Blue Angels, Ski Dome, Fresh Fish
Fighter pilots reveal how they perform incredible stunts at supersonic speeds without crashing. Then, an indoor ski slope is kept cool in one of the world's hottest countries, and chefs discuss how they turn fresh fish into sushi.
Spacecraft, Supertank, Stretched Limos
Experts reveal how they communicate to spacecraft in orbit around distant planets. Then, workers discuss how they keep the world's biggest ships in great condition, and luxury cars are lengthened to create stretch limousines.
From Waste to Power, Brabus Supercar, Damascus Steel
The trash from the world's biggest St. Patrick's Day party is turned into electricity. Then, a luxury limousine is transformed into a race car, and ordinary steel is turned into super steel for 21st-century samurai.
Cowboy Hats, Deep Sea Diving, In-flight Catering
Workers discuss how they turn rodent hair into a rodeo hat, and deep-sea divers learn to survive one of the world's deadliest jobs. Then, millions of hungry passengers are fed mid-air.
De-Icing, Glossy Magazines, Fisker Car Sports
Workers reveal how they keep a busy international airport running in freezing temperatures. Then, dirt is used to put the shine on glossy magazines, and sports cars that run on electricity are discussed.
Mega Hotels, Lasers, Dubai Golf Course
One of the world's biggest hotels caters to over 2,000 guests daily, and a golf course is built in the middle of the desert. Also, a science-fiction fantasy comes to life with steel-slicing lasers.
G-Suits, Smart Grid, Tracking Stolen Cars
The technology behind g-suits, worn to keep jet fighters from blacking out, is revealed. Then, the secrets behind tracking stolen cars without a high-speed chase and keeping the electrical grid running are discussed.
Drilling Solid Rock, OJ Production, Bending Glass
Workers drill through half a mile of solid rock to get to the hidden riches underneath. Then, over 20,000 oranges are picked every minute to keep up with the demand for orange juice, and glass is curved without cracking.
Jumbo Jets, Nuclear Power, Piano Building
The secrets behind keeping the world's biggest passenger planes in the air for 360 days a year are revealed. Next, workers harness the power of the atom to make electricity, and wood and metal are turned into musical instruments.
Artificial Reefs and More
An old warship is turned into a playground for scuba divers. Then, experts discuss how they keep buildings from falling over in earthquakes, and rocket fuel is used to power cars.
Make Assembly Line Robots, Seal Wine Bottles, Desalinate Sea Water
Robots that can assemble a car in a minute are built by humans. Then, tree bark is used to top off wine bottles, and plankton is used to turn the sea into a supply of fresh drinking water.
Manufacture Propellers, Create Intelligent Cars, Turn Metal into Magnets
Workers produce the giant propellers that push the world's biggest ships through the ocean. Then, magnets are created with more pulling power than a planet, and cars are equipped to call an ambulance after an accident.
Blast Through Rock, Map Earth, Provide Flowers All Year Round
Workers blast through solid rock beneath one of South Africa's biggest cities. Then, satellites provide pixel-perfect images of Earth, and red roses are shipped to flower shops around the world in just 48 hours.
600 Degree Heat and More
Clothing is made to handle the high temperatures and molten metal of a blast furnace. Next, an artificial island is created, and wineries turn grapes into bubbly champagne.
Airplane Parachutes, Solar Power, Photochromic Lenses
Explosive rockets are used to catch planes in mid-air. Then, the power of the sun is harnessed to create a limitless supply of electricity, and glasses are made that switch from see-through to shaded.
Maintain the World's Largest Aquarium, Make Sapphire, Manufacture Bentleys
Workers maintain the biggest aquarium on the planet, build luxurious, bulletproof cars and use priceless gems to make the world's toughest glass.
Mine Oil, Operate Shipping Lanes, Restore Film
Experts reveal how they avoid docking disasters when handling thousands of ships a day. Then, new oil reserves are created from sticky forest mud, and priceless old movies are brought back to life.
Manufacture Stainless Steel, Make Paper, Make Stretched Limos
Dirt is used to put the stainless in stainless steel. Next, luxury limousines are lengthened to make the ultimate smooth ride, and koalas' favorite snack is turned into office stationary.
Make Batteries, Build Artificial Islands, Create Perfume
Garbage is used to create a tropical island hideaway, and a rare metal is turned into rechargeable batteries. Then, the techniques behind creating perfume are explored.
