Nylon production, 1950s C018 / 0672
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Nylon production, 1950s C018 / 0672
Nylon production. Factory worker carrying out sizing of new nylon yarn at DuPonts nylon production factory at Seaford, Delaware, USA. Sizing involves a protective coat being applied as the yarn passes over rollers. After sizing, yarn is stored in a controlled atmosphere for 36 hours to permit the solution to set. Knitters and weavers boil off the solution in the final manufacturing step. Nylon was a new material discovered by the DuPont Company in 1935. Full-scale production started in 1939, and nylon was used in a variety of products such as toothbrushes and stockings. Photographed in around the 1950s
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1900s 1950s Delaware Dupont Company Factory Machine Machinery Manufacture Manufacturing North American Nylon Producing Production Protective Reel Size Spinning Textile Thread Threads Worker Yarn Reels Seaford Sizing
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This print from the 1950s showcases the fascinating world of nylon production at DuPont's factory in Seaford, Delaware, USA. In this particular scene, a dedicated factory worker is diligently carrying out the crucial sizing process on new nylon yarn. As the yarn passes over rollers, a protective coat is skillfully applied to ensure its durability and quality. The significance of this step becomes evident as we learn that after sizing, the yarn is stored in a controlled atmosphere for an impressive 36 hours to allow the solution to set properly. This attention to detail highlights the meticulous nature of manufacturing nylon during this era. Nylon itself was an innovative material discovered by DuPont back in 1935. By 1939, full-scale production had commenced, leading to its widespread use in various products like toothbrushes and stockings. The impact of nylon on both industry and everyday life cannot be overstated. In this snapshot of history captured by HAGLEY ARCHIVE / SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we witness not only advanced machinery but also witness firsthand how human ingenuity combined with industrial technology revolutionized textile production. The image portrays a hardworking Caucasian man immersed in his task within an industrial setting that symbolizes progress and innovation. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come technologically while honoring those who played pivotal roles in shaping our modern world through their dedication to manufacturing excellence.
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