Kiremko BV

What Kiremko BV does

Kiremko BV, founded in 1965 and headquartered in Montfoort, Netherlands, is a B2B industrial equipment manufacturer that designs, engineers, and delivers turnkey potato processing lines to global food processing companies. The company produces six integrated product lines covering French fries, coated French fries, potato flakes, formed mash, hash browns, potato chips, and pellet snacks, anchored by proprietary core machines including the STRATA Invicta steam peeler, Corda Invicta fryer, QuadraFlow hydro cutting system, and a suite of process monitoring products (PeelGuard optical inspection, Visionair optical sorting, WeighGuard dosing, KnifeGuard RFID tracking). Manufacturing takes place at three facilities (Montfoort in the Netherlands; Idaho Falls and Caldwell in the United States), with direct sales offices in China (Beijing) and India (New Delhi).

Kiremko operates as part of an Industrial Group under Investindustrial ownership, alongside long-standing partners Idaho Steel Products (since 1996) and Reyco Systems (since 2005), and recently expanded through the June 2026 acquisition of Tummers Group and Van der Giessen. The combined group generates approximately €400 million in annual revenues, employs over 450 people across facilities in the Netherlands, the United States, India, and China, and serves more than 300 customers in over 50 countries. The customer base is anchored by enterprise frozen potato processors such as Aviko, McCrum, Mydibel, and HZPC.

The revenue model is project-based and capital-equipment centric: one-time sales of engineered processing lines and individual machines, supplemented by recurring service and maintenance, spare parts, and project consulting. Pricing is quote-based (not publicly disclosed) reflecting the custom-configuration nature of each line. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales with direct engagement by regional offices and a distributor network spanning 15+ countries, complemented by a broader partner ecosystem that integrates storage, cutting, packaging, pumping, controls, and optical sorting technologies into Kiremko's lines.

Name

Kiremko BV

Legal name

Kiremko B.V.

Website

https://www.kiremko.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Kiremko BV is a Netherlands-based manufacturer founded in 1965 that designs and delivers turnkey potato processing lines (French fries, chips, flakes, hash browns, formed mash, pellet snacks) and proprietary equipment to global food processing companies, operating as part of an Investindustrial-owned Industrial Group with ~€400M combined revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Potato Processing Equipment

NAICS

Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Furnaces, Kilns & Thermal Processing Equipment (IMAHAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Filling & Dosing Machines (Liquid/Powder/Solid) (IMAHAOAF)

Keywords

• Potato processing equipment
• Turnkey processing lines
• Food processing machinery
• Industrial frying systems
• Steam peeling equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Montfoort

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Potato Processing Equipment Sales: Capital equipment sales including individual machines (steam peelers, fryers, cutters, dryers) and complete turnkey production lines for potato processing applications.
2. Service and Maintenance: 24/7 service department providing installation, mounting, maintenance, and technical support. Includes spare parts sales and project development consulting.
3. Project Development and Consulting: Specialized consulting for operational management decisions, including new plant construction and existing processing line upgrades.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Kiremko BV manufactures and integrates complete turnkey potato processing equipment and production lines for food processing companies worldwide. The company's portfolio includes six product lines (French fries, coated French fries, potato chips, hash browns, formed mash, flakes, and pellet snacks) consisting of proprietary specialized machines such as steam peelers, hydro cutting systems, fryers, optical inspection systems, drum dryers, blanchers, and formers. Kiremko also provides installation, commissioning, 24/7 service, spare parts, and consulting for new plant construction and processing line upgrades.

