Polyacryl Iran Corporation records, 1974-1984

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Polyacryl Iran Corporation records, 1974-1984

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The American records of the Polyacryl Iran Corporation document DuPont's role in the transfer of American technology to Iran, the fate of Western interests during the Iranian Revolution, and the subsequent expropriation and pursuit of damage claims. Because of the litigation surrounding the termination of DuPont's participation in the project, the records contain extensive plant design and managerial training documents that give a very detailed picture of a state-of-the-art synthetic textile factory of the late 1970s. Board minutes cover the period from August 1974 to May 1979. Administrative files cover the initial planning and forecasting for the project, the difficulties created by the Iranian Revolution, and the settlement of international claims and counterclaims. The personnel series includes job descriptions, the training of Iranian employees and performance reports. The Plant file contains detailed technical information and photographs for the construction of the Isfahan plant, and a port facility to receive raw materials. Series VI consists of 23 linear ft.. of manuals containing step-by-step instructions for training personnel to operate and maintain the facility.

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