Greater efficiency in steel tube processing: Baleco relies on high-performance sawing technology
When speed, precision, and reliability are essential in steel tube processing, every step in the workflow counts. Baleco BV combines a personal, service-oriented approach with modern infrastructure – from stockholding and logistics to its own sawing center. To further optimize its sawing operations, the family-owned company invested in KASTO solutions supplied by Van Hoorn Machining. The result is a strong partnership based on trust, quality, and practical expertise.
Van Hoorn Machining
Official KASTO sales partner
Van Hoorn Machining is the official KASTO representative in the Netherlands and Belgium. The company supports customers with consulting, service, and solutions for sawing technology and material storage. This reference report was prepared by Van Hoorn Machining and presents the collaboration from the perspective of our partner.
Challenge: Flexible and efficient sawing of steel tubes
The steel industry is under considerable pressure to change: digitalisation, automation and the shortage of skilled workers are shaping the market. For Baleco BV, this meant making its own processes even more flexible, efficient and future-proof. In 2016/2017, the company therefore began looking for a new sawing machine to further optimise its production process. The key requirement was to find solutions suited to the way a family-run business operates: high-performing, reliable and closely aligned with the practical demands of day-to-day work.
Solution: KASTO sawing technology for speed and precision
With Van Hoorn Machining, Baleco BV found a partner for high-quality sawing machines, storage systems and other metalworking solutions. The equipment supplied included a high-tech KASTOwin A 5.6 sawing machine, a KASTOspeed C 9 high-speed circular saw, a KASTOfunctional A for smaller tube dimensions and a deburring machine. Today, these machines form the core of the production process and help Baleco supply its customers quickly and reliably.
A partnership built on close collaboration and practical solutions
For Baleco BV, its collaboration with Van Hoorn Machining goes far beyond the supply of machines. Personal contact, short decision-making paths and the team’s solution-oriented approach are particularly important. Bart van ’t Leven, Commercial Director at Baleco, describes the relationship as open, attentive and collaborative. Van Hoorn understands Baleco’s requirements and actively helps to develop suitable solutions. It is precisely this close cooperation that makes the partnership so valuable – especially in a market where flexibility, quality and rapid response are essential.
The challenges facing the steel industry
The steel industry is changing rapidly. Digitalisation, automation and the shortage of skilled workers are major challenges that companies such as Baleco face every day. While larger companies have the financial resources to invest extensively in technology and automation, family-run businesses such as Baleco need to remain flexible, efficient and innovative in order to stay competitive.
What sets Baleco apart is its in-depth industry expertise, its ability to respond quickly and its strong focus on tailored solutions. This enables the company to compete effectively with larger market players.
Why Van Hoorn Machining is the ideal partner
In 2016/2017, Baleco began looking for a new sawing machine to further optimise its production process. Van Hoorn Machining quickly emerged as the preferred choice – a supplier of high-quality sawing machines, storage systems and other metalworking solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative products, excellent service and personal support, exactly the qualities Baleco was looking for in a partner.
Machines supplied by Van Hoorn Machining to Baleco BV:
- KASTOwin A 5.6 high-tech band saw
- KASTOspeed C 9 high-speed circular saw
- KASTOfunctional A fully automatic sawing machine for smaller tube dimensions
- Deburring machine
Today, these machines form the core of Baleco’s production process. They deliver outstanding speed and precision while helping to minimise downtime, enabling Baleco to continue supplying its customers quickly and reliably.
Planned together, implemented to fit: KASTO as a material flow architect
What makes this collaboration so successful?
For Bart van ’t Leven, the collaboration with Van Hoorn Machining goes far beyond the supply of machines. Personal contact, short decision-making paths and the Van Hoorn team’s solution-oriented approach make all the difference. “Communication is open, attentive and based on genuine partnership,” says Bart. “They understand our requirements and actively develop solutions together with us. That is invaluable in our industry.”
Conclusion: Stronger together in a changing market
The collaboration between Baleco BV and Van Hoorn Machining is a prime example of how trust, quality and innovation can work hand in hand. By investing in a strong, personal relationship and continuously seeking innovative solutions, Baleco not only remains competitive but is also well positioned for the future.
With Van Hoorn Machining as a strategic partner, Baleco continues to provide its customers with high-quality solutions tailored precisely to their needs – with the flexibility and commitment that distinguish a family-run business.