Make Military Helicopters, Design Metro Systems, Engineer Artificial Reefs
Blades are built tough enough for military helicopters. Then, futuristic subway systems are created using ghost trains, and bigger waves are produced for thrill-seeking surfers.
Tales from the Black Stuff, Silk, In the Can
The secrets behind the color and taste of Ireland's most famous export are revealed. Next, worm saliva is turned into vibrantly colored fabric, and one of the world's favorite comfort foods is kept fresh for two years.
Peanut Butter, Breaking Point
Peanut farmers in Georgia harvest enough nuts to make 10 billion peanut butter sandwiches. Then, experts test thousands of products to make sure they are safe for consumers.
Fire Extinguishers, Cruise Liner
Mud from the bottom of prehistoric seas is used to fight fires. Then, workers restock, refuel and repaint luxury liners, all while taking care of thousands of passengers.
Diggers, Taste of the Orient, Into the Void
Experts discuss the engineering behind a versatile construction machine. Then, the secret behind the flavor of a favorite sauce is revealed, and workers maintain the sky deck on top of one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world.
Smooth as Marble, Hot Stuff, Umbrellas
Workers pull tons of pure white marble from the heart of a mountain. Then, salt and peppers are turned into Louisiana's favorite hot sauce, and handcrafted umbrellas are made.
Soft as Sponge, The Knowledge
Divers harvest undersea creatures for the perfect bath accessory. Then, cabbies navigate one of the world's busiest cities with no wrong turns.
Money Movers, Catch of the Day, Amazing Grace
Armored vehicles are built to transfer millions of dollars of cash, and space-age rods are created to catch big game fish. Then, the techniques behind making bagpipes are revealed.
Whisky Galore, Disaster Prevention
Experts reveal how Scotch whisky gets its distinct flavor. Then, the United States Army Corps of Engineers discuss plans to protect New Orleans from another massive hurricane.
Crash Testing, Books etc, Margarine
The most advanced crash test lab in the world recreates real-life car crashes. Then, thousands of books are printed in a day, and the process behind making an ingredient that's in everything from cookies to motor oil is revealed.
Aircraft Tires, Six Shooters, Fever Pitch
Experts reveal how tires that can take the weight of a jet touchdown are made. Then, 21st-century technology is used to make the guns that shot up the Wild West, and the perfect playing surface that never needs mowing is created.
Money, Shoe-In
Experts discuss some of the methods used to make money difficult to counterfeit. Then, custom shoes are designed and handcrafted for celebrities.
Sugar Sweet, Fish Farming, Speed Suits
Workers turn fields of green grass into mountains of white sugar. Then, fish farmers raise salmon in waters rife with predators, and tailors create high-quality suits that fit all shapes and sizes in just hours.
Battery Power, Chocolate, Toothbrushes
Workers recycle old car batteries into new ones. Then, chocolate is extracted from fleshy fruits, and a toothbrush is made that brushes teeth 40,000 times per minute.
Eiffel Tower, Snowboards
Workers maintain one of the world's most popular tourist attractions. Then, the world's largest production motorcycle is made, and cutting-edge snowboards are manufactured.
Decaf Coffee, Smoked Food, Waterjets
Caffeine is removed from coffee without affecting the taste. Then, centuries-old techniques are used to make a favorite fish dish, and the next generation of marine propulsion systems is created.
Blaze Cops, Oaked Wine
Dogs are used to sniff out evidence of arson, and barrels that give flavor to France's finest wines are made. Then, black rock blasted from the ground helps keep the shine on some classic vehicles.
Super-Mowers, Trading Places, Water
Lawn mowers are made that not only cut grass, but also break speed records. Then, city traders make sure farmers get a fair price for their wheat in good and bad weather, and fresh, clean water is produced from coconut shells.
Underground World, Gunmakers
Workers travel down in one of America's largest mines to excavate an essential metal. Then, experts create custom, handcrafted shotguns.
Off-Roader, Western Saddles, Flour and Cakes
Cars are designed that can climb mountains and cross rivers. Then, handcrafted saddles are made, and bakers create high-class cakes for high-class society.
UPS, Matches
Workers reveal how UPS delivers millions of packages around the world every day. Then, the world's leading match factory turns a single tree into thousands of matches.
Fugu, Freight Trains, Scottish Tartans
The Japanese catch, prepare and eat the deadliest fish on the planet. Then, a single train delivers goods to thousands of locations across America, and Scottish workers weave over 700 types of tartan to make kilts.
