Peeters about his new position:
”I am pleased with the opportunity to lead BKB Precision at this stage of its development. My focus will be on providing optimal support to our customers. I look forward to working with the team to realize our goals, grow even further and create more value for our customers, employees and stakeholders.”
This expansion of the management team allows Mannes Westhuis, CEO of the BKB Precision Group and formerly branch director at BKB Precision, to focus more on strategic matters and long-term development within the BKB Precision Group. “The arrival of Peeters allows for more focus and attention to a balanced development of the BKB Precision Group. With Peeters in our midst, we hope to expand our position as the plastics machining company for the high-tech industry and deepen customer relationships.”
With the arrival of Marc Peeters as branch director, BKB Precision underlines its ambition to continue to grow as the specialist in plastic machining for the high-tech industry. The company continues to focus on innovation, customer satisfaction and growth, with a strengthened team ready to take on the challenges and opportunities of the future.
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Ultrasonic insert placement
Ultrasonic inserts placement is an advanced technique that uses sound waves with a frequency as high as 20,000 megahertz or higher to integrate inserts into plastic products. These ultrasonic vibrations generate localized heat, which fuses the plastic material where the insert is inserted. This anchors it quickly and securely without the need for additional threading or bonding.
Ultrasonic insert placement has many advantages over normal insert placement. The biggest advantage is that this technique allows inserts to be placed in plastic products with thin wall thicknesses, a process that is often difficult or risky with traditional methods because of the risk of cracking or deformation. In addition, the results are more consistent and reliable, contributing to the overall quality and strength of the final product.
Nexus Ultrasonic Servo Welding machine
The Nexus Ultrasonic Servo Welding machine allows us to place inserts with unprecedented precision and reliability. With features such as advanced control over pressure, temperature and positioning, this machine offers consistency and quality even with complex designs and thin wall thicknesses. The benefits? Faster processing time, firm anchoring without material damage and a finished product that meets the highest standards for durability and performance.
Find out all about the benefits of ultrasonic insert placement
At BKB Precision, we are happy to share our knowledge and experience about the new ultrasonic inserts placement technique. Whether you are working with thin plastic wall thicknesses or looking for a more efficient way to place inserts, this new technology can add significant value to your products. Contact us to find out what we can do for your specific project.
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Why are we investing in our logistics department?
With the growth of the company, we are shipping more products than ever before. This growth has led to a greater need for space and efficiency in our logistics processes. In the old situation, various logistics processes were handled manually, which is time-consuming and increases the risk of errors. In the new situation, where processes have been redefined and reorganized, we are making efficiency gains by applying as much automation as possible.
In addition to redefining our processes, we have been working on the physical layout of the warehouse. To make optimal use of the square footage and apply high-quality inventory management, three warehouse systems will be installed, suitable for the wide variety of products that need to be stored.
Future-oriented logistics department
The creation of the plan was entirely realized from within the logistics department. The various wishes, requirements, and needs of both internal and external stakeholders were included in this plan. The team presented the plans on the shop floor to the Management Team, who then approved the implementation.
With this inclusive approach, the logistics team is working on as careful a transition as possible, minimizing the impact on ongoing operations. Currently, in addition to daily operations, we are working hard on preparations for the installation of the warehouse systems and the reorganization for, among other things, the new packing tables.
Logistics renovation in progress: planning and transition phases
After the release and training of the new processes, the warehouse will be closed in week 42 for the transition of inventory to the new warehouse locations. During this period, operations will continue as much as possible. Any deviations will be promptly communicated to customers and suppliers. Curious about what this means for you? Please contact us!
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The Importance of Sustainability in Manufacturing
Amidst escalating climate change and resource scarcity, it’s imperative for manufacturing companies to shoulder their responsibility. Sustainability isn’t merely a trend; it’s a necessity for environmental preservation and fostering future growth. Moreover, a focus on sustainability drives innovation and differentiation, enabling companies to stand out in this sector.
BKB Group’s Sustainability Report
We are thrilled to present BKB Group’s inaugural sustainability report. Over the past year, we’ve been actively engaged in various sustainability initiatives and measuring our carbon footprint within the group. This culminates in BKB Group’s sustainability report, marking an auspicious first step toward numerous sustainability endeavors in the future. Explore our report via the button below!
Towards a Greener Future
Following the report’s publication, it’s prudent to continue our sustainability efforts without delay. At BKB Group, we have a dedicated sustainability team tirelessly working on enhancing and greening our operations. This team identifies new sustainability opportunities, implements innovative solutions, and monitors our progress in this realm.
While we’ve made significant strides in our sustainability endeavors, we acknowledge there’s ample room for improvement. We’re committed to reducing our environmental impact, shrinking our ecological footprint, and amplifying our positive contributions to society!
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Smart Connected Supplier Network
SCSN focuses specifically on supply chains in the manufacturing industry. SCSN simplifies data sharing in the chain by enabling SCSN messages to be automatically processed in the ERP system of a connected company. It is the fastest-growing network for data exchange, facilitating faster and more reliable information exchange.
Communicating in the supply chain
In collaboration with Supply Drive and Scherpthe, we can now effortlessly and efficiently exchange data via SCSN. This collaboration opens doors to improved operational processes and increased productivity for all parties involved.
Onwards and upwards!
Our collaboration with ERIKS is an exceptionally successful case, and we are excited to expand such collaborations to multiple clients. Are you interested or already a member of SCSN? Feel free to contact us. Together, we can take further steps in the digitization process and enhance our collaboration even more!
