OTK matchstick factory

The industrial brick structure features large windows that illuminated the match production areas throughout daily operations at Tikkutehtaanrinne street.

Established in 1926 by the cooperative wholesale company Osuustukkukauppa, the factory employed 80 workers during the 1930s manufacturing matches.

The factory represents Finnish industrial development of the early 20th century, incorporating functionalist architectural elements common in manufacturing facilities.

Located at coordinates 61.50226 latitude and 23.723783 longitude, the structure maintains protection status under local town planning regulations.

Workers at the factory utilized aspen wood sourced from the nearby Näsijärvi area to produce matches during its operational period.

Location: Tampere

Inception: 1926

Founders: Osuustukkukauppa

Industry: manufacturing industry

Address: Tikkutehtaanrinne 3

GPS coordinates: 61.50226,23.72378

Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:42