Masonry Magazine January 1962 Page. 34
No Resting Place For Dust In This Modern Plant
Chosen as one of the top ten industrial manufacturing operations constructed during 1961, this Waltham plant of Clevite Transistor utilizes Structural Glazed Tile and other masonry products to create a striking example of modern architecture.
Attractive mural-like effects in the reception area, as in the indoor and stairwell sections, are achieved through the use of a variety of colors. Architects were Cabot, Cabot & Forbes of Boston, Mass.
When you produce diodes and transistors that are, relatively, pin-size, a dust-free atmosphere is more than important; it's a necessity. Take the case of Clevite Transistor. This firm employs aerosolve filters to eliminate, or at least greatly reduce, particulate contaminants. A ceramic glazed structural clay facing was used in walls to reduce the possibility of dust settling in these areas.
These features were built into a plant in Waltham, Mass., that was chosen as one of the top 10 industrial manufacturing operations constructed during 1961. Occupying over 200,000 square feet on a 43-acre plot, the new building is reported as a striking example of modern industrial architecture. The firm is one of the leading semi-conductor manufacturers.
At the Waltham plant, Clevite Transistor produces diffused silicon rectifiers, gold bonded computer diodes, silicon diodes, and space saver, switching and power transistors. Each product is made for critical applications requiring minimum size and low power requirements.
Three different departments showing how ceramic glazed structural tile was used. In the drafting area, upper left, cleanliness is an important factor. The middle photo shows a production department, while the upper right is the testing area. In both areas, dust accumulations could hamper the quality of the final product.