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Circular Innovation Program
Throughout the four-day program by ImpactX, spanning over a period of three months, we follow a systematic process tailored within the context of the circular economy to stimulate new innovations within BKB Precision and the high-tech chain. We closely collaborate with experts in this field to provide us with the best and curated knowledge, coaching, and materials.
The Benefits of the Circular Innovation Program
Participating in the circular innovation program brings various benefits. Some examples include:
- Understanding chain challenges towards the circular economy
- Creating awareness about the sustainability of our organization
- Strengthening collaborations in the field of circular economy
- Building competencies and knowledge together
Sustainability within BKB Precision
With our participation in the Circular Innovation Program, we take another step towards a sustainable future. By participating in this initiative, we push our boundaries and lay the groundwork for new innovations. We are committed to continuing our efforts and taking further steps towards a circular future. Discover our other sustainability efforts through the button below.
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BKB Precision, a part of the BKB Group, has been a specialist in turning and milling plastic components with a strong focus on the semiconductor, medical, food, chemical, and analytical industries in the Netherlands and the rest of the world since 1982. BKB Group has an outstanding reputation for manufacturing complex, precise plastic components, such as manifolds.
In April 2022, BKB Precision took a crucial step towards future growth and market positioning by acquiring ANKRO in Werkendam, a trusted partner in the production of plastic components for industries including food, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, medical, analytical, and graphic. This acquisition was seen as a perfect match in corporate culture, ambition, and craftsmanship, offering opportunities for growth and continuity.
The acquisition of BLW, a well-established name in plastic processing, brings additional expertise and capacity to the BKB Group. This enables the group to better meet the growing needs of the high-tech market in terms of capacity and capabilities for plastic products.
BLW brings rich experience and expertise in the plastic industry, including specialized services in plastic turning, milling, machining, assembly, and cleaning. These skills complement the existing capabilities of the BKB Group perfectly, allowing for a more comprehensive and varied offering of high-quality plastic products.
With the addition of BLW to its portfolio, BKB Group reaffirms its status as a leader in the plastic processing industry, continuing its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
In line with this development, BKB Group confirms its intention to continue growing with 365 Capital as its investment partner. Together, they continue to explore new acquisition opportunities that can strengthen the group and further enhance its market position.
Frank van Hoof, Director of BLW, expresses optimism about the future: “This acquisition by BKB Group is a fantastic development for BLW. It allows us to be part of a larger, more versatile organization while maintaining our core values and quality standards. I look forward to continuing to play an active role in the organization and contributing to mutual growth and success.”
Mannes Westhuis, CEO of BKB Group, emphasizes the strategic importance of this acquisition: “By integrating BLW into our group, we not only increase our capabilities but also strengthen our market position. This acquisition allows us to offer our customers an even more extensive range of customized plastic solutions. Frank van Hoof will continue to play a crucial role within our organization, contributing to a seamless integration and the continuation of the excellent service for which BLW is known.”
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- BLW Kunststoffen: info@blw-kunststoffen.nl
- 365 Capital: contact@365capital.com
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The ReVink Program
In line with our sustainability ambitions, we have joined the innovative ReVink program, a plastic recycling program in which we create a pure residual stream with a focus on material preservation and the reuse of granulate/recyclate. In short, a circular waste stream. By participating in the ReVink program, we come one step closer to a circular economy.
Expectations of BKB Precision
Within our organization, we aim for a significant reduction in our ecological footprint by participating in this initiative. Our commitment to sustainability reflects our vision in which we want to push boundaries in the broadest sense of the word. Click the button below for more information about our sustainability strategy.
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Inspiring presentations
Partners, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders gathered early at the BKB Precision premises to listen, after a welcome speech by CEO Mannes Westhuis, to Frans van Lierop (Senior Vice President Sourcing & Supply Chain at ASML) and Rob Stoffer and Arend Flier from the Mercy Ships Network. During these inspiring presentations, they reflected on the past, as well as looked at the present and future opportunities and challenges. Mannes Westhuis received a beautiful gift in commemoration of BKB Precision’s 40th anniversary from Frans van Lierop.
Precision and innovation
After the presentations, it was the employees’ turn to share our dedication to precision and innovation with the present relationships. The doors of the factory opened, and everyone could take a behind-the-scenes look while enjoying delicious snacks and drinks from various food trucks. Here, colleagues and machines were still fully operational. On-site, they passionately explained to the visitors what they were working on and what makes the products they create so complex.
We look back on a successful day. We enjoyed this day and received many positive responses from our relationships. It was a wonderful opportunity to share our passion for precision in plastic machining.
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Could you not attend this day for any reason and would you still like to take a look inside or taste our passion for precision? No problem! Simply get in touch with us, and we’ll be happy to show you more of BKB Precision.
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The advantages of an air-conditioned hall
Having a climate-controlled hall offers a number of advantages in the field of plastics processing. One important advantage is that the dimensions of the plastic products are not affected by temperature variations. If these were to be affected by, for example, an overly warm hall, we at BKB Precision would not be able to deliver the precision and accuracy that we currently deliver.
The temperature in our hall is carefully controlled and maintained at a constant level. This ensures the material stability of the plastic product during the processing process. As a result, the product cannot shrink, expand, or deform, so nothing can go wrong during the processing of the plastic.
Our commitment to quality
At BKB Precision, our commitment to the quality of our products extends to every aspect of our work. In addition to our climate-controlled hall, we also have the latest measuring technologies and methods at our disposal to ensure that a product meets all customer requirements. In combination with our machines, we can therefore achieve the most complex shapes, tight tolerances, and refined surface finishes.
Unique requirements
Of course, every customer has their own unique requirements and wishes. Our climate-controlled hall enables us to easily meet these requirements in most cases. This applies to both single-piece production and serial production.