Vertidrive B.v.
VertiDrive designs and manufactures magnetic robotic crawlers for steel surface preparation, hydroblasting, and industrial cleaning, serving enterprise customers in maritime, offshore, and tank storage verticals through a global partner network. Now part of BlastOne Group.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2008
- HeadquartersRotterdam, Netherlands
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Vertidrive B.v. does
VertiDrive B.V. is a Netherlands-based designer and manufacturer of magnetic robotic crawlers used for steel surface preparation, industrial cleaning, and blasting operations. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Rotterdam, the company produces a portfolio of crawler platforms (M230, M3, M4, M7, M8, V400, V700) that use permanent-magnet adhesion to traverse steel surfaces in any orientation, including overhead, while operators remain at a safe distance. Robots support interchangeable applications — high-pressure washing (up to 1,000 bar), hydroblasting/UHP water jetting (up to 3,000 bar), and abrasive blasting — that can be swapped in minutes on the same platform. The M8 cargo hold cleaner uses Phoenix Contact's PLCnext Technology for deterministic real-time control with Teach-in functionality, and select models are ATEX Zone 2 certified.
VertiDrive sells primarily to enterprise customers in the maritime, offshore, and tank storage/petrochemical verticals, with additional exposure to heavy fabrication and infrastructure projects. Its go-to-market combines direct sales with an extensive global partner network spanning 20+ countries across all continents, supplemented by Technology Days, ROI calculators, and content marketing. The business model is anchored on hardware sales of made-to-order units (lead time 2–3 weeks) with 2-day training bundled into each purchase, complemented by equipment rentals, spare parts, accessories (vacuum systems, transport/winch systems), and the tetraCORE waterjet nozzle configuration service. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. In March 2023, VertiDrive was acquired by BlastOne International, its sales partner of more than five years, and now operates as part of the BlastOne Group while retaining its Rotterdam operations under Managing Director Stefan van Diessen.
Vertidrive B.v. firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Vertidrive B.v.
- Legal name
- VertiDrive B.V.
- Website
- https://vertidrive.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2008
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- VertiDrive designs and manufactures magnetic robotic crawlers for steel surface preparation, hydroblasting, and industrial cleaning, serving enterprise customers in maritime, offshore, and tank storage verticals through a global partner network. Now part of BlastOne Group.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Vertidrive B.v. industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Surface Preparation Robotics
- NAICS
- Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)
- SIC
- Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Demolition Equipment (Breakers, Crushers, Shears) (IMAHAAAL)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- DC Motors (Brushed, Brushless DC) (IMAGACAB), Gearmotors, Gearboxes & Speed Reducers (IMAGACAF)
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Where Vertidrive B.v. is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Rotterdam
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Vertidrive B.v. business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Robotic Crawler Hardware Sales: Sale of magnetic robot crawlers including M230, V400 series, V700 series, and M7 models along with accessories such as vacuum systems, transport/winches, and spare parts.
- Equipment Rental: Various rental options available for equipment, allowing customers to rent before purchasing or for short-term projects.
- Training Services: 2-day training included with every newly purchased machine, provided at VertiDrive facility or on-site. Refreshment training also offered for existing customers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Standard robot crawlers with interchangeable applications |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Equipment rental options |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels7 records
Vertidrive B.v. product offering
Product offeringCore offering
VertiDrive designs and manufactures magnetic robot crawlers that use permanent magnet drive assemblies to adhere to and traverse steel surfaces in all directions (up, down, sideways, overhead). The crawlers support interchangeable applications including high pressure washing (up to 1000 bar), hydroblasting (up to 3000 bar / UHP), and abrasive blasting for steel surface preparation and industrial cleaning. The portfolio includes open blasting solutions (M-series) and closed-loop systems (V-series), along with accessories such as vacuum systems, transport/winches, and spare parts.
Product overview
VertiDrive is an innovative company that designs and manufactures magnetic robot crawler solutions for industrial surface preparation, cleaning, and blasting operations. The product portfolio consists of multiple crawler robot platforms (M230, M3, M4, M7, M8, V400, V700) that use magnetic adhesion to move on steel surfaces in all directions including overhead. These robots support multiple applications: high pressure washing (up to 1000 bar), hydro blasting (up to 3000 bar), ultra-high pressure (UHP) water jetting, and abrasive blasting (dry and wet). The M-series are open blasting solutions, while the V-series includes closed-loop systems. The M8 is specialized for cargo hold cleaning. Accessories include vacuum systems for waste collection, transport & winch systems, spare parts kits, and the tetraCORE™ waterjet nozzle package. The offering is complemented by an ROI calculator tool for investment analysis.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- VertiDrive M7 Multi-purpose, compact and agile open blasting solution for operations on vertical, horizontal and overhead steel surfaces. Capable of HP washing (up to 1000 bar), hydro blasting (up to 3000 bar), and abrasive blasting. Achieves up to 60m²/646 ft² per hour with 8x faster performance than manual work and 86% cost reduction. For ship hull preparation, cargo holds, tank cleaning, and offshore surface preparation.
