To E. X1328 Hs/Std.25/KW.20.12.35. Thermostatic Control of Water Temperature for Cars with Dummy Shutters. We understand that there is a possibility of dummy shutters (as per Packard) being used on…

scan0145 The return of a bonnet shutter operating thermostat borrowed from The British Thermostat Co.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. /1328 Hs/Std.5/KW.23.12.35. We are sending into the Central Stores a bonnet shutter operating Thermostat, which was lent to us by Messrs. The British Thermostat Co. Will you…

scan0146 Letter from F. W. Miller & Co. acknowledging a request for a further sample coil.
View original record STEADMAN X1328 CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY & ON AIR MINISTRY LIST. TELEPHONE: SPRIngfield 1410. TELEGRAMS: Miller, SPRIngfield 1410. Birmingham. Milarna Works, 68, Nansen Road, Sparkhill, BIRMINGHAM,…

scan0147 Tests conducted on thermostatically controlled bonnet shutters, comparing a Ph.III car with a Lincoln.
View original record To E. c. to Wcr. c. to By. c. to Mx. Thermostatically Controlled Bonnet Shutters - LeC.4698. In connection with the above scheme, we have carried out the following tests - (1) Temperatures under the…

scan0148 Conclusions and summary on the effectiveness of thermostatically controlled bonnet and radiator shutters.
View original record -2- Conclusions. (a) As long as the radiator shutters are controlling the water temperature of the car, the bonnet shutters will not exercise any control over the under bonnet temperature. This is…

scan0149 To suspend work on thermostatically controlled bonnet louvres for the Phantom III following test results.
View original record X1328 To RHC. Hs/Std.2/JH.6.1.36. Thermostatically Controlled Bonnet Louvres for Ph.III We have tested the single bonnet side with thermostatically controlled shutters which you have built for us, and…

scan0150 Letter to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the design and testing of a bonnet louvre thermostat.
View original record X1326 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.S/KW. 7th January, 1936. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letters of…

scan0151 Letter discussing the price quote for an E.80893 Calorstat, comparing it to a competitor's price and requesting a reduction.
View original record -2- Hs/Std.8/KW.7.1.36. We should like to thank you for the assistance which you have given us in this matter. With regard to your letter of Dec. 16th, 1935, in which you quote us 22/6d. for one…

scan0152 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. regarding a delay in providing particulars for a proposed Shutter Thermostat.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. [LOGO: FBI -…

scan0153 Letter from a supplier discussing the benefits and combination of water thermostats and thermostatically controlled radiator shutters.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. [FBI LOGO - INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER] [MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF…

scan0154 Instructing a change to the calorstat spring for various vehicle models.
View original record x1328 To RHC. Hs/Std.17/KW.14.1.36. Confirming our conversation with HPS., will you please fit to the calorstat of 22-G-V a spring as used on Spectre (E.83210). This should also be done on the…

scan0155 Letter to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd. discussing a discrepancy in radiator core performance data and calculations.
View original record X1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.10/KW. 23rd January, 1936. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Capt. Payne. Dear Capt. Payne, Many thanks for the curves…

scan0156 Page 2 of a letter asking for clarification on a discrepancy.
View original record -2- Hs/Std.10/KW.23.1.36. We cannot account for this discrepancy and should be very much obliged if you could point out any factor which you have accounted for and which we have omitted. Thanking you…

scan0157 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. proposing a trial of a radiator steam valve and requesting the supply of a bellows assembly.
View original record X1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.14/JH. 3rd Febuary, 1936. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are proposing to try a…

scan0158 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. confirming an order for a radiator bellows steam valve and requesting duplicate prints.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. (FBI LOGO - FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER) THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT…

scan0159 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. concerning the dispatch of duplicate prints.
View original record V1328 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Std.16/KW. 6th February, 1936. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, As requested in your letter of…

scan0160 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter and four duplicate drawings, and confirming the urgency of the order.
View original record X1328 Telephone: SUNBURY 456 (4 LINES). Codes: BENTLEY'S, WESTERN UNION. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY COMMON. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: M.…

scan0161 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting a Teddington Thermostat.
View original record 1328 Experimental Dept. 12th November 1936. Rm/Std.29/AP. Messrs The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Will you please…

scan0162 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. confirming the immediate dispatch of one thermostat.
View original record Handwritten Top: 1328 1280 1328. Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. [FBI Logo] INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER THE BRITISH…

scan0163 Internal request to send an official order for a 'Teddington' Thermostat for Vauxhall or Bedford models.
View original record 1328. To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. to G/JWH. Rm/Std.30/AP.12.11.36. Will you please send an official order to Messrs The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, for one "Teddington"…

scan0164 Letter from Thomson & Taylor requesting a reliable manufacturer for Aneroid bellows type thermostats for cooling systems.
View original record TELEPHONE BYFLEET 520 & 521 TELEGRAMS TEEANTEE, BYFLEET RAILTON Cars THOMSON & TAYLOR (BROOKLANDS) LTD BROOKLANDS TRACK WEYBRIDGE SURREY (CHIEF ENGINEER REID A. RAILTON) 31st December, 1936. ALSO AT…

scan0165 Letter to R.A. Railton regarding the choice of thermostats from different manufacturers for car and aero engines.
View original record 13-28 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/Gry2/R. 1st January 1937. R.A. Railton, Esq., Messrs. Thomson & Taylor (Brooklands)Ltd., Brooklands Track, Weybridge, SURREY. Dear Mr. Railton, Mr. Robotham is away for a…

scan0166 Requesting modification of a thermostat casing based on a provided print.
View original record r 1328 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.6/AP.10.3.37. We send you herewith a thermostat casing EB.619 - and a marked up print of EB.619 - SK.5049. Will you please have the casing modified as shewn on the…

scan0167 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a request for a complete water bypass thermostat unit for Bentley cars.
View original record 1328 11th March 1937. Rm/Std.20/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are considering…

scan0168 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. confirming a telephone conversation and an upcoming meeting with Mr. Steadman.
View original record 1328. Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: M.…

scan0169 Letter from the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of four thermostats for testing.
View original record 1328. Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF MANUFACTURERS…

scan0170 Requesting a distance piece be made for thermostat casing tests, based on sketch SK.5053.
View original record Y1328 . To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.17/AP.22.3.37. We send you herewith sketch SK.5053 - will you please have this distance piece made for tests which we are carrying out on a thermostat casing on the…

scan0171 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding test results of an unbalanced thermostat and requesting information on alternatives.
View original record 1328. 19th April 1937 Rm/Std.13/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have now tested…

