ferrostatic

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They embraced the depth of chill to be imparted to chilled rolls and railway wheels, and in the case of traction wheels, the width of chill in the tread; preparation of the chills by coating with various carbonaceous matters, lime, beer grounds, or, occasionally, some mysterious compost and moulds, selection and mixture of pig irons, methods and plant for melting, suitable heat for pouring, prevention of honeycombing, ferrostatic pressure of head, etc.

Various - Scientific American Supplement, No. 586, March 26, 1887