Rayon production, 1950s C018 / 0654
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Rayon production, 1950s C018 / 0654
Rayon production. Gloved hand touching a strand of rayon as it is produced. This is the manufacturing process for acetate rayon. Liquid viscose is transformed in a chemical bath into cellulose filaments. As the liquid emerges from the spinneret, rayon filaments form, followed by a rayon fibre. This production is at a DuPont factory. The DuPont company licensed the rayon manufacturing process and produced this textile from 1920 to 1960. Photographed in around the 1950s
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1900s 1950s Factory Gloved Hand Hand Manufacture Manufacturing North American Producing Production Rayon Spinneret Textile Textiles Thread Threads Worker
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This print from the 1950s showcases the intricate process of rayon production, specifically acetate rayon. In this image, a gloved hand delicately touches a strand of rayon as it emerges from a chemical bath. The transformation begins with liquid viscose being immersed in the bath and gradually turning into cellulose filaments. As the spinneret releases the liquid, it takes shape and forms into fine rayon filaments before ultimately becoming a strong rayon fiber. This particular manufacturing process took place at a DuPont factory, where they held exclusive rights to produce this textile between 1920 and 1960. The photograph captures not only the historical significance of American industrialization but also highlights the advancements in technology during that era. The monochrome image adds an air of nostalgia to this snapshot from North America's textile industry. The presence of an adult Caucasian worker emphasizes both human labor and expertise required for such intricate manufacturing processes. It serves as a reminder of how individuals played crucial roles in driving technological progress. With its attention to detail and focus on thread formation, this print offers viewers a glimpse into an important chapter in history - one that shaped industries and impacted people's lives throughout the 20th century.
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