Fax Machines

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  • First fax machine.

    The first fax machine was invented by Alexander Bain

  • Bain's Patent

    Bain's patent was for "improvements in producing and regulating electric currents, timepieces, electric printing, and signal telegraphs."

  • Pantelegraph was invented.

    The pantelegraph was invented and presented in front of Napoleon.

  • Pantelegraph started operation.

    The Pantelegraph was invented as a better version of Bain's fax machine and was used in Lyon and Paris in 1965.

  • Telautograph was invented.

    The telautograph was a device to send signatures across distances because signatures were a way to verify bank accounts and the identification of a person.

  • Radiofax was invented

    Radiofax is a method of transmitting fax through a radio signal. It is still used today for transmitting maritime maps and other similar documents.

  • First modern fax machine.

    Alexander Muirhead developed the first modern fax machine.

  • Present day fax machines.

    Fax machines have undergone significant changes, including introducing wireless, colour, and even 3D capabilities. Many businesses, such as law firms, healthcare centres, banks, and insurance companies, still rely on fax machines.