scan0172 List of queries concerning the design, failure modes, and supply of thermostat components.
View original record 4. What position would the valve take up on either the type of thermostat which we have tried, or on B.G.A.3357.A. thermostat, if the bellows punctured.? 5. What provision is made on B.G.A. 3357.A.…

scan0173 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. regarding issues with thermostats and proposed modifications.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0174 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing thermostat failure modes, air leakage, and supply quantities.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. (4). In the event of bellows failure the valve of all our motor car type thermostats moves to the open position, that is to say, the by-pass is closed off. In some cases…

scan0175 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the testing of supplied thermostats and a request for a quotation for a future order.
View original record 1328 26th April 1937 Rm/Std.11/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. Your Ref. WMH/GN: For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We…

scan0176 Internal request to place an official order for two thermostat units with specific temperature settings.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. to G/JWH. 1328 Rm/Std.2/AP.28.4.37 Will you please arrange to send an official covering order to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., for two thermostat units to drawing B.G.A.…

scan0177 Request for two thermostat units with different temperature settings to drawing B.G.A.3357.A.
View original record 1328 28th April 1937 Rm/Std.1/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us by…

scan0178 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation for 200 thermostats and the return of tested units.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: M. PAYNE,…

scan0179 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. confirming the dispatch of two thermostats with different opening temperatures.
View original record Handwritten: Thermostat (Bentley) Handwritten: 1328. Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD.…

scan0180 Quotation from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. for 200 units of Thermostat EB.667 with a proposed modification.
View original record Handwritten: Thermostat (Bentley) Handwritten: 1328 Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (5 LINES). Code: BENTLEY'S. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. [Logo: FBI - FEDERATION OF BRITISH…

scan0181 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. concerning a price quotation.
View original record Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. We hope, however, that the price which we have quoted will not be considered excessive. Yours truly, THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. p.p' W.Martin-Hurst. Director.

scan0182 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation and proposed modification for a thermostat.
View original record 1328. RM/Std.17/AP 3rd. May 1937. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst Dear Sirs, We thank you for your…

scan0183 Requesting parts from car B.56.BN be fitted to car B.23.AE, along with a standard Bentley fan.
View original record j. 1328 To HPS. from Rm/Std. Rm/Std.9/AP.3.5.37 We are putting B.23.AE. into the Shop and would like you to fit up on this car the thermostat outlet and induction pipe assembly etc. which you fitted…

scan0184 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. providing a quotation for Bellows Elements.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0185 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. confirming a despatch.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. from spinnings, and they will be despatched to-morrow without fail. Yours truly, THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. W.Martin-Hurst. Director.

scan0186 Letter to a supplier regarding issues with thermostat samples.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.16/AP. 10th May 1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your…

scan0187 Thermostat performance, noting undesirable variations and a potential future order for modified units.
View original record -2- the valve and its seating (b) a .002 feeler can just be inserted between the bellows plate and the full open stop. This shows a considerable departure from the 75°C. opening temp. requested and…

scan0188 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. responding to comments on sample thermostats, model BGA.3357A.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S Handwritten: 1328…

scan0189 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a faulty part, sample quality, and a proposed visit.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. In view of the fact that it is not open until 95°C. is reached, it appears to have partially lost its charge. Will you therefore be good enough to return it to us for…

scan0190 New drawings for the Bentley II Chassis water temperature regulator.
View original record 1328 S(T) hoteu Rm/STD So. MFRS c. Rm/Std. BY/CS5/EH.21.5.37. Re Bentley II Chassis - Cylinder - Section 5050. LeC.5655 - Water Temperature Regulator. Please receive herewith blue prints of the…

scan0191 Detailing, testing, and modification of a Bentley water temperature regulator for a fixed shutter radiator.
View original record 1328 To By. from Rm/Std. We believe you have just received LeC.5655 (Bentley water temperature regulator for use with fixed shutter radiator) for detailing purposes. We should like you to detail this…

scan0192 Testing and return of two thermostats from the British Thermostat Co.
View original record 1328 To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Std.4/JH.14.5.37. We send you herewith two thermostats which were sent to us for test purposes by the British Thermostat Co. Will you please return these thermostats to…

scan0193 Covering order for four thermostats from the British Thermostat Co.
View original record To Roy. c. to B/JWH. 1328 Rm/Std.2/JH.14.5.37. Will you please send a covering order to the British Thermostat Co. for the four thermostats which we have ordered as per attached copy of letter.…

scan0194 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. returning original thermostats and requesting modified replacements for testing.
View original record 13 2 8 Experimental Dept. Rm/Std.3/JH. 14th May. 1937. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs,…

scan0195 The return of a thermostat to the British Thermostat Co.Ltd.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. to G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.5/AP.19.5.37 We send you herewith one thermostat to B.G.A. 3357.A. Will you please return this to the British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury,…

scan0196 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd regarding the return of a thermostat for correction.
View original record 1327 Rm/Std.4/AP. 19th May 1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd, Teddington Works, Wind-mill Road, Sunbury, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, As requested in your letter of the…

scan0197 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the return of two thermostats and the manufacture of a further four.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S DIRECTORS: W. A. PAYNE.…

scan0198 Letter chasing an outstanding order for four thermostats from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record May 27th 1937 Rm/Std.9/AP. 1328 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are still awaiting the four…

scan0199 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. confirming they are proceeding with an order for four thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0200 Request to fit a thermostat scheme to a car for testing before fitting it to another car.
View original record d To HPS. 1328 Rm/Std.10/JH.21.6.37. Will you please have the thermostat scheme to LeC.5655 (instructed for 6-B-IV car) fitted to 3-B-IV car in garage now, so that we can get some tests done on this…

scan0201 The modification of three Bentley thermostat casings.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.3/AP.25.6.37 We send you herewith Rm.401 which shows a modification to Bentley thermostat casing EB.3321 (detailed for scheme LeC.5655). You have ordered four sets of…

scan0202 Requesting a set of parts for a Bentley Thermostat rig test.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.4/AP.26.6.37 Will you please hand to Rm/Std. the second of the four sets of parts to LeC.5655 (Bentley Thermostat) so that we can carry out some rig tests on the…

scan0203 Modification of a Bentley thermostat casing.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.9/AP.1.7.37 We hand you herewith a Bentley thermostat casing to EB.3321. Will you please have this modified as shown on Rm.406 (Attached) Rm/Std.

