Voortman Steel Machinery acquired manufacturer of tube processing machines, Müller Opladen GmbH

Voortman Steel Machinery, an internationally renowned manufacturer of CNC steel processing machines, has acquired Müller Opladen GmbH, a leading German manufacturer of tube cutting machines.Effective January 1, 2023, this acquisition expands Voortman's product portfolio to include tube cutting machines for steel pipes, pressure vessels and structural steel.

Voortman has been a manufacturer of high-quality steel processing machines and innovative software solutions for more than 50 years. What began with the production of profile processing machines, followed by plate processing machines, has now led to the next step: the introduction of tube processing machines. Automation, quality and service are the primary values in this family-owned company determined to create successful, solution-oriented products for various steel processing industries.

Müller Opladen GmbH is a global leader in 3D tube cutting machines for small, medium and large profiles, with a distribution network spanning around 70 countries and the installation of around 1,000 machines. Their commitment to quality and innovation has earned them the trust of renowned customers in various industries.

Voortman aims to grow by expanding into new markets such as offshore and energy and process equipment, and offer more value by expanding its product range. The acquisition of Müller Opladen GmbH enables Voortman to complement its product portfolio with tube processing technology.The knowledge and experience gained will undoubtedly be invaluable for Voortman's growth prospects in the future."The integration of Müller Charging is an important step forward in meeting the needs of our current and potential customers and offering a complete product portfolio for profile, sheet and tube machining.", says Mark Voortman, CEO of Voortman Steel Machinery.

Müller Opladen GmbH remains operational in Germany. Ralf Hamacher, managing director of Müller Opladen GmbH, said: "We are proud to be part of such a highly successful and professional international organization as Voortman. In addition, Müller Charging customers can benefit from Voortman's well-known international network for customer service and consumables." This reinforces each other and provides more benefits for customers."We are delighted to welcome Müller Charging to the Voortman family and look forward to jointly creating new business opportunities and driving future growth," said Mark Voortman.