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John Smith "Jack" Zink (October 17, 1928 – February 5, 2005), founder of Zeeco, Inc., was an American engineer who received 35 patents for his inventions in the field of combustion, and was also known for his achievements and contributions in business, auto racing and charitable enterprises.
John Jacob Zink (1886–1952) was an American architect who designed movie houses in Washington, D.C., and Baltimore. John Jacob Zink. Born June 1, 1886. ...
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Flaherty, driving for the John Zink team, notably notched the first Indy 500 victory for the famous Watson roadster. In his 12th attempt, veteran Sam Hanks was still searching for his elusive first Indy victory. Flaherty was the last driver to win the "500" wearing a t-shirt. [20] All subsequent winners have worn flame retardant uniforms.
John Zink Special John Zink Watson, Offenhauser 142.772 mph (229.769 km/h) 2 14: Fred Agabashian Bowes Seal Fast Special George Bignotti Kurtis 500G, Offenhauser 142.557 mph (229.423 km/h) 6: Johnny Boyd Bowes Seal Fast Special George Bignotti Kurtis 500G, Offenhauser 142.102 mph (228.691 km/h) 5: Jimmy Reece Hoyt Machine Special Fred Sommer
The architect, John Jacob Zink, designed the Senator with a circular upper structure of glass blocks and limestone. Multicolored backlighting of the glass block was added to produce a dramatic effect at night. [3] [4]
Asbjornson purchased the heating and air-conditioning division of John Zink and created a new company called AAON. The name ensured the company would be listed first in the phone directories. [3] In 1991, AAON acquired Coils Plus in Longview, TX, initially only committed to manufacturing HVAC coils. [4]
From 1955 to 1958, Watson was associated with the John Zink team, and from 1959 on with Bob Wilke. Watson's first win as a car builder came in 1956 when Pat Flaherty drove the John Zink entry to victory in that year's Indianapolis 500.