Bowling Balls, Tower Bridge, Gummy Bears
The secrets behind designing and producing the ultimate bowling ball are revealed. Then, the most famous bridge in the world is raised and lowered, and a factory manufactures millions of gummy bears a day.
Ice Rink, Car Plant
The largest football stadium in the United States is turned into an ice hockey rink. Then, robots are programmed to mass produce cars.
Taiko Drums, Green Factory, Pasta
A 700-year-old tree is turned into a Japanese drum weighing two tons. Then, a high-tech factory builds thousands of cars while staying green, and just two ingredients are turned into great-tasting pasta.
Island Prison, Mailboxes, Jam
Rikers Island, one of the biggest jails in the world, is visited. Then, workers create the famous Royal Mail postbox, and fresh fruit is turned into millions of jars of jam.
Swiss Cheese, Tanks, British Library
Experts reveal how Swiss cheese gets its holes. Then, a feared battle tank from the 20th century is given a 21st-century face-lift, and robot librarians help run one of the biggest book collections on Earth.
Pretzels, Gondolas, Pearls
Japanese scientists stimulate oysters to form perfect pearls. Then, handcrafted pretzels are made with a twist, and workers maintain the craft of the gondolier.
Brewery, Playing Cards, Gulfstream
One of America's biggest breweries produces over a billion bottles of beer a year. Then, the secret behind a pack of cards that prevents cheating is revealed, and experts discuss the world's most luxurious jets.
Roulette Tables, Olive Oil, Batmobile
Roulette wheels are made that are perfectly unpredictable. Then, the secrets behind the purest olive oil are revealed, and a rusty, old wreck is turned into the Batmobile.
Bomb Squad, Cider, Husqvarna
Danish bomb squads find and dispose of thousands of World War II landmines. Then, apples are turned into alcohol, and weed eaters chop down growth with just a sliver of nylon.
Duck Calls, Wasabi, Accordions
Over a century of Italian craftsmanship is squeezed into an accordion. Then, wasabi paste adds a kick to raw fish, and workers create callers that make duck hunters sound just like their prey.
Toto Washlets, Fire Scout, Demolition Drills
Workers manufacture toilets that massage and blow-dry. Then, the Navy tests a cutting-edge helicopter that doesn't need a pilot, and a jackhammer that doesn't cause the shakes is built.
Submarine Rescue, Subaru
The world's leading submarine rescue specialists from several countries participate in a training exercise. Then, workers manufacture all-wheel drive cars.
24 Hours of Daytona, Rum
The secrets behind keeping the cars of Daytona on the track for 24 hours of high-speed racing are revealed. Then, the sweetest sugarcane is turned into Caribbean rum.
Caviar, Porcelain, Soccer Cleats
Giant sturgeon are farmed for the delicacy of Russian caviar. Then, centuries of history are poured into Japanese porcelain, and workers create soccer cleats worn by the sport's greatest players.
Frankfurters, Sniper Rifles, Casino Security
The centuries-old secrets behind making frankfurters are revealed. Then, sniper rifles are made that can hit a target from a thousand yards, and experts stop card sharks from swindling casinos out of millions.
Powerboats, Swiss Watches, Wallpaper
Powerboats are built that ride waves faster than most cars ride the road. Then, the secrets behind Swiss watches are revealed, and workers create high-quality wallpaper.
Cruise Ship, Truffles, Asphalt
The world's largest cruise liner fits under a bridge lower than the ship. Then, dogs help hunt expensive truffles, and a lake of asphalt is turned into busy roads.
Circus, Guitars
A big-top circus tent is erected as high as a building in less than 36 hours. Then, Japanese workers create handcrafted guitars.
Tsukiji, Cricket Bats, Parcels
The secrets behind a company that delivers four billion packages a year are revealed. Then, the world's biggest fish market feeds Japan's insatiable appetite for seafood, and a giant tree trunk is turned into cricket bats.
Leatherman, Formula 1, Glassware
Workers manufacture a quality tool-kit that fits in a pocket. Then, a racing car is built in England, but the engine is built in France, and sand is turned into world-famous glassware.
Hats, Longest Road Tunnel, Snake Catcher
Mexican milliners weave hats that rival the classic Panama hat. Then, the secrets behind the longest road tunnel in the world are revealed, and snake hunters track and trap lethal pythons in Florida.
