Ice technician at work
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Ice technician at work
Image: © Lis Burke Taken: 24 Oct 2008
Preparing the ice for some national play-offs at Dewar's rink. The machine is pushed up and down the ice to scrape the surface clear, then a 'pebble' effect is applied by directing a fine spray of water onto the ice. This provides the right surface for curling.
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Image Location
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56.395336
Longitude
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