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Big Outfit for Coal Exhibition

23rd September 1955
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Keywords : Cranleigh, Waverley

A MOBILE exhibition unit comprising a Dennis Pax and a Dyson trailer was put 'on the road this week as part of the campaign for national domestic fuel efficiency by the Coal Utilisation Council. The outfit measures 51 ft. long overall. Bodywork of the vehicles was built by James Whitson and 'Co., Ltd., Yiewsley, West Drayton; iddx.

The bodies are of composite con(ruction with light-alloy panelling and flooring of non-slip aluminium. On the near side of each unit is a large hinged flap which, when opened, forms a canopy over a platform. The platform and entry steps may be stowed for transport inside the vehicles.

Lockers are provided under the floor for equipment and the storage of solid fuel. Each unit has a large Perspex ventilator in the roof. Film-projection equipment is carried, and living accommodation for the Frew is provided. There are eight heating appliances in the exhibition and One is used far heating the water supply.

The interior has been decorated in contemporary style, whilst the exterior is in the Council's livery of yellow with black and red signs and lettering. During the next two months, the exhibition will visit Cranleigh, Guildford, Godalming, Midhurst, Chichester, Bognor, Crowboro ugh, Cranbrook and Tunbridge Wells.

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Organisations: Coal Utilisation Council
People: James Whitson

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