ZERO MANUFACTURING, INC. ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE CHANGE
North Salt Lake, UT (Tuesday, December 22, 2008) – Zero Manufacturing, Inc. announced today that starting Monday, January 5, 2009 it will switch from a 4/40 work week to a 5/40 work week schedule. The schedule change will allow ZERO to improve its ability to meet customer demand and improve efficiency by ensuring that all resources are available during the same work schedule. Along with the work week schedule change, ZERO will also be adjusting its hours of operation, both production and office, to 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Mountain Standard Time. ZERO asks its customers to please make note of the changes.
ZERO thanks its customers for their business in 2008 and looks forward to future business opportunities in 2009.
For more information regarding Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and our products, please visit www.zerocases.com or contact us at 1-800-500-9376 (ZERO).
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About Zero Corporation
Zero Corporation, acquired in June 2008 by Protostar Partners LLC, is comprised of Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. Zero Manufacturing, Inc. (based in North Salt Lake, Utah) is a world-class manufacturer of quality, deep-drawn and fabricated aluminum and molded plastic cases, enclosures and assemblies for the aerospace, industrial, medical, electronics and telecommunications markets.
Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. (based in Birmingham, United Kingdom) is strategically located in the center of the United Kingdom. Zero Cases UK produces a wide range of deep-drawn aluminum cases and non-case applications that meet the unique demands of the European market.
About Protostar Partners, LLC
Protostar Partners, LLC was founded in 2001 and is based in New York City. Protostar is an operationally focused private equity firm that invests in middle-market industrial and consumer goods companies. Protostar’s principals have cumulatively managed over $750 million of committed capital and have invested in over 50 companies.
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ZERO MANUFACTURING, INC. CERTIFIED AS ISO 9001:2000/AS9100 REV B
North Salt Lake, UT (Tuesday, November 25, 2008) – Zero Manufacturing, Inc. announced today that is has fulfilled its requirements to be certified as ISO 9001:2000/AS9100 Rev B. The certification was performed by TUV USA INC., accredited under the Aerospace Registration Management Program. The certificate is valid from November 13, 2008 through November 12, 2011.
Through this certification process ZERO has shown that it has established and applies a quality system for design and manufacture of plastic, aluminum and other metal cases, enclosures and components for Aerospace applications. ZERO congratulates its employees for their participation in helping it reach this important accomplishment.
For more information regarding Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and our products, please visit www.zerocases.com or contact us at 1-800-500-9376 (ZERO).
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About Zero Corporation
Zero Corporation, acquired in June 2008 by Protostar Partners LLC, is comprised of Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. Zero Manufacturing, Inc. (based in North Salt Lake, Utah) is a world-class manufacturer of quality, deep-drawn and fabricated aluminum and molded plastic cases, enclosures and assemblies for the aerospace, industrial, medical, electronics and telecommunications markets.
Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. (based in Birmingham, United Kingdom) is strategically located in the center of the United Kingdom. Zero Cases UK produces a wide range of deep-drawn aluminum cases and non-case applications that meet the unique demands of the European market.
About Protostar Partners, LLC
Protostar Partners, LLC was founded in 2001 and is based in New York City. Protostar is an operationally focused private equity firm that invests in middle-market industrial and consumer goods companies. Protostar’s principals have cumulatively managed over $750 million of committed capital and have invested in over 50 companies.
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ZERO CORPORATION ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT
North Salt Lake, UT (Monday, October 13, 2008) – Zero Manufacturing, Inc. announced today the naming of Daniel Leininger as its new president. The change comes at the departure of its CEO Stephen Henderson who had served in that position since June 1, 2006. The Board thanks Stephen for his efforts during his time of service.
Mr. Leininger comes to ZERO after 19 years of service with Autoliv Inc. in Ogden, UT. During those 19 years with Autoliv, he served in such positions as Plant Manager, Program Administration Director, Account Manager, Program Manager and most recently as their Director of North American Purchasing, a position that he has held since 2003. He comes to us with experience and proven skills in operations, management, purchasing, marketing and sales. He is goal and action-oriented and looks forward to the challenge of leading ZERO to success. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University, a Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Utah.
During this transition we ask that your support and continued efforts be given to ZERO and Mr. Leininger in his new role. We look forward to our new direction and leadership from Mr. Leininger.
For more information regarding Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and our products, please visit www.zerocases.com or contact us at 1-800-500-9376 (ZERO).
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About Zero Corporation
Zero Corporation, acquired in June 2008 by Protostar Partners LLC, is comprised of Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. Zero Manufacturing, Inc. (based in North Salt Lake, Utah) is a world-class manufacturer of quality, deep-drawn and fabricated aluminum and molded plastic cases, enclosures and assemblies for the aerospace, industrial, medical, electronics and telecommunications markets.
Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. (based in Birmingham, United Kingdom) is strategically located in the center of the United Kingdom. Zero Cases UK produces a wide range of deep-drawn aluminum cases and non-case applications that meet the unique demands of the European market.
About Protostar Partners, LLC
Protostar Partners, LLC was founded in 2001 and is based in New York City. Protostar is an operationally focused private equity firm that invests in middle-market industrial and consumer goods companies. Protostar’s principals have cumulatively managed over $750 million of committed capital and have invested in over 50 companies.
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ZERO Introduces New Ownership - Protostar Partners
North Salt Lake, UT (June 23, 2008) – ZERO Manufacturing, Inc. has been recapitalized effective June 23rd. 2008. As part of this recapitalization process, Protostar Partners has replaced Blue Point Capital as our equity finance partner. Protostar Partners was founded in 2001 and is based in New York City.
Protostar is an operationally focused private equity firm that invests in middle-market industrial and consumer goods companies. Protostar’s principals have cumulatively managed over $750 million of committed capital and have invested in over 50 companies.
Our strategy for ZERO remains the same. We are focused on profitable growth through development of our core capabilities, products and markets while identifying high growth markets. We expect continuous improvement in all aspects of our business and plan to continue to invest the business as required to support our growth and improvement.
Protostar is dedicated to supporting ZERO’s strategy in the same manner as Blue Point has done. There will be no change in the day-to-day operation or management of the companies. We look forward to working with Protostar as we continue our efforts to maximize the potential of our business and develop new opportunities for growth.
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About Zero Corporation
Zero Corporation, acquired in June 2008 by Protostar Partners, is comprised of Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and Zero Cases (UK) Ltd. Zero Corporation, based in North Salt Lake, Utah, is the home of Zero Manufacturing, Inc., the world-class manufacturer of both aluminum and plastic protective cases, containers and assemblies for the aerospace, industrial, medical, electronics and telecommunications markets.
Zero Cases (UK) Ltd., based in Birmingham, United Kingdom is strategically located in the center of the United Kingdom representing the entire line of Zero products and services. With years of manufacturing experience in the case and enclosure market, Zero Manufacturing, Inc. and Zero UK collectively provide innovative and comprehensive solutions that meet the unique demands of the European market - solutions including everything from deep drawn aluminum components and cases to rotationally molded and thermoformed protective cases, containers and enclosures.
About Protostar Partners
Protostar Partners was founded in 2001 and is based in New York City. Protostar is an operationally focused private equity firm that invests in middle-market industrial and consumer goods companies. Protostar’s principals have cumulatively managed over $750 million of committed capital and have invested in over 50 companies.