Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Compressors – Commercial
AN INTEGRAL HP COMPRESSOR (1 TO 2 HP), BY INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER, MODEL T, CIRCA 1948 – A distinctive compressor in design and styling, marketed by a “come-lately” company to the field of refrigeration machinery, a well known supplier to the Canadian agricultural sector, hoping to secure a market share in the then rapidly expanding, specialised niche market for farm milk can cooling.
Industrial Significance:
In the 1940’s through early 60’s the farm milk cooler trade in Canada, was a strong market for refrigeration equipment. With many small milk producers scattered over the country side, prior to the dramatic changes starting in the 1960’s which would consolidate the industry, weeding the small farm production unit.
