Valk Welding – The Strong Connection Who We Are Valk Welding is a proud, innovative family business with over 60 years of experience in welding technology. As a leading full-service provider of robot welding systems in Europe, we help the metal fabrication industry produce more efficiently, more flexibly, and more competitively. Our headquarters are located in Alblasserdam, the Netherlands, where we develop, manufacture, and deliver from a large campus of eight buildings. We also operate our own branches in Germany, France, Denmark, Sweden, the Czech Republic, and Ireland – serving customers well beyond European borders. With more than 200 employees and approximately 200 robot welding installations delivered per year, we are one of the most experienced and productive suppliers in the market. Many of our team members have been with the company for decades – a clear reflection of our company culture, built on trust, passion, and genuine team spirit. Our History The story of Valk Welding begins in the early 1960s – long before robot welding became standard practice in industry. Starting as a small, craft-oriented business, Valk Welding developed step by step into one of Europe's leading system integrators for welding automation. In 1994, we had just 20 employees working in a single building in Alblasserdam. Structures were lean, communication lines were short, and the work was intense. But it was precisely this combination of improvisation, motivation, and teamwork that laid the foundation for what Valk Welding is today. By 2006, we were already delivering 90 systems per year – growth that required new buildings, new team members, and new markets. Continued success at home and abroad drove constant expansion: today, we operate seven buildings in Alblasserdam and one in Nieuwegein in the Netherlands alone. The next major step was internationalisation: by establishing our own branches in key European markets, we ensured that our customers don't just buy a product – they gain a long-term partner with local service, fast response times, and a direct line to headquarters. What Drives Us – Our Core Values Pride and Passion Valk Welding is a family company, and you can feel it. We take pride in what we do – in the technologies we develop, the systems we build, and the customers we help take their production to the next level. This passion for welding technology and entrepreneurship runs through every level of the organisation. It's why so many of our employees have been with us for decades – and why our customers keep coming back. Connection "The Strong Connection" is our guiding philosophy – and it means far more than a strong weld seam. It reflects how we understand business relationships: long-term, trust-based, and built on mutual respect. We forge real connections with our customers, suppliers, employees, and the wider community. From the first consultation through project planning and installation to ongoing service – we are with you every step of the way. Innovation For us, innovation is not a marketing buzzword – it's a daily commitment. Our in-house software development and R&D teams continuously advance both the hardware and software of our systems. The result: robot welding systems that are not only powerful today, but ready to meet the demands of tomorrow's industry. Our innovations directly strengthen the competitive position of our customers – and contribute to securing the future of European manufacturing. Our Products and Services Valk Welding is not simply a machine supplier – we are a systems provider that accompanies the entire welding automation process. Our portfolio includes: Robot Welding Systems We plan, develop, and deliver tailored robot welding installations for the metal fabrication industry. From simple single-station solutions to complex, fully automated manufacturing cells – we find the right solution for your specific requirements, even at high part variety and small to medium batch sizes. Software & Programming A key competitive advantage of Valk Welding is our proprietary software. Our offline programming software DTPS (Downstream Transfer Programming System) allows welding programs to be created and simulated on a computer – without interrupting production. This significantly reduces setup times and makes our systems especially attractive for operations with frequently changing workpieces. Welding Wire Service Centre In addition to robot systems, Valk Welding also offers a comprehensive range of welding wires and consumables through its Welding Wire Service Centre. This gives our customers a single, reliable point of contact for all their welding needs. Robot Welding as a Service (RWaaS) Our innovative RWaaS model enables even smaller companies to enter welding automation – without major upfront investment. Customers access state-of-the-art robot welding technology through a flexible service model, with our full support included. Service & Support Our service team is available Monday to Saturday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM – by phone, remotely, or on-site. Fast response times and expert support are not an option for us – they are the standard. Direct. Transparent. Reliable. Valk Welding works exclusively and directly with end users – no intermediaries, no local sales partners. All contracts are concluded directly with the parent company, which has the financial stability and full insurance coverage to carry your project through to successful completion. This direct model has a clear advantage: you always have one competent, accountable point of contact – from the first conversation to the last service visit. Our Dream Valk Welding aspires to be the preferred company in every respect – for our customers, our suppliers, and our employees. Leading in innovative robot welding technologies, financially healthy, and sustainably oriented. A company you can count on – today and in the future.

VIRO is an international engineering firm: we help our clients to successfully combine technology, ambition, innovation and performance. We develop, plan and realize complex projects for mechanical and plant engineering, the automotive industry and the semiconductor industry. With its focus on engineering and project management, VIRO completes the crucial core competencies in-house. VIRO manufactures the hardware in its international partner network. This is the basis of an economic and successful cooperation. We operate internationally from our offices in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. And this is how we achieve our goal: "the performance of technology".

Vision Center GmbH is a measurement service provider and sales partner for 3D scanners. We support you in checking your first produced parts by creating an initial sample test report. With our portable 3D Scanners we can come to your office and with our reverse engineering services we can provide you with 3D CAD models and drawings. A 3D scan delivers you quick results with manageable effort, e.g. a color comparison against CAD data. If the parts measurement need to be accurate in the µm range we can support you with coordinate measuring machines. If you want to setup your own quality Control we can provide you with scanning technology, software and training.

