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"A shaft-bearing secured to the floor, and used for running countershafts and lines when they cannot conveniently be suspended from the ceiling-joists." -Whitney, 1911

Floor Hanger

"A shaft-bearing secured to the floor, and used for running countershafts and lines when they cannot…

Illustration of a 14 inch lathe, countershaft, line shaft, and belt connections.

Long Lathe

Illustration of a 14 inch lathe, countershaft, line shaft, and belt connections.