World in Miniature, Hurricane Test Center, Rhubarb
Experts reveal how a miniature masterpiece was built. Then, the world's worst weather is recreated to test houses against storms and hurricanes, and rhubarb is grown using candlelight.
Almonds, Snowblowers, Detergents
Millions of trees, billions of bees and brilliant machines make a popular bar snack. Then, giant snow blowers are built to clear one of the coldest airports in the world, and chemistry is the key to making laundry detergent.
Fighter Plane, Trappist Beers, SUV
A fighter jet is built that can reach twice the speed of sound. Then, an order of monks brews beer, and a factory produces over a quarter of a million cars a year with almost no waste.
Guacamole, Swamp Buggy, Scissors
Ancient Mexican volcanoes help make one of America's favorite dips. Then, a vehicle is built to tame the Everglades, and the secrets behind cutting-edge scissors are revealed.
Suspension Bridge, Crossbows, Tracking Clothes
Cables are manufactured strong enough to suspend one of the world's longest bridges. Then, the ancient crossbow is updated for modern times, and microchips are used to track clothing from the factory to the store.
Tennessee Whiskey, Nightvision, Saunas
One of America's favorite liquors is made in a county where alcohol is banned. Then, cutting-edge science is used to create a camera that can see in the dark, and Finnish workers build saunas.
Leather Footballs, Mussels, Helmets
Footballs are manufactured with care and precision. Then, Dutch workers farm mussels by the millions, and a futuristic helmet is made that lets fighter pilots stay ahead of the enemy.
Scania Trucks, Miracle Forensics, Gouda
Swedish workers build one of the world's most powerful trucks. Then, the FBI uses DNA to solve crimes quickly, and the Dutch make cheese with the help of a cow roundabout.
Guitars, Rope Access, Fast Tractor
Mexican craftsmen fashion one of the world's finest classical guitars. Then, workers maintain wind turbines over 200 feet tall, and super-fast lawn mowers are manufactured.
Life Rafts, Mind Control, Stamps
Workers build giant life rafts that inflate quickly. Then, scientists create machines that can be controlled by the human mind, and postage stamps are created for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Tequila, Steam-Powered Megacity, Soft Ice Cream
The heart of the blue agave plant is turned into tequila. Then, a 19th-century system is used to serve a modern city, and thousands of ice cream bars are churned out in minutes.
Stuntmen, Seabreacher, Amber
High-tech body armor protects stuntmen while remaining virtually invisible. Then, a flying watercraft is built that leaps from the sea, and precious amber is mined from mud.
Tennis Balls, Surround Sound, Steak
Experts reveal how they put the bounce in tennis balls. Then, televisions are created that cost as much as a house, and a truck full of steers is turned into platefuls of steak.
Rayon, Snuff, Cola
Swedish forests, German factories and English mills produce the oldest-known, man-made fiber. Then, centuries-old machines create snuff, and lightning-fast production lines produce the world's favorite soft drink.
The Social Network, Zubrowka, Aerial Cable Car
The secrets of how Facebook stores the profiles of billions of people are revealed. Then, workers manufacture Polish vodka, and a cable car is made to join the two halves of London.
Skydiving Suits, Surstromming, Hemp-crete
Workers create suits that can make a person fly. Then, fish is fermented from one of the smelliest foods in the world, and hemp is harvested to build a storage facility.
Chewing Gum, Fish Hooks, Legoland
Chewing gum is made from rubber grown in trees. Then, a fish hook is manufactured that can catch a massive shark, and millions of plastic bricks are turned into the remarkable models of Legoland.
Opal, Stunt Planes, Nougat
Precious opal is mined beneath one of the hottest deserts in the world. Then, stunt planes are built based on designs from the early days of flight, and workers manufacture nougat.
Toilet Paper, Absinthe, Cricket Balls
Trees are turned into toilet paper with the help of supersized machines and mountains of trash. Then, authentic absinthe is manufactured, and cricket balls are made tough enough to be tested by professional batsmen.
Locomotives, Clotted Cream, Boomerangs
Workers manufacture one of the world's most powerful locomotives. Then, milk is turned into a cake topping, and wood is turned into traditional Australian boomerangs.
Sardines, Piaggio Scooters, Erector Sets
Sardines are caught, cooked and canned by the billions. Then, workers manufacture the world's safest scooter, and model construction kits are made for little engineers to build big.
Salad, Rope, Insulin
Lush, green salad is grown on scorching desert plains. Then, rigging is made fit for the greatest ships to set sail, and lifesaving insulin is created from a key ingredient found in bread.
