Machinefabriek Boessenkool

What Machinefabriek Boessenkool does

Machinefabriek Boessenkool B.V. is a Dutch private machine factory founded in 1902 and headquartered in Almelo, Netherlands, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Osse Equipment Manufacturing Group. The company specializes in large-format, high-precision, low-volume custom manufacturing — including CNC turning (up to 5,500 x 4,000 mm and 60-ton workpieces via HANKOOK carousel lathes), 5-axis CNC milling (IBARMIA ZVH45/L1500), cobot-assisted welding, drilling, boring, and complete machine building in air-conditioned halls with a 120-ton lifting capacity. It serves industrial customers across nine verticals: oil & gas (pressure vessels up to 1,000 bar), medical (MRI scanner structures), food & agro, logistics, research centers (CERN vacuum vessels for the LHC), shipbuilding, semiconductor/chip, and automotive.

The firm operates a hybrid revenue model combining project-based custom manufacturing services with proprietary product sales. Services include one-off prototypes, small-series production, complete machine building, and revision/retrofitting under a quote-based enterprise field-sales motion with no e-commerce. Proprietary products — organized under sub-brands DESPRAY (patented 100% aerosol-can recycling systems), Drone4 (heavy-lift electric drones), e-Horse (€100,000+ electric tractors), S4 Vliegwiel/Kinext (flywheel energy storage), LPG vulpistool (filling guns), and Vatendragers (barrel carriers) — are sold via direct consultation. Boessenkool holds top-tier certifications (VCA**, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 3834-2:2005, NEN-EN 1090-2 EXC 3, plus stamping authority for Lloyds, BV, ABS, DNV, RINA, TÜV) that gate access to regulated-industry work, and trades primarily in Dutch, German, and English across regional and international trade shows (ESEF, IFAT, Pollutec). The company employs 65+ staff across construction, machining, and machine building, led operationally by Bedrijfsleider Harry Nijkamp under CEO Eelco Osse of the parent group.

Name

Machinefabriek Boessenkool

Legal name

Machinefabriek Boessenkool B.V.

Website

https://boessenkool.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1902

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Machinefabriek Boessenkool is a 1902-founded Dutch machine factory in Almelo specializing in large-format, high-precision custom manufacturing (CNC turning up to 60 tons, 5-axis milling, cobot welding, complete machine building) and proprietary products (DESPRAY aerosol recycling, Drone4 heavy-lift drones, e-Horse electric tractors, S4 flywheel energy storage, LPG nozzles) serving enterprise customers across oil & gas, medical, research, agricultural, and energy verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Industrial Manufacturing

NAICS

Machine Shops (332710), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550), Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Welding, Fabrication & Field Machining Services (On-site) (IMAIACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC), Filling & Dosing Machines (Liquid/Powder/Solid) (IMAHAOAF)

Keywords

• Custom machine building
• CNC machining services
• Precision manufacturing
• Industrial equipment
• Aerosol recycling systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Almelo

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Manufacturing Services: B2B custom manufacturing services including CNC machining, welding, assembly, and testing. Project-based work with custom quotations. Revenue generated from machining services, machine building, and construction work for industrial customers.
2. Complete Machine Building: Design, development and production of complete machines and systems. From single prototypes to complete production lines.
3. Proprietary Products: Own products including e-Horse electric tractor, DESPRAY aerosol recycling systems, Drone4 drones, LPG filling guns, barrel carriers, and S4 flywheel systems.
4. Revision and Retrofitting Services: Revising and upgrading existing machines to improve performance and extend operational life.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Machinefabriek Boessenkool is a machine factory that performs custom machining, welding, assembly, and complete machine building for industrial customers, specializing in large-format (up to 20 meters), extreme precision (down to 0.01 mm), and small-batch production. The company also develops and manufactures proprietary products including DESPRAY aerosol recycling systems, e-Horse electric tractors, Drone4 heavy-lift drones, S4 flywheel energy storage, LPG filling guns, and barrel carriers, with all engineering, machining, welding, assembly and testing performed in-house since 1902.

