About ZND

Founded in Valkenswaard, the Zuid Nederlandse Draadtrekkerij (ZND) started as a manufacturer of steel wire and reinforcement products. One of the company’s core activities was the production of welded wire mesh using resistance spot welding technology — a manufacturing technique that is still used today in the production of ZND temporary fence panels. Built on strong production expertise and craftsmanship, the company laid the foundation for the international temporary fencing manufacturer ZND has become today.

Although ZND had already been producing temporary fencing products in the Netherlands on a smaller scale, the expansion into the Sheffield area during 1997–1998 marked a major strategic step forward. With a dedicated focus on temporary fence manufacturing, the UK operations became the foundation of ZND’s growth into a leading supplier of temporary fencing solutions.

As demand for temporary fencing continued to grow, ZND invested heavily in automation at the Rotherham factory. The introduction of SmartWeld^® technology improved production efficiency, product consistency, and manufacturing speed, while helping deliver shorter lead times to customers across the UK market.

To keep pace with increasing demand throughout the UK and Western Europe, the Rotherham facility underwent another major automation expansion. Enhanced production capacity and improved product availability strengthened ZND’s position within the temporary fencing industry.

ZND opened a manufacturing facility in Opole, Poland, to better serve the growing markets in Central and Eastern Europe. The new location improved logistical flexibility, shortened delivery times, and expanded production capabilities for fence accessories and recycled thermoplastic blocks.

ZND further expanded its manufacturing capabilities with the implementation of a fully automated barrier machine. This investment enabled more efficient barrier production and strengthened ZND’s ability to supply a broader range of temporary fencing and site safety solutions.

With demand in Western Europe continuing to rise, ZND invested in its Dutch factory with the installation of a new high-capacity automated fence machine. The investment significantly expanded production capacity while improving delivery performance across the region.

Building on its European success, ZND expanded into the United States to support American rental companies and resellers with high-quality temporary fencing solutions. With the establishment of ZND US in Statesville, North Carolina, the company strengthened its ability to supply the East Coast market through high-capacity manufacturing, reliable availability, and short lead times.

As the North American market continued to develop, ZND opened a manufacturing facility in California. This expansion strengthened service and supply capabilities for customers across the western United States.

Following decades of experience in wire production, ZND phased out its rebar manufacturing activities in the Netherlands, allowing the company to focus entirely on the continued growth and innovation of its fencing business.Following decades of experience in wire production, ZND phased out its rebar manufacturing activities in the Netherlands, allowing the company to focus entirely on the continued growth and innovation of its fencing business.

ZND introduced a new automated production line for thermoplastic blocks and feet, manufactured from recycled plastic materials. Now both the Polish and Dutch facilities supply blocks for whole of ZND Europe, strengthening internal production capabilities and supporting growing international demand.