The AZO story began in 1949 in Osterburken, Germany, when Adolf Zimmermann and his wife, Marianne, founded the company in a former sheep pen. Adolf, a mill builder and inventor, developed machinery for mills and bakeries, which led to one of the company’s first major innovations—the “Triumph” centrifugal flour-sifting machine, introduced in 1952. This technology became the foundation for AZO’s advanced cyclone screening systems.
The company’s name reflects its heritage, standing for Adolf Zimmermann Osterburken, a connection that remains central to its identity.
In 1978, AZO expanded into North America by establishing AZO Inc. in Memphis, Tennessee, bringing decades of German engineering expertise closer to customers across the continent.
Products and Solutions
AZO Inc. specializes in automated systems for handling dry bulk solids, powders, granules, and minor ingredients in manufacturing environments where accuracy, reliability, and process integration are essential. It designs equipment and complete systems for automated bulk material handling, including solutions that:
- Store and discharge bulk materials
- Convey powders and granules
- Screen ingredients
- Dose and weigh materials
- Batch and feed ingredients
- Integrate complete automated material handling systems
These solutions support manufacturers throughout the production process, from raw material intake to ingredient introduction into manufacturing operations.
Industries Served
AZO supports manufacturers across a broad range of consumer and industrial markets, including:
- Food, bakery, snacks, and confectionery
- Beverage manufacturing
- Pharmaceuticals
- Pet food
- Personal care products
- Plastics and compounding
- Coatings
- Building products
- Chemicals
- New energy and advanced materials
Across these industries, AZO’s expertise centers on the reliable handling of dry ingredients, powders, granules, additives, and specialty materials.
Supporting Customers Close to Home
As part of the global AZO Group, AZO Inc. combines world-class manufacturing with responsive local support. The Memphis operation includes in-house engineering, sales, project support, assembly, and technical service, giving customers direct access to experienced professionals who understand both their applications and production environments.
This combination of international expertise and local service allows AZO to support customers before, during, and long after project completion, helping manufacturers achieve consistent, efficient, and reliable production.
North American Headquarters: Memphis, Tennessee
Global Headquarters: Osterburken, Germany
Visit AZO on the web at https://www.azo-inc.com/
