AVK International

We wish all our customers, business partners and employees a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎅🎄 We look forward to working with you on new and exciting projects in the coming year! #christmas #newyear #expectavk

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐊𝐣æ𝐫𝐬 80𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐕𝐊 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 On Friday, Niels Aage was celebrated at a reception at AVK International headquarters in Denmark, where more than 160 guests representing family, friends, colleagues and business partners were gathered. Since taking over his father’s small machine shop in 1970, Niels Aage has been the driving force behind AVK’s growth from a local business in Galten, Denmark, to a global group of over 100 companies and more than 5,000 employees. What an impressive journey! In October 2023, after more than 53 years as CEO, Niels Aage transitioned to his current role as Chairman of the AVK Holding Board, where his vision continues to shape the company’s direction. We congratulate Niels Aage Kjær and thank him for his tireless drive, entrepreneurial spirit and leadership, which have built AVK into the market-leading global group it is today! 📷 Per Bille - Fotograf #celebration #congratulations #leadership #avkgroup #expectavk

Congratulations to Niels Aage Kjær on his 80th birthday today 🎉💙

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 3𝐃 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 At AVK, we continuously explore new ways to improve our products and processes. Recently, we collaborated with the Danish Technological Institute to 3D print the inner core of an injection moulding tool, addressing challenges in machining and production. Tonny Sprogø, Product Manager at AVK International, explains: “We updated the moulds for our POM service valves used in distribution networks. 3D printing helped us overcome machining challenges, producing precise parts while streamlining production.” This innovative approach gives us better control over the heat development when producing the part. We get complete control over the process resulting in more efficient production and higher product quality. Watch the video and learn more about our use of metal 3D print 👇🏻 🎬 Video by Danish Technological Institute #3dprinting #water #valve #production #expectavk

Today we celebrate that AVK Holding and AVK International have had 100 employees in total who have celebrated their 25th work anniversary! Congratulations to Jørgen S. Bjerregård on his 25-year anniversary at AVK Holding – and welcome as number 100 on the anniversary wall. This is quite an achievement for Jørgen and the 99 others – and for AVK. They have all shown outstanding dedication and loyalty, and it has been a pleasure to celebrate each and every one of them 🎉🎉🎉 #anniversary #25years #congratulations #expectavk

Today we host a farewell reception for Hanne Pedersen, who is retiring after 47 years of employment at AVK! At the age of 18, Hanne joined the factory in Galten as one of the first women in the industry. Many were surprised to see a woman operating the large machines, and AVK was visited by journalists who wrote about female employees in production. Hanne has been employed in the machining department all these years and has gained deep insight into the operation of our processing machines. She has contributed to the production of many different AVK products and has always welcomed new tasks. Hanne is highly regarded by her colleagues, who describe her as positive, welcoming and considerate. Her commitment and cheerful spirit have always been integral to AVK, and she has strived to ensure that everyone around her felt comfortable and supported. A heartfelt thank you to Hanne for her dedication and hard work throughout the years. We wish her all the best in the future. #thankyouforyourefforts #retirement #expectavk

Congratulations to Brian Brandt on his 25-year anniversary at AVK! Brian started at the machine factory in Galten, Denmark, in 1999 and worked in several different departments before he started his apprenticeship as an industrial technician in the Machining Department, where he has been ever since. Brian is Supervisor in the department and over the years, he has also been safety officer and union representative for the skilled workers at AVK International. Brian is highly skilled, thorough and quality-conscious and is always striving to optimise the machining processes. He is very well-liked and helpful, so the colleagues often turn to Brian when they need assistance. We would like to thank Brian for his dedication and loyalty throughout the years. #anniversary #25years #congratulations #expectavk

𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬-𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 💧🌍 This week, we had the honour to welcome Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Water, Sanitation and Irrigation, Eric Murithi Mugaa, along with a delegation of directors from central government agencies and major utilities in Kenya. The visit was part of SSC Water Kenya, the Strategic Sector Cooperation between Denmark and Kenya, driven by the Danish Environmental Protection Agency and founded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. The Kenyan delegation shared insights into Kenya's water challenges and needs, followed by a roundtable discussion focusing on opportunities for cooperation for driving sustainable water supply and climate adaptation initiatives in Kenya. Participants were, in addition to AVK and the Kenyan delegation, Kamstrup, Sweco Danmark, Bacess A/S, Simon Moos Maskinfabrik and TEMcompany. “Kenya is facing major challenges in relation to non-revenue water, and our technologies and high-quality valves can really make a difference. Given our longstanding relations to the African water industry, the recent visit to Denmark, led by the Minister for Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation, was a perfect opportunity to invite the delegation to AVK for a discussion about challenges and potential cooperation opportunities,” says Jan Ketley, Area Sales Manager, Africa, AVK International. Thanks for the visit! We are very much looking forward to continuing our collaboration. #water #watersupply #watermanagement #sustainabledevelopment #expectavk

A new wastewater pumping station in Riga, Latvia, is an important part of the modernisation of the city's water infrastructure. It replaces an outdated pumping station, and fully automated processes improve overall performance and reliability. The new pumping station uses significantly less electricity compared to the old facility, and total operational costs are reduced by approximately €0.5 million per year. Read the case here https://lnkd.in/dq5MbtFB #wastewater #wastewatermanagement #pumpingstation #expectavk

We are pleased to participate in the 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 conference at Grand Hotel Bellevue, Slovakia. Over the past two days, Anton Makel has presented AVK solutions, including our Premium valves and VIDI Positioner for digital monitoring of the distribution network, to key stakeholders from the water industry 💦 Thanks to Anton for the presentations and photos. #water #watermanagement #watertreatment #waterdistribution #waterindustry #expectavk