How Pringles are Made in Factory? | Captain Discovery
Summary
TLDRJoin Captain Discovery as we uncover the secrets of one of the world's largest Pringles factories. From harvesting potatoes to the innovative cylindrical packaging, witness how 650 workers operate 24/7 to produce the iconic, stackable chips. Learn about the meticulous selection, washing, peeling, and shaping processes, the unique seasoning method, and the environmental efforts by Kellogg's to make Pringles cans fully recyclable. Discover the history, production line, and the magic behind the irresistible crunch of Pringles.
Takeaways
- 🔍 Pringles are a unique type of potato chip invented in 1968 by Alexander Liepa at Proctor and Gamble.
- 🌏 The factory operates 24/7 with 650 workers to produce the popular snack.
- 🥔 Pringles source their potatoes from trucks, selecting only those that meet strict criteria for size, surface smoothness, and disease absence.
- 🚿 Potatoes undergo meticulous screening and washing to ensure they are free from dirt and debris before processing.
- 🔄 The production process includes peeling, shaping, and frying the potatoes at 200°C for about 11 seconds to achieve the desired crispy texture.
- 🍴 Pringles are known for their stackable design, achieved by using a blend of 1/3 water to 2/3 potato flakes and corn starch, shaped into ovals.
- 🌊 Seasoning at Pringles is done using a waterfall method, which seasons only one side of the chip, unlike traditional chips.
- 🌈 Pringles offers a variety of flavors, with over 25 in the US and a total of 318,000 unique flavor combinations globally.
- 📦 The packaging of Pringles, which includes a metal bottom, cardboard body, and plastic lid, presents recycling challenges.
- 🌱 Kellogg's, the brand owner, is experimenting with fully recyclable cans to address environmental concerns and promote sustainability.
Q & A
Who invented Pringles and when were they invented?
-Pringles were invented in the US in 1968 by Alexander Liepa, an engineer at Proctor and Gamble.
What is unique about Pringles' packaging?
-Pringles' packaging is iconic and cylindrical, designed to keep the chips from getting crumbled, which is a common issue with other potato chips.
How does the factory ensure the quality of potatoes used in Pringles?
-The factory selects only the finest potatoes based on strict criteria for size, surface smoothness, and absence of disease. They also undergo meticulous screening and washing processes.
What is the average annual potato consumption in the United States according to the script?
-Americans consume an average of 125 lbs (56.7 kg) of potatoes per person per year.
How does the process of shaping Pringles into their iconic form take place?
-After blending a mix of 1/3 water to 2/3 potato chips and corn starch, the mixture is rolled into elongated sheets, shaped into ovals, and then fried.
At what temperature and for how long are Pringles fried?
-Pringles are fried at 200°C for about 11 seconds to achieve their crispy texture.
How does Pringles ensure that excess oil is removed after frying?
-After frying, Pringles are whisked under a blower to remove any excess oil, and then each slice is crisped in a saddle-shaped mold.
How does Pringles season their chips, and is it different from traditional chips?
-Pringles are seasoned on one side only, using a waterfall seasoning process rather than a mixer, which is different from traditional chips.
What is the significance of the number of flavors Pringles offers in the US and globally?
-Pringles offers over 25 flavors in the US and even more globally, totaling 318,000 unique combinations, showcasing their variety and innovation.
What are the environmental considerations associated with Pringles' packaging?
-The packaging, which consists of a metal bottom, cardboard body, and plastic lid, poses challenges for recycling. However, Kellogg's, the brand owner, is experimenting with fully recyclable cans to address this issue.
How does Pringles distribute their products globally?
-Pringles mobilizes 100 trucks daily for global distribution, indicating the scale of their operations and reach.
Outlines
🍟 Introduction to Pringles Factory
The video script introduces viewers to a tour of one of the largest Pringles factories with Captain Discovery. It highlights the unique cylindrical packaging and the irresistible crunch of Pringles, which are unmatched by other potato chips. The history of Pringles is briefly touched upon, mentioning their invention in 1968 by Alexander Liepa at Proctor and Gamble. The script then delves into the factory's 24/7 operation with 650 workers and the process of harvesting potatoes, which are selected for size, surface smoothness, and disease absence. The average American potato consumption is noted, and the meticulous screening and washing processes of the potatoes are described, ensuring only the highest quality potatoes are used for Pringles production.
🔄 Production Process of Pringles
This paragraph details the production process of Pringles, starting with the potatoes' hygiene and transformation. The potatoes undergo peeling, shaping, and frying. A blend of water and potato flakes with cornstarch is mixed and rolled into sheets, then shaped into the iconic oval form. They are fried at 200°C for approximately 11 seconds to achieve a crispy texture and are then de-oiled. The chips are shaped in a saddles mold and air-blown to remove excess oil. The paragraph ends with a question to viewers about counting the number of Pringles in a can, highlighting the brand's popularity and the variety of flavors available globally.
🌿 Seasoning, Packaging, and Environmental Considerations
The final paragraph discusses the seasoning process of Pringles, which is unique as it seasons only one side of the chip using a waterfall method rather than a mixer. It then covers the packaging process, the variety of flavors offered, and the global distribution involving 100 trucks daily. The environmental impact of the packaging is acknowledged, with the cans being composed of metal, cardboard, and plastic, posing recycling challenges. The paragraph concludes with Kellogg's, the brand owner, experimenting with fully recyclable cans, showing a commitment to sustainability. The video ends with a call to action for viewers to like, share, and subscribe for more content, and to comment their thoughts on the production process.
