Operating a beautifully restored Robb-Armstrong stationary steam engine. Built in 1897 in Amherst, Nova Scotia, the Armstrong develops 130 horsepower and just over 3400 foot pounds torque at 200 RPM. Cylinder measurements are stated as 12 inches of bore and 12 inches of stroke. This engine utilized a cutoff governor located inside it's flywheel to regulate engine speed by varying the valve events through the use of a centrifugal weight acting upon a moveable eccentric. This engine spent it's working life operating a refrigeration compressor, which it continues to turn to this day in retirement. The ammonia compressor was built by The York Manufacturing Company of York, Pennsylvania. Filmed at Pioneer Acres Museum, Irricana, Alberta.

Song: Ray's Theme
Album: Steamboy (Original Soundtrack)
Artist: Steve Jablonsky

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