I’m the director and co-owner of Klinkenberg. I keep an eye on the bigger picture, also in the long term. After all, we are working towards something as a company. We want to professionalize Klinkenberg and build a company we’re all proud of. One where customers are not just satisfied but genuinely enthusiastic about our often long-standing partnerships. The name Klinkenberg should evoke a positive feeling for everyone. To achieve this, we are constantly taking steps forward. We combine solid business expertise with gut feeling. We have the entrepreneurial freedom to think big and the ability to translate dreams into practical strategies. This combination makes Klinkenberg strong. Achieving our goals is great, but enjoying the journey is what matters most.

I’m Marco Kruidenberg and I’ve been with Klinkenberg Zaanstad since 1988.

I started on the production floor, where I became familiar with many of the company’s operations.
Later I moved to the office, where I now handle work preparation, purchasing, and planning. I also coordinate production projects. This role involves frequent contact with both suppliers and customers, which makes the job very enjoyable.

My name is Rodney Donker, and I’ve been the Workshop Manager at Klinkenberg Zaanstad since 2010. I gained experience in a similar position in the tank construction industry. I closely coordinate production activities with the work preparation and engineering departments, ensuring the production team delivers a great end product. In addition to new builds, I’m also involved in Klinkenberg’s service requests, which keeps the work varied and challenging.

My responsibilities at Klinkenberg Zaanstad B.V. include the sales of screw flights, purchasing of various materials, and work preparation for production.

Nice to meet you. My name is Lennard Hubert, 58 years old, and I’ve been active in the screw technology world for many years.
I started on the factory floor, gained experience across departments, and built up a wealth of knowledge, which now serves me well as a passionate and experienced account manager.
My goal is to put the customer at the center of every request — from first contact to final delivery — with customer satisfaction as a top priority. I give 100% to every project.
As your main point of contact in the field, I work with you to find the most efficient solution for your needs.

My name is John Drenth, with a background in technical business administration. I’ve been with Klinkenberg Zaanstad since 2007 as a sales engineer for both projects and service.
My experience includes technical-commercial roles and project supervision for transport systems, including the lift industry, and now bulk material handling.
I’m also one of Klinkenberg’s ATEX coordinators and involved in ISO 9001:2015 and VCA certification.

I’m Willem Jan Jansma. I joined Klinkenberg in 1994 and have been working here ever since with great enthusiasm.
In the early 2000s, I introduced parametric 3D engineering at Klinkenberg, allowing us to provide customers with detailed drawings and 3D models.
With this approach, we apply our experience and knowledge to create tailor-made solutions. I’d be happy to help you find a creative answer to your challenge.

Pleased to meet you. I’m Jacco Plekker and have been a project engineer at Klinkenberg Zaanstad BV since 2010.
I’m primarily responsible for the design of the wide variety of machines that Klinkenberg supplies.
I also manage outsourced detail engineering work and handle documentation and certification processes for your machine.
Client contact is a key motivator for me — I strive to make “a new fan every day.”

Hello, I’m Kees Bourgonje. At Klinkenberg, I focus on research and innovation for our machines.
With a background ranging from vocational training in metalwork to a university degree in mechanical engineering, I combine practical skills with theoretical knowledge.
This helps in designing special machines, such as high-temperature systems, where I use calculations and finite element simulations to ensure they perform in practice.
I also conduct product tests to analyze flow properties with different configurations (e.g., paddles, ribbon screws), as well as heating and cooling tests.