Innovation and craftsmanship since 1958
VDL VDS Technische Industrie B.V.
History
VDL VDS has a rich history dating back to 1958. On 8 September that year, Piet van der Sande founded Technische Industrie VDS in Reusel. The company specialised in processing thin sheet metal with fully automatic presses. It also developed strong expertise in toolmaking.
On 10 February 1981, Technische Industrie VDS was acquired by Metaalwarenfabriek Van der Leegte B.V. With 70 employees, VDS became part of VDL Groep and one of the group’s first companies. At the time, VDL Groep had only 42 employees. Through the acquisition, VDL gained not only a specialist in automated sheet metal production, but also a fully equipped toolmaking facility and an extensive customer base.
Since then, VDL VDS has developed into an internationally recognised production partner. Its success still rests on craftsmanship, technical expertise and long-standing customer relationships. Many customers from its early years continue to rely on VDL VDS’s expertise today.
As part of VDL Groep, we live by the motto:
'Strength through Cooperation'
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The strength of VDL VDS
People, knowledge and innovation
Our Vision
At VDL VDS, we believe in the power of technology, craftsmanship and cooperation. By continuously investing in knowledge, automation and innovation, we develop efficient production solutions for the manufacturing industry.
Our ambition is to be a reliable and progressive partner for customers with high standards for quality, delivery reliability and flexibility. With advanced production processes, a strong engineering foundation and a continuous focus on improvement, manufacture products in smarter, more efficient and more sustainable ways.
People Make the Difference
Our people and their knowledge are the foundation of VDL VDS's success. That is why we continuously invest in employee development. Every employee can develop further through personal growth plans, education, training and knowledge sharing in the workplace.
Experienced professionals and young talent work closely together within our departments. This combination creates a strong learning environment where practical knowledge, innovation and new insights come together.
Our open company culture, short communication lines and flat organisational structure give employees room to take initiative and develop further. This creates plenty of opportunities to progress within the organisation.
Alongside personal development, we place great value on collegiality and team spirit. Activities for employees and their families strengthen our connections. They also support a pleasant and safe working environment where everyone feels at home.
Our Expertise
At VDL VDS, we combine over 65 years of experience in sheet metal production with modern manufacturing technologies. Drawing on our expertise in stamping, hydraulic forming, welding, assembly and toolmaking, we develop and produce high-quality metal components and assemblies for customers across a wide range of industries.
Through a combination of engineering, automation and craftsmanship, we support projects from prototypes and small batches to large-scale production. Quality, delivery reliability and cost-efficient manufacturing are central to our approach.
VDL VDS Technische Industrie B.V.
Industrieweg 29 5527AJ Hapert The Netherlands
