It is said that "necessity is the mother of invention" and in the Northwest where rivers run strong all year around there was a need for an anchoring system that would
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1. Anchor fast
2. Anchor secure
3. Release from anchoring in turbulent waters of the Northwest's river

Thus the DIERKS anchoring system was born by master machinist and boat builder, Paul Dierks, in 1982.

Now DIERKS anchoring systems are being used throughout the bays, rivers and current producing open waters of North America.Paul was already well established as a master machinist, having cast numerous anchoring systems for the designs of his outstanding aluminum boats. As in most "good inventions," other enthusiasts found out and "word of mouth" spread.

In 1994 Paul sold DIERKS to Phil Lange, an avid outdoorsman and professional metal fabricator, who opened Langes Production Specialties. Zach Ruhland, after 15 years of working with Phil, bought the business in 2025. Keeping tradition and adding a new twist to business.Langes Production Specialties is excited to add or improve our products! Feel free to reach out if you have a part you want to manufacture in bigger quantities.

-Zach Ruhland