This is the 15850th most frequent Russian word.
производят
"Produce" or "manufacture."
In this sentence, 'производят' is used in the context of creating or manufacturing something, specifically products or goods, reflecting its literal meaning of producing or creating.
Люди производят различные товары на заводах.
People manufacture various goods at factories.
Here, 'производят' conveys the idea of causing or generating an effect, specifically a strong impression, thus displaying a more figurative application of the term.
События такого рода производят большое впечатление на участников.
Events of this kind make a strong impression on participants.
In this instance, 'производят' is used to describe the generation or natural occurrence of something, in this case heat, as a result of certain actions or processes.