--- title: "About us - Elten Logistics" description: "Powered by Dutch simplicity. Elten is a family business that builds standard machines, custom-made machines and complete systems for handling crates, trays…" url: "https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/about-us/" language: "en" --- # BUILD TO LAST Powered by Dutch simplicity. Elten is a family business that builds standard machines, custom-made machines and complete systems for handling crates, trays, pallets and more. [Read our story](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/about-us/#build-to-last)[Careers at Elten](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/werken-bij/) Build to last ## Machines that keep performing Elten is one of the market leaders in handling crates, dollies and pallets. We run the numbers, test in advance and build machines that keep performing for a long time. 1. ### Designed to perform We don’t start with a standard machine, but with the application. Calculated, tested in our own workshop and built to keep performing. 2. ### Integrated to fit Mechanics, controls and software under one roof. No black box, but a machine that connects seamlessly to the rest of the line. 3. ### Committed to deliver Responsibility from engineering to service. No pointing at someone else. Available worldwide, also after handover. ![over ons dutch simplicity](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/over-ons-dutch-simplicity.jpg?width=1200 "over ons dutch simplicity") Dutch simplicity ## Better performance through simplicity For years, customers have chosen Elten because of Dutch Simplicity: machines that perform better thanks to a simpler design. Our engineers keep developing the machines further, with the latest technology. Without adding anything the line doesn’t need. Efficient automation calls for reliable solutions that offer certainty. The answer lies in Dutch pragmatism and simplicity. - ### High durability Built to last for years in a busy line. - ### Fewer parts What isn’t there can’t break. - ### Less risk of breakdowns A simple design has fewer weak spots. - ### Lower cost of ownership Less maintenance and fewer replacements over the entire lifespan. Impression ## A true family business In 1986, Gert Achterberg founded Achterberg Besturingstechniek. In 2009, Elten Logistic Systems was added. His three sons built it into a company that operates worldwide. 1. 1986 Gert Achterberg founds Achterberg Besturingstechniek. 2. 2009 Elten Logistic Systems is added. 3. 2024 Move to the new headquarters in Veenendaal. ![Workshop Veenendaal](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/werkplaats-veenendaal.jpg?width=1400 "werkplaats veenendaal") ![Headquarters Veenendaal](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/elten-hoofdkantoor-veenendaal.jpg?width=1400 "elten hoofdkantoor veenendaal") Workshop Veenendaal Projects ## Build to last for customers Royal FloraHollandAmazonColruyt ![project industriele waslijnen](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/project-industriele-waslijnen.jpg?width=1280 "project industriele waslijnen") Royal FloraHolland, Rijnsburg ### Automation for industrial washing lines Five high-speed stainless steel washing lines for flower buckets, from trolley unloader to stacker. - 2500buckets per hour per washing line [Read the project](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/projecten/automation-for-industrial-washing-lines/) ![Case – depalletiser](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/elten-case-depalletiser.jpg?width=1280 "Case – depalletiser") ### Amazon [Read the project](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/projecten/amazon/) ![project vloeibaar ijscontainers](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/project-vloeibaar-ijscontainers.jpg?width=1280 "project vloeibaar ijscontainers") Colruyt, Belgium ### System for liquid ice containers Containers travel via Eltrack to a cold zone of 2 °C and are filled automatically. - 580 KGper filled container [Read the project](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/projecten/system-for-liquid-ice-containers/) - ![Logo adidas](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-adidas.png?width=300 "Logo adidas") - ![Logo Amazon](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-amazon.png?width=300 "Logo Amazon") - ![Logo ASOS](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-asos.png?width=300 "Logo ASOS") - ![Logo BMW](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-bmw.png?width=300 "Logo BMW") - ![Logo bol.com](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-bol-com.png?width=300 "Logo bol.com") - ![Logo Canon](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-canon.png?width=300 "Logo Canon") - ![Logo Walmart](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/logo-walmart.png?width=300 "Logo Walmart") ## Loading baggage at the airport Eltonomous is Elten’s system for loading baggage automatically. One machine loads multiple ULDs, up to 240 pieces of baggage per hour. It takes the heavy lifting off employees’ hands, without replacing them. Developed and built in Veenendaal. [Go to eltonomous.com](https://eltonomous.com/) Opens the Eltonomous website ![eltonomous bagage laden](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/media/uploads/2026/10/eltonomous-bagage-laden.jpg?width=1400 "eltonomous bagage laden") Certifications ## Recognized and certified We have our quality, safety in the supply chain and sustainability assessed by independent parties. Quality management ISO 9001:2015 ISO 9001:2015 Certified quality management. Elten Group B.V. obtained the certification in August 2026. AEO Recognized by Customs as an Authorised Economic Operator: a reliable and secure partner in the supply chain. EcoVadis Committed Assessed on sustainability and corporate social responsibility. Awarded in December 2025. Metaalunie Member of the business association for small and medium-sized metalworking companies. ## Available worldwide - ### Veenendaal Headquarters Elten Logistic Systems Global B.V. Bobinestraat 5 3903 KE Veenendaal, the Netherlands [+31 (0)36 547 4080](tel:+31365474080)[info@elten-global.com](mailto:info@elten-global.com) - ### Oslo Elten Logistic Systems Nordics AS Oslo, Norway [+47 23 96 41 77](tel:+4723964177)[info@elten-nordics.no](mailto:info@elten-nordics.no) - ### Atlanta Elten Logistic Systems North America LLC Atlanta, GA, United States [+1 404 492 5837](tel:+14044925837)[info@elten.us](mailto:info@elten.us) ## Come work at Elten Engineers, technicians and panel builders who build machines that keep running. Our own workshop in Veenendaal has 8 open vacancies. [View the 8 vacancies](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/werken-bij/)[About working at Elten](https://elten-us.ubo-dev.nl/werken-bij/)