Category: Timeline Stories (EN)

Hegge NV taken over by Dirk De Wachter and Andy Coninx

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Hamont-Achel, 30 June 2025 – Hegge NV, an established name in the Belgian façade construction sector, is writing a new chapter in its rich history. The family business is taken over by Andy Coninx and Dirk De Wachter, who take over the management of the company from Marc and Luc Hegge. After four generations of family management, Marc and Luc Hegge, in consultation with the family, opted for a carefully selected succession. The decision came after the next generation indicated that they did not want to take an active role within Hegge NV. Continuity, stability and the well-being of the employees were central to their search – values that fit seamlessly with the vision of the new owners. With a solid foundation, an experienced team and a well-filled order book, Andy Coninx and Dirk De Wachter are ready to continue and strengthen the success story of Hegge NV. Andy Coninx has been at the helm of Hegge NV for more than 20 years and knows the company through and through. Dirk De Wachter, in turn, brings extensive experience as CEO to various Belgian SMEs. Their ambition? Combining the assets of this traditional company with fresh entrepreneurial energy, and thus continuing to build sustainable and innovative façade solutions. The companies Hegge Toelevering NV and Aluwing NV are not part of this acquisition and remain in the hands of Marc and Luc Hegge. With their trusted teams, they continue to work enthusiastically for a future-oriented growth path. With this transfer, the future of Hegge NV is assured – rooted in tradition, but resolutely looking ahead.

Hegge Toelevering NV invests in automation

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In the first half of 2025, Hegge Toelevering NV invested in automation. A fully automated sheet metal storage system from Stopa was installed.
A Trumpf 7030 laser cell was connected to this storage system.
Additionally, two existing Trumpf laser machines were linked to the storage system using a Trumpf LiftMaster Store Linear.

Founding

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In 1893, Andries Hegge, great-grandfather of the current alloy directors, established a smithy in the centre of Hamont. He operated as the typical village blacksmith of the time. “Shoeing” horses and manufacturing and repairing agricultural tools were his main activities.

Ironmongery

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Around 1928, three sons of Andries Hegge established a hardware store. Buying iron from the steel mills and selling it to local consumers was their activity. There was also a shop with a hardware shop on Hamont’s market square. The house with shop was later restored and is now called the “house Hegge”.

Adriaan Hegge continues as blacksmith

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Adriaan Hegge continues as a blacksmith, continuing his father’s tradition. He expanded his forge from a forge for agricultural tools, horse hooves, etc., to a workshop where cavity hooks, hay rakes, etc. were produced. He also had a plant for chroming metals and traded in agricultural machinery and (Leuven) stoves. His wife ran a shop selling hardware and household goods.

Marc and Luc Hegge take over the torch

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From 01 October 1999, Marc and Luc, two of Gerard’s sons, took over the torch through their investment company Hegge Invest NV. Both are responsible for general management. Luc is responsible for production. Marc, on the other hand, is responsible for sales, purchasing, personnel, infrastructure and IT. Production is divided between two independent companies, being Hegge NV and Hegge Toelevering NV. Hegge NV produces and installs aluminium windows, doors, façade walls and domes. The market in which we operate is utility, office and industrial buildings. Hegge Toelevering NV is active in metal processing. It is divided into 5 departments, being: – Sheet processing (laser cutting, punching, bending and cutting) – Small construction (TIG, MIG and MAG welding, robotic welding, bending of profiles) – Production of aluminium splash screens – Pressing works (mechanical and hydraulic up to 5,000 kN pressing force) – Powder coating

Aluwing NV

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Aluwing NV is established as a subsidiary of Hegge Invest NV and organises the sale of the aluminium mudguards.

Celebrating 125 years of Hegge

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On Friday 26 October 2018, Hegge celebrated its 125th anniversary together with customers, suppliers and other relations. Saturday 27 October 2018 in the afternoon, several proud employees showed what goes on in the buildings, both in Bosstraat and on Military Dike. All employees were invited, along with their families, for an extended company visit. In the evening, a big party was organised for all employees with their partners and the Hegge family. The theme of the party was talent. Several employees therefore enjoyed showing and hearing their musical talents.

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