Federal Home Products (FHP) has been producing and distributing kitchen sinks in the US market for over 35 years, mainly to large DIY chains like Lowe's and Mennards. This makes the Ruston/Louisiana-based company, formerly known as UNR Home Products, before being bought by Franke in 1996, one of the leading sink producers in the USA. To reinforce this excellent position in the market, Franke has decided on a complete renovation of the production plant, which was becoming obsolete. The first units rolled off new production lines this past September.

The double-bowl without drainboard, in the 33 in. x 22 in. (84 x 56cm) format, is a popular standard product in the USA, and therefore a very important part of FHP's stainless steel sink line. Previously, too many different production steps were required to make this product. Insufficient production efficiency and decreasing competitive ability made this situation no longer viable, which led to the construction of a new 2,800 m² press shop, fitted with state-of-the-art machinery. Two complete new production lines were set up: one based on One-Piece Technology, the other on a Multi-Piece Technology.