[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 132 (Monday, September 30, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1403]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      ALCOA INC. 125TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 30, 2013

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Alcoa Inc., which is 
celebrating 125 years in the aluminum industry this year.
   Alcoa was originally founded as the Pittsburgh Reduction Company in 
1888 by Charles Martin Hall. Mr. Hall discovered a way to produce 
aluminum through electrolysis, sparking the modern aluminum industry 
both here and abroad. Starting with their creation of the first 
prototype aluminum tea kettle, they have been behind major milestones 
in fields ranging from aerospace to consumer electronics.
   Today, Alcoa remains one of the most admired metals companies in the 
world, employing approximately 61,000 people in 30 countries. They are 
the leading global producer of primary aluminum and fabricated 
aluminum, as well as the largest miner of bauxite and refiner of 
alumina. The company's innovations have led to the creation of products 
such as the world's lightest planes and most fuel efficient cars.
   Mr. Speaker, for 125 years Alcoa Inc. has served to create 
innovative and sustainable solutions in the aluminum field. Therefore, 
I commend all the personnel who have worked at this industry leader.

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