Quick Summary
The programme examines the production of everyday items such as rubber gloves and specialised components like aircraft cabinets, detailing the materials, tooling and quality‑control methods involved. It also traces how the manufacturing techniques for these products have progressed and been refined over the years.
About This Program ✦
The episode titled Rubber Gloves/Soap Carvings/Aircraft Cabinets/Motorcycle Brake Locks is a programme that examines the production of everyday objects. It is presented as a single instalment within a broader series, and its focus is on the way various items are made, ranging from simple household goods to more specialised components. In the core of the show, the manufacturing of rubber gloves and aircraft cabinets is explored in detail. Viewers are taken through the steps involved in creating these products, with particular attention paid to how the techniques and processes have changed over time. The segment highlights the evolution of methods, showing how advances in technology and material handling have altered the way these items are produced. The episode also situates these developments within a wider context of industrial progress. By tracing the historical shifts in production, it demonstrates the continual refinement of manufacturing practices. This approach offers a clear picture of how the industry has adapted, illustrating the incremental improvements that have led to the current standards in making both rubber gloves and aircraft cabinets.
How It's Made broadcasts on Discovery Science +1 at 9:00pm, Wednesday, 11 February 2026. (Subtitles)



