Monotype Keyboard Machine

Monotype Keyboard Machines are a type of equipment used in the printing, duplicating, and bookbinding industry. They are classified under the supply class Printing, Duplicating, and Bookbinding Equipment in the supply group Special Industry Machinery.

Monotype Keyboard Machines are used for typesetting and composing text in the printing process. They were widely used in the early 20th century before the advent of computerized typesetting. These machines allowed operators to manually select and arrange individual metal type characters, which were then used to create printing plates for various printing applications.

The Monotype Keyboard Machine consists of a keyboard with keys representing different characters, a casting mechanism, and a storage system for the metal type characters. The operator would use the keyboard to select the desired characters, which would then be cast into a line of type using molten metal. This line of type could then be used for printing newspapers, books, or other printed materials.

Overall, Monotype Keyboard Machines played a significant role in the history of printing and typesetting, providing a manual method for creating high-quality printed materials. However, with the advancement of digital technology, these machines have become less common in modern printing operations.