Founded by Bruno Wessel in New York in 1972, Bruno Wessel Inc. manufactures tire-studding equipment and distributes tire studs across North America. Now owned and managed by Bruno’s son Garry, the company also makes its Equalizer system for checking and equalizing the pressure of up to five truck tires at once. Its manufactured products are made in the United States and Canada, with the business operating across both countries and exporting worldwide.
Stanton SystemsFounded in 1986, Stanton Systems manufactures automated tire and wheel wash systems for trucks, heavy equipment and military vehicles, building its first commercial tire wash for a landfill in 1987. The eastern Pennsylvania manufacturer fabricates and assembles its systems in-house with American-made components, and its work remains focused exclusively on removing mud from tires and undercarriages before vehicles leave industrial and construction sites. Stanton backs its systems with a five-year warranty.IVYLAND, PA
Midwest Fasteners, IncMidwest Fasteners, Inc. manufactures and supplies stud-welding products and has made and supplied metal-formed products since 1989. Based in Miamisburg, Ohio, the company serves customers through national and international networks of distributors and sales agents. Its work also includes in-house stud welding and repair services for welding equipment.MIAMISBURG, OH
RJS CorporationFounded by the three Slezak brothers shortly after World War II, RJS Corporation grew from an Akron basement operation into a longstanding manufacturer serving the tire industry worldwide. Established more than 75 years ago, the company now designs and builds specialized equipment at its 50,000-square-foot Ohio facility, including its well-known tension controllers for radial-tire production. RJS also takes on custom design-to-spec and build-to-print work for other industrial customers.AKRON, OH
Bartell MachineryFounded in 1940, Bartell Machinery designs and manufactures engineered production systems for tire, wire and cable, and oil and gas manufacturers. From its Rome, New York headquarters and global support locations, the company has delivered more than 8,700 machines worldwide, with particular depth in tire bead winding and wire-forming equipment. Bartell operates from more than 170,000 square feet and is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise, ISO 9001:2015, and OSHA Voluntary Protection Program participant.ROME, NY