Machinefabriek Geurtsen

What Machinefabriek Geurtsen does

Machinefabriek Geurtsen B.V. is a Dutch custom industrial machine builder founded in 1926, headquartered in Deventer, Netherlands. The company designs, engineers, fabricates, commissions, and services special-purpose machines and complete turnkey production lines for industrial clients across food and beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, packaging, defense, construction, and general manufacturing sectors. Notable proprietary products include the Rotator R80 in-line packaging leak detection system (developed for Oxipack at 80 packages per minute), the InjectorPro high-speed filling machine (48,000 donuts per hour), the fully automated circular mattress production line built for Auping via the Robotize joint venture, and a stone strip application machine for prefabricated construction. The technology stack integrates mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineering with robotics, 3D scanning (0.1mm precision), CAD/CAM, PLM platforms (3DEXPERIENCE and SOLIDWORKS), and predictive maintenance systems to deliver Industry 4.0 solutions.

The company operates a project-based, direct enterprise sales model. Revenue is generated through one-time licensing of custom machines and turnkey production lines, supplemented by recurring service and maintenance contracts; pricing is custom and not publicly disclosed, with multi-year contract cadences. Customers include Tony's Chocolonely (via Müller Fresh Food Logistics), Auping, Teijin Aramid, GEA, Oxipack, Uitgekookt, Foodlyoo, and Trioworld. Geurtsen is a third-generation family-owned business led by CEO and owner Patrick Geurtsen, operating as part of the Geurtsen Groep, a group of nine companies that includes Geurtsen Defence, SPS Group, Robotize (a joint venture with Hollander Techniek), MFE Group B.V. (recently acquired), BST Servicegroep, and Gemini Techniek. The company employs more than 140 people and in 2025 relocated to a new facility at A1 Bedrijvenpark in Deventer offering six times the previous assembly space.

Name

Machinefabriek Geurtsen

Legal name

Machinefabriek Geurtsen B.V.

Website

https://mfgeurtsen.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1926

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Machinefabriek Geurtsen is a Dutch custom industrial machine builder (founded 1926) designing and manufacturing special-purpose machines and turnkey production lines for food, pharmaceutical, chemical, packaging, defense, and construction clients across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

NAICS

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (33324), Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Factory Automation Cells & Integrated Systems (Assembly, Welding, Painting Lines) (IMAHAHAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

End-of-Line Integration & Packaging Line Systems (IMAHAOAN), Filling & Dosing Machines (Liquid/Powder/Solid) (IMAHAOAF)

Keywords

• Custom machine building
• Industrial automation systems
• Special machinery manufacturing
• Turnkey production lines
• Process automation solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Deventer

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Machine Building: Design, development, and fabrication of custom special machines and customer-specific modules that seamlessly fit into production processes. Projects range from single machines to complete production lines.
2. Turn-Key Projects: Complete turn-key production lines and integrated machine systems from engineering to commissioning, delivered through modern one-stop-shop approach.
3. Service & Maintenance: Knowledge-driven service and maintenance support going beyond simple troubleshooting, including upgrades and adaptations to changing production needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Machinefabriek Geurtsen designs, engineers, and builds custom special machines and complete turnkey production lines for the food, chemical, pharmaceutical, packaging, defense, and construction industries. The company combines mechanical, electrical, and control systems engineering with robotics, automation, and Industry 4.0 solutions to deliver made-to-order machinery and integrated production systems. Projects span from single machines to complete production lines, supported by ongoing service, predictive maintenance, and process optimization.

