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1. • • Originally, ropes were made from twisting plant fibres, or anything individuals could source locally, together – and it’s not so different today. Rope making spread to many civilizations, but first became popular with the Egyptians – then moving onto the Chinese dynasties and the rest of the world.
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   Who makes rope?

   • Ropemaking using natural and manmade fibres: Ian Outram, Bristol Rope & Twine Co. Ltd, Master Ropemakers Ltd (also as part of their Chatham Dockyard heritage museum). Museums and heritage organisations who undertake serious rope making, like Chatham Dockyard in Kent or Treak Cliffe Cavern in Derbyshire.

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   Where are master ropemakers?

   • Master Ropemakers as part of the Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent. Use their quarter mile long rope walk and machinery from the Victorian era, as well as on more modern equipment to make rope. The last remaining industrial rope works making rope on a rope walk, and as near as possible on a commercial basis.

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   Where did rope come from?

   • From the thirteenth century in Western Europe, rope was constructed in ropewalks – very long buildings where strands the full length of the rope were spread out and then twisted together to form rope.

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   Where can you make ropes?

   • HMS Trincomalee, Hartlepool – make ropes primarily as a tourist attraction. Treak Cliff Cavern, Derbyshire – make ropes primarily as a tourist attraction. Master Ropemakers as part of the Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent. Use their quarter mile long rope walk and machinery from the Victorian era, as well as on more modern equipment to make rope.

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   What is rope making?

   • Rope making is the process of twisting lots of fibres together to make one strong rope. A rope’s job is to remain wound together, even when contorted or knotted, otherwise it would not have enough tensile strength to pull heavy objects or keep its stability.

   The history of rope making

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   How was rope made in the UK?

   • In the UK, rope making was conducted on an industrial scale but each community would also have had a local ropemaker, and most farms would have made their own rope. The materials were always more expensive than the labour. Companies who mass produce rope and rope products using automated machinery.

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3. blog.weighmyrack.com › all-the-brands-make-sellWho Makes Ropes? See all the brands and manufacturers

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   • Beal – (France) – Starting in 1976, Beal has been changing the game of climbing with breakthroughs like Unicore technology.
   • Black Diamond – Offering various rope options since 2016.
   • Blue Water – (US) – The first American company to make a dynamic climbing rope.
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4. thedockyard.co.uk › master-ropemakers › about-usAbout Master Ropemakers - Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust

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   Rope has been made at Chatham since 1618. Find out more about the types of rope we manufacture at Chatham and the history of our incredible ropewalk and associated buildings.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RopeRope - Wikipedia

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   A rope is a group of yarns, plies, fibres, or strands that are twisted or braided together into a larger and stronger form. Ropes have tensile strength and so can be used for dragging and lifting. Rope is thicker and stronger than similarly constructed cord, string, and twine.

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7. rope-source.co.uk › ropes › the-history-of-rope-makingThe history of rope making - Rope Source

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   • When Were Ropes invented?
   • How Was Traditional Rope Made?
   • How Rope Making Has Evolved

   Rope making has been an essential part of history, and dates back to prehistoric times around 28,000 years ago. Originally, ropes were made from twisting plant fibres, or anything individuals could source locally, together – and it’s not so different today. Rope making spread to many civilizations, but first became popular with the Egyptians – then...

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   Rope was traditionally made in a ropewalk – this referred to the rope factories. These buildings were long, low, and often completely outdoors. Later, ropewalks were either roofed or housed inside. Unlike most other industrial factories, ropewalks were placed outside of cities because of the high fire risk they posed. Due to the extremely long leng...

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   The industrial revolution pushed for steam-powered machines, progressing into electric use. Some electricity powered ropewalks hung around until the mid 20th century. As a rope making method, the ropewalk was efficient but slow and things began to change. The desire for stronger, thicker ropes began with the increase in sea trading. The use of rope...

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8. www.heritagecrafts.org.uk › craft › rope-makingRope making - Heritage Crafts

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   The ancient Egyptians were the first to develop special tools to make ropes. From the thirteenth century in Western Europe, rope was constructed in ropewalks – very long buildings where strands the full length of the rope were spread out and then twisted together to form rope.

9. thedockyard.co.uk › master-ropemakersMaster Ropemakers - Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust

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   Chatham’s skilled Master Ropemakers have a wealth of knowledge and experience and provide rope for a range of uses, which include anything from rigging the world’s mightiest historic vessels, to fenders and battle ropes as well as playing a vital supporting role for a wide range of film and theatre productions.

10. www.discoveryuk.com › how-its-made › how-is-rope-madeHow is Rope Made? - Discovery UK

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    Oct 15, 2022 · In essence, rope is made by twisting or braiding a number of strands of natural or synthetic yarn to make a much stronger and longer-lasting material. Indeed the art of making rope has barely changed since the time of the ancient Egyptians.