Free Shipping on orders of $99.95 and up. Automatically applied at checkout. Search Toggle Nav Revolutionizing cookware for half a century When the first fully bonded pan rolled off our Pennsylvania assembly line 50 years ago, it forever changed how cookware was crafted. OUR HISTORY In Western Pennsylvania born & raised All-Clad began and still operates in Canonsburg Pennsylvania, a small borough near our founder’s hometown because it offered benefits no other place could. As the birthplace of the American steel and aluminum industry, the region is unmatched when it comes to metal fabrication technology and its metalworkers are among the most skilled in the world. We’re proud to be from PA and we look forward to continue crafting the best fully bonded cookware in the world right here for generations to come. EXPLORE OUR PRODUCTS OUR HISTORY Changing the world of cookware since 1971 The man of metal Our founder, John Ulam wasn’t a professional chef or a product engineer. He just happened to know metals better than anyone. A renowned metallurgist, John had more than 75 patents for metal crafting and his innovations transformed the metals used to manufacture car parts, build airplanes, and even mint coins. Reinventing the pan Being an avid home cook, John wondered what would happen if he applied his patented metal crafting methods to cookware. So in the spirit of invention, he took layers of stainless steel, bonded them with aluminum, and shaped them into pans. All-Clad is born This new bonded cookware cooked food more evenly, was easy to clean, didn’t alter flavors, and didn’t tarnish or warp. It was such a hit, John started our company, All-Clad Metalcrafters, in 1971. Shortly after, he opened a factory near his hometown in Western Pennsylvania. OUR CRAFTSMANSHIP We still make them like we used to Manufacturing has changed a lot since All-Clad was founded, but our commitment to craftsmanship hasn’t. Unlike other manufacturers who’ve increasingly relied on automation to boost production, we do most of our crafting using time-tested methods to maintain a higher level of quality. Before a piece of fully bonded cookware makes it to your kitchen, over a dozen skilled hands work on it. STAGE 1: BONDING STAGE 2: FORMING STAGE 3: FINISHING STAGE 4: RIVETING Stage 1: Bonding In this initial stage, our metalcrafters combine different metals like steel and aluminum to form a stronger, more responsive, more durable metal Stack 'em up [Metalcrafter Number 1] kicks things off by meticulously layering sheets of metal, ensuring there aren’t any foreign particles, abrasions, or anything else that will affect bonding. Up the heat and pressure [Metalcrafter Number 2] sends the joint sheets through an oven that makes it easier for the metals to bond. The sheets then go into back-to-back rolling mills and a second oven so they stick together, becoming one sheet of bonded metal. Level, set, and cut Once the metal sheets cool, [Metalcrafter Number 3] puts them through a leveler to flatten them, then uses a press to punch discs. The discs are checked for imperfections or irregularities before going to the next stage. “Don’t worry about bells and whistles, worry about delivering maximum performance.” - JOHN ULAM, ALL-CLAD FOUNDER OUR MISSION Crafted with passion to ignite yours The same enthusiasm and creativity cooks put into every dish they make, we put into every piece of cookware we make. To us, cooking to perfection is more than just a saying, it’s our mission. And we challenge ourselves to help all cooks accomplish that goal every day. Keep up with all things All-Clad Subscribe to our newsletter and get the latest product news, special offers, new recipes, and more. SUBMIT SHIPPING To all 48 states EASY RETURNS Up to 45 days CUSTOMER SUPPORT We're here to help SPECIAL OFFERS Best Value RELATED INFORMATION: 14-Inch x 17-Inch D3 Stainless Steel Roasing...Pro-Release Nonstick Bakeware, Half Sheet PanSilicone Tools, Spoonula WHO WE ARE SHOP EXPLORE SUPPORT CONNECT © 2021 All-Clad You may consent to the use of these cookies or manage your preferences in the cookie settings. For more information, visit ourPrivacy Policy Cookie Settings Accept Cookies