
Through extensive research led by Henry J. Bergen CM, GEN has pioneered wear points with carbide inserts, increasing tool durability by several times. In addition, the company has developed precision air drill openers that enhance seed and fertilizer placement, improving yields and lowering input costs.

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GEN Manufacturing Limited specializes in developing, producing, and marketing high-chromium carbon steel castings for agriculture and industry. These ultra-durable, abrasion-resistant materials significantly extend the lifespan of tillage tools like chisel spikes, cultivator shovels, and seed drill shoes, reducing downtime and replacement costs for farmers.
With growing demand from major farm equipment manufacturers, GEN also provides custom carbide application services. David H. Bergen, with a background in business management, plays a key leadership role, ensuring continued innovation and excellence in agricultural steel solutions.
Henry Bergen received the Alberta Order of Excellence Award in Edmonton, recognizing his innovative work in the agricultural field.
Henry Bergen received an Honorary Doctorate degree from the University of Lethbridge, Alberta, recognizing his work.
Honoured with an Order of Canada in Ottawa for his lifetime contribution to agricultural development and service.
Received the Alberta Centennial Medal Award in recognition for outstanding service to the people of Alberta.
Inducted as a member to the American Society of Agricultural Engineers and the Canadian Society of Agricultural Engineers.
GEN Manufacturing and Henry Bergen jointly received the silver prize in the Industrial category of the 2001 Design Engineering Awards. This award was presented at a national competition in Toronto by the Design Engineering magazine. This award honors excellence in Canadian design and recognizes innovation in engineering and industrial design.
GEN Manufacturing received the Industry Achievement Award from the Canadian Society of Agricultural Engineering and the American Society of Agricultural Engineering. This distinguished award is given to a firm to recognize the substantial contribution made to Agricultural Engineering and the field of Agriculture.
Henry Bergen was presented with the Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists Technical Excellence Award to recognize quality in the field of agricultural equipment.