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How do they get the lead inside that pencil? Why do balloons stretch instead of tear? And is a pinball machine wired to work for you, or against you? Factory Made reveals the remarkable machinery, technology, and materials behind everyday things by following their creation from start-to-finish. Each episode features four unique stories that take viewers inside the inner workings of the machinery to discover the surprising back stories of the things they use everyday. Through stunning, close up, High Def photography and detailed yet fun information, the show explores not only how things are manufactured, but also what they're made of, and why, giving viewers all the fascinating factoids they could ever need to showcase their knowledge of just about anything.

Executive Producers:
Jim Berger, Pamela Healey

Supervising Producer:
Debra Koehler

Production:
40 x 30-minute episodes, all HD