Bartell Earns “Business of the Year” Honor

Rome, NY – At the Annual Partners for Education and Business (PEB) Awards, held on June 5, 2018, Bartell Machinery Systems was awarded “Business of the Year” honors from the Manufacturer’s Association of Central New York (MACNY) and Partners for Education and Business, Inc. for its efforts in the promotion and support of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) initiatives in the Central New York Region. Through a variety of programs, such as an onsite job shadow day, participation in the PEB STEM Career Exploration series and hosting numerous middle and high school students Bartell was able to connect the creation of real-world manufacturing solutions to an educational path that leads to future careers.

“We recognize that our commitment to be an industry leader extends beyond efforts to realize innovative solutions for our customers to how we can champion engagement that leverages our knowledge and experience to shape the future of our community through its youth. Bartell is honored to accept this recognition and I am proud of each of our employees who dedicated their time to support these efforts. We look forward to offering our continued support and to meeting many more bright and talented students.” said Bartell’s President Patrick Morocco.

The awards were accepted by Bartell’s President Patrick Morocco (left), and V.P. of Operations Ben Lunduski (right).

About The Manufacturer’s Association of Central New York (MACNY)

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) association representing over 300 businesses and organizations across Central and Upstate New York. About three-quarters of MACNY’s members are industrial companies with the remaining members consisting of accounting firms, insurance agencies, law firms, financial institutions, and other service providers.

MACNY members supply the region, nation, and world with a variety of products and services. Distributed across 26 counties in Central and Upstate New York, MACNY’s member companies employ over 50,000 workers.

 About Bartell Machinery Systems

Bartell Machinery Systems is a global leader in providing highly-engineered industrial manufacturing equipment for the Tire & Rubber, Oil & Gas, and Wire & Cable industries. Bartell has delivered innovative solutions to leading manufacturers since 1940, with over 8,500 machines installed worldwide. Bartell is headquartered in Rome, NY with sales and service capability around the globe.