The Patz Story
Patz Sales, Inc., a family-owned business founded in 1948, currently has two generations active in the business. On January 1, 2004, Darrell Patz, the youngest son of founder Paul and Mamie Patz, succeeded Clifford Patz to become the company's third president.
Patz continues to thrive in an ever-changing market by listening to the needs of the diverse customer base we serve, from small dairies and large corporate farming operations to industrial businesses and contract manufacturing clients.
Company History
Paul Patz, company founder
Company founder Paul Patz started farming very young and daily barn cleaning was his job, plus the feeding and milking of 40 head of cattle. He saw a need for a rugged, efficient piece of equipment that would end the laborious and time-consuming daily chore of cleaning barn gutters. His conception became a reality when he designed his first barn cleaner and installed it himself.
During 1946 and 1947, he worked the design to improve it until the barn cleaner performed to his satisfaction. In 1948, he sold his first barn cleaner and was in business. It soon became evident that the Patz Barn Cleaner would be a success, largely because of the unique, one-piece, heavy-duty link that Mr. Patz invented and patented. The link helped make the Patz Barn Cleaner the leader in the industry.
First Factory Building
Those first few hundred barn cleaners were built right on the farm. By 1950 the demand for Patz Barn Cleaners had increased to a point where a factory and office building were necessary. The original building measured 60 by 112 feet.
Additional facilities were built at regular intervals. Then in 1971, a fire destroyed almost the entire manufacturing facility. With the same sincere faith that carried Paul Patz through his first 25 years of business, the company started rebuilding a modern manufacturing facility.
The fire disaster turned into an advantage because the new manufacturing facility lowered production costs and increased the efficiency of the company. The Patz Sales, Inc. corporate headquarters now has more than five acres—250,000 square feet—under roof.
The Best Just Got Better
In 2003, Patz Sales, Inc., made significant improvements to the original hook and eye chain, making the current product far superior than what we have ever sold. Today, Patz chain is produced exclusively for Patz to our exact, high-quality requirements, using state-of-the-art closed-die forging. New Patz Chain is made of improved proprietary alloy steels that are stronger, tougher and more wear-resistant. This assures the marketplace that the best product is only available from Patz. Look for the Patz imprint - your guarantee of dependable, reliable performance, year-round!
Worldwide Marketing
In addition to the barn cleaner, Patz has developed a wide variety of feed and manure handling products - TMR Feed Mixers, Silo Unloaders, Bale/Bedding Choppers, Conveyors, Feeders, Manure Pumps, Scrapers & Systems - all designed to save time and increase efficiency for our valued customers.
Known around the world for farm and industrial material-handling equipment, Patz continues to build on a strong position. Patz equipment is sold through a network of dealers, distributors, and original equipment manufacturers worldwide.
Patz Contract Manufacturing
Patz Contract Manufacturing custom metal fabrication and machining have been an integral part of our business since 1984. We can help you control your costs by offering you a single source for all your manufacturing needs. Visit www.PatzContractMfg.com for more details.
Patz believes in the mutual benefits of a long-term partnership. To be your contract manufacturer of choice, we offer competitive pricing, exceptional quality, efficient turnaround time, and on-time delivery. We take pride in our excellent customer service with up-to-the minute job tracking and following-up procedures. Our commitment to quality is evident in every process at Patz.