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'''Kurt Ziebart''' |
'''Kurt Ziebart''' (27 July 1920-12 September 2011 (aged 91)) is best known for inventing the [[rustproofing]] process for [[automobiles]].<ref>http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20110916/FREE/110919928/rustproofing-pioneer-kurt-ziebart-dies-at-age-91</ref> |
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==Early years== |
==Early years== |
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==Rustproofing== |
==Rustproofing== |
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It was while working in a Detroit [[Automobile repair shop|body shop]] that Ziebart saw the effects of [[rust]] and began looking for a way to protect cars against it. That is when he developed the process to rust proof automobiles. The process is often |
It was while working in a Detroit [[Automobile repair shop|body shop]] that Ziebart saw the effects of [[rust]] and began looking for a way to protect cars against it. That is when he developed the process to rust proof automobiles. The process is often called "Ziebart-ing" or "Ziebart-ed", the generic term for rustproofing.<ref>http://www.mlive.com/auto/index.ssf/2011/09/auto_rust-proofing_pioneer_kur.html</ref><ref>http://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/ziebart-kurt</ref> |
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He founded the famous [[Ziebart]] [[aftermarket (automotive)|aftermarket]] business, and the first shop opened in 1961 in Detroit on [[Harper Avenue]].<ref>http://www.ziebart.com/about/corporate-info/about-us</ref> |
He founded the famous [[Ziebart]] [[aftermarket (automotive)|aftermarket]] business, and the first shop opened in 1961 in Detroit on [[Harper Avenue]].<ref>http://www.ziebart.com/about/corporate-info/about-us</ref> |
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Revision as of 08:12, 19 February 2017
Kurt Ziebart (27 July 1920-12 September 2011 (aged 91)) is best known for inventing the rustproofing process for automobiles.[1]
Early years
Ziebart was born on July 27, 1920[2] in West Prussia, Germany, before it became part of Poland. He served in the German Army during World War II.[3] After the war, Ziebart became an auto mechanic before coming to the United States in 1953. He landed in Detroit, where he worked at a Packard factory outlet that housed several auto dealerships.
Rustproofing
It was while working in a Detroit body shop that Ziebart saw the effects of rust and began looking for a way to protect cars against it. That is when he developed the process to rust proof automobiles. The process is often called "Ziebart-ing" or "Ziebart-ed", the generic term for rustproofing.[4][5]
He founded the famous Ziebart aftermarket business, and the first shop opened in 1961 in Detroit on Harper Avenue.[6]
Later years
In 1963, Kurt Ziebart sold his rustproofing company to an investor group. He also sold the rights to the name Ziebart which he registered with the company's trademark, a helmet and shield design. In addition, he sold the rights to the exclusive tooling designed by Ziebart.[7]
Death
Kurt Ziebart died at his home Williamsburg, Michigan on September 12, 2011. He was 91. No cause was given.[8][9]
References
- ^ http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20110916/FREE/110919928/rustproofing-pioneer-kurt-ziebart-dies-at-age-91
- ^ http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Kurt-Ziebart-92339192
- ^ https://www.facebook.com/notes/ziebart-indonesia/passing-of-ziebart-founder/10150498845956950/
- ^ http://www.mlive.com/auto/index.ssf/2011/09/auto_rust-proofing_pioneer_kur.html
- ^ http://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/ziebart-kurt
- ^ http://www.ziebart.com/about/corporate-info/about-us
- ^ http://www.ziebart.com/about/corporate-info/about-us
- ^ http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20110916/FREE/110919928/rustproofing-pioneer-kurt-ziebart-dies-at-age-91
- ^ http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/kurt-ziebart-auto-rust-proofing-pioneer-dies