Plane Painting, Clogs, Pasties
The world's biggest planes are repainted and re-branded. Then, Dutch masters make classic wooden clogs, and the secrets behind a popular culinary classic are revealed.
Paris Sewers, Beretta, Cotton
Workers unblock and flush out millions of tons of waste from city sewers. Then, the secrets behind one of the world's most iconic pistols are revealed, and fashion is created at high-speed on a machine line.
Bells, Hurricane Clear Up, Dates
Metalworkers cast bells fit for cathedrals. Then, the wreckage is cleared after one of America's worst storms, and millions of pounds of dates are harvested from desert oases.
Russian Dolls, Aloe Vera, Flags
World-famous Russian nesting dolls are carved from tree trunks. Then, prickly plants are turned into skin cream, and flags are crafted the old-fashioned way.
Ball Bearings, Cartoonists' Ink, False Eyes
Billions of insects are used to produce fine ink. Then, false eyes are handcrafted, and workers create the strongest ball bearings in the business.
Saffron, Ice Roads, Shelby
Saffron that costs almost as much as gold is farmed. Then, giant roads made entirely of ice are created, and the secrets behind America's most powerful street-legal muscle car are revealed.
Titan Tires, Espresso, Diamond Cutting
Titanic engineering is used to produce the world's biggest tires. Then, workers build the ultimate espresso machine, and the secrets to cutting and polishing the hardest gemstone on Earth are revealed.
Lion Dance, Tunnel, Super Sopper
Lion costumes are created for Chinese martial artists. Then, giant train tunnels are built through miles of solid rock, and the secrets to drying water-logged sports fields are revealed.
Chinamax, Russian Standard, Abalone
The biggest bulk-cargo ships in the world are built. Then, wheat is turned into vodka, and workers meet the growing demand for luxury abalone.
Wrecker Trucks, Roquefort, Tree Moving
One of the world's most expensive cheeses is made with the help of moldy bread. Then, wreckers strong enough to lift tractor trailers are built, and a forest is grown on the side of a skyscraper.
Pistachios, Forbidden City, Radar
Pistachios are grown, harvested and processed by the billions. Then, ancient relics from China's Forbidden City are restored, and radar systems are built and tested for advanced fighter jets.
Marble, Mahjong, Escape Slides
Marble is cut from mountains to make great buildings shine. Then, workers turn bone into tiles for the popular game of mahjong, and inflatable slides are built to get passengers off planes in an emergency.
Kamaz Trucks, Hair Care, Canton Tower
A goat's favorite food is turned into hair conditioner. Then, one of the toughest trucks in the world is built in Russia, and workers defy death to maintain one of the tallest buildings on Earth.
St. Petersburg Metro, Civet Coffee, Chip Makers
Manure is used to make one of the world's most expensive coffees. Then, workers build subway tunnels through millions of tons of mud, and computer components smaller than bacteria are manufactured.
Leather, Grand Canal, Flyboard
Goat skins are turned into luxury leather goods. Then, cargo and water beat gravity by moving up the world's longest canal, and a jet ski is turned into a competitive flying machine.
Parmesan, Runways, Reclining Chairs
The secrets behind making Parmesan cheese are revealed. Then, workers keep the runway going at one of the world's busiest airports, and the perfect leisure chair is manufactured.
Carpets, Skis, Niagara Power
Workers weave a Middle Eastern masterpiece. Then, skis fit for Olympic athletes are manufactured, and a million homes are powered by Niagara Falls.
Nori, Beer Bottles, Shark Deterrents
Workers farm seaweed used to hold sushi together. Then, reusable beer-bottles are made that can last for fifteen years, and the secrets to keeping swimmers and surfers safe from shark attacks are revealed.
Brass, Ice Patrol, Penjing
Workers cast the iconic brass street lamps of Venice. Then, giant cargo ships are kept from colliding with icebergs, and tiny trees are cultivated for the Chinese art of penjing.
Racing Bikes, Stunt Pilots, Oil Well
Ultra-light carbon bicycles are built. Then, pilots push themselves to the limit to perform gravity-defying aerobatic stunts, and workers keep the oil flowing in one of the most hostile environments on Earth.
Bagels, Racing Tires, Liuli Glass
Workers roll out bagels New York style. Then, performance tires fit for the racetrack are manufactured, and world-renowned glassware is cast with ancient Chinese methods.
