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Engel welcomed attendees to the event, which was a celebration of its employees for their dedication and commitment.

Becker mentioned there are 210 German-owned companies operating in the Charlotte area and that American Truetzschler has survived by bucking the trend.

During the event, American Trützschler recognized 4 employees with service recognition awards. All four employees have worked for the company for more than 40 years! Trützschler shook the hand of Mark Smith (right) who has been an employee for 40 years.