Who is Lan Handling Technologies?

Lan Handling Technologies is a Dutch company, specialised in (sterilised) product handling in retort rooms and end-of-line automation solutions for the global food & packaging industry. Started in 1970, we have built more than 500+ handling systems worldwide. With our turnkey handling systems we bring innovation, efficiency and predictability to your production environment. Lan Handling Technologies is part of the stock listed Hydratec Industries.

What solutions does Lan Handling Technologies offer?

Lan provides automation solutions in two areas. In the field of (sterilised) product handling, we provide turnkey pouch, semi-rigid, can and jar handling systems for retort loading & unloading. Including drying systems and our unique retort shuttle. As for end-of-line automation, we offer solutions such as case packers, bale arm folders, crate erectors, (de-)stackers and palletising systems.

What is it like to work at Lan Handling Technologies?

If you’re passionate about technology, working at Lan Handling is fun. When joining our projects at leading companies all over the world, you are afforded unique opportunities to boost your career. A total of 130 people work at our locations in Tilburg and Halfweg. And we regularly have technical vacancies. Looking for a challenging tech internship? Join us.

What kind of companies does Lan Handling Technologies work for?

We work for both major global players and local food processing companies. Our handling systems can be found in the production facilities of, among others, HAK, Nestle, Böhmer, Mars, Heemskerk fresh & easy, Del Monte, Leo de Kock, ConAgra Foods, Royal Canin, HiPP.

Product handling systems - 500+ worldwide - Lan Handling Technologies

+31 (0)13 532 25 25 info@lanhandling.com

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Labour shortage in your production environment? Labour shortage in your production environment?

How do you guarantee 100% food safety? How do you guarantee 100% food safety?

Ready to go for the highest possible output? Ready to go for the highest possible output?

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Human food

Wet pet food

Baby food

Agri-food

Prepared salads

Meat, fish, poultry

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Prepare your production process for ‘the next step’

Our product handling solutions excel in simplicity and robustness. By closely monitoring market trends, you benefit from the integration of the latest techniques in our handling solutions.

Product handling systems

We design fully automated systems for loading and unloading of batch retorts. Whether your products are packaged in a pouch, can, jar or aluminum tray: our robotic or linear solutions meet your needs.

End-of-Line Automation

From crate erectors and case packers to palletising systems: our engineers and technicians are experts in integrating complete packaging lines. Our standard? High capacity + gentle handling + small footprint.

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In which industry are you active?

Agri food

Meat, fish, poultry

Fresh meal salads

Wet pet food

Baby food

Canned food (fish, soup, vegetables, dairy etc.)

500+

More than 500 systems installed worldwide

Market leader

Market leader in pouch handling

Payback

Average payback period of 1 – 3 years

Hydratec Industries

Part of stock listed Hydratec Industries NV

Lan Handling Technologies launches a series of 30-minute webinars. During these webinars, we discuss the latest trends and innovations from the retort automation industry, sometimes in combination with a leading chain partner. In webinar #1 we will cover 5 things to consider when taking the first steps towards retort automation, presented by Thijs van Gerven (Sales Manager at Lan Handling Technologies).

November 12, 2021

Check out our aftermovie: Lan Handling Expert Days 2021

On November 3 and 4, we welcomed dozens of food producers at our location in Tilburg. With participants from more than 10 different countries: from America to Lithuania. And from Slovenia to Ireland and everything in between in Europe. For two days, the program focused on 'From filler to packaging machine'. Together we made the journey through the entire production chain, which is full of new insights, innovations and trends.

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Brands we work for

From major global players to local food processing companies.

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If you’re passionate about technology,

working at Lan Handling is fun. When joining our projects at leading companies all over the world, you are afforded unique opportunities to boost your career. We believe collaboration is the key to meet and exceed expectations of our customers and partners. Want to evolve with us? Check out our vacancies and great tech internships. And meet your new colleagues.

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