Former Shawinigan Aluminum Smelting Complex
Former Shawinigan Aluminum Smelting Complex, National historic site and heritage complex in Shawinigan, Canada.
The industrial complex contains twelve brick buildings positioned on elevated land with views over the Saint-Maurice River and surrounding landscape.
Between 1899 and 1927, the Pittsburgh Reduction Company constructed this aluminum smelting facility, which operated continuously until ceasing production in 1945.
The complex represents the early development of Canadian metallurgy, where the first aluminum ingot in Canada was produced in 1901 at Building 7.
Located at 1 Érables Street, the former industrial buildings now function as galleries and event spaces open to public activities.
The complex integrated hydroelectric power from the Saint-Maurice River with metallurgical processes, establishing new standards for industrial energy efficiency in North America.
Location: Shawinigan
Address: 1, rue des Érables
GPS coordinates: 46.54000,-72.76361
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:41
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