Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V.

What Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V. does

Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V. is a Dutch specialist contractor in refrigeration and climate control technology, founded in 1954 as a family business and headquartered in Waddinxveen, South Holland. The company designs, installs, and maintains custom cooling and freezing systems — including cooling cells, freezer cells, climate-controlled storage cabinets, CO2 (R744) refrigeration installations, Daikin VRV systems, and air-to-air heat pumps — for food production, floriculture, hospitality, commercial offices, aerospace/government facilities, and residential customers across the Netherlands. Project revenue is supplemented by recurring annual maintenance contracts and a 24/7 emergency breakdown service, with regulatory compliance held through PED, F-gassen, VCA, DEKRA, and NVKL certifications.

The business operates with approximately 16 employees and a small in-house team of certified technicians. Pricing is project-specific and quote-based for commercial and industrial work, with a standardised residential Daikin installation package available for direct-to-consumer sales. Reach is Netherlands-only, generated through direct sales (website, phone, on-site visits), industry referrals, and a subcontractor model in which the company operates as a specialist installer for larger engineering firms such as VeldBerg Engineering. Named customers include Markus & Markus Stroopwafels (food manufacturing), FSQ (rose import), Hotel New York, ESA ESTEC, and Van Osch Snacks.

Revenue mechanics are concentrated on one-time installation projects, with a smaller but more stable stream from maintenance contracts and emergency service calls. Marketing is modest — primarily the company website, customer references, and word-of-mouth — and the business emphasises personal relationships, short communication lines, and tailor-made engineering over standardised offerings. Underlying equipment is sourced principally from Daikin as a dealer partner.

Name

Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V.

Legal name

Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V.

Website

https://vanderlaankoeltechniek.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Van der Laan Koeltechniek is a family-owned Dutch specialist contractor founded in 1954 that designs, installs, and services custom refrigeration, cooling, and climate-control systems for food producers, floriculture, hospitality, aerospace, commercial offices, and residential customers across the Netherlands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Refrigeration and Climate Control Services

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial & Industrial Refrigeration Systems (IMAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC System Replacement & Change-Outs (HSAOAGAB), New Construction HVAC Rough-In & Final Set (Residential/Light Commercial) (HSAOAGAL)

Keywords

• Commercial refrigeration services
• Cooling cell installation
• Industrial climate control
• Heat pump installation
• Cold storage solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

WADDINXVEEN

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom cooling and freezing installation sales: Design, supply, and installation of bespoke cooling cells, freezer cells, industrial refrigeration systems, and climate control installations. Revenue is generated through one-time project-based sales for custom-built equipment tailored to each customer's specific requirements. This is the primary revenue stream, covering both materials (refrigeration units, cells, piping) and installation labour.
2. Maintenance and service contracts: Annual and often legally required maintenance contracts for cooling and freezing installations. Includes periodic inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance to ensure continued reliable operation and regulatory compliance (e.g., F-gas, PED). Revenue is recurring in nature, providing a stable service income stream alongside project revenue.
3. 24/7 emergency repair and breakdown services: Emergency repair services available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for customers with critical refrigeration needs (e.g., food production, floriculture). Revenue is generated on a per-call/incident basis, often billed as urgent service visits outside of standard maintenance contracts.
4. Commercial air conditioning installation: Installation of commercial air conditioning systems (VRV, split units) for offices, showrooms, and business premises. Often project-based, with revenue generated through supply and installation of equipment.
5. Residential air conditioning and heat pump installation: Sales and installation of Daikin air conditioning units and heat pump systems for private residences, including heating and cooling solutions. Revenue is primarily one-time installation fees, with optional maintenance contracts available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V. designs, installs, and maintains custom refrigeration and climate control systems for commercial, industrial, and residential customers in the Netherlands. The company delivers tailor-made cooling and freezing cells, CO₂ refrigeration installations, Daikin VRV climate systems, and air-to-air heat pumps, complemented by 24/7 emergency breakdown service and annual maintenance contracts.

Product overview

Van der Laan Koeltechniek B.V. is a refrigeration and climate control specialist offering a comprehensive portfolio of cooling, freezing, and climate management solutions. The core offerings include Koel- en vriestechniek (custom cooling and freezing cells for commercial/industrial use), Zakelijke airconditioning (commercial climate systems), and Particuliere airconditioning en warmtepompen (residential air conditioning and heat pumps). These are supplemented by Specials/Maatwerk oplossingen (custom innovative solutions) for specialized sectors. Key product modules include VRV-installaties (Variable Refrigerant Volume systems), CO₂-installaties (sustainable CO₂-based refrigeration), Koelcellen en vriescellen (cooling/freezing cells), Klimaatkasten (climate-controlled storage cabinets), and Warmtepompinstallatie (heat pump systems). The company serves diverse industries including food production, horticulture, dairy, and hospitality, providing end-to-end services from design and installation to maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Koel- en vriestechniek (Cooling and Freezing Technology) Custom-designed cooling cells, freezing cells, and refrigeration installations for commercial and industrial use, engineered for temperature-sensitive products including fish, meat, vegetables, fruits, and flowers. Includes paternoster cooling systems and climate cabinets for temperature-controlled storage.
• Zakelijke airconditioning (Commercial Air Conditioning) Commercial climate control installations for offices, showrooms, production environments, and business premises. Provides temperature regulation, air quality management, and energy-efficient solutions including Daikin VRV systems with simultaneous heating and cooling across multiple indoor units and individual zone control.
• Particuliere airconditioning en warmtepompen (Residential Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps) Daikin air-to-air heat pump and air conditioning systems for residential customers, providing both cooling and energy-efficient heating for homes. Standard installation package includes outdoor unit, installation, remote control and app, plus 5-year factory warranty.
• Specials / Maatwerk oplossingen (Custom Special Solutions) Innovative custom-designed cooling and climate installations for specialized industrial applications including cheese and dairy, horticulture, biogas cleaning, and large kitchen technology. Projects are fully realized and managed by a single dedicated contact.
• Onderhoud & servicecontracten (Maintenance and Service Contracts) Annual maintenance contracts covering legally required periodic inspections (F-gas, PED 4-yearly), preventive maintenance, cleaning, and inspection of cooling and freezing installations to ensure continued reliable operation and regulatory compliance.
• 24/7 Storingsdienst (24/7 Emergency Breakdown Service) Round-the-clock emergency repair services, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for customers with critical refrigeration needs such as food production and floriculture. Revenue is generated on a per-call basis for urgent service visits outside standard maintenance contracts.

