ZAGO Manufacturing Co., a U.S.-based manufacturer of sustainable sealing fasteners and components, has been recognized by NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and MEP (Manufacturing Extension Partnership) as one of its Heroes of American Manufacturing. “We are honored to be recognized by NIST MEP as an example of American manufacturing at its best,” Harvey Rottenstrich, co-founder,…
ZAGO celebrates 30 years as a women-owned business
ZAGO, a sustainable sealing fastener manufacturer, is celebrating 30 years in business, as well as being a woman-owned business. The company was co-founded by CEO, Gail Friedberg Rottenstrich, a corporate attorney, along with her partner Harvey Rottenstrich, an electrical engineer and company president. “March is Women’s History Month, and it is only fitting that we…
ZAGO Manufacturing celebrates Women’s History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, ZAGO, a manufacturer of sustainable sealing fasteners and switch boots in Newark, NJ, is proud to share stories of female success (see below!). ZAGO is a woman-owned company and currently employs 35 women and men hailing from different backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. Out of eight management-level positions, females occupy six…
ZAGO’s sealing fasteners selected to secure and protect wind turbines
Primus Wind Power is positioning itself to meet heightened demand for its wind turbines. The Colorado-based manufacturer received funding from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to optimize wind-turbine system designs and contribute to deployment efforts in the U.S. Part of the process includes prototyping and testing hardware and components that are resilient and can outperform in…
How to choose an O-ring for your application
Written by Kim Keating, Director of Customer Success ZAGO Manufacturing Co. An O-ring is a circular-shaped seal or gasket that’s made from an assortment of materials depending upon the application and the environment it will be used in. Sometimes called a packing or toric joint (because of its shape), it’s used to seal two working…
ZAGO’s panel bushing seals protect against leaks and contaminants
ZAGO Manufacturing, a global manufacturer of high-tech, sealing solutions and components, is offering an extremely effective way to protect your equipment against leaks. The MIL-DTL-5423 Panel Bushing Seals safeguard against dirt, water, and other contaminants. The seals are ideal for protecting toggle switches. Features include: Prevent toggle switches from being damaged by contaminants (i.e.,…
ZAGO Manufacturing adds to its marketing team
ZAGO Manufacturing recently announced that Ryan Anderson has joined the company as Marketing & Communications Specialist. In his new position, Anderson will promote the ZAGO portfolio of sealing fasteners and components to distributors, engineers, and onsite equipment manufacturers accelerating innovation worldwide. He also will implement ZAGO’s social impact and community initiatives. “ZAGO felt like home…
What are tamper-proof seal screws and when should you use them?
Written by Kim Keating, Director of Customer Success ZAGO Manufacturing Co. Security or tamper-proof seal screws are vital for securing indoor and outdoor high-asset machinery and the sophisticated components within them, such as 3D cameras and sensors. These specialty seal screws prevent contaminants from leaking in or out of equipment. They also contain a locking…
The top fastener innovations of 2020
Congratulations on making it through 2020! The ability to maintain a business during the pandemic, which has included mandatory shutdowns and restrictions, is commendable. And to those fastener manufacturers and distributors that remained essential, there’s much gratitude for your dedication, adaptability, and hard work. Although the past year is not one most want to reflect…
Build your own parts online with ZAGO
ZAGO Manufacturing, a global manufacturer of high-tech, sealing solutions and components, specializes in providing clients with customized solutions for all of their fastening requirements. The company offers engineers, OEMs, and distributors the option to “Build Your ZAGO Part” online. Simply click here to pick your preferred solution, which includes: Sealing screws and bolts Sealing nuts…