Product overview

Kiremko BV is a turnkey potato processing solutions provider founded in 1965, offering a comprehensive portfolio of product lines and specialized machines for processing potatoes into French fries, potato chips, flakes, hash browns, formed mash products, and pellet snacks. The core product portfolio includes six complete product lines (French Fry/Coated French Fry, Flake, Formed Mash, Hash Brown, Potato Chip, and Pellet Snack lines), each comprising multiple specialized machines. Key equipment includes the STRATA Invicta steam peeler (offering up to 25% shorter peeling time), Corda Invicta fryer (30% less oil consumption), Quadra Flow hydro cutting system, and advanced inspection systems like PeelGuard (optical inspection) and WeighGuard (precision dosing). The company also offers Process Monitoring solutions (PeelGuard, WeighGuard, KnifeGuard, Visionair) that connect to MES/ERP systems for data-driven optimization. Kiremko operates alongside strategic brands Idaho Steel and Reyco Systems (US-based), and following the June 2026 acquisition of Tummers Group and Van der Giessen, the combined organization generates approximately €400 million in annual revenue with operations across Europe, North America, and South Asia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• STRATA Invicta: Steam peeler setting new standard with maximum yield at shortest cycle time
• Corda Invicta
• PeelGuard
• WeighGuard
• Quadra Flow
• KnifeGuard

Products and services

• French Fry and Coated French Fry Line Complete turnkey processing line for producing French fries and coated French fries, including handling, cutting, blanching, frying, and sorting equipment for industrial-scale potato processing companies.
• Flake Line Turnkey processing line for producing potato flakes from raw potatoes through cooking, mashing, mixing, drying, and milling for food manufacturers producing potato flakes and dried potato products.
• Hash Brown Line Turnkey processing line for producing hash browns and other formed potato products from shredded potatoes including peeling, cutting, drying, forming, and frying for formed potato product manufacturers.
• Formed Mash Line Turnkey processing line for forming mashed potato products including croquettes, duchesse, rösti rounds, and other specialty shapes from cooked and mashed potatoes.
• Potato Chip Line Complete processing line for potato chips including pre-cleaning, cutting, blanching, frying, flavouring, and inspection for snack food manufacturers.
• Pellet Snack Line Turnkey processing line for producing pellet snacks through handling, weighing, dosing, frying, and flavouring for pellet snack producers.
• STRATA Invicta Steam Peeler Advanced steam peeler offering maximum yields at shortest cycle times. Features up to 25% shorter peeling time, 20% smaller cooking ring, and up to 10% reduction in peel waste. Uses NASA-quality materials for wear resistance and condensate separation for optimal heat transfer.
• Corda Invicta Fryer Revolutionary fryer design featuring 30% less oil consumption and 15% smaller footprint. Built with full metal belt and integrated chain link for improved hygiene and easier maintenance.
• QuadraFlow Hydro Cutting System Water-based potato cutting technology that transports product at high velocity (10-14 meters per second) through a knife grid with minimal damage and optimal cut quality. Features state-of-the-art changeover system.
• PeelGuard Optical Inspection System Optical measuring and weighing instrument for in-line inspection of peeled potatoes. Detects residual peels, dark/green/black spots, and calculates peel percentage using latest computer vision technology. Integrates with MES/ERP systems.
• WeighGuard Dosing System Advanced dosing and weighing system for flavourings (salt, dextrose) ensuring uniform and consistent product flavouring. Combines Loss-In-Weight system with weighing belt and integrates with MES/ERP systems.
• Drum Dryer Largest drum dryer in the world for drying cooked potatoes into flakes, with capacities up to 1200kg/hr (25% more than competitors). Features automatic adjustment of top applicator rolls and stainless steel surface. Developed in partnership with Idaho Steel.
• EcoMiser Oil Recovery System Green alternative for oil recovery after frying, developed by strategic partner Reyco Systems. Features enclosed conveyors with integrated catch pans for reduced vapor, noise, and improved hygiene.
• Nex-Gem4 Rotary Former Ultra-modern rotary former developed by Idaho Steel with Quick Change Inserts for fast tool exchange without special tools. Features advanced monitoring and increased production capacity.
• 24/7 Service and Maintenance 24/7 service department providing installation, mounting, maintenance, and technical support for all Kiremko equipment. Includes spare parts sales and project development consulting for new plant construction and existing processing line upgrades.
• Project Development and Consulting Specialized consulting for operational management decisions, including new plant construction and existing processing line upgrades for potato processing companies worldwide.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 25% shorter peeling time with STRATA Invicta
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability10 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and strategic.

