For decades, Laco Techniek has been the specialist in hydraulic and pneumatic tools, with a history centered on craftsmanship, innovation, and reliable service.
H.J. Lafeber starts Laco from a small shed in Zaandam. With one lathe and ten guilders, the company quickly grows into a specialist in precision tools.
Kees Lafeber joins the company and takes over commercial management together with his father. Growth accelerates.
Relocation to Mauritsstraat. Laco expands significantly and also starts supplying large industrial customers internationally.
30 employees, a two-year order book, and projects for the largest ships in the world.
A 16-ton milling machine strengthens the machine park. Unique in the Netherlands and suitable for extremely precise work.
Trade in (used) machines and start distribution of Ingersoll Rand for the northern Netherlands.
Due to strong growth, Laco is moving to a new building on the Westerspoor industrial estate.
Laco enters the rental market. Major international projects follow, including for Mammoet.
Expansion with compressed air solutions. Later continued as Laco Air Solutions.
Expansion into the southern Netherlands through the acquisition of Stork Tools & Services’ activities.
Henk Lafeber takes over from his father. The third generation is at the wheel.
Modernization of the corporate identity while retaining the recognizable Laco identity.
Delivery of 68 mega cylinders for the world’s largest construction vessel.
Laco wins the business award for innovation, sustainability, and continuity.
The superheater specialist becomes part of the Laco Group.
Strengthening of Laco Air Solutions and expansion of the compressed air portfolio.
75 years of innovation, craftsmanship, and family business. Ready to go for 100.
