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Duration
30 minutes
Series Info
Season 24 Episode 10 of 26

Quick Summary

The programme explains the step‑by‑step manufacturing processes for combination squares, ball valves and string trimmers, describing the materials, machining and assembly techniques used to produce each tool. It also shows how shrimp are cultivated on a farm, outlining the key stages of breeding, feeding and harvesting in a controlled aquaculture environment.

About This Program

The episode titled Combination Squares/Farmed Shrimp/Ball Valves/String Trimmers is a programme that presents a behind‑the‑scenes look at the production of several everyday tools and the cultivation of shrimp on a farm. It is packaged as a single instalment within its series, offering viewers a concise yet thorough walkthrough of each process. In the main segment the show demonstrates how combination squares, ball valves and string trimmers are manufactured. It follows each item from raw material through to the finished product, outlining the steps involved in shaping, assembling and testing the components. The episode then shifts focus to aquaculture, detailing how shrimp are raised on a farm, from the initial stocking to the conditions that support their growth. The production portion breaks down the machinery and techniques used to create the tools, giving a clear picture of the engineering and craftsmanship required. Viewers see how precision is achieved in the making of combination squares, how the sealing mechanisms of ball valves are put together, and how the cutting heads of string trimmers are assembled. The shrimp‑farming segment complements the manufacturing focus by showing the controlled environment of the farm, the feeding regimes and the management practices that ensure a healthy harvest. Together, the episode provides a practical insight into both industrial production and sustainable food cultivation.

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How It's Made broadcasts on Discovery Science at 7:30pm, Sunday, 8 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Runtime30 mins