Frank Vale
Frank Walter Blake Vale | |
|---|---|
| Born | 26 October 1908 |
| Died | 21 May 2006 (aged 97) Victoria, Australia |
| Nationality | Australia |
| Awards | Japan Medal |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Refrigeration |
Frank Walter Blake Vale (26/10/1908 - 21/5/2006) was best known as a pioneer of the Australian cold storage industry and the Victorian dairy factory industry.[1]
Early life and education
Vale was born on 26 October 1908 (one of 12 children) in "TOORA" South Gippsland, Victoria, Australia
Vale's parents and their children lived on an estate at Tarwin Meadows, a large dairy property with 1,000 cows, his father being a bookkeeper for the business. Frank attended school at Tarwin Meadows, finishing school in 8th grade at 14 years of age obtaining his merit certificate with a high rating.[2]
Memoria
His distinguished career in the industry is widely recognized and acknowledged through the "Frank Vale Award" which is presented annually at the Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association of Australia (RWTA) Conference and Exhibition to an outstanding young achiever.[3]
References
- ^ Vale, Dianne. "Farewell Frank Vale". Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association of Australia. Retrieved 18 February 2019.
- ^ "Frank Walter Blakek Vale" (PDF). Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association of Australia. 27 April 1999. Retrieved 18 February 2019.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Frank Vale "Future Leaders" Award". Refrigerated Warehouse & Transport Association of Australia. Retrieved 18 February 2019.