About us - Torfsconstruct

About Torfsconstruct

As a Belgian family business with over 55 years of experience, we are the ideal partner for the
custom manufacturing of mechanical components, machine building, and overall projects in a wide
range of applications. Our focus on quality and innovation enables us to offer sustainable solutions
that perfectly meet your specific needs.

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Our History

1968

Our Founding

In 1968, the sole proprietorship TORFS CYRIEL was founded by Cyriel Torfs and his wife Emma Van der Auwera.

At the time, the company’s business consisted mainly of manufacturing machinery for the agricultural and horticultural sectors, such as tomato sorters, vegetable washing machines for leeks, carrots, and celeriac, pot presses for forming potting soil cubes, sprayers, etc. At that time, we also collaborated with the technical department of Boerenbond Leuven (Leuven Agricultural Union). Our company was contacted for the supply of aluminum roofing slats and for the manufacture and delivery of several parts for their greenhouse.

International Cooperation

In the early 1970s, a cooperation was established with a Dutch company that would market our
elongated cucumber sorting machine equipped with 20 to 28 mobile scales on the Dutch market.

Our two models, “Econoom” and “Mammoet,” were very successful. These machines were tested by the Wageningen Institute of Horticultural Technology (Netherlands), which issued them Certificate No. 7207 in August 1972 with an “overall evaluation.” Companies that could present such a certificate enjoyed the full confidence of their customers.

In addition to the design and manufacture of these machines, our activities also included welding, turning, and milling work, as well as various repair and maintenance work.

1978

Entry into the Automotive Industry

In the late 1970s, we entered the automotive industry thanks to an order from Renault Vilvoorde. At that time, our activities in the agricultural sector also declined, allowing us to focus our expertise on the automotive sector without losing sight of other market segments. We produced various manipulators (batteries, safes, etc.), as well as a 2-ton transport pallet for a particle accelerator in a reprocessing plant in the United States, among many other projects.

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1984

A New Name

In 1984, the sole proprietorship became a limited liability company (BVBA) under the name
TORFSCONSTRUCT.

1988

A New Era

In 1988, Cyriel Torfs and his wife retired, and management of the company was handed over to Dirk Oeyen and his wife, Gerda Torfs.

You can well understand that it is almost impossible to provide an overview of over 45 years of work. We have compiled a selection from our extensive photo album that serves as an example of the opportunities you can find with us…

An (incomplete) list already gives an idea of the considerable scope of our projects…

3D laser measuring device for measuring various tires
Liquid tanks + pouring tanks for rapid prototyping
Various conveyor systems
Various inspection and welding jigs
Pick & Place systems
Various machinery for vehicle repair (rotating platform for TGV traction motors)
Various handling devices for train axles
Fixtures for driver’s cab alignment
Multifunctional spot welding systems
Gauges for bumper painting
Assembly fixtures for fuel tanks
Assembly fixtures for cockpits
Manipulators for various applications

2003

Bosch Rexroth Service Center

Torfsconstruct becomes a Bosch Rexroth service center for assembly technology. Aluminum,
Varioflow, and TS connection profiles and components, as well as rails, are delivered from our
workshop in Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Waver, where we maintain a large stock.

2009

Innovation Centers and Research Institutes

Our products are appearing in innovation centers and research institutes. Parts manufactured at
Torfsconstruct are helping to shape the world of tomorrow! We enter the vehicle converter and
emergency services market.

2020

COVID periode

Safety screens were produced and delivered in large quantities during the COVID period.

2024

Excellent Service Partner Bosch Rexroth for Joining Technologies

Torfsconstruct is a family business composed of Dirk and Gerda, along with their children Kristof and Stefanie, where passion and expertise come together. In 2024, they were awarded the prestigious Excellent Service Partner Bosch Rexroth certificate for joining technologies. Thanks to their precision and attention to detail, they provide tailor-made solutions of the highest quality. Torfsconstruct guarantees reliable service and innovative technologies.

Discover our offering

With over 55 years of experience in material processing and machine design and construction, the Belgian family business “Torfsconstruct” is the ideal partner for innovative, high-quality solutions that
perfectly meet your specific needs.

We leverage our many years of experience to offer you a high-quality offering.

Supply of custom-made mechanical components: turning – milling – decolt – sheet metal – welded structures
Bosch Rexroth Service Center for Assembly Technologies: aluminum profiles and connecting
components
Conveyor systems and conveyor belts
Machine construction: engineering – prototyping – gauge construction – custom-made machines
Material handling equipment, structures, and installations for emergency services

About Torfsconstruct

Torfsconstruct

Over 50 years of experience

Exceptional precision on every part

Certified Bosch Rexroth partner with a large inventory

Personal service and contact person