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Keywords
💡Pringles
💡Potato
💡Cylindrical packaging
💡Harvesting
💡Screening and washing
💡Peeling and shaping
💡Frying
💡Seasoning
💡Packaging
💡Environmental considerations
Highlights
Pringles are known for their iconic cylindrical packaging and their unique, stackable shape.
Pringles were invented in the US in 1968 by Alexander Liepa, an engineer at Proctor and Gamble.
The factory operates 24/7 with 650 workers to produce Pringles.
Pringles source their potatoes primarily from trucks, selecting only the finest specimens.
Americans consume an average of 125 lbs (56.7 kg) of potatoes per year.
Potatoes undergo meticulous screening and washing processes before entering the production line.
A blend of 1/3 water to 2/3 potato flakes, along with corn starch, is used to create the Pringles shape.
The potato mixture is rolled into elongated sheets and shaped into ovals before frying.
Pringles are fried at 200°C for about 11 seconds to achieve their crispy texture.
Pringles are seasoned on one side only, using a waterfall seasoning process.
Pringles offers over 25 flavors in the US and even more globally, with a total of 318,000 unique combinations.
The can's composition of metal bottom, cardboard body, and plastic lid poses challenges for recycling.
Kellogg's, the brand owner, is experimenting with fully recyclable cans to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability.
Pringles are produced with a focus on technology and craftsmanship.
The production process includes multiple stages of quality control and hygiene.
Pringles are distributed globally, with 100 trucks mobilized daily for shipping.
Transcripts
hi everybody today let's join Captain
Discovery as we explore the secret
behind the door of one of the largest
Pringles factories in the
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world ever stuffed chips in your
backpack only to find them crumbled
later that's where Pringles
excels they iconic cylindrical packaging
and irresistible crunch are
unmatched what's the secret behind these
potato wonders
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history of Pringles Pringles a special
type of potato chip were invented in the
US in 1968 by Alexander leipa an
engineer at Proctor and
Gamble they were widely introduced in
the US and are still one of the most
popular snacks in the US
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today production process
how does a factory with 650 workers work
24/7 to create crispy jars of
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Pringles one harvesting potatoes the
Journey Begins With The Humble potato
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Pringle sources its potatoes primarily
from
trucks selecting only the finest
specimens for
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processing did you know that Americans
consume an average of 125 lbs 11 kg of
potatoes per year that's a lot of Spuds
potatoes meeting strict criteria for
size surface smoothness and absence of
disease are chosen for the next
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stage two screening and washing
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before entering the production line
potatoes undergo meticulous screening
and washing
processes this machine is equipped with
a component resembling a long broom
as the potatoes pass through it it
sweeps away
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dirt specialized Machinery removes dirt
and debris ensuring that only the
highest quality potatoes proceed
the workers inspect and discard any
defective potatoes
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potatoes that meet the standards are
then transferred to the next stage
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a thorough washing process follows
guaranteeing the potatoes hygiene as
they prepare for the
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transformation a system of Giant
automatic washing machines resembling
water towers removes any dirt from the
surface of the
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potatoes the robust capacity of these
automatic washing machines ensures that
the potatoes are thoroughly clean ready
to be used in preparing delicious dishes
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three peeling shaping and frying after
that the potato under go another round
of peeling and washing
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following a thorough peeling we're left
with gleaming potatoes ready for the
next critical step in the process
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to craft stackable potato chips Pringles
employs a blend of 1/3 water to 2/3
potato chips along with a dash of corn
starch the blend is meticulously mixed
on a conveyor belt then subjected to a
pressurized drill for uniform
distribution
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it's then rolled into elongated
sheets and shaped into ovals
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they're swiftly fried in scorching oil
at 200° C for about 11 seconds for that
crispy texture then whisk under a blower
to whisk away any excess
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oil a machine crisp each delicate slice
in a Saddles shaped mold
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subsequently they're air blown to ensure
all excess oil is
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removed have you ever counted how many
Pringles are in a can please comment and
let me know how many potato crisps are
in your can of Pringles
four seasoning and packaging after
frying Pringles move along a conveyor
belt for seasoning unlike traditional
chips Pringles are seasoned on one side
only so Pringles uses a waterfall
seasoning process not a mixer
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how do you eat Pringles what's the right
way some people say the best way to eat
them is with the top side down because
the top side is usually
darker Pringles offers over 25 flavors
in the US and even more globally
totaling 318,000 unique
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combinations after cooking chips move on
a slow conveyor belt then packed for
inspection and shipping
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Pringles mobilizes 100 trucks daily for
global
distribution five environmental
considerations
while Pringles are beloved for their
taste and convenience there are
environmental considerations associated
with their
packaging the can's composed of a metal
bottom cardboard body and plastic lid
pose challenges for
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recycling in response Kelloggs a Brand's
owner has begun experimenting with fully
recyclable cans demonstrating a
commitment to
sustainability thanks for exploring the
Pringles production process with us
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if you're Amazed by the blend of
technology and craftsmanship we
showcased like share and comment your
thoughts below
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Discovery for more interesting Journeys
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