scan0204 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding disappointing test results of a thermostat scheme on a Bentley car.
View original record Experimental Dept. Rm/Std.1/JH. 1st July, 1937. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have now…

scan0205 Letter discussing issues with thermostat BGA.2073A, requesting modified versions, and asking for a quotation.
View original record -2- As regards the thermostat to BGA.2073A with a permanently open bypass, this appears to be a good deal more satisfactory and gives a running temperature of 78 - 80°C. in the cylinder head with very…

scan0206 Quotation letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for 200 'Teddington' thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0207 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing thermostat specifications and plating options.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S. THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0208 The closing page of a letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record Page 2 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. you will find satisfactory. Yours truly, THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. f/p. W. Martin-Hurst. Director.

scan0209 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. questioning a price quotation for thermostats and requesting a cost breakdown for modifications.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std5/R. 3rd July, 1937. The British Thermostat Co.,Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr. Martin Hurst. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letters of the 2nd…

scan0210 Letter from the Experimental Department requesting a sample motor for car heater tests.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.3/AP. Experimental Department 8th July 1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs,…

scan0211 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting the manufacture of three thermostats.
View original record 1328 Experimental Department Rm/Std.4/AP. 9th July 1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs,…

scan0212 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting two new thermostats with modified seating diameters.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.3/AP. Experimental Department 9th July 1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs,…

scan0213 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing the price difference between standard and modified thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S Handwritten: Steadman 132-8 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific…

scan0214 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the price justification for part BGA.2073A.
View original record Page 2 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. BGA.2073A, including as it does the tool charges for the production of the special valve seat, is not an unreasonable price compared with that quoted by our…

scan0215 Tests on alternative thermostat schemes for a Bentley car to reduce costs.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.1/AP.9.7.37 BENTLEY WATER TEMPERATURE REGULATING THERMOSTAT - SCHEME FOR REDUCED COST. We have completed tests on 3.B.1V. car on the Bentley thermostat scheme to…

scan0216 Arranging the despatch of two thermostats to the British Thermostat Co. for alteration.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.5/AP.9.7.37 We are sending into the Stores two thermostats, will you please despatch same to the British Thermostat Co. Teddington Works, Windmill Road,…

scan0217 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the return of two thermostats, part number BGA. 2073.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 Lines). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO. LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. TEDDINGTON WORKS.…

scan0218 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation for thermostats and the cost of plating.
View original record 1328 Experimental Department July 12th.1937 Rm/Std.o/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs,…

scan0219 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding progress on the supply of small heater motors.
View original record 1328 Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0220 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. confirming the production of three thermostats to drawings Ex.28300 & Rm.369.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 Lines). Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: W. A.…

scan0221 Confirming a delay in parts release for M. series Bentley thermostat schemes.
View original record To RHC/JMW. from Rm/Std. c. By/CS. 1328 Rm/Std.14/AP.16.7.37 BENTLEY Referring to our conversation of yesterday - this is to confirm that - (a) You are holding up release of the parts on M. series…

scan0222 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a 4d allowance for plating thermostat units.
View original record 1328, Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of…

scan0223 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. regarding the delivery of special thermostats and parts for testing.
View original record (328. Rm/Std.6/AP. July 16th 1937 The British Thermostat Co. Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We should be obliged if you…

scan0224 The despatch of thermostat fittings and casing to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. /328. Rm/Std.17/JH.16.7.37. We are sending into the central stores three sets of thermomtat fittings together with a thermostat casing (EB.619) which are to be despatched to the…

scan0225 Typed list of component parts with their corresponding quantities and part numbers.
View original record 3 Spindles - Ex.28301. 3 Valves - Ex.28336. 6 pins - E.18658. 1 valve - EB.680. 1 valve nut - EB.681. 1 washer - EB.691. 1 nut - K.4322. 1 washer (spring) - K.9012. 1 Thermostat casing - EB.619. 1…

scan0226 Letter from Harrison Radiator Division concerning the price and specifications of thermostats.
View original record HARRISON 1328. HARRISON RADIATOR DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION LOCKPORT NEW YORK July 21, 1937 Udw Th/SJD Rolls-Royce Limited Derby England Attention: Mr. C. S. Steadman Gentlemen: Replying to…

scan0227 Returning two thermostats to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for rectification.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.6/AP.27.7.37 We send you herewith two thermostats to B.G.A. 2073.A. which are to be returned to the British Thermostat Co.Ltd., marked for the attention of…

scan0228 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding thermostats opening at an incorrect temperature.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.5/AP. July 27th.1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have received the…

scan0229 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. concerning the return and correction of two thermostats that open at the incorrect temperature.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S [Logo: FBI INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER] [Logo: BT LTD REGISTERED TRADE MARK] [Logo:…

scan0230 Cancelling instructions for the Bentley Thermostat Scheme on the Bentley II due to the loss of induction pipe patterns.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 132-C Rm/Std.7/AP.30.7.37 BENTLEY THERMOSTAT SCHEME RM.412 In view of the fact that the Pattern Shop have discovered that the spare set of induction pipe patterns (which we…

scan0231 Payment instructions for an invoice from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record 1328 STEADMAN Rm. G/WFH/CA.7/KI.31.7.37. We have an invoice from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. dated 3rd instant on which we are charged 14/6d. each nett for 2 Thermostats to drawing B.G.A.2073.A.…

scan0232 Official order for two thermostats to be issued to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. G/WFH. 1328 Rm/Std.5/AP.2.8.37 G/WFH/CA.7/KI.31.7.37 Will you please issue the necessary official order to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., covering 2 thermostats to drawing…

scan0233 Request to place an official order for a thermostat casing and thermostat for a 1937 25.HP. Vauxhall car.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. G/JWH. 1328 Rm/Std.9/AP.4.8.37 Will you please send an official order to Messrs Oscrofts, Derby, for a thermostat casing complete with thermostat for a 1937 25.HP. Vauxhall…

scan0234 Fitting of thermostat schemes to Bentley cars for comparison purposes.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.12/AP.4.8.37 We wish to fit thermostat schemes LeC.3488 and Rm.415 to Bentley cars 1.B.lV. and 5.B.lV. respectively, the former car as soon as possible, so that we can…

scan0235 Requesting a damaged thermostat be sent to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for repair.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. B.G.A.2673.A. We send you herewith one damaged thermostat to Will you please return this to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Lane,…

scan0236 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the failure of a thermostat during testing and requesting comments.
View original record 1328 August 12th 1937. Rm/Std.1/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are returning to…

scan0237 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. about a faulty thermostat with a fractured bellows.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. CODE: BENTLEY'S [Handwritten: 1328] THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments.…

