Zato

Founded in 1999, Zato is an Italian industrial company recognized as a global leader in the engineering and development of machinery for the recycling of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Headquartered in Brescia, the company provides a comprehensive portfolio of shredders, hammermills and shears, serving the needs of the international metal recycling industry. With operations in more than 50 countries, a commercial subsidiary in the United States, and over 90% of revenues generated abroad, Zato embodies Italian industrial excellence worldwide. The company is distinguished by its proprietary technological expertise, in-house engineering capabilities, and the recognized quality of its after-sales services, as well as by a growing commitment to ESG principles, the circular economy, and sustainable resource management.

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Octobre 2025

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