Lastechniek Holland BV

What Lastechniek Holland BV does

Lastechniek Holland BV is an independent Dutch distributor of industrial gases, welding and cutting equipment, and personal protective equipment, headquartered in IJsselstein, Netherlands and serving the Midden Nederland (Central Netherlands) region. Founded in 1974 by Bert van Holstein as a specialist in custom burners and ring pipeline installations, the company has expanded into a full one-stop supplier offering Lorch and Hypertherm welding/cutting machines, Translas fume extraction, CleanAIR respiratory protection, Sixton Peak safety footwear, Guide gloves, SIOEN welding clothing, Sundström masks, Ceweld filler materials, Rhodius grinding products, and a broad industrial gas portfolio (industrial gases, Forane refrigerants, propane, forklift gas). The company sells both new and rental equipment, and provides certified maintenance, inspection per NEN-EN-IEC 60974-4 and 60974-14, and on-site demonstrations.

Name

Lastechniek Holland BV

Legal name

Lastechniek Holland B.V.

Website

https://lastechniekholland.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lastechniek Holland BV is an independent Dutch distributor of industrial gases, welding and cutting equipment, and personal protective equipment, serving industrial businesses, tradespeople, and consumers across Midden Nederland from its IJsselstein showroom since 1974.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Welding Equipment and Industrial Gas Distribution

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (333998), Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423740)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Workshop Tools, Equipment & Lift Systems Distribution (TLAKAOAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lubricants, Fluids & Chemical Products Distribution (Oils, Coolants, AdBlue/DEF, Cleaners) (TLAKAOAL), Specialty Power Systems MRO (Generators, Compressors, Pumps, Welders) (TLAKAHAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial gas supply
• Welding equipment distribution
• Plasma cutting systems
• Personal protective equipment
• Welding consumables supply

Headquarters

HQ city

IJsselstein

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product sales: Sale of industrial gases, welding machines, plasma cutters, gas cylinders, personal protective equipment (helmets, gloves, clothing, footwear), filler materials, grinding/disc products, pipe processing equipment, and accessories. Revenue from one-time product transactions across a broad assortment.
2. Equipment rental: Rental of welding and cutting machines (Lorch, Hypertherm) as a flexible alternative to purchase. Machines are well-maintained, current in software, and certified. Attracts customers with occasional or project-based needs.
3. Service, maintenance, and certification: Technical services including repair, maintenance, inspection, and certification of welding equipment per NEN-EN-IEC 60974-4 and NEN-EN-IEC 60974-14. Also offers safety advice and on-site demonstrations. Service partner for Lorch, Röwac, and Hypertherm.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lastechniek Holland B.V. is an independent distributor of industrial gases (including acetylene, argon, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, Weldar/Weldmix welding gas mixtures, Forane refrigerants, propane, and forklift gas), professional welding and cutting equipment (Lorch MIG/MAG/TIG machines, Hypertherm Powermax plasma cutters, Lorch Cobot collaborative welding robots, Translas fume extraction torches), pipe processing equipment, and personal protective equipment (welding helmets, respirators, gloves, clothing, and safety footwear). The company operates from a showroom in IJsselstein, delivers across Midden Nederland via its own transport fleet, and provides equipment rental, certified maintenance, inspection, and technical advisory services as an authorized service partner for Lorch, Hypertherm, and Röwac.