The WAGO Group is an international, standard-setting supplier of electrical interconnection, automation and electronic interface products and solutions. This family-run company is the world market leader in spring pressure connection technology. Whether in industrial, railway, or energy technologies, in the marine and offshore sectors, or in building and lighting management, WAGO products and solutions provide safety and efficiency. WAGO has grown steadily since it was founded in 1951, with a current worldwide workforce of 8,600 – about 4,300 of whom work in Germany at its headquarters in Minden (North Rhine-Westphalia) and in Sondershausen (Thuringia). The company achieved sales of EUR 1.37 billion in 2023. The WAGO Group consists of nine international production facilities and primary sales locations, 22 additional sales offices, and the companies WAGO Electronics (power supplies), M&M Software (software solutions), Bisontec (assembly automation) and Bauer Systeme (handling systems for control cabinet manufacturing). In addition, it has representatives in over 80 countries, giving the company a strong global presence. WAGO has been in the manufacturing business since 1951: initially at the company headquarters in Minden (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany), expanding in 1971 to Roissy (France), in 1977 to Domdidier (Switzerland), in 1979 to Milwaukee (USA) and in 1990 to Sondershausen (Thuringia, Germany) and Tokyo (Japan). Other production sites include Delhi (India) founded in 1995, and the 1997 expansions into Tianjin (China) and Wrocław (Poland). Welcome to WAGO - welcome to the global player next door! A company with countless opportunities. We know that a good team benefits from the strengths of each individual. That's why at WAGO we bring together professions that are as diverse as the people who work in them - and the areas of responsibility are just as varied. For example, openness, commitment and the ability to work in a team are essential in technical development. Creative minds with a “can't do, can't do” mentality will find both their place and many like-minded people here. Together, you create market analyses at all levels, develop business cases and transform ideas into new products and applications. One team, one task, one goal: the market launch - the one moment we are all working towards to make the world a little safer and easier with our products. What makes us special? People and, above all, humanity. Working with heart and mind. Team play with colleagues who can be who they are. You can find more information about WAGO as an employer on our website https://www.wago.com/de/karriere. Are you specifically looking for a new challenge? You can find open positions in our job portal https://www.wago.com/de/jobs.

WAIDELICH-mechanik - founded in 1927 - is considered an innovative and extremely reliable partner in the area of contract manufacturing and manufactures individual parts, small and medium-sized series and assemblies in stainless steel, steel and non-ferrous metals, with the focus on series production with predominantly mechanical processing . Our range of parts goes from small parts to milled parts with a length of 14,000 mm and turned parts with a turning diameter of up to 3,000 mm, piece weights from ~15 tons. can be moved with us. Approx. 50 very well trained and highly motivated specialists (including 8 trainees as precision mechanics) guarantee the high-quality and timely production of precise machine components and assemblies according to your drawings with their versatile technical know-how and a machine park with the latest CNC processing machines and CNC measuring machines . You can see from our machine list that we consistently manufacture on modern, new and high-quality CNC machines. Leading manufacturers from the following sectors: Fittings, automotive, construction machinery, printing machinery, electric motors, deburring tools, beverage bottling plants, gear construction, glass, woodworking machinery, power plant technology, grinding technology, material flow technology, furniture, food, surface coating, testing technology , tire, robot, welding technology, solar technology, injection molding machine, steel construction technology, textile machine, vacuum technology, rolling mill technology and machine tool industry

Watermann is a constant for fastenings at the international market since 80 years. As a allrounder, we are able to deliver worldwide for the branches of steelworks, mechanical engineering and challenging clients of the industry as well. Our product range is more then the typical DIN and ISO goods, we are offering products of Fischer (Anchor Technology), Lindapter (clamping system) and Nord-Lock (wedge locking solutions). To reduce the daily purchase work for products who are small and have a marginal value, Watermann is able to provide individual solutions for every client, in case of Kanban. From typical 2-boxes solution till surface connection directly to the ERP system of the client, everything is possible.

WD Bearing Group is proud to manufacture products in accordance with Six Sigma principles and quality management systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949. We continuously invest in advanced machining equipment, professional bearing software, and highly skilled employees. This focus makes WD Bearing Group the customer’s preferred partner for bearing technology, and bearing manufacturing services.

We offer: - project planning - control cabinet construction - programming - automation technology - railway electrics - electrical installation - industrial technology - maintenance and service

Wendt Maschinenbau is a machine supplier for the rubber, plastic, ceramic / building material and packaging industries. We manufacture according to drawings from our own design subsidiary, MV automatic GmbH, but also according to drawings from our customers. We produce the individual parts of the assemblies, wire the assemblies and hose them pneumatically and hydraulically. We produce the switch cabinets and do the control programming. We first set up the machines and systems that are created in this way in our factory, after acceptance we deliver and assemble internationally, put them into operation and take over maintenance as well as the supply of spare parts. We supply our customers with design, hardware and related services from a single source. We are a system supplier! In addition, we offer our manufacturing options on a subcontract basis. We can process weights up to 20 tons and a length of 13 meters. We have very young 3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis processing machines as well as portal machines, boring mills and traveling column machines. We offer our own products in the printing sector. With our Alvar product line, we develop and build robust and easy-to-use flexographic printing units. In the area of "descaling", we offer a special ring descaling process for steelworks and a surface finishing process for MDF for the wood industry.

Almost 100 years of competent supplier for special machine construction and manufacturer of hall offices, room systems and partition wall systems.