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Sketches at Nobels Dynamite Manufactory, Ardeer, Ayrshire (engraving)
1044195 Sketches at Nobels Dynamite Manufactory, Ardeer, Ayrshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Nobels Dynamite Manufactory, Ardeer)

NOBELs DYNAMITE MANUFACTORY, ARDEER, AYRSHIRE, 1883: 1. Glycerine Nitrating House, Separating and Washing Houses, and Packing House. 2. Nitric Acid Factory. 3

Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire. Cartridge packed with Dynamite made at the factory. From The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1884

Mixing House Girls Rubbing and Mixing Dynamite
Nobel explosives works at Ardeer, Scotland - women mixing dynamite

Mixing Acids Previous to Nitrating
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland

Dynamite at Nobel Works
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland

Nobel Works Scotland
Nobel explosives works at Ardeer, Scotland

Packing House: Packing the Dynamite Cartridges into Boxes
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland: putting Dynamite cartridges into boxes

Mixing Dynamite into Cartridges
Manufacture of Dynamite at Nobel works, Ardeer, Scotland: putting Dynamite into cartridges

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"Exploring the Explosive Legacy: Ardeer's Historic Nobel Dynamite Manufactory" Step back in time to 1883, as we uncover the captivating sketches of Nobels Dynamite Manufactory in Ardeer, Ayrshire. This engraving takes us on a journey through the heart of an explosive industry that shaped Scotland's history. At first glance, we are drawn into the Glycerine Nitrating House - a hub of innovation and precision. Here, skilled chemists meticulously crafted glycerine into a powerful ingredient for dynamite production. The air crackled with anticipation as each drop brought them closer to creating something extraordinary. Moving forward, we witness women diligently packing dynamite cartridges into boxes at Nobel Explosives Company Limited. Their careful hands delicately handled these potentially dangerous devices, showcasing their unwavering dedication and bravery within this perilous environment. Our eyes then fall upon the Gate to Danger Department - a stark reminder of the risks faced by those who worked here daily. Behind these gates lay countless stories of resilience and sacrifice; it was here that safety measures were implemented to protect lives while handling such volatile materials. A glimpse inside reveals a cartridge packed with dynamite - an awe-inspiring testament to human ingenuity harnessed for both construction and destruction alike. Each cartridge held immense power within its slender frame, destined for use in shaping landscapes or aiding mining endeavors across the globe. Further along our exploration, we encounter the Mixing House where women tirelessly rubbed dynamite together under watchful supervision. Their efforts ensured consistency and quality in every batch produced – their commitment evident even amidst potential danger. Before nitrating could occur, acids were mixed precisely – an essential step captured vividly in "Mixing Acids Previous to Nitrating. " These images remind us that behind every explosion lies meticulous planning and scientific expertise honed over years of experimentation. The grandeur of Nobel Works Scotland unfolds before us, a testament to the magnitude of this enterprise.