Founded in 1906
Acme Foundry has been a supplier of quality ductile and gray iron castings for over a century!
Located on a very busy and somewhat unattractive street connecting St. Paul and Minneapolis, I thought that this was just another old abandoned building. Haven't heard the word "foundry" in a long time, but it obviously is a strong, thriving business. Check it out here. It has some interesting photos on its site.
According to their website: We continue to serve our large and diverse customer base by staying abreast of the times, offering old-fashioned service and craftsmanship, state of the art foundry technology and very competitive pricing.
According to their website: We continue to serve our large and diverse customer base by staying abreast of the times, offering old-fashioned service and craftsmanship, state of the art foundry technology and very competitive pricing.
A good business model in today's world. Interesting looking building probably could use a colourful mural on it to brighten it up.
ReplyDeleteFantastic brick facade!
ReplyDeletethe name acme always reminds me of the roadrunner and coyote!
ReplyDeleteThat's a long time to be in business. I congratulate them.
ReplyDeleteFor some reason, the name "Acme" always makes me chuckle a bit especially when I see it on serious businesses or buildings. I guess that's because it's used so much in cartoons and of course by Garrison Keillor in his Guy Noir skits. Thanks for the link.
ReplyDeleteIt seems suitably old fashioned. I thought the same thing as Tanya.
ReplyDeleteWhat???? Do you mean that we actually make something in this country? I'd investigate why they haven't moved to China. Sorry, I'm being snarky, but it is really nice to know that there are still real manufacturing plants still in existence here!
ReplyDeleteMy friend who restores large antique machinery often has specialty parts cast by foundries like this one. He makes a pattern first. From that the part can be cast. It is still a needed service.
ReplyDeleteI like the brick too! Thanks for the info on the Little Free Libraries. I didn't know about that!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a truly no nonsense name, sign, and facade for a no nonsense business.
ReplyDeleteTheir favourite customer... Wile E. Coyote. :)
ReplyDeleteI didn't know they were still in business either, partly because it sounds like a mad-up name. I have passed by there many times.
ReplyDeleteNot only not abandoned but thriving according to the link. As you say, a few really excellent images there Kate, would love to take some shots in that space, quite a challenge!
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