Venice Trash, Sheepskin Boots, Chlorella
Workers keep the floating city of Venice, Italy free of trash. Then, Australian sheepskin boots are manufactured, and common pond-algae is turned into a health supplement.
Turkish Delight, Silver, Sunscreen
The sweet treat of Turkish delight is made with a centuries-old recipe. Then, silversmiths hammer out some of the world's most expensive cutlery, and experts design sunscreen.
Canvas, Stinky Tofu, Bottle Recycling
The secrets behind creating canvases for painting are revealed. Then, foul-smelling tofu is cooked, and bottles are recycled up to 50 times.
Beekeeping, Trikes, Body Armour
Beehives are created that increase honey production. Then, the secrets behind 21st-century body armor are revealed, and a tricycle that fits the entire family is built.
Heat-proof Glass, ATMs, Pagani
Workers produce heat-proof glass with the help of a rare mineral. Then secure ATMs are built, and sheets of fabric are stuck together to make a sports car.
Aquavit, Motorcycle Leathers, Cathedral
A Scandinavian liquor travels around the world before it is consumed. Then, kangaroo hide is used to protect motorcyclists, and workers restore the aging stone of some famous landmarks.
Dock Cranes, Plastic Bags, Baubles
Experts reveal how they prepare a brand-new port for the largest ships in the world. Then, state-of-the-art technology is used to recycle millions of plastic bags everyday, and plain glass is turned into Christmas ornaments.
Balsamic Vinegar, Drysuits, Stunt Plane
The world's most expensive vinegar takes years to manufacture. Then, special suits are made to keep divers warm and dry in the freezing depths of the ocean, and planes are built to survive maneuvers that would tear most apart.
Steel, Wool, Kiteboards
Ultra-efficient cars are built from cutting-edge steel. Then, farmers give sheep the perfect haircut, and kiteboards are crafted to reach toward the sky.
Mattresses, Aircraft Seats, Bras
Soybeans are turned into mattresses. Then, workers manufacture premium airline seats, and aviation science is used to improve bra designs.
Plaster, Awards, Special Forces Plane
Power-station fumes help produce plasterboard. Then, the secrets behind creating the trophies for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are revealed, and an airplane that can land on the world's least accessible runways is built.
Car Windows, Lipstick, Sheep Shears
Workers manufacture millions of safe and sound-resistant car windows. Then, gloss is put on the perfect shade of lipstick, and sheep shears are handcrafted.
Applejack, Aircraft Seat Test, Batteries
Apples are turned into a liquor that is almost as old as the United States. Then, experts test airplane seats without ever leaving the ground, and household batteries are manufactured.
Nickel, Locks, Bubble Tea
Nickel is mined to make American coins. Then, canal locks that lift boats to another level are built, and bubbles are harvested for bubble tea.
Heavy-lift Plane, Hunting Boots and Bananas
The most advanced heavy-lift airplane in the world is built. Then, workers manufacture and test a hunting boot, and the secrets behind making sure bananas are ripe when they hit the shelves are revealed.
Logging, Tiles and Jaffa Cakes
Workers turn millions of tons of cedar trees into perfect planks of wood siding. Then, world-famous Spanish tiles are handcrafted, and a favorite chocolate-coated treat is manufactured.
Monorail, Royal Copenhagen Porcelain and New York Cupcakes
A monorail is built in the middle of one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Then, dishes fit for a king are crafted, and bakers feed a global food fad.
Wine and Goretex Extreme Weather Clothing
Wine is made on a massive scale. Then, jackets that can survive a hike up the Himalayas are manufactured and tested.
Screws, Marmalade and Printed Dresses
Workers manufacture screws strong enough to hold a fighter jet together. Then, a favorite breakfast spread is created, and a desktop printer is used to create a dress.
Road Rollers, Canned Bread and Vertu Phones
The secrets behind building heavy-duty road rollers are revealed. Then, bread is baked in a can, and workers manufacture luxury mobile phones.
Tinned Grapefruit, Snow Machines and Conveyor Belts
Workers pick, process and can thousands of tons of grapefruit. Then, ski resorts make it snow, and conveyor belts tough enough to handle millions of pieces of luggage are manufactured.
Harp Strings, Roof Windows and Belgian Waffles
Cow intestines are turned into harp strings. Then, workers make and test roof windows, and traditional Belgian waffles are made.
