Ditch Witch participates in photo series celebrating America’s equipment manufacturing sector
The ‘Through the Lens’ photo series highlights the skilled men and women working in America’s equipment manufacturing industry
Ditch Witch will participate in the latest installment of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers' (AEM's) acclaimed 'Through the Lens' photo series. The series shines a spotlight on the skilled men and women powering America's equipment manufacturing industry.
Check out the full series dedicated to capturing the essence of American manufacturers.
The 'Through the Lens' photo series put a spotlight on Ditch Witch's commitment to manufacturing
Documentary photographer Brad Romano visited the Ditch Witch facility in Perry, Oklahoma, this spring as part of his journey across the Southwest, capturing striking images of employees in action. The photos from Ditch Witch are part of a larger series featuring six manufacturing facilities, including Landoll (Beloit, KS), Harper (Harper, KS), Great Plains (Salina, KS), Ditch Witch (Perry, OK), McElroy (Tulsa, OK), and Versalift (Waco, TX).
Photos from 'Through the Lens' will be displayed in Washington, D.C.'s historic Union Station, appearing on digital directories throughout the busy transit hub. The campaign is designed to remind lawmakers and the public of the 2.3 million equipment manufacturing jobs that already power the U.S. economy, supporting communities and creating opportunities.
"At Ditch Witch, we've always believed that real innovation starts on the shop floor, with the people who put their hands and hearts into the machines we build," said Kevin Smith, general manager of Ditch Witch. "Being part of Through the Lens is a powerful way to show the pride, precision, and purpose our team brings to work every day. These images don't just capture a moment, they honor a tradition of American craftsmanship that's alive and well here in Perry, Oklahoma."
"Every three years, this project captures the enduring spirit of America's equipment manufacturers," said Kip Eideberg, AEM's senior vice president of government and industry relations. "These are the welders, machinists, assemblers, and technicians, who represent the best of American manufacturing. As policymakers debate how to ‘bring jobs back to America,' we want to remind them that 2.3 million of those jobs are already here, and they are the backbone of small towns and communities across our great country."
Participation in 'Through the Lens' underscores Ditch Witch's role in creating high-skilled, family-sustaining jobs, preserving traditional craftsmanship, and inspiring new generations to pursue careers in manufacturing and the skilled trades.
