Design Stories: Exploring Everyday Things

The Need for Cooling in a Changing Climate

The post-1950s era saw a gradual increase in summer temperatures, which likely contributed to the growing demand for household fans. Air conditioning was not yet widely available, making electric fans like the Torcan 866P essential for maintaining comfort in homes and offices. This period also coincided with a rise in consumerism, as households eagerly adopted new technologies that promised convenience and modernity. Ownership of such appliances became a measure of wealth and status, a trend that persists in contemporary society. The Torcan 866P, with its practical design and reliability, became a symbol of this era's technological progress and middle-class aspirations.

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