Aga Cookers, Incense Sticks and Jenever
Scrap metal is turned into luxury cookers. Then, billions of sticks of incense are made each year, and workers brew a 400-year-old liquor.
Robo-farm, Log Stacker and Piano Moving
A Dutch farm uses robots to milk cows. Then, workers build a massive tree-stacker tough enough for the brutal logging industry, and a valuable piano is transported for a leading musician.
Bamboo Scaffolding and Fireworks
A towering scaffold is built from giant poles of bamboo. Then, workers mine for the mineral that makes fireworks red.
Espadrilles, Prefabricated Houses and Underground Storage
Classic espadrille shoes are handcrafted. Then, workers build and erect prefabricated houses, and priceless documents are safely stored for hundreds of years.
Macadamia Nuts, Tap Water and Crowd Barriers
Workers harvest and process the world's toughest and most expensive nuts. Then, lake water is turned into tap water, and barriers made to hold back thousands of fans are built.
High Rise Construction, Dr. Marten Boots and Cooking Pans
The tallest apartment block in the world is built. Then, classic British boots are manufactured, and cooking pans tough enough to last a lifetime are made.
Sitar, Biltong and Bulldozers
Workers craft a classic Indian instrument, the sitar. Then, biltong, South Africa's answer to beef jerky, is made, and monster bulldozers are built.
Fedoras, Cement and Frozen Peas
Iconic fedora hats are fashioned the same way they were decades ago. Then, workers manufacture the cement that builds the world, and millions of peas are harvested and frozen in under three hours.
Mohair, Quadskis and The Harp
Goat fleeces are turned into fabric for mohair blankets. Then, workers build a quad-bike that turns into a jet ski, and Celtic harps are manufactured.
Redbush Tea, Baggage Handling and Hairbrushes
Workers harvest and process thousands of tons of caffeine-free tea. Then, robots help make sure luggage catches the same plane as its owner, and a hairbrush fit for royalty is manufactured.
Credit Cards, Tiffin and Boat Lifts
Credit cards with security features are manufactured. Then, hundreds of thousands of hot lunches are delivered from home kitchens to offices in Mumbai every day, and a ship is lifted hundreds of feet while still in the water.
Power Tunnel, Pizza Ovens and Playhouses
Massive tunnels are built to prevent blackouts in one of the world's biggest cities. Then, NASA technology is used to cook the perfect pizza, and pine forests are turned into timber.
Leaning Tower of Pisa, Eider Down and Digestive Biscuits
Engineers look at Pisa's gravity-defying tower that has been tipping for 800 years, a lucky duck is unharmed while its down is used in the world's most-expensive duvets and a factory reveals the gastronomic genius behind a favorite teatime accompaniment.
Violins, Milk Deliveries and Pumice
Craftsmen reveal the three-hundred-year-old secret to hand making violins, millions of bottles of milk are delivered from farm to front door in under 48 hours and a rock born of Icelandic flame is bringing fire to homes throughout the world.
Super Yachts, Space Suits and Katsuobushi
A Dutch company reveals their two-year process for building super yachts, astronauts are protected from the most-hostile environment known to man with space suits and a skilled Japanese chef creates a delicacy out of year-old, moldy fish.
Raisins, Washi Paper and Showers
A family business in California grows grapes and raises raisins on a grand scale, German engineers create the next generation of high-tech showers and traditional Japanese paper continues to be made using centuries-old traditions.
Charcoal, Soba and Vaulting Poles
A company in South Africa turns up the heat by making charcoal the old-fashioned way, a Japanese factory cooks up oodles of noodles and Texas tech wizards design record-breaking gear for pole vaulters.
Pearls, Damascus Steel Knives and Hippo Rollers
Tennessee trailblazers harvest freshwater pearls from the deep, blacksmiths unlock the ancient secrets of the blade the struck fear into the hearts of crusading knights and an ingenious water-transporting device is transforming life in Africa.
Sugar Beets, Feather Dusters and Balloons
A knobby vegetable works to satisfy everyone's sweet tooth, the world's biggest bird helps battle dust with amazing dirt-sucking science and natural rubber is turned into balloons to get the party popping.
Pencils, Licorice and Lace
The carpenter's pencil makes a mark in the building trade, an herbaceous plant is turned into a dark and sweet candy and traditional techniques are used to create delicate lace for high-end fashion.
Platinum, Manga and Limoncello
Manufacturers reveal the explosive secrets in producing one of the world's most-valuable metals, the artistry behind Japan's manga phenomenon and the centuries-old techniques for making sweet and sharp limoncello.