- VertiDrive V400 Series Closed loop UHP blasting platform for steel surface preparation. Designed for environments requiring containment of wastewater and debris during operations.
- VertiDrive V700 Series 3-in-1 solution for steel surface preparation combining HP washing, abrasive blasting, and UHP blasting capabilities in a single platform.
- VertiDrive M230 Compact magnetic crawler robot designed for closed hydro blasting operations on steel surfaces.
- VertiDrive M8 Semi-automatic robotic cargo hold cleaning crawler controlled by PLCnext Technology. Features lane assistance, different cleaning programs, and user-friendly Teach-in functionality. Operates wirelessly from safe distance with high-pressure nozzles up to 500 bar.
- VertiDrive M3 Series Divisible unit that converts into another crawler configuration (2-in-1), providing flexibility for different surface preparation applications.
- VertiDrive M4 Magnetic crawler for closed hydro blasting and UHP paint stripping operations. Available in electric version for tank storage applications. Can remove 5-10mm hardened materials and works with vacuum waste separation systems.
- VertiDrive Vacuum System Environmentally friendly technology for collecting rust, paint and other residues. Compact, mobile alternative for larger vacuum systems. Specifically designed for M2 and M4 crawlers. Collects wastewater and debris in regular oil barrel for disposal.
- VertiDrive Transport & Winch System Designed for storage and transportation of VertiDrive crawler and additional tools. Features integrated winch system with fall arrester for easy positioning and fall protection. Remote controlled operation. Compatible with M3, M4, M7 and M3 to M4 Conversion Kit.
- VertiDrive Spare Part Kit & UHP Spares Comprehensive spare parts package ensuring clients can fix problems on-site promptly. Includes 24/7 service support.
- tetraCORE Waterjet Nozzle Premium waterjet nozzle configuration package for optimizing waterjet performance. Includes nozzle calculations, implementation, training, and lifetime discount on nozzles. VertiDrive has achieved 200% increased performance through optimal nozzle configurations.
Companies that use Vertidrive B.v.
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Vertidrive B.v. technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Vertidrive B.v. partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.
- Phoenix ContactcoreCollaboration with Phoenix Contact using their PLCnext Technology in VertiDrive's M8 cargo hold cleaning robot. PLCnext combines classic PLC with industrial PC capabilities, enabling use of multiple programming languages for real-time deterministic control applications.
- JCLEANregionalVertiDrive and JCLEAN joined forces to introduce VertiDrive magnetic solutions for surface treatment in China. JCLEAN, also a sales partner for TORBO and Kärcher, provides local sales and technical support, offering full surface treatment solutions including UHP waterjetting, high-pressure washing, and abrasive blasting.
- Joe Johnson Equipment Inc.regionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Canada. Located in Innisfil, Ontario.
- Techno Solutions ASregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Norway. Located in Stavanger.
- Param HydraulicsregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in India. Located in Navi Mumbai.
- AL KHAMIS EQUIPMENT LLCregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Dubai, UAE.
- RS BlastechregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in United Kingdom (Scotland).
- TechnosprayregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Brazil. Located in Duque de Caxias, RJ.
- Cistech Alpha IndonesiaregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Indonesia. Located in Jakarta.
- KlencoregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Singapore.
- BlasqemregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Spain and Portugal. Located in Maia, Portugal.
- Blasting ExpertsregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Mexico and Colombia.
- Chattra GroupregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Thailand. Located in Bangkok.
- eSprayregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Greece. Located in Athens.
- Gravitas RobotixregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Nigeria, Africa.
- PKIT PraharegionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Czechia and Slovakia.
- Advantec-ISregionalSales and service partner for VertiDrive products in Japan. Located in Osaka.
