History of Bosch 1886 A modern industrial giant began humbly enough when German engineer, Robert Bosch, opened his "Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Engineering." 1906 Bosch had established its first U.S. subsidiary. That was followed by 60 years of growth into what became the Robert Bosch LLC. 1990 Through acquisitions and innovation engineering, Bosch Appliances had grown to 41 subsidiaries worldwide. 1997 Bosch made a bold commitment to the U.S. market with the construction of the New Bern, North Carolina Dishwasher plant. 2001 Bosch Appliances are now available in 100 countries across the globe. The brand is proud to be ranked as the #1 and #2 dishwashers in a leading consumer magazine. 2002 The on-going quality dedication and quest for innovation continue to make Bosch the leader in upscale appliances. Unmatched silence. Unrivalled energy and water efficiency. Thats the story behind every Bosch dishwasher. Their dishwashers are manufactured to the strictest specifications using the highest quality materials. Whats more, they are intelligently designed with a host of conveniences to make everyday use a pleasure, and engineered to deliver sparkling clean dishes wash after wash. Ascenta Dishwashers With the introduction of the Ascenta, they offer you yet another way to bring the outstanding quality and performance of a Bosch dishwasher into your home. They've incorporated convenient features like EASYLOAD racks and a handsome contemporary design tailored to the American market. Ascenta is also the quietest and most energy efficient in its class.