History

1978

Foundation of Alinco. The founders chose the name Alinco, which stands for 'aluminum inox construction'. The name was more of a strategic goal because Alinco mainly made small iron constructions at that time.

1985

About 6 employees come to Alinco after the bankruptcy of HMC, specializing in air ducts.

1989

Move from the center of Sint-Niklaas to Industriepark West. The first CNC-controlled bending machine is purchased.

1995

Alinco is taken over by Peter Depraetere and Karine De Bie. There are 23 employees.

1996

Purchase of the first laser cutting machine, a new technology at that time reserved for specialized companies, is integrated into the sheet metal department. The time-consuming tracing work disappears and allows more precise work.

1999

Move to Pachtgoedstraat 4 in Temse and immediate tripling of the workshop area. Along with the investment in a new building, several new machines are purchased.

2003

Partial takeover of activities from the bankrupt WVM from Waasmunster (Wase machining company). From now on, aluminum extruded profiles can be processed for customers in a new department.

2004

The existing building becomes too small, and the expansion consists of renting an adjacent building with an area of 1600 m2.

2007

Alinco expands again significantly, including a new 4x2 meter laser cutting machine with a tube module, a CNC 4-meter bending machine, a double-sided deburring band, and a sandblasting cabin.

2008
Alinco turns 30 and has become a household name in sheet metal work. The expansion continues with inventory and traceability of sheets, clear internal labeling, … Alinco holds a grand celebration for its 30th anniversary.

2008

The owners of Alinco take over Werkhuizen Armand Deprest from Kruibeke, specializing in pressure vessels, boiler construction, large chocolate tanks, and chocolate pumps. The cooperation ensures that both companies can offer extra service, knowledge, and products to their customers. Visit the Deprest website.

2009

Karine De Bie, who has been active in Alinco for 15 years, takes over the daily management from her husband, Peter Depraetere. He now focuses on managing Deprest NV.

2014

Alinco obtains its EN1090 certification.

2019

Alinco has invested in new bending machines and fiber laser cutting technology in recent years and is thus prepared for the future.

2021

Alinco invests in a new bending machine, new deburring and polishing capabilities, and heavily invests in digitalization behind the scenes.

2023

Alinco invests heavily and moves to their new building at Industriepark-West 53, 9100 Sint-Niklaas. The workshop is equipped with a state-of-the-art machine park, including automatic warehouses.