Dutch Tec Source BV (DTS)

Company Description

DutchTecSource BV (DTS) has over 30 years experience in the designing and manufacturing of machines and complete systems for the food processing industry.

Dutch Tec Source has focused initially on applications in the potato- and vegetable processing, mushroom processing and in particular the very special screw (auger) conveyor systems required in these industries. The result of this focus is that DTS can state categorically that it is the market leader in fields such as blanching, cooling and cooking processes for various industries, the potato processing industry in particular.

However, the number of products they have worked with has increased over the years and a 2020 brand update highlights this expansion, focusing a wider range of products, with a refreshed logo and a new tag line 'Auger and Thermal Processing Solutions'.

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DutchTecSource Corporate presentation of its capabilities to build high-precision Auger and Thermal Processing Equipment

DTS, headquartered in Beusichem, the Netherlands, manufactures machinery and sells equipment to food processors across the world. In 2024, the firm joined with Sticomax group, which enabled it to expand its skills across a larger network of food machinery manufacturers. Its operations revolve around custom-built solutions, system integration, and engineering support for large-scale food processing lines.

A subsidiary of:

Sticomax

Products Offered

Screw conveyor steamer with overpressure technique

DTS - Industrial potato steamers Screw conveyor steamers with overpressure technique

DTS - Potato Washing Auger (Washing and Elevating) DTS- Washing augers are used to remove soil from unpeeled potatoes, or skin residues from peeled potatoes. The specially designed auger creates tumbling of potatoes while being washed.

DTS - Screw Blancher 2.0 DutchTecSource (DTS), a leading innovator and supplier in blanching, cooling, and cooking technologies for the food processing industry, is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned screw blancher.

DTS - Industrial Potato Blanchers Screw blanchers: our ultimate specialization

Product Types offered by this company

- Processing Equipment

News for this Company

DTS and MTS Foods announce a strategic commercial partnership to deliver advanced thermal food processing solutions across India Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

August 02, 2026

DTS and MTS Foods cooperate in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh

DTS and MTS Foods combine process-engineering expertise with regional customer coordination across India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

Executives from Sticomax Group and ICS Spiral Freezers celebrate the acquisition agreement, marking a new phase of growth and collaboration in global food processing solutions.

May 31, 2026

Sticomax Group Strengthens Food Processing Portfolio with ICS Spiral Freezers Acquisition

Sticomax Group has acquired ICS Spiral Freezers to strengthen its expertise in freezing, cooling, and proofing solutions. The addition expands the group to seven companies, with combined turnover expected to reach EUR 125 million (USD 142 million).

Industrial potato processing and packaging machinery from bankrupt Dutch producer CêlaVíta, now being auctioned online by Troostwijk Auctions as part of six structured industrial asset sales running from December to January.

December 18, 2025

CêlaVíta Potato Processing Equipment now on Auction by Troostwijk

Troostwijk Auctions launches six online auctions (18 Dec–15 Jan) to sell the full industrial assets of bankrupt Dutch potato processor CêlaVíta, offering high-quality potato processing, packaging and labelling machinery from leading brands.

Dutch TecSource B.V. delivers a complete specialty processing line to Northern France, reinforcing its leadership in tailor-made blanching, cooling, and cooking systems.

November 07, 2025

Dutch TecSource B.V. Delivers Complete Specialty Food Processing Line to Northern France

Dutch TecSource B.V. ships a complete specialty food processing line to Northern France, including blancher, counterflow cooler, cooker, and buffer system. Pre-built for seamless integration, showcasing DTS’s tailor-made solutions and team excellence.

Frequently Asked Questions

How sustainable is DTS’s claim of market leadership in blanching and thermal processing as competitors adopt similar technologies?

DTS’s leadership likely stems from deep specialization in auger-based thermal systems and decades of application-specific engineering. However, sustaining this edge will depend on continuous innovation, energy efficiency improvements, and integration of smart processing technologies.

How scalable are DTS’s custom-built solutions in a global market demanding standardization?

Customization offers precision but limits scalability. DTS must balance modular standardization with customization to remain competitive globally.

Could DTS evolve into a fully digitalized processing solutions provider rather than just mechanical systems manufacturer?

Yes, especially if it integrates IoT, predictive maintenance and process optimization software into its offerings.

Does DTS’s focus on engineering and integration create long-term customer dependency?

Yes. By delivering integrated, customized systems, DTS becomes deeply embedded in customer operations, leading to long-term relationships and repeat business.