Product overview

Lastechniek Holland BV is a total supplier of industrial gases, welding, and cutting equipment based in IJsselstein, Netherlands. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized across three main pillars: (1) Gases including industrial gases, welding gas mixtures (Weldar, Weldmix series), Forane refrigerants, propane, and forklift gas; (2) Welding and Cutting Equipment including Lorch welding machines (iQS, MicorMIG, MicorTIG, R-Series, MicorStick, SpeedPulse XT), Lorch Cobot collaborative robots with Turn 100 A rotary table, Hypertherm plasma cutters (Powermax series), Translas fume extraction torches (8XE, 8TE), CleanAIR respiratory protection systems, and pipe processing equipment (TAG, Dumeta manipulators, AMA Roller rotators); (3) Personal Protective Equipment including Shine welding helmets, Sixton Peak safety shoes, Guide gloves (ENVI, goatskin), SIOEN welding clothing, Sundström respiratory masks, Zekler PPE, and L.Brador workwear. The company also offers the Lorch Connect digital monitoring system for welding process analytics. Products are available for purchase or rental with services including maintenance, inspection (NEN-EN-IEC 60974-4), demonstrations, and own transport/delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Industrial Gases Complete range of industrial gases (acetylene, argon, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, forming gas, helium, CO2) and specialty welding gas mixtures (Weldar 30/70/85, Weldmix 8/15/20/80-15-5/90-5-5, Formeergas 5/10) for industrial, fabrication, and hobbyist use. Customers in Midden Nederland can order with own transport delivery.
• Lorch MicorMIG 400 ControlPro High-end Lorch MIG/MAG welding machine for professional environments with starting complete package priced at €5,650. Offers ultra-stable arc, spatter-free welding, parameter memory, and expandability with pulse functionality.
• Lorch iQS Series Latest Lorch MIG/MAG welding inverter series with new inverter technology, RCS for spatter reduction, Smart Cockpit dashboard with real-time parameter insight, networked connectivity, and online data analysis for industrial welding operations.
• Hypertherm Powermax33 XP Plasma Cutter Compact and portable Hypertherm plasma cutter with recommended cutting capacity up to 13 mm and separation capacity of 20 mm. Features dual voltage (120V/240V) capability for versatile on-site deployment.
• Lorch Cobot Welding Robot System Collaborative welding robot system integrating software and single control panel for the cobot and power source. Available in MIG/MAG and TIG versions, CE certified, deployable for series production in industrial metalworking operations.
• Lorch APR 900 Plus Air Welding Helmet Professional welding helmet with integrated APR Flow fresh air unit. Offers large 98x62 mm view field, True Colour technology, optical class 1/1/1/1, four sensors, and DIN 5-14 protection levels for demanding welding environments.
• Lorch Welding Machines (MicorMIG, MicorTIG, R-Series, SpeedPulse XT, MicorStick) Comprehensive Lorch welding machine portfolio including MicorMIG (including Pulse and Mobile variants), MicorTIG 200 DC, R-Series (R-300), SpeedPulse XT (MIG/MAG pulse arc), MicorStick electrode welding, and portable workshop machines for metalworking and fabrication customers.
• Hypertherm Powermax Plasma Cutter Range Full Hypertherm Powermax plasma cutter range distributed by Lastechniek Holland: Powermax30 AIR (with internal compressor), Powermax45 XP, Powermax45 SYNC, Powermax65/85/105 SYNC, and Powermax33 XP, for professional and portable cutting applications.
• Welding Fume Extraction Systems Fume extraction solutions including Plymovent UltraFlex, Translas 8XE MIG Extractor (captures 98% of welding fumes at source), and Translas 8TE TIG Extractor (reduces fumes by up to 95% at source), providing source-capture respiratory safety for welding operations.
• Pipe Processing Equipment Pipe processing tools including Dumeta D-DWP Series welding manipulators (100, 300, 500 kg capacity), TAG pipe supports, rollers, stoppers, clamps, backing gas systems, and Welner AMA Roller compact pipe rotators for machining metal tubes.
• Personal Protective Equipment Assortment Multi-brand PPE assortment including Shine welding helmets, Sixton Peak safety shoes and HDry work boots, SIOEN welding clothing, Guide goatskin and ENVI work gloves, Sundström half-face masks, CleanAIR Omnira COMBI and AerGO respiratory protection, Ceweld E 7016 electrodes, L.Brador WorkMove trousers, Stein-Megafil tubular wires, and Zekler eye and hearing protection.
• Forane Refrigerants and Specialty Gases Refrigerant gases (Forane R-1234yf, R-134a, R-32, R-404A, R-407C, R-407F, R-410A, R-417A, R-422A, R-422D, R-448A, R-507A), propane and camping gas, and forklift gas, distributed to businesses and private customers.
• Equipment Rental Services Rental of Lorch welding machines and Hypertherm plasma cutters maintained as current-model certified equipment, providing project-based or occasional users flexible access without large capital outlay, delivered across Midden Nederland.
• Maintenance, Repair, Inspection and Certification Services Authorized technical services for Lorch, Röwac, and Hypertherm equipment: repair, maintenance, inspection, and certification per NEN-EN-IEC 60974-4 and NEN-EN-IEC 60974-14, plus on-site safety advice and equipment demonstrations.
• Product Catalog and Safety Data Sheet Library Digital product catalog and an extensive library of downloadable safety data sheets and information sheets for over 30 industrial gases and products, supporting customers in regulatory compliance and product selection.