Product overview

Machinefabriek Boessenkool is a machine factory offering a combination of custom manufacturing services and proprietary products. Their service portfolio includes CNC turning (including carousel turning up to 60 tons), 5-axis CNC milling, cobot welding, drilling, machine building, revision, testing/measuring, and construction services. Their proprietary product portfolio includes: DESPRAY (patented aerosol recycling system for 100% recovery of spray can contents), e-Horse (100% electric tractor with solar/wheel motor technology), Drone4 (heavy-use electric drones for agriculture/military), S4 Flywheel (Kinext flywheel energy storage system), LPG filling gun, and barrel carriers. The company operates as a co-maker, providing development, design, machining, assembly and testing all in-house since 1902.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DESPRAY: 100% Aerosol can recycling technology - designs and manufactures the most advanced aerosol recycling technology worldwide
• Drone4
• e-Horse
• S4 Vliegwiel
• LPG Vulpistool
• Vatendragers

Products and services

• LPG vulpistool (LPG Filling Gun) LPG filling gun tested and approved by Stoomwezen, Lloyds, Bk-Gas, BP, Tokheim and Shell. Features reduced gas residue after refueling, easier handling due to new design, and fewer subcomponents for cost-effective production.
• Vatendragers (Barrel Carriers) Metal containers and barrel carriers for transport and storage, custom-made in steel, aluminum or stainless steel with coating, painting or galvanizing options.
• e-Horse Electric Tractor 100% electric tractor featuring 20 kWh lithium-ion battery capacity, 8 solar panels, 48V wheel motors, permanent four-wheel drive and four-wheel steering. Suitable for 3-meter wide implements at speeds up to 13 km/h. Collaboration with Van der Veen, priced from €100,000.
• DESPRAY Aerosol Recycling System Patented aerosol recycling technology that safely recovers 100% of metals, liquids and gases from spray cans. World market leader with multiple patents. Original concept from 2014, with solutions realized from concept to fully operational prototype in under 18 months.
• Drone4 Heavy-Lift Drone Heavy-use electric drone with capacity over 500 kg and flight times up to 30 minutes. Includes military applications, large-scale delivery concepts, and agricultural crop spraying. Fully programmable and GPS-adaptable.
• S4 Vliegwiel (S4 Flywheel) Innovative flywheel energy storage system called Kinext. 1-ton flywheel, 3-meter diameter, rotating at 1,500 km/h at outer edge. Can switch 1 megawatt in and out in milliseconds. Fully operational 5 megawatt multi-system installed on-site.
• CNC Draaien (CNC Turning) CNC turning services including carousel turning up to 5,500 x 4,000 mm, maximum workpiece weight 60 tons, 235 KW power, accuracy to 0.01 mm. Machines include HWACHEON MEGA-95 CNC, TAKANG 770A CNC, and HANKOOK for largest workpieces.
• Frezen (Milling) CNC milling services featuring IBARMIA ZVH45/L1500 5-axis CNC milling machine with 1,500 x 800 x 800 mm work area, 800 mm rotary table, up to 1,500 kg workpiece capacity.
• Cobot Lassen (Cobot Welding) Collaborative robot welding services. Cobot works alongside skilled welders for precise, repeatable welds. Processes include OP-lassen (SAW), electrode welding (SMAW), MIG/MAG, TIG, and Hot Wired TIG Automatic. Climate-controlled production hall.
• Boren (Drilling) Drilling services for ferro and non-ferro materials. Equipment includes MASS VO50, VR8A, VR4A, BERGONZI TNC 40, DONAU, and 120-ton overhead crane. Certified for aluminum, stainless steel, cladding with Inconel and stainless steel, steel, cast steel, Hardox.
• Machinebouw (Machine Building) Custom machine building from single pieces to multiple machines, from small to immense size. Capabilities up to 20 meters length, 120-ton lifting capacity. Complete machines, systems, and parts with in-house engineering, machining, welding, assembly and testing.
• Revisie (Revision/Overhaul) Machine revision and upgrade services to extend lifespan of existing equipment, improve performance and reduce need for new machine investments.
• Testen en Meten (Testing and Measuring) Precision testing and measuring services using measurement system developed with Sumipro from Almelo. Control measurements performed on still-clamped workpieces. Practical tests according to pre-agreed scripts and specifications.
• Constructies (Constructions) Construction services including assembly of parts and complete machines, sheet metal fabrication, and welding from thin TIG work to heavy SAW welding with thicknesses over 100mm. Construction capabilities up to 150 meters length, 8 meters width and height, up to 120 tons weight.

