Copper Industry in Detroit, Michigan, USA
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Copper Industry in Detroit, Michigan, USA
Copper Industry in Detroit, Michigan, USA Date: 1906
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Copper Crucible Detroit Ingots Ladle Michigan Molten Pour Pouring Pours Crucibles Ingot
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This photograph, taken in the bustling city of Detroit, Michigan, USA, in the year 1906, offers a glimpse into the rich industrial history of copper production in America. The image showcases the intricate and labor-intensive process of molten copper being poured from crucibles into ingots. The scene is set in a large, dimly lit factory, where the air is thick with the scent of heated metal and the clanging of machinery. Workers, dressed in protective gear, stand nearby, ready to assist in the pouring process. The crucibles, glowing with the fiery orange hue of molten copper, are carefully lifted by large, sturdy cranes and emptied into ladles. The molten copper is then skillfully poured into long, rectangular molds, forming perfect ingots. Copper, a valuable and versatile metal, was in high demand during this era due to its use in various industries, including electrical wiring and construction. Detroit, with its abundant natural resources and strategic location, became a hub for copper production in the United States. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the American industrial revolution. It highlights the intricacies of the copper production process and the dedication of the workers who made it possible. As we look at this image, we are transported back in time, to an era of innovation, progress, and industrial might.
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