Iggesunds Bruk, Industrial museum and paperboard factory in Iggesund, Sweden
Iggesunds Bruk is an active paperboard mill with two modern production machines operating daily at the site. The factory processes raw wood into finished products and ships these worldwide to customers.
The facility began in 1685 as an ironworks producing metal goods. It shifted to papermaking in 1771 and evolved over the centuries into a leading cardboard manufacturer.
Workers from local families have shaped the identity of this place over many generations through their daily labor. The site shows how industrial work has been woven into the community's life for centuries.
Visitors can explore the mill through organized tours and observe production firsthand on site. It helps to plan ahead since the workshops are only accessible at certain times.
The mill produces a special carton paper found in duty-free shops at airports around the world. This material is prized for its high print quality and used by luxury brands globally.
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