Quantifiable outcome

• Complete machine prototypes realized from concept to operational prototype in under 18 months
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Van der VeencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in developing and manufacturing the e-Horse electric tractor. Van der Veen collaborates with Boessenkool on the 100% electric tractor project featuring solar panels, 48V wheel motors, and GPS automatic steering capabilities.
• Aerosol Recycling TwentecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for closed-loop innovation. Aerosol Recycling Twente processes 6-10 million aerosol cans annually into metal bricks, liquids and gas. The captured gas is used with DESPRAY recycling machines to heat Boessenkool's production facility, achieving approximately 100 tons CO2 reduction per year and €30,000 annual gas savings.
• Smart Solutions LabminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation collaboration project involving DESPRAY and student researchers. Maria Salman worked on optimizing gas capture and separation processes for aerosol recycling and developing renewable energy solutions for DESPRAY's production facility.
• TECH.LANDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational Dutch-German Triple Helix ecosystem collaboration. Started 4 years ago in Münster, Germany. Focuses on energy solutions, circular economy, health/medtech, and advanced manufacturing and robotics. Combines network of companies, organizations, and students for cross-border innovation.
• NBSO LyonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetherlands Business Support Office in Lyon that assists with booking meetings and visits for the NL Pavilion at international trade shows like Pollutec Lyon.
• S4 ManufacturingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeveloper and producer of innovative energy storage and peak systems. Boessenkool manufactured their Kinext flywheel technology - a 1-ton flywheel with 3-meter diameter capable of 1,500 km/h speed at outer edge, switching 1 megawatt in milliseconds.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Demcon: Dutch mechatronics and high-tech systems manufacturer providing custom machines and precision production solutions for medical, semiconductor, and industrial customers — comparable in precision contract manufacturing and Dutch mid-market positioning.
• Sioux Technologies: Dutch high-tech contract manufacturer developing and producing complex mechatronic modules and machines — directly comparable in custom design-to-production model serving demanding European OEMs.
• VDL Groep: Dutch privately-owned industrial manufacturing conglomerate offering contract manufacturing, machining, and system assembly across multiple subsidiaries and end markets — directly comparable breadth and family/group ownership model.
• NTS Group: Dutch precision mechanics and mechatronics contract manufacturer with operations across the Netherlands serving semiconductor, medical, and analytical markets — closely comparable in custom precision manufacturing.

Regional players

• Lely: Dutch privately-owned manufacturer of agricultural and dairy robots/machinery — comparable as a privately-held Dutch industrial equipment innovator with proprietary product IP, though in a different vertical (dairy).

Broad incumbents

• Lincoln Electric: Global welding equipment, consumables, and cutting solutions manufacturer — directly comparable in advanced welding (including robotic/cobot welding) used in industrial fabrication.
• Bystronic: Swiss-listed provider of sheet metal processing machinery and automation systems — comparable in metal fabrication equipment and large-format processing capability.
• DMG Mori: Global manufacturer of CNC machine tools and turnkey manufacturing solutions — comparable precision metal-cutting equipment and large-format machining technology.
• Hardinge: US-based manufacturer of precision CNC turning, milling, and grinding machines — comparable in metal-cutting machine tool technology and high-tolerance industrial manufacturing.
• Trumpf: German global leader in industrial machine tools and laser/sheet-metal fabrication equipment — comparable in metalworking machinery and precision fabrication capabilities, but at vastly greater scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Xx.com/ossegroup
• Facebookfacebook.com/Boessenkool

Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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