REFINING THE CRUDE Part 8

Description

Shows various activities in the production of petroleum and its refined products. Reel 1, a diagram shows petroleum byproducts, some of which are seen in use. Oil is transported to a refinery and processing begins. Reel 2, oil is distilled and naphtha is refined. Shows how sulphuric acid and caustic soda are made. Reel 3, wax is removed from paraffin-base oils and packaged. Lubricating oils are distilled. Reel 4, byproducts are tested, canned, barrelled, and shipped in boats, trains, and trucks. Demonstrates the use of gas masks and fire fighting apparatus at a refinery.

Collection

Records of the U.S. Bureau of Mines

Series

Public Information Films and Video Recordings