Scale indicators4 records
Vertidrive B.v. competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- NLB Corporation: US-based manufacturer of high-pressure water jetting equipment (up to 40,000 psi) for industrial cleaning and surface preparation. Serves similar markets (marine, petrochemical, tank cleaning) and supplies water jetting systems that compete with VertiDrive's HP washing and UHP water blasting applications.
- Conjet: Swedish manufacturer of robotic hydrodemolition (high-pressure water jetting) equipment for concrete surface preparation. Directly competes with VertiDrive in the automated surface preparation space using high-pressure water technology, though focused on concrete rather than steel substrates.
- Jetstream Systems: Manufacturer of high-pressure water blasting equipment and automated systems for industrial cleaning and surface preparation. Competes with VertiDrive in the UHP water jetting market for tanks, vessels, and structural steel applications.
- Brokk: Swedish manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition robots used across construction, mining, nuclear, and industrial segments. Operates in the robotic surface preparation and demolition equipment category alongside VertiDrive, with comparable value proposition of remote operation replacing manual labor in hazardous environments.
- Aquajet Systems: Swedish manufacturer of hydrodemolition robots for concrete and industrial surface preparation. Offers robotic crawlers that operate at very high water pressures for removal of concrete, coatings, and surface materials. Comparable in technology approach (robotic, water-based surface preparation) but focused on concrete rather than magnetic steel surface adhesion.
- Torbo (ENGELVIN): French manufacturer of wet abrasive blasting equipment and surface preparation robots. Listed as a JCLEAN portfolio partner alongside VertiDrive. Competes directly in the automated surface preparation equipment market for industrial cleaning and coating removal applications.
Broad incumbents
- Kärcher: German global leader in cleaning technology with a broad industrial and commercial cleaning equipment portfolio. While not specialized in steel surface preparation like VertiDrive, Kärcher offers high-pressure cleaners and industrial cleaning solutions that overlap with VertiDrive's HP washing applications and serves similar end customers.
- Husqvarna Construction: Division of Husqvarna Group providing construction equipment including surface preparation machinery, cutting equipment, and demolition tools. Operates broadly in the construction machinery space with surface preparation products that compete with VertiDrive in industrial applications.
- BlastOne International: Global provider of blasting and painting equipment and supplies with 50+ years of experience. Acquired VertiDrive in March 2023 after serving as its sales partner for 5+ years. Offers complementary product lines (abrasive media, blasting equipment) and broader distribution into VertiDrive's customer verticals (marine, oil & gas, industrial).
Emerging players
- Hammelmann: German manufacturer of high-pressure plunger pumps and complete water jetting systems up to 3,000 bar. Serves industrial cleaning, surface preparation, and process applications directly comparable to VertiDrive's UHP water blasting capabilities, particularly for tank and vessel cleaning.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Vertidrive B.v. social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance2 records
Vertidrive B.v. financial estimates
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Vertidrive B.v. leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles8 records
Vertidrive B.v. funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Vertidrive B.v. M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Vertidrive B.v.
What does Vertidrive B.v. do?
VertiDrive designs and manufactures magnetic robot crawlers that use permanent magnet drive assemblies to adhere to and traverse steel surfaces in all directions (up, down, sideways, overhead). The crawlers support interchangeable applications including high pressure washing (up to 1000 bar), hydroblasting (up to 3000 bar / UHP), and abrasive blasting for steel surface preparation and industrial cleaning. The portfolio includes open blasting solutions (M-series) and closed-loop systems (V-series), along with accessories such as vacuum systems, transport/winches, and spare parts.
Is Vertidrive B.v. a public or private company?
Vertidrive B.v. is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Vertidrive B.v. founded?
Vertidrive B.v. was founded in 2008.
Where is Vertidrive B.v. based?
Vertidrive B.v. is headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does Vertidrive B.v. make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Robotic Crawler Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are equipment Rental and training Services.
Who are Vertidrive B.v.'s main competitors?
Direct peers on record are NLB Corporation, Conjet, Jetstream Systems, Brokk, Aquajet Systems and Torbo (ENGELVIN). Broad incumbents are Kärcher, Husqvarna Construction and BlastOne International. Hammelmann is listed as an emerging player.
Does Vertidrive B.v. have an API?
No public API is recorded for Vertidrive B.v..
What industry is Vertidrive B.v. in?
Vertidrive B.v.'s product category is Industrial Surface Preparation Robotics. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAAAL, Demolition Equipment (Breakers, Crushers, Shears), with a secondary code of IMAGACAB, DC Motors (Brushed, Brushless DC). Its NAICS code is 3339 and its SIC code is 3531.