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Advert, W G Walker & Sons, Ayr, Scotland
Advert for W G Walker & Sons, Chemical and Lamp Black Manufacturers, Ayr, Scotland.
1905
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at the W.G. Walker & Sons factory in Ayr, Scotland, circa 1905. The company, renowned as Chemical and Lamp Black Manufacturers, was a significant player in the Scottish industrial scene during the Edwardian era. The image showcases the factory's impressive chimney stack, billowing smoke into the sky, a testament to the energy and production taking place within. The factory produced a range of products, including tarmac, tar, and macadam, which were essential components in the construction industry. The distillation process, as depicted in the photograph, was a crucial part of the manufacturing process for producing lamp black, a type of carbon used in the production of ink and paint. The scene is filled with a sense of industry and progress, with workers in protective gear tending to the distillation pots, while others load and unload barrels. The use of horses for transportation adds a touch of tradition to the modern industrial setting. This photograph is a fascinating snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the daily life and workings of a Scottish chemical manufacturing company during the early 1900s. The image is a valuable souvenir of Ayr's rich industrial history and the important role that W.G. Walker & Sons played in it.
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