scan0238 Invoice from Harrison Radiator Division for 3 Thermostat Assemblies.
View original record Rm/Std. 1320 G/WFH/BF.49/MV.27.8.37. We have received an invoice from Harrison Radiator Division, Lockport, New York for 3 Thermostat Assemblies total value $1.02 If this is correct for payment please…

scan0239 Request for a covering order for 3 thermostat assemblies received from the Harrison Radiator Corporation.
View original record To Roy from Rm/Std. C. to G/WFH. 1328 Rm/Std 3/MH. 30.8.37. Will you please send a covering order to the Harrison Radiator Corporation, Lockport, New York, for 3 Thermostat Assemblies to their drawing…

scan0240 Letter requesting four modified thermostat units from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for experimental purposes.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.11/MR. 6th. September 1937. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin Hurst. Dear Sirs, Referring to…

scan0241 Request for a quotation for a modified thermostat, involving the elimination of a ball valve and the drilling of a hole.
View original record 2. Rm/Std.11/MH. we would like to receive at your earliest convenience a quotation for this thermostat in the above form - the elimination of the ball valve (and subsequent sweating operation) and the…

scan0242 Inquiry to Vauxhall Motors regarding the reliability of a thermostat from the British Thermostat Co.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.5/MH. 7th. September 1937. Messrs. Vauxhall Motors Ltd., Luton, Beds. For the attention of Mr.A.Taub. Dear Sirs, We are contemplating standardising a thermostat similar to that shown on…

scan0243 Letter from a supplier confirming the production of four thermostats with modifications and advising on despatch.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. TEDDINGTON WORKS. DIRECTORS: COL. N. HUDSON. J. E. SHERLOCK W. F. P. MARTIN-HURST }…

scan0244 Letter from Vauxhall Motors regarding their experience with cooling system thermostats.
View original record Vauxhall Motors Ltd CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY. LUTON. BEDS. TELEPHONE NUMBER 2600 LUTON. TELEGRAMS CARVAUX, TELEX, LUTON WHEN REPLYING PLEASE QUOTE → OUR REF: 289/AWL/KW…

scan0245 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. providing a revised quotation for thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO, LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: COL. N. HUDSON. J. E. SHERLOCK } MANAGING. W. F. F. MARTIN-HURST } L. S.…

scan0246 Letter to Vauxhall Motors Ltd. discussing thermostats on their cars and arranging a meeting to standardise a similar unit.
View original record Rm/Std.1/MR. 10th. September 1937. Messrs. Vauxhall Motors Ltd., Luton, Beds. For the attention of Mr.A.W.Larking. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of the 8th. inst. for which we thank you, we note…

scan0247 Payment for thermostats received from the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. without an official order.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std. G/WFH/CA.4/WP.11.9.37. We have received two invoices from the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. on which we are charged with 2. Thermostats part No.2073 at 14/6d each and 3. Thermostats to…

scan0248 Request for a covering order for four thermostats ordered from the British Thermostat Co.
View original record To Roy. C/JWH 1328 Rm/Std.7/JH.13.9.37. Will you please send a covering order to the British Thermostat Co. for 4 thermostats to BGA.2073A modified in accordance with our drg. EB.3410. These were…

scan0249 Request to issue an official order for thermostats to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. to G/WFH. 1328 Rm/Std.5/JH.13.9.37. G/WFH/CA.4/WP.11.9.37. Will you please issue the necessary official order to the British Thermostat Co.Ltd., covering 3 thermostats to…

scan0250 Letter to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. confirming a modification to an order for four thermostats.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.7/JH. 13th September, 1937. Messrs. British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr.Martin Hurst. Dear Sirs, This is to…

scan0251 Inquiry to Rover Motor Co. Ltd. about the reliability of bellow thermostat units.
View original record Rm/Std.1/AP. September 13th 1937 1328 Messrs Rover Motor Co.Ltd., COVENTRY For the attention of Capt. S.B.Wilks. Dear Sirs, We are contemplating standardising a thermostat similar to that shown on The…

scan0252 Letter to Vauxhall Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss thermostatic water temperature control.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.6/MH. Messrs. Vauxhall Ltd., Luton, Beds. 14th. September 1937. For the attention of Mr.Larking. Dear Sirs, As discussed with your Mr. Larking over the telephone, the writer will call to…

scan0253 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. requesting a price quote for a thermostatic bypass system for Bentley cars.
View original record 1378 Rm/Std.1/MH. 14th. September 1937. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. Dear Sirs, We are shortly going into production with a thermostatic bypass system of water…

scan0254 Letter from The Rover Company regarding thermostat usage, service trouble rates, and an enclosed drawing.
View original record 1328 TELEPHONE: No 8081 (7 Lines) ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS London Service Depot: SEAGRAVE ROAD . FULHAM . LONDON . S-W-6. Contractors to H. M.…

scan0255 Letter from S. Smith & Sons discussing thermostat designs and offering alternative arrangements.
View original record 106 1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S.…

scan0256 Letter from S. Smith & Sons proposing various thermostat arrangements and referencing specific drawings.
View original record R.P.81 S. SMITH & SONS (MOTOR ACCESSORIES) LTD., CRICKLEWOOD WORKS, LONDON, N.W.2. CONTINUATION NO 1. Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited. 16th September, 1937 Arrangement D. Precisely the same as A, B & C,…

scan0257 Visit to Vauxhall Motors Ltd. to discuss the reliability of thermostats supplied by the British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record To By.from Rm/Std. c. Hs. c. Da. File 1328 Report on Visit to Messrs. Vauxhall Motors Ltd., to discuss reliability etc. of thermostats supplied by the British Thermostat Co. Ltd., On Wednesday,…

scan0258 Vauxhall's thermostat testing methods and cooling system performance.
View original record 2. (4) Messrs. Vauxhall's method of testing thermostats is to take a percentage each month from a batch of deliveries and check them (a) opening and full open temperature. (b) for resistance to…

scan0259 Summary of observations on competitor pump glands and thermostat units, with recommendations for development.
View original record 3. (d) That they have recently standardised a gland of the Morgan Stuart carbon seating ring type on their 25.H.P. car, mounting the rotor shaft on permanently sealed ball bearings. This is of…

scan0260 Diagram showing a modification to the thermostat top plate assembly to prevent leakage.
View original record SWEATED FAILED HERE OLD CONSTRUCTION BELLOWS PLATE FILLED WITH SOLDER NEW CONSTRUCTION INCREASED 'TURN OVER' DIAGRAM SHOWING MODIFICATION TO THERMOSTAT TOP PLATE ASSEMBLY, TO PREVENT LEAKAGE IN…

