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What was an early product?
Early products: Initially made methanol, methyl acetone, and by-products from wood distillation, but soon shifted to photographic chemicals to support Kodak’s film production
What did Eastman develop in 1956 and patented by Harry Coover?
Notable innovation: Eastman’s research team developed cyanoacrylates (“super-glue”) in 1956, patented by Harry Coover
In the 1950s acetate yarn became TEC’s major product, with annual sales of $130 million. In the early 1950s Eastman expanded production and formed what?
Texas Eastman Company (Longview).
Who did Eastman buy land from? later expanding to 300 acres for over $1 million
American Wood Reduction Company in July 1920 DD**
What did George Eastman create to enrich the lives of employees, retirees, and contractors?
Recreation legacy: George Eastman believed recreation shaped character, inspiring the Eastman Recreation Club in Kingsport, which offers year-round activities for employees, contractors, and retirees DD**
General Leslie Groves, commanding officer of the Manhattan Project, recognized TEC’s achievement in the production of RDX and utilized the resources of the company in the operation of the Y-12 plant (known as Clinton Engineering Works) at what location?
Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
First site purchase: Eastman bought how many acres for the first site?
Eastman bought 35 acres
What year did Eastman become independent from Kodak?
Modern company: In 1994, Eastman became an independent entity from Kodak, now a global specialty materials maker producing chemicals, fibers, and plastics
H. G. “Herb” Stone (1897-1976) led the effort to develop RDX and served as works manager of the Holston Ordnance Works. Soon TEC was manufacturing RDX and ________ in the large quantities needed to win the war in the European theatre.
Composition B
What impact did Eastman on World War 1?
Disrupted German supplies
Who was the first general manager?
Leadership: Perley S. Wilcox was first general manager, later chairman of Eastman Kodak, while James C. White became general plant superintendent
In 1941 the National Defense Research Committee (NDRC) contacted TEC general manager James C. White and requested the initiation of a pilot plant for the manufacture of what?
In 1941 the National Defense Research Committee (NDRC) contacted TEC general manager James C. White and requested the initiation of a pilot plant for the manufacture of the powerful explosive RDX
What year was Eastman Founded?
Founded in 1920 by George Eastman, originally as the Tennessee Eastman Corporation, to secure a steady supply of photographic chemicals. after World War I disrupted German supplies
Kodak connection: What pushed Eastman to invest in chemical plants like Kingsport?
Kodak connection: The ongoing antitrust suit against Kodak pushed Eastman to invest in chemical plants like Kingsport, shifting focus from cameras to materials
The Kingsport Site was chosen partly for its access to what?
The Kingsport site was chosen partly for its access to Appalachian hardwoods and the Clinchfield Railroad, making it ideal for both chemical and photographic supply needs