What kind of crazy things do they test in the InSinkErator plant?

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

I just watched an episode of This Old House (it's probably a repeat but it's the first time I've seen it) where Rich Trethewey visited the InSinkErator plant in Racine, Wisconsin.

In the quality control department, they put down 35 pounds of frozen beef bones, 6 pounds of pine blocks and several pounds of various types of food.

Yikes!

When I was a kid, I used to get in trouble for trying to put down corn cobs.

 

[katie0128]

When they visited the Amercian Standard plant, they flushed 2 dozen golf balls. Unfortunately, my then 7yo DS was watching and thought it was really cool. Fortunately (for us, not him) he was absent minded enough to tell me he was going to find daddy's golf bag so he could see if our toilet (which he figured out was an AS) could do that, too!

 

[chefann]

I just watched an episode of This Old House (it's probably a repeat but it's the first time I've seen it) where Rich Trethewey visited the InSinkErator plant in Racine, Wisconsin.

In the quality control department, they put down 35 pounds of frozen beef bones, 6 pounds of pine blocks and several pounds of various types of food.

Yikes!

When I was a kid, I used to get in trouble for trying to put down corn cobs.

They did that same demo in front of cameras on Unwrapped on Food Network. And it's a real test. BIL works there (although he's now in the Water Dispenser department).

I really want one of their Evolution units for my new kitchen. It's bladeless.

 

[janetupnorth]

Ah Racine, a great place to be from.


















I should know!

 

[3RingChef]

I can't imagine trying to put down 35 pounds of frozen beef bones. That's impressive!

Hi there!

I love watching This Old House, and it's always exciting to see behind-the-scenes at different factories and plants. The InSinkErator plant in Racine, Wisconsin sounds fascinating!

I can definitely relate to getting in trouble for trying to put down unconventional items in the garbage disposal. I've learned over the years that it's important to follow the manufacturer's guidelines to ensure the longevity and efficiency of our appliances.

But wow, 35 pounds of frozen beef bones and 6 pounds of pine blocks? That's quite the test for their quality control department! It's impressive to see the durability and strength of InSinkErator products. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Happy cooking!