EPISODE · Nov 10, 2023 · 8 MIN
BHS e434-Frank Curtis, West Brattleboro Inventor
from The Brattleboro Historical Society Podcast · host Brattleboro Historical Society
In the late 1800's French Canadian immigrant Frank Curtis invented a machine that could automatically make screws. He and his sons would go on to refine the machining components and further develop his invention. Eventually, the machining platform developed by Curtis would be used to create products for a variety of industries. Today, many vehicles around the world contain Curtis-manufactured parts. The image shows the original Curtis Mill in West Brattleboro. Here's the story...
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In the late 1800's French Canadian immigrant Frank Curtis invented a machine that could automatically make screws. He and his sons would go on to refine the machining components and further develop his invention. Eventually, the machining platform developed by Curtis would be used to create products for a variety of industries. Today, many vehicles around the world contain Curtis-manufactured parts. The image shows the original Curtis Mill in West Brattleboro. Here's the story...
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BHS e434-Frank Curtis, West Brattleboro Inventor
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