Home > Architecture > Industrial
Open Hearth Furnaces, National Tube Co. Lorain, Ohio, USA
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Open Hearth Furnaces, National Tube Co. Lorain, Ohio, USA
Open Hearth Furnaces, National Tube Co. Lorain, Ohio, USA Date: circa 1906
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 18073069
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Chimneys Freight Furnaces Gantry Hearth Heavy Ohio Tube Wagons
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images from the Grenville Collins
> North America
> United States of America
> Ohio
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1906, showcases the Open Hearth Furnaces of the National Tube Company in Lorain, Ohio, USA. The National Tube Company was a leading producer of steel tubing in America during the early 1900s, and this image offers a unique glimpse into the industrial processes that made the company a success. The open hearth furnaces, the heart of the operation, are prominently featured in the photograph. These massive structures were used to produce steel by melting iron ore, coal, and limestone in a high-temperature environment. The molten steel was then poured into molds to create tubes, which were used in various industries such as automotive, construction, and transportation. Surrounding the furnaces are heavy rail cars and wagons, ready to transport the molten steel to the next stage of production. In the background, a gantry crane looms over the scene, suggesting the heavy lifting required to move the large quantities of raw materials and finished products. The chimneys, belching out thick plumes of smoke, are a testament to the intense heat and energy required to produce steel in this manner. The scene is a powerful reminder of the industrial might of America during the early 1900s and the critical role that companies like the National Tube Company played in shaping the country's economy and infrastructure. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on the industrial processes that transformed the United States into a global industrial powerhouse.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