Product overview

Machinefabriek Geurtsen is a custom machine builder and industrial automation partner offering specialized machinery and turnkey production solutions. The core offering centers on Machinebouw (custom machine building) and Turnkey Projecten (turnkey production lines), complemented by Procesoptimalisatie (process optimization) and Service & Onderhoud (maintenance) services. Key products include the Rotator R80 in-line leak detection system, InjectorPro high-speed filling machines, and specialized equipment for food, pharmaceutical, chemical, construction, defense, and packaging industries. Notable innovations include a 5-axis CNC machine for complex machining, 3D scanning services with 0.1mm precision, and modular solutions like the steenstripmachine for construction automation. The company operates through its Robotize joint venture for robotics solutions and collaborates with sister companies including SPS Group (mixing technology), BST Servicegroep, and Gemini Techniek within the Geurtsen Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Machinebouw (Machine Building) Development and construction of custom special machines and customer-specific modules that integrate into existing production processes. Combines over 90 years of engineering experience with a modern one-stop-shop for engineering and production.
• Turnkey Projecten (Turnkey Projects) Design, build, and delivery of complete turnkey production lines and integrated machine systems from initial engineering through commissioning using a one-stop-shop approach.
• Procesoptimalisatie (Process Optimization) Technical improvement of existing production processes, delivering higher output, consistent quality, better ergonomics, and improved safety tailored to specific customer situations.
• Service & Onderhoud (Service & Maintenance) Knowledge-driven service and maintenance support that extends beyond troubleshooting to ensure long-term reliable and optimal performance of customer installations, including upgrades and adaptations.
• Rotator R80 In-line Leak Detection Machine In-line packaging leak detection machine enabling testing directly in production lines at 80 packages per minute. Developed with Oxipack, supports both B&R and Allen-Bradley control platforms for global integration into existing facilities.
• InjectorPro High-Speed Filling Machine High-speed filling machine capable of filling 48,000 donuts per hour, designed for industrial food production lines.
• Tony's Chocolonely Chocolate Easter Egg Filling Machine Special filling machine developed for Müller Fresh Food Logistics to handle Tony's Chocolonely chocolate easter eggs, featuring a smart air-based reversal system that ensures eggs are placed upright in cartons and supports up to 12 different chocolate flavors.
• Steenstripmachine (Stone Strip Machine) Modular automation solution for applying stone strips in prefabricated construction, featuring an innovative robot gripper capable of detecting, positioning, and correcting stone strips with 0.1mm precision to replace manual masonry labor.
• Circulaire Matrassenlijn (Circular Mattress Production Line) Fully automated circular mattress production line developed through the Robotize joint venture for Auping, producing over 2,000 mattress variants in One Piece Flow using digital twin technology for concept validation.
• 3D Scanning Service On-site 3D scanning service enabling complete installation, piping, and component measurement in minutes with 0.1mm precision accuracy, supporting reverse engineering, quality control, and digital documentation.
• Vijfassige CNC-machine (5-Axis CNC Machine) Five-axis CNC machine enabling simultaneous milling and multi-sided machining in a single setup, allowing faster and more precise processing of complex shapes for custom parts production.
• GEA MultiCarve Meat Processing Machine Specialized meat processing machine developed for GEA that quickly and efficiently tenderizes, rolls, and incisions meat for industrial food processing applications.
• Conische Mengers (Conical Mixers and Dryers) Conical mixers and dryers produced by SPS Group (part of Geurtsen Group), providing efficient and homogeneous mixing with minimal product load and low energy consumption for advanced industrial processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3D scanning collects more data in 15 minutes than previously took 1.5 hours
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dijkham Bouw B.V.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 September 2025Construction partner for new Geurtsen facility on A1 Business Park. Also partner in Smart Energy Hub initiative for shared energy management. Dijkham secured power capacity critical for Geurtsen's new location.
• OxipackcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership with Oxipack to develop the Rotator R80 - breakthrough in-line leak detection machine for packaging. Oxipack is the only company worldwide offering such fast and reliable inline leak detection solution. Geurtsen handles complete development, fabrication, commissioning and after-sales service while Oxipack provides market access and application expertise.
• RobotizecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRobotize is a joint venture between Hollander Techniek and Machinefabriek Geurtsen, focused on smart automation and robotics. Together they have successfully completed multiple projects including the Auping circular mattress production line. Robotize brings market and customer knowledge while Geurtsen provides engineering, construction and installation capabilities.
• Hollander TechniekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Robotize joint venture contributing software and IT integration expertise. Also involved in construction of new Geurtsen facility and stone strip machine development. Provides automation, robotics and data analysis expertise.
• UitgekooktminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partner in EFRO-funded project 'Personalized Food for Young and Old'. Geurtsen handles production automation for the personalized meal box system. Uitgekookt provides food production expertise from Kampen.
• FoodlyoominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partner in EFRO-funded personalized food project. Foodlyoo (Arnhem) contributes to the personalized meal solution combining expertise in food technology and distribution.
• Smart Energy Hub PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with neighboring companies on A1 Business Park for collective energy contract and power sharing through Smart Energy Hub. First such initiative in Liander service area to address grid congestion.
• Bessels Architecten & Ingenieurs B.V.minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerArchitecture and engineering partner for new facility design, contributing to BREEAM and WELL certified building development.
• DOC27minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction management partner for new Geurtsen facility project.
• Müller Fresh Food LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCustomer-partner for Tony's Chocolonely packaging operations. Geurtsen developed special filling machine for chocolate easter eggs handling 12 different flavors with unique air reversal technology.
• NIDV (Nederlandse Industrie voor Defensie en Veiligheid)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association membership strengthening Geurtsen's position in defense industry. Requires meeting strict qualification criteria and quality standards. Opens opportunities in both Dutch and international defense markets.
• Koninklijke AupingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership for circular mattress production line through Robotize joint venture. Geurtsen contributed to breakthrough circular manufacturing system producing thousands of mattress variants automatically.
• MFE Group B.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquisition by Geurtsen Group expanding production capacity, facilities and technical experts. Creates stronger market position regionally, nationally and internationally.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Customer concentration

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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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