Manufacture Alabama has launched the second year of its statewide “Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in Alabama” contest, an online bracket-style competition designed to highlight the state’s manufacturing industry and the products made by Alabama workers.
According to Manufacture Alabama, the contest allows the public to nominate and vote for their favorite products manufactured in Alabama, with submissions open through March 6.
“Manufacturing Madness is about more than a competition; it’s about celebrating the innovation happening in every corner of our state,” said Jon Barganier, President and CEO of Manufacture Alabama. “From advanced technologies to everyday essentials, Alabama’s manufacturers are producing world-class products that power our economy. We’re excited to bring this event back for a second year that will provide companies and communities with another opportunity to rally behind the incredible work being done right here in Alabama.”
The competition follows a bracket-style format, beginning with public nominations before advancing through multiple rounds of online voting to determine the winner. Any product manufactured in Alabama is eligible for submission.
Key milestones in the contest include nominations, public voting rounds to determine the Top 16, Top 8, and Top 4 products, and a final round ending April 3. The winner and finalists will be recognized during a special ceremony in April attended by state leaders and industry representatives.
Manufacture Alabama said the contest highlights the importance of the manufacturing sector, which includes more than 4,000 facilities across the state.
Last year’s winner was the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Seeker, built by Boeing in Huntsville. The component plays a critical role in the Patriot air defense system by identifying, tracking, and defeating airborne threats.
Manufacture Alabama represents manufacturers across the state and advocates for policies and initiatives supporting continued industry growth.
Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].
