At the Service of the World’s Most Demanding Feet: ZAGO Defence Footwear Moulds

For over 60 years, ZAGO Moulds Solutions has been a global leader in mould manufacturing, guaranteeing maximum safety, health, and comfort to those working in the toughest environments. From patrolling conflict zones to operating in high-risk workplaces, ZAGO delivers footwear moulds designed to protect, support, and perform under the most extreme conditions.

A Tradition of Excellence Since 1958

Founded in 1958 by Elio Zago, the company from Sant’Angelo di Piove (Padua) has built a reputation as one of the world’s most respected producers of direct injection moulds. By blending artisanal expertise with the latest moulding technologies, ZAGO has become a benchmark for industries that demand durability, innovation, and absolute precision.

Special focus has always been given to footwear designed for Defence, Military, and Police units, ensuring that soldiers and officers can operate with confidence in dangerous and unpredictable scenarios. Over the decades, ZAGO has supplied moulds to elite European armed forces and rapid-response patrol units, ensuring their footwear exceeds industry standards for protection, comfort, and resilience.

Six Categories of Footwear Moulds

Today, ZAGO offers mould solutions across six major categories:

• Safety | Workplace footwear for hazardous environments such as construction, mining, oil platforms, and engineering.

• Trekking | Footwear designed for uneven terrains, ensuring grip, endurance, and stability.

• Casual | Urban footwear for everyday professional and leisure use.

• Outdoor | Technical footwear for sports and outdoor activities, focused on stability, cushioning, and waterproofing.

• Defence | Footwear for tactical and military operations, engineered for extreme durability in the harshest conditions.

• Boot | Footwear for thermo-grip environments, combining advanced materials with comfort in cold or wet conditions.

This wide product portfolio reflects ZAGO’s philosophy: to meet every challenge with tailored moulding solutions that adapt to the specific needs of global industries.

Advanced Technology Meets Human Expertise

ZAGO continues to invest in high-performance technologies, including PU, Rubber-PU, Rubber-Rubber, and TPU-PU direct injection machines. These systems allow the company to guarantee moulds that not only meet, but often exceed safety and performance standards.

However, technology alone is not enough. It is the human touch, experience, and dedication of ZAGO’s team that transform every mould into a true guarantee of safety and comfort. For professionals in defence and high-risk sectors, this means footwear that can endure extreme conditions while ensuring health and long-lasting comfort.

Excellence as a Way of Being — and Doing

For ZAGO, excellence is not just a slogan. It is a daily practice. From design to production, every mould is tested, refined, and validated to deliver maximum reliability. This commitment allows ZAGO to stay one step ahead of the competition, ensuring that professionals across the globe can trust their footwear, even in the most demanding environments.

Conclusion: Protecting Those Who Protect Us

By remaining true to its founder’s vision, ZAGO has become synonymous with reliability and innovation in the global footwear industry. Whether for soldiers on the frontline, police officers on patrol, or workers in hazardous industries, ZAGO moulds ensure that every step is supported by safety, comfort, and performance.

Looking for defence and safety footwear moulds that go beyond industry standards? Trust ZAGO to deliver moulds built for protection, resilience, and unmatched Made in Italy excellence.