• Tummers GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 June 2026Netherlands-based provider of potato processing equipment, turnkey potato flake lines, drum drying technology, and system integration. Acquired by the Industrial Group to expand capabilities in potato flake processing applications.
• Van der GiessenmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 June 2026Specialist in design, production, and installation of conveyor and pump systems, platforms and piping systems. Brings expertise in equipment erection and on-site services supporting customers during critical project execution and commissioning phases.
• Idaho Steel ProductscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership since 1996 for potato processing equipment. Idaho Steel manufactures equipment in the US while Kiremko serves the rest of the world. Jointly developed products include drum dryers and Nex-Gem forming machines. Together they form a tri-brand offering global coverage.
• Reyco SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership formed in 2005 alongside Idaho Steel and Kiremko. Reyco provides EcoMiser oil recovery systems and other equipment. Together they form a tri-brand with over 50 years of combined experience in potato processing industry.
• Tolsma-GrisnichstrategicTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partner for potato storage solutions including ventilation, cooling, control technology, and potato receival systems. Extends Kiremko's capabilities in pre-processing storage operations.
• FAM STUMABOstrategicTechnology or IntegrationGlobal partner for mechanical cutting systems and precision blades. Provides cutting technology that complements Kiremko's QuadraFlow system and other processing equipment.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Urschel Laboratories: Global manufacturer of industrial cutting, slicing, and dicing machinery, including potato processing applications. Competes with Kiremko's QuadraFlow hydro cutting system for slicing and dicing business from frozen potato and chip processors.
• FAM STUMABO: Belgium-headquartered manufacturer of industrial cutting machines for fruits, vegetables, and potatoes (Tridis, Centris slicers). Strategic partner of Kiremko for cutting technology but also a competing supplier of slicers to the same potato processing customers.
• Idaho Steel Products: US-based manufacturer of potato processing equipment (Nex-Gem former, steam cookers, drum dryers) and a long-standing Kiremko strategic partner since 1996. Now part of the same Investindustrial-owned Industrial Group, it serves as Kiremko's closest comparable in product offering and customer base.
• Provisur Technologies: US-based food processing equipment maker with forming, separating, and coating systems used in formed potato mash and protein lines (Hoegger separator). Kiremko partner on certain equipment but competes for the same formed-mash and hash brown capital projects.
• Heat and Control: Global supplier of processing and packaging equipment for snack foods, French fries, and formed products. Directly competes with Kiremko across potato chip lines, coating systems, and continuous fryers serving the same multinational food processors.
• Reyco Systems: US-based provider of potato processing equipment including the EcoMiser oil recovery system, joined the Kiremko/Idaho Steel partnership in 2005 to form the tri-brand group. Directly comparable in target customers (frozen potato processors) and complementary product scope.
• Tummers Group: Netherlands-based manufacturer of potato processing equipment, turnkey potato flake lines, and drum drying technology, acquired by the Kiremko Industrial Group in June 2026. Highly comparable in product lines, geography, and target customers before becoming a subsidiary.

Broad incumbents

• JBT Marel: Global food technology group formed by the merger of JBT and Marel, providing processing solutions across protein, dairy, and prepared foods including French fry lines. A large multi-category competitor with broader geographic reach than Kiremko's potato-focused portfolio.
• Bühler Group: Swiss-based broad food processing equipment manufacturer with strong positions in grain milling, extrusion, and snack/pellet systems. Competes with Kiremko in pellet snack lines and offers alternatives for processors evaluating multi-category equipment vendors.
• GEA Group: Large German engineering group supplying food processing, separation, and packaging equipment across dairy, meat, beverage, and prepared foods. Overlaps with Kiremko in separators, homogenizers, and broader potato/snack processing lines but as part of a much wider portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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