scan0261 Letter to a supplier regarding failures of experimental thermostats and requesting design modifications on future orders.
View original record 1328 18th September 1937 Rm/Std.1/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames. Middlesex. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, In connection with…

scan0262 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the standardisation of a thermostat unit.
View original record Thermostat 1328 Rm/Std.9/AP. September 20th 1937 Messrs S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood works, LONDON N.W.2. Dear Sirs, For the attention of Mr.F.Knox Referring to your letter of the 16th inst., ref.…

scan0263 Tests at Brooklands on a 6.B.1V car fitted with a Marston dummy shutter and thermostat for the M. series Bentley.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. Hs. c. MX. REPORT ON TESTS CARRIED OUT ON BROOKLANDS WITH 6.B.1V. CAR FITTED WITH MARSTON MADE DUMMY SHUTTER ASSEMBLY AND THERMOSTAT SCHEME TO Rm.415 These tests were…

scan0264 Results of a test on the 6.B.1V cooling system on the road and at Brooklands Track.
View original record (1) RESULTS OF TEST ON 6.B.1V. COOLING SYSTEM ON ROAD AND BROOKLANDS TRACK. (a) During run to track. Mean water temp. (Outlet from engine) 81.5°C. Max. " " " " 83°C. Min. " " " " 80°C. Air Temp. 17°C.…

scan0265 Summary report on the cooling system being standardised for the Bentley M. series.
View original record -2- Rm/Std.11/AP .20.9.37 SUMMARY The cooling system which we are standardising for Bentley for M. series is quite satisfactory as regards adequacy of cooling and temperature control. The operation,…

scan0266 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding an incorrect drawing and the dispatch of two valve stem top plate assemblies for examination.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: COL. N. HUDSON. J. E. SHERLOCK W. P. F. MARTIN-HURST } MANAGING. L. S.…

scan0267 Letter from S. Smith & Sons to C.S. Steadman arranging a meeting to discuss two separate matters.
View original record 105 1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING & ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S.…

scan0268 Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. arranging a meeting to discuss matters from a previous letter.
View original record 1328 RM/Std.2/LH. 24th. September 1937. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. F.J.Grosé Thermostatic Control Dept. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter…

scan0269 Letter from S. Smith & Sons confirming a meeting with Mr. C.S. Steadman.
View original record 105 13287 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION 1918 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. S.…

scan0270 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. clarifying a dimension on a thermostat drawing.
View original record 1328 28th September 1937 Rm/Std.3/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst Dear Sirs, In making our detail…

scan0271 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. confirming a dimension on Drawing No. EB.3410 is correct.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) 1328 [Logo: FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER FBI] [Logo: JB REGISTERED TRADE MARK] [Logo: MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF…

scan0272 Letter to Vauxhall Motors requesting information on their water pump gland design and experience with 'No-Co-Ro' corrosion inhibitor.
View original record September 30th.1937 Rm/Std.2/AP. Messrs Vauxhall Motors Ltd., LUTON, Beds. For the attention of Mr.Larking Dear Sirs, When the writer was at your Works recently, Mr.Larking was good enough to give him…

scan0273 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the testing of a drop-in type thermostat sent on a loan account.
View original record 105 1328. ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING S.Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd…

scan0274 Letter to a supplier regarding the failure of a thermostat during testing.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.14/MR. Messrs. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middx. 5th. October 1937. For the attention of Mr. Martin Hurst. Dear Sirs, Since we have received the…

scan0275 Page 2 of a letter regarding the return of defective parts.
View original record -2- Rm/Std.14/MH. We are returning to you to-day, the defective parts and would like to hear from you at the earliest possible moment. Yours faithfully, for ROLLS-ROYCE LTD.

scan0276 Return of a failed thermostat to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record 1328. TO D/BP. c. to G/Mt. Rm/Std.12/JH.5.10.37, We are sending into the central stores one thermostat which has failed. Will you please despatch this to the British Thermostat Co.Ltd., marking it…

scan0277 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting the repair and supply of two thermostats with specific operating temperatures.
View original record 1325. RM/Std/6/MH. Messrs. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., 6th. October 1937. Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames. Middx. For the attention of Mr. Martin Hurst. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us, by…

scan0278 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. concerning a faulty thermostat where the valve head became loose due to a melted soldered joint.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: COL. N.…

scan0279 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing a ball valve failure and thermostat testing.
View original record Page 2 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. In view of this failure we do not feel very happy about the inner joint as it cannot be finally inspected when the ball valve is in position. It is also possible that…

scan0280 Development of an improved and cheaper thermostat system for the B.III model.
View original record To: By/NS. from Rm/Std. c.c. Ds. c.c. By. 2oob 1328. B.III THERMOSTAT SYSTEM. As the result of tests carried out now that the weather is colder, and with the aid of the cold chamber, we have…

scan0281 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing soldering methods for a valve head.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.7/MH. Messrs. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames. Middx. 9th. October 1937. For the attention of Mr. Martin Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter of…

scan0282 Letter discussing experimental methods for thermostats, including soldering techniques and pressure testing.
View original record 2. RM/Std.7/MH. of solder dropped onto valve head and casing external, this being the method we used on one experimental until whose casing came off. This method is not pretty, but would avoid any…

scan0283 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding Advice Notes for a P.V. type Thermostat.
View original record 105 1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S.…

scan0284 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. concerning the assembly and testing of a thermostat valve head.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. CODE: BENTLEY'S Handwritten top center: 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific…

scan0285 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a bellows unit pressure test.
View original record Page 2 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. the postscript of your letter dated the 5th Oct. A pressure of 50 lbs/sq.in. applied externally to this bellows unit will cause it no harm. Yours truly, THE BRITISH…

scan0286 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. reporting on a thermostat pressure test.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. (FBI Logo)…

scan0287 Thermostat from S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. left for testing purposes on a loan account.
View original record To G/Mt. from Rm/Std. c. D/BP. 1328 Rm/Std.16/MH.14.10.37. We have a thermostat (B.V. type) which Mr. Grose (of Messrs.S.Smith & Sons, Ltd.,) left with us for test purposes and which was to be…

scan0288 Instructing modifications to the cooling system of car 1.B.IV due to issues with the thermostat scheme.
View original record To HPS. 1328 Rm/Std.4/JH.14.10.37. 1.B.IV. Car. We have had serious trouble on 6.B.IV and 3.B.IV car with the thermostat scheme which is about to be standardised on Bentley (M series). It is therefore…

