Summan paperitehdas, Industrial architecture in Vehkalahti, Finland.
Summan paperitehdas was a large industrial complex on the coast with three medium-sized paper machines for producing different types of paper. The facility contained multiple buildings for production, processing, and storage arranged as a connected factory site.
The paper mill started operations in 1955 and produced newsprint and specialty papers for about 50 years until production stopped in 2008. Its closure marked the end of a long manufacturing era in the region.
The buildings reflect the design approach of the 1950s industrial era with clean lines and functional forms typical of that period. This style represents Finland's approach to manufacturing architecture during its post-war development.
Access to the site is limited since it is now a secure data processing facility that cannot be visited publicly. The industrial buildings can be seen from the outside from the road.
The site still contains the original factory fire brigade station with specialized vehicles from the paper production era. This equipment is a rare example of the infrastructure that large mills needed for fire safety.
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