Let me get straight to the point, everyone uses dishwashers in the US and we all know how convenient the dishwasher is. The problem is, dishwasher detergent actually corrodes many types of material including hard-anodized aluminum. These cookwares will eventually melt over time sooner or later. I was looking for something that can withstand the corrosion and must have a non-stick surface, so now you see where the Clad CFX series play in this role. Combining stainless steel body and ceramic non-stick cooking surface to create a perfect cookware.