scan0289 The dispatch of a thermostat to central stores and its subsequent return.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.10/JH.16.10.37. We are sending into the central stores one thermostat. Will you please return this to the British Thermostat Co. marking it "for the attention of…

scan0290 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a thermostat bellows failure and proposed solutions.
View original record 1328 16th October 1937 Rm/Std.4/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your two…

scan0291 Following up on an outstanding invoice for Thermostat Assemblies and requesting payment authorization.
View original record Typed: Rm/Std. G/WFH/CA.30/WP.16.10.37. We confirm our memo of the 27th August, reference G/WFH/BF.49/MV advising you of the receipt of an invoice from Harrison Radiator Division, Lockport, New York…

scan0292 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. confirming a meeting with Mr. Steadman.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S (FBI Logo) FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER (BTD Logo)…

scan0293 Letter from Harrison Radiator Division regarding an outstanding invoice for thermostat assemblies.
View original record HARRISON HARRISON RADIATOR DIVISION GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION LOCKPORT NEW YORK October 18, 1937 Handwritten: 1328? Mr. C. S. Steadman Engineering Department Rolls Royce, Limited Derby, England Dear…

scan0294 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting modifications to two thermostats.
View original record 1327 October 20th.1937. Rm/Std.C/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlx. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst Dear Sirs, Confirming our…

scan0295 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the modification, testing, and supply of two thermostat assemblies.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: COL. N.…

scan0296 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. regarding the pressure testing and distortion of Vauxhall pattern thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S [Logo: FBI FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER] [Logo: JB…

scan0297 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting a pressure test and investigation into thermostat design improvements.
View original record 132-8 26th October 1937. Rm/Std.10/AP. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington works, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst Dear Sirs, As discussed over the telephone…

scan0298 Recalling a standardisation sheet for a Bentley radiator thermostat scheme due to failures and issuing a revised design.
View original record To By. c.c. to RHC. c.c. to Hs. 1328 Rm/Std.10/JH.26.10.37. As discussed with you we are recalling the standardisation sheet issued for the Bentley radiator with dummy radiator shutters and thermostat…

scan0299 Dispatch of two thermostats for examination and their subsequent return.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.2/MH.27.10.37. We are sending into the central stores two thermostats which have been sent for examination. Will you please return these to The British…

scan0300 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing the testing of two thermostats and requesting modified units.
View original record x 1328 Rm/Std.4/MH. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Teddington Works, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. 27th. October 1937. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Further to our letter of…

scan0301 Letter requesting modified Vauxhall units with specific technical requirements.
View original record -2- tested and would like you to send us two units as outlined above, i.e. Standard Vauxhall unit (no ball valve) with - (1) stiffened bottom plate. (2) .064 bleed hole. (3) Set to open at 80°C ± 1°C…

scan0302 Revised thermostat scheme for a Bentley radiator with dummy shutters.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.11/AP.27.10.37. Thermostat scheme for Bentley Radiator with Dummy Shutters. Referring to the revised scheme which you are drawing for the Bentley thermostat - the…

scan0303 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the testing and supply of thermostat components.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. TEDDINGTON WORKS.…

scan0304 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. regarding thermostat testing, design modifications, and pricing.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. TEDDINGTON WORKS. Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. Telegrams & Cables:…

scan0305 Page 2 of a letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding thermostats and modifications.
View original record Page 2 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. thermostats we are sending before supplying the stronger frames, as they will be costly to make up specially. Replying to the last paragraph in your letter of the 27th…

scan0306 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. asking for clarification on which Smith's unit part is being used for experiments on the Bentley.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. Windmill Road,…

scan0307 List of parts and modifications for the Bentley 11 thermostat system and thermometer bottle.
View original record HFS. Rm. Rm/Std. 1328 BY/NS.4/G.30.10.37. BENTLEY 11. THERMOSTAT SYSTEM AND THERMOMETER BOTTLE. Please receive herewith two blueprints of the folowing, and an extra print of parts marked @ :- S.CD.141…

scan0308 Potential standardisation of the Bentley fixed shutter radiator.
View original record By. from Rm. Hs. Rm.1/AP.1.11.37. BENTLEY FIXED SHUTTER RADIATOR. The attached summary indicates the work we have been doing on radiators since J.B.1V. completed 15,000 miles. Owing to the uncertainty…

scan0309 Brief summary of four different thermostat schemes tested, detailing their advantages and disadvantages.
View original record BRIEF SUMMARY OF THERMOSTAT SCHEMES TESTED. (1) LeC.3488 (5/8" bypass automatically cut-off at high water temps.) - scheme as fitted to original 15 Bentley cars for short period. Ran 15,000 miles in…

scan0310 Summary comparing three different cost-saving schemes involving thermostat units and water pressure.
View original record -2- SUMMARY (1) LeC.3488 scheme run on J.B.LV. car because nothing else available at time. (2) Rm.415 scheme developed to save cost - approx. £1. cheaper than LeC.3488 scheme and utilise thermostat…

scan0311 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding the postponement of a thermostatic bypass system due to unsatisfactory running experience.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.5/MH. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlx. 2nd. November 1937. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have received…

scan0312 Correspondence regarding a drop-in thermostat unit, requesting drawings and a list of supplied units.
View original record -2- Rm/Std.5/MH: the opinion that for our installations, the drop in type of unit with automatically cut off bypass is probably the best compromise from all points of view. Accordingly, future running…

scan0313 Invoice for a thermostat and a request for payment instructions.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std. G/WFH/CA.74/WP.2.11.37. We have an invoice from the British Thermostat Co. Ltd., dated 8th ulto., on which we are charged 6/0d, plus 6d postage for 1. Thermostat B.G.A.2073.A which they…

scan0314 Letter concerning the postponement of thermostat standardisation and enclosing a new drawing for an interchangeable unit.
View original record 1328 Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. CODE: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. TEDDINGTON WORKS.…

scan0315 Advice note detailing the cost of thermostats related to drawing BGA.2073.
View original record MESSRS. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. Thermostat - Generally to Drawing BGA.2073. Your Order No. Our Advice Note. Cost. Letter 22.11.37. 2 thermostats. 56962. 6/- each. (Plus P.C.T. £3.2.6d) " 6.10.37. 1…

scan0316 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting a quotation for small diameter bellows.
View original record 200B 1328- Rm/Les.5/MH. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. 4th. November 1937. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are considering…