Quantifiable outcome

• FSQ's new CO₂ installation provides future-proof cooling capacity for premium rose storage with heat recovery for energy efficiency, designed to support planned expansion of cold storage space.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and strategic.

• DEKRAcoreTechnology or IntegrationDEKRA provides Van der Laan with F-Gassen/BRL 100 certification and VCA (safety, health, and environment) certification. DEKRA is a leading international certification body that verifies the company's compliance with EU fluorinated gas regulations and workplace safety standards. These certifications are essential for the company to legally operate in the refrigeration and climate technology sector in the Netherlands.
• Energie Consult Holland BVcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEnergie Consult Holland acts as the independent inspection body for Van der Laan's refrigeration installations. They conduct mandatory four-yearly pressure equipment inspections (PED) required by Dutch and EU law. All installations supplied by Van der Laan are registered with Energie Consult Holland for this regulatory inspection function. This partnership is essential for ensuring legal compliance of all installed equipment.
• NVKL (Nederlandse Vereniging van ondernemingen op het gebied van Koudetechniek en Luchtbehandeling)minorOthersNVKL is the Dutch industry association for refrigeration and air treatment companies. Membership provides Van der Laan with access to industry information, legislative updates, training resources, and a professional network. The association also sets industry standards and general terms and conditions (Algemene Voorwaarden) that apply to Van der Laan's deliveries.
• Koninklijke MetaalunieminorOthersVan der Laan is a member of the Koninklijke Metaalunie (Royal Metal Industry Association), a trade body representing small and medium-sized technology and metal companies in the Netherlands. Membership provides access to industry resources, representation, and networking.
• VeldBerg EngineeringstrategicImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVeldBerg Engineering commissioned Van der Laan for the assembly and commissioning of a Daikin VRV climate installation at ESA ESTEC in Noordwijk. VeldBerg Engineering handled the engineering and component supply while Van der Laan was responsible for the physical installation and commissioning. This project demonstrates Van der Laan's ability to integrate into existing project teams as a specialist subcontractor.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Unica: Large Dutch building services and HVAC installation group. While much larger and broader in scope, it competes for the same commercial and industrial HVAC/climate projects in the Netherlands and represents a typical incumbent counterpart.
• Johnson Controls: Global HVAC and building controls incumbent supplying equipment, controls and services used in commercial and industrial refrigeration. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose HVAC products and services overlap with Van der Laan's offerings at larger scale.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC and refrigeration major. Comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping commercial refrigeration and climate control portfolios, particularly in cold chain and food processing applications.
• Trane Technologies: Global manufacturer of HVAC and commercial refrigeration systems. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose commercial refrigeration and chillers compete with the industrial solutions Van der Laan designs and installs for Dutch customers.
• Daikin Netherlands: Dutch arm of Daikin, the global HVAC manufacturer and Van der Laan's principal equipment supplier. Comparable as an incumbent defining VRV, heat pump and residential AC standards in the Dutch market, and a potential competitor through expanded direct dealer networks.

Regional players

• Coolrec: Dutch company focused on refrigeration and cooling services, including remanufacturing and circular cooling solutions. Comparable as a regional Dutch player with overlapping refrigeration expertise and customer base in the Netherlands.

Emerging players

• ICS Cool Energy: European specialist in temporary and permanent cooling, heating and air conditioning solutions for industrial and process applications. Comparable as an emerging cross-border player addressing industrial cooling with a service-heavy, project-based model.

Direct peers

• Nijssen Koeling: Dutch refrigeration specialist designing and installing custom cooling and freezing solutions for food, floriculture and industrial clients. Directly comparable to Van der Laan in terms of custom maatwerk refrigeration focus, SME scale, and Dutch regional market.
• KINZO Klimaattechniek: Dutch HVAC and climate technology specialist offering design, installation and maintenance of commercial and residential climate systems. Closely comparable in scope (residential + commercial + maintenance) and Dutch regional positioning.

Others

• Honeywell International: Large industrial conglomerate supplying refrigerants, controls and building automation products used across HVAC and refrigeration. Adjacent to Van der Laan as an enabling supplier of F-gas alternatives and automation components relied on in daily operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vanderlaankoeltechniek

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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