Ferro-concrete Workshop blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: From an iron foundry established in the late 18th century Rose Downs and Thompson developed an engineering business specializing in machinery for the edible oil industry. Constructed in 1900, this Ferro-concrete Workshop was the first using the Hennebique system

The Ferro-concrete Workshop, constructed in 1900, is significant as it represents the first building in the UK to utilize the innovative Hennebique system of reinforced concrete construction, marking a pivotal advancement in engineering and architectural techniques.