scan0317 Order for three thermostats from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record To Roy. from Rm/Std. c. G/WFH. 1328 Rm/Std.2/AP.4.11.37. Will you please send an order to The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., for three thermostats generally to drawing BGA.2073 (at 6/- each) and part…

scan0318 Letter requesting a price estimate for a 'drop in' type thermostat from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.2/AP. 11th November 1937 The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr.Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, Referring to the…

scan0319 Letter to S.Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding a 'Drop In' type thermostat, requesting its opening temperature and a quotation for 200 units.
View original record 1328 11th November 1937. Rm/Std.4/AP. Messrs S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, LONDON N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.Grosé Dear Sirs, Referring to the 'Drop In' type thermostat to your drg.…

scan0320 Quotation from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for 200 Drop-in Type Thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S Handwritten: 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments.…

scan0321 Quotation from S. Smith & Sons for Smiths Bellows type Thermostats.
View original record 105 1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY THE KING ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES)…

scan0322 Confirming the decision to adopt a complete thermostat unit from an external supplier.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. c. RHC. c. Hs. 1328 Rm/Std.1/MH.13.11.37. Referring to Rm/Std.9/MH.11.11.37 RHC has agreed that the second alternative given therein should be adopted, i.e. the thermostat to come…

scan0323 Returning an incorrect thermostat for a replacement from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. Rm/Std.5/WH.15.11.37. 1328 We are sending into the stores one thermostat to drawing X.30065 - this was sent to us by Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., but has an incorrect…

scan0324 Letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd regarding a quotation and the return of a unit.
View original record Rm/Std.6/IH. + 1328 Messrs.S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood works, London. N.W.2. 15th. November 1937. For the attention of Mr.Grose. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter of 12th. inst., for which…

scan0325 Letter from S. Smith & Sons (Motor Accessories) Ltd confirming the despatch of a B.V. Thermostat for testing.
View original record 105 1328 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON.…

scan0326 Arrangement of the thermostat, piping, and other connections for the Bentley 111.
View original record BY/NS. (crossed out) C. Rm. 1328 (handwritten) 200B (handwritten) DA.13/G.17.11.37. Holiu Pm/STD (handwritten) 1328- (handwritten) STEADMAN (handwritten vertically on left margin) BENTLEY 111 -…

scan0327 Letter to Dennis Bros. Ltd. requesting information on thermostat operational issues due to cooling water deposits.
View original record 1328 RM/Std.8/JH. 23rd. November, 1937. Messrs. Dennis Bros. Ltd., Guildford, Surrey. For the attention of Mr. J. Milne. Dear Sirs, We understand from our representative Mr. R. Matthews, who visited…

scan0328 Costs of various aluminium castings for different vehicle parts.
View original record Rm. from Hs/LS. 1328 Hs./LS.1/T23.11.37. COSTS OF CASTINGS. Further to our conversation of the other day, the following figures might be of some interest. 1. Aluminium castings The cost of various…

scan0329 Cost comparison for iron castings between outside suppliers and in-house foundry.
View original record Hs./LS.1/T23.11.37 contd: 2. Iron Castings Roy. has been making some enquiries for us regarding the price we should have to pay to outside suppliers for major castings in Iron. The figures he quotes…

scan0330 Thermostat assembly failure during endurance testing due to the bellows rubbing on the aluminium casting.
View original record To By. from Rm/Std. c. HS. c. Da. c. HPS. c. RHC. Rm/Std.7/HH.25.11.37. BENTLEY THERMOSTAT SCHEME Lec.3488. We have fitted one of the thermostat assemblies to Lec.3488 and Rm.369 (as being…

scan0331 Sketch showing the cause of thermostat failure due to the casing's actual contour fouling the bellows.
View original record MACHINING SHOULD CONTINUE THUS CASING EB619) CORRECT CONTOUR BELLOWS DOTTED LINE SHOWS ACTUAL CONTOUR OF CASING, FOULING BELLOWS. SKETCH SHOWING CAUSE OF THERMOSTAT FAILURE (LEC3688 SCHEME) ON TEST…

scan0332 Letter from Dennis Bros Ltd discussing issues with thermostat bellows caused by hard water and proposing an alternative design.
View original record ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM AND NOT INDIVIDUALS TELEGRAMS: DENNIS GUILDFORD TELEPHONE: GUILDFORD 1575 (7 LINES) OUR REF. JM/CS. YOUR REF. RM/SJDS/JH. BY APPOINTMENT HEAD OFFICE AND…

scan0333 Letter from Dennis Brothers Limited discussing the service life and performance of thermostat bellows.
View original record -- 2 -- The period of service which has been obtained from the normal type bellows varies very largely according to the district, and in Kent, where we have observed water with 28° of hardness, the…

scan0334 Letter from Dennis Brothers Ltd. regarding sending a corrected blueprint for a thermostat arrangement.
View original record ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE FIRM AND NOT INDIVIDUALS BY APPOINTMENT HEAD OFFICE AND WORKS DENNIS BROS LTD COMMERCIAL VEHICLE AND FIRE ENGINE MANUFACTURERS GUILDFORD SURREY ENGLAND…

scan0335 Letter to a supplier regarding the production and supply of a thermostat unit for a Bentley.
View original record RM/Std.1/MH. 1328 29th. November 1937. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middx. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are shortly going into production…

scan0336 Inquiry to AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the potential supply of Harrison thermostats.
View original record Rm/Std.3/MH. 1328 The AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd., 30th. November 1937. Dunstable, BEDS. For the attention of Mr. Corbin. Dear Sirs, The writer understands from Mr. Saunders of the Harrison…

scan0337 Letter from AC-Sphinx Sparking Plug Co. Ltd. regarding the potential manufacturing of the Harrison thermostat.
View original record 1328 AC-SPHINX SPARKING PLUG Co. LTD. DIRECTORS: N.F.Stockbridge, W.O.Kennington, C.J.Bartlett. DUNSTABLE, BEDS., ENGLAND. Telegrams: SPHINX, DUNSTABLE. Telephone: DUNSTABLE 360. Our Ref. NFS/GEB.…

scan0338 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. discussing methods for fixing an internal tube to a bellows plate.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.1/MH. 3rd. December 1937. Messrs. The British Thermostat Co, Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs,…

scan0339 Letter regarding the manufacturing process for a tube and bellows plate, advising a delay on drawing alterations.
View original record 1328 Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) FBI LOGO (FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES) INCORPORATED BY ROYAL CHARTER DIRECTORS: COL. N. HUDSON. J. E. SHERLOCK W.P.F. MARTIN-HURST } MANAGING. L.S.…

