GEARS stands for "Garrett Engineering And Robotics Society".  GEARS is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization, and our mission is to get young people excited about careers in Science, Technology, and Engineering.

Thank you for your support of Robotics in Garrett County!

GEARS, Inc.

Phenix Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high-voltage, high-current, and high-power test systems and components.

Thank you for your support!

Phenix Technologies, Inc.

GCS is a major manufacturer of reusable aluminum shipping containers of varying sizes and purposes.  GCS specializes as a distributor of high-end tactical equipment for the US Military, Law Enforcement and other government agencies.

Thank you for your generous support and helping us with transporting our robot and being there when needed!

Garrett Container Systems

Garrett County Government contributes the building we call home.  This gives us a wonderful meeting facility that is large enough to accommodate classroom-style meeting space, a kitchen, and a large warehouse that allows us to design, build, test, and practice with our robot on a full-sized playing field!  This facility also hosts FLL and FTC as well.  Our home gives us a big competitive advantage!

Thank you, Garrett County Government!

Garrett County Government

With their perspective across the energy business and commitment to performance, Exelon maximizes the potential of energy to create a brighter, more sustainable future for their customers, employees, investors and communities.  Exelon Generation is one of the nation's leading competitive power generators, with owned generating assets totaling nearly 34,000 megawatts.  With strong positions in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Texas, Exelon is the largest owner and operator of nuclear plants in the United States and maintains a growing renewable energy development business headquartered in Baltimore.

Thank you, Exelon Generation, for your generous support of our team!

Exelon Generation

Wilson Supply is an independent distributor of Industrial, Specialty Gases, Gas Equipment and Welding Supplies with over 50 years of experience providing customers with quality products, technical expertise and exceptional customer service.  They provide products and services to a broad range of customers, ranging from large research and medical facilities to metal fabrication shops.

Wilson Supply, Inc. contributes time and money to help us meet our yearly budget goals.  Thank you, Wilson Supply, Inc. for your generous support of our team!

Beitzel Corporation is a turnkey industrial construction & maintenance company.  They specialize in Industrial Construction, Excavation, Steel Fabrication, Machining, Electrical, Maintenance, Engineering and Equipment Rental.

Beizel Corporation contributes time, talent, and money to our efforts.  Mentors work with us during our building season and attend competitions with us.  Beitzel Corporation is a major partner for Team 1629!  Again, we do not know what we would do without them!

Thank you, Beitzel Corporation!

Beitzel Corporation

Pillar Innovations is a recognized leader in mine support, serving customers nationwide out of six state-of-the-art sales and service facilities.  Throughout the company's history, Pillar has been a pioneer of many new technologies in the industry.  Pillar prides itself on being a company that delivers superior systems and superior service long after the sale.

Pillar Innovations

Our local public schools support us by placing robotics on the same level as varsity sports (including grade eligibility)!  They even have a line item in their annual budget to ensure funding comes our way.  Lastly, Garrett County Public School officials always attend our regional and national meets!  What else could you ask for?