Quantifiable outcome

• 45+ years of experience providing professional welding and gas solutions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• CertilasminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 December 2020Certilas collaborated with Lastechniek Holland and Lorch on a demonstration event for the Lorch Cobot TIG welding system held at the Welding Solution Center in Huissen in December 2020.
• YaskawaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2020Yaskawa (Japanese industrial robotics company) and Lorch announced a European partnership in October 2020 to combine Yaskawa's industrial robot systems with Lorch's welding equipment for automated welding solutions. Lastechniek Holland, as a Lorch partner, is positioned to deliver these integrated automated welding solutions.
• LorchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLastechniek Holland is an official Lorch partner and Lorch-Cobot partner. The company represents the full Lorch portfolio including MicorMIG series, iQS series, MicorTIG, R-series, Lorch Cobot MIG/MAG and TIG systems, Lorch Cobot Turn 100 A, Lorch Connect digital platform, and Lorch LCL 30 ECO coolant. Participated together in Welding Week 2022 as co-exhibitor. Lorch and Lastechniek Holland collaborate on product demonstrations, training, and customer onboarding for cobot systems.
• DW OldenzaalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDW Oldenzaal is a Lorch-Cobot partner that co-exhibited with Lastechniek Holland and Lorch at Welding Week 2022. Lastechniek Holland collaborates with DW Oldenzaal on Lorch Cobot product presentations and customer demonstrations.
• HyperthermcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLastechniek Holland is an authorized Hypertherm distributor, offering the full Powermax plasma cutter range including Powermax30 AIR, Powermax45 XP, Powermax45 SYNC, Powermax65/85/105 SYNC, and Powermax33 XP. Also an authorized service partner for Hypertherm equipment.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• ESAB Corporation: Global welding and cutting equipment manufacturer (cutting, welding, and automation) with a broad European distributor footprint. Competes with Lorch, Hypertherm, and the brands Lastechniek Holland resells for industrial welding and cutting applications.
• Fronius International GmbH: Austrian manufacturer of MIG/MAG, TIG, and plasma welding equipment, including the TransSteel and iWave lines and welding automation. Strong European presence; competes with Lorch and Hypertherm brands Lastechniek Holland distributes for industrial welding customers.
• Miller Electric Mfg. LLC: Major American welding equipment manufacturer (owned by ITW) offering MIG, TIG, plasma cutting, and welding automation. Competes with the Lorch and Hypertherm brands Lastechniek Holland distributes through its own European dealer network.
• Lincoln Electric Holdings: Largest global welding equipment manufacturer offering MIG, TIG, stick, plasma cutting, and welding automation. Operates through a global distributor network and competes with the premium European brands carried by Lastechniek Holland across industrial welding customers.
• Kemppi Oy: Finnish welding equipment manufacturer offering MIG/MAG, TIG, and stick welding systems, cobot welding, and welding software. Operates a broad European dealer network and competes for the same industrial welding customer base as the brands Lastechniek Holland distributes.
• Lorch Schweisstechnik GmbH: German manufacturer of premium MIG/MAG, TIG, and electrode welding equipment including the MicorMIG, iQS, Cobot, and SpeedPulse lines that Lastechniek Holland distributes. Acts as both a key supplier and a broader incumbent in the European welding equipment market, with a wide dealer network across Europe.
• EWM Hightec Welding GmbH: German manufacturer of MIG/MAG, TIG, and plasma welding equipment. Competes with Lorch and Hypertherm in the European premium welding market and serves overlapping industrial customer segments as the brands Lastechniek Holland distributes.
• Migatronic A/S: Danish welding equipment manufacturer producing MIG/MAG, TIG, and plasma cutting systems. Sells through European distributors and competes with Lorch and Hypertherm in the same Benelux and Dutch industrial customer base as Lastechniek Holland.

Others

• Linde plc: Global industrial gas supplier (Linde Gas) that directly supplies industrial gases, welding gas mixtures, and refrigerants to industrial end users in the Netherlands. Adjacent competitor to Lastechniek Holland's industrial gases business but operates at a vastly larger scale.
• Air Liquide SA: Global industrial gas supplier selling welding gas mixtures, refrigerants, and industrial gases to Dutch industrial customers. Adjacent to Lastechniek Holland's gases business but competes by serving large end users directly and bypassing distributors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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