Peppermint, Tennis Racquets
Discover how peppermint is farmed, which gives chewing gum, ice cream and toothpaste it's minty taste. Also, see how tennis rackets are made to serve an ace at over 260 kmh and how sea water is turned into fresh water in Cape Town, South Africa.
Trombone, Spanish Bota
Three meters of brass tubing is stretched, bent and brazed to make a trombone. Also, see how the traditional Spanish bota is created and how smelly, muddy peat is turned into rejuvenating face cream.
Surfboards, Satchels
Discover how the world's biggest waves are conquered on nothing more than a few kilos of polyurethane and wood. Also, traditional, old-school satchels are made and Danish cream is turned into one of the world's favorite butters.
Flying Horses, Chess Sets
See how million dollar horses are flown around the world. Also, chess sets are hand-carved in India and food photographers create mouth-watering images.
Stainless Steel, Safe Locks
Self-healing stainless steel is produced at one of the world's largest steel mills. Also, cash is kept safe with uncrackable locks and the traditional Indian sugar, jaggery, is made to use in Ayurvedic medicine.
Geoduck, Steam Trains
Discover how geoduck, one of the world's weirdest seafood delicacies, is harvested. Also, see how a head of steam is built up on one of South Africa's oldest working trains and how water polo players are protected from injury.
Bufori Cars, Sports Whistles
One of the world's most exclusive luxury cars is built from carbon fiber and bullet-proof Kevlar. Also, see how referees' whistles are made and how the smoky flavor goes into Spanish paprika.
Pile Drivers, Cricket Bats
Discover how foundations are driven hundred of meters into the ground. Also, see how English willow is turned into cricket bats for India's top players and how beautiful Spanish fans are handcrafted.
Tractors, Cowbells
See how a tractor is built every three minutes in order to power Indian agriculture. Also, bronze bells are cast to help Swiss farmers keep track of their cows and discover how streets are lit to make roads safer.
Bird's Nest Soup, Rowing Oars
See how millions of real nests are collected to make bird's nest soup. Also, aerospace technology makes rowers go faster and see how Spanish flamenco castanets are created.
Turbochargers, Plastic Roads
The power of the world's biggest engines are quadrupled with turbochargers. Also, new roads are built from old plastic waste and see how one particular style of kite has become the national symbol of Malaysia.
Sails, Ceremonial Swords
Discover how wind is harnessed to power a racing yacht to Olympic gold. The world's largest sword factory produces weapons fit for British officers and car seats are built to save children's lives.
Guitar Amplifier, Clay Pots
Discover how the famous Marshall guitar amplifier is produced for generations of rock legends. Also, wet clay is turned into frost-proof garden pots and see how the look and value of rare books are restored.
Petronas Window Cleaners
The Petronas Towers are the world's tallest twin towers and one of the biggest window cleaning challenges in the world. Also, see how jigsaw puzzle pieces are made to be unique and how Olympic field hockey sticks are crafted from fiberglass and Kevlar.
RVs, Chupa Chups
Discover how all the features of a luxury apartment are fit into a $500,000 motorhome. Also, see how billions of the world's most popular lollipop are produced and how a ballet shoe can take the weight of a dancer on tiptoes.
Mushrooms, Maps
Nearly 200,000 tons of mushrooms are grown every year in the mushroom capital of the world. Also, every millimeter of the UK is mapped at the world's oldest national mapping agency and see how gloves are made that save millions of lives.
Fertilizer, Maple Syrup
See how a million tons of fertilizer is mined from a thousand meters below the sea. Also discover how 60 million liters of sweet and sticky maple syrup is produced and how colorful clothes are hand printed using the ancient art of batik.
Basmati Rice, Mechanical Birds
Discover how thousands of tons of basmati rice is turned into millions of microwaveable meals. Also, beautiful mechanical singing birds are crafted from feathers, rubies and steel, and see how British guards are fitted out for an annual ceremony.
Hearing Aids, Trains
Hearing aids are produced that are nearly invisible and connect wirelessly to phones, TVs and stereos. Also, see how trains are built for London's new underground railway and how actors are crafted for one of the world's oldest art forms, shadow puppetry.
Remotely Operated Vehicles
See how remotely operated underwater vehicles are built for jobs too dangerous for human divers. Also, see how the world's most cuddly and collectable teddy bears are produced and how India's favorite cheese is made.