scan0340 Instructions for setting and checking the thermostat unit for the 'M' Series Bentley.
View original record To RHC. from Rm/Std. c. Da. c. By. c. Roy. THERMOSTAT SCHEME FOR 'M' SERIES BENTLEY. This scheme which is Lec.3488 with certain modifications, has now been finally instructed. We give you herewith a…

scan0341 Instructions for the assembly, testing, and supply of thermostat units and associated components.
View original record -2- Rm/Std.S/WH.3.12.37. The water outlet (EB.620) is then fitted to the casing (EB.619) and the complete unit is ready for fitting to the car. We do not anticipate any need to check individually the…

scan0342 Letter requesting quotations for three different types of thermostat units from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.4/MH. 8th. December 1937. Messrs. The British Thermostat Co. Ltd., Teddington Works, Windmill Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have…

scan0343 Request for a quotation for thermostat units.
View original record -2- 8th. December 1937. (4) Thermostat unit to BGA.3754, opening temperature 80° ± 1°C, in lots of 1000. If you could let us have these quotations with a minimum of delay we would be very grateful.…

scan0344 Letter to S. Smith & Sons, Ltd. regarding an American thermostat being sent for inspection.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.6/NH. 14th. December 1937. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons, Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Haviland, Works Manager. Dear Mr. Haviland, As promised during our…

scan0345 Instructing the dispatch of a thermostat made by Harrison Radiator Corporation to Messrs. Smiths for examination.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.5/MH.14.12.37. We are sending into the central stores one thermostat (made by the Harrison Radiator Corporation of America). Will you please despatch this to…

scan0346 Quotation from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. for various types of thermostats.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. TEDDINGTON WORKS.…

scan0347 Quotation for thermostats from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd.
View original record Page 2. Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd.(cont'd) - 14/12/37. 4. 1,000 Thermostats, to our Drg. BGA. 3754, set to open at 80°C. ± 1°C. 7/- each. As above but fitted with ball valve:- 7/3d.each. We think the…

scan0348 Invoice from S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd for a thermostat and a request for payment instructions.
View original record Rm/Std. ------- 1328 G/WFH/CA.80/MV.15.12.37. ----------------------- Works Rm/580 We have an invoice from S.Smith & Sons (M.A.)Ltd. dated 18th ulto on which we are charged 15/6d. plus 6d. postage for…

scan0349 Request to fit a thermostat scheme to a B.23.AE car.
View original record To HPS. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.1/MH.16.12.37. Will you please fit the thermostat scheme instructed under By/NS.4/G.30.10.37 to B.23.AE car as soon as possible. If you will inform us when the pieces…

scan0350 Design considerations for the Bentley 50 thermostat and fan drive system.
View original record To Da. from Rm/Std. c. By. Rm/Std.1/MH.17.12.37. 1044 1328 BENTLEY 50 THERMOSTAT AND FAN DRIVE ETC. Referring to sheeme PD.64, no thermostat is shown on thedrawing, but one will be required since B.50…

scan0351 Water flow arrangement for a project engine with a conventional valve layout.
View original record -2- Rm/Std.i/MH.17.12.37. be similar to that drawn for B.III. Waterflow for the conventional valve lay out project engine should be arranged so that the water flows from the front to the rear of the…

scan0352 Requesting the order of a thermostat unit and related parts for 'M' series Bentley cars.
View original record To HPS. 1328 Rm/St.3/JH.17.12.37. Will you please order from the British Thermostat Co. one thermostat unit to EB.3509. This will necessitate sending them parts EB.3508 (valve stem) EB.3507 (valve)…

scan0353 Letter to The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. requesting a sample thermostat.
View original record 1328 Rm/Sta.2/JH. 17th December, 1937. The British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We have received your letter of…

scan0354 Letter from The British Thermostat Co. Ltd. enclosing Drawing No. BGA. 3786 for a Bellows Unit.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. DIRECTORS: COL. N. HUDSON: J. E. SHERLOCK } MANAGING. W. F. P. MARTIN-HURST L. S.…

scan0355 Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging correspondence regarding a thermostat.
View original record 105 13248 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY BY APPOINTMENT TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON. CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON. CODES: MARCONI,…

scan0356 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. confirming a sample thermostat is being made to drawing BGA. 3754.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 Lines) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S 1328 THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific Instruments. Windmill Road,…

scan0357 Despatch of a master thermostat casing for setting thermostats on 'M' series Bentley cars.
View original record To D/BP. from Rm/Std. c. G/Mt. 1328 Rm/Std.6/MH.23.12.37. We are sending into the central stores one master thermostat casing complete with two valves and valve nut - the whole to assembly WKS.549.…

scan0358 Forwarding a master casing for thermostats to the British Thermostat Co. Ltd. and increasing an order.
View original record 1328' To HPS. Rm/Std.9/JH.23.12.37. Further to our Rm/Std.3/JH.17.12.37. RHC/SB. has handed the master casing for setting thermostats to EB.3509 to us and after examination we are today forwarding it…

scan0359 Letter to British Thermostat Co. Ltd. regarding a master thermostat casing and an increased order.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.9/JH. 23rd December, 1937. Messrs. British Thermostat Co.Ltd., Windmill Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames. MIDDLESEX. For the attention of Mr. Martin-Hurst. Dear Sirs, We are today forwarding to you…

scan0360 Letter from The British Thermostat Co., Ltd. regarding an order for thermostats, referencing drawings and parts.
View original record Telephone: SUNBURY-ON-THAMES 456 (6 LINES) Telegrams & Cables: THERMOSTAT, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES. Code: BENTLEY'S [Handwritten at top: 1328] THE BRITISH THERMOSTAT CO., LTD. Makers of Scientific…

scan0361 Forwarding a copy of a letter sent to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd.
View original record To G/WFH. from Rm/Std. 1328 Rm/Std.1/MH.30.12.37. Referring to your G/WFH/CA.80/MV.15.12.37. We attach herewith a copy of a letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. which is self-explanatory. As soon as…

scan0362 Letter to S.Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding an invoice for a thermostat and a request for a second one for testing.
View original record 1328 Rm/Std.2/MH. 30th. December 1937. Messrs. S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr. Grosé. Dear Sirs, The writer understands from our Accounts Dept. that…

scan0363 Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding a misunderstanding over a charge for a B.V. Thermostat, code X.30065.
View original record 105 1328. CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY [Crest: ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896] TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (20 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE,…

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