FOUNDED IN A BARN
Gerrit ter Hoek founded his company Ter Hoek spark erosion. A barn at his home is converted into a manufacturing facility.

TOGETHER WE STAND STRONG
With already three permanent employees, the company moves to a new-build location in an industrial park.

TÜV (TECHNICAL INSPECTION AGENCY) ISO CERTIFIED
Gerrit ter Hoek richt zijn bedrijf Ter Hoek vonkerosie op. Een schuur bij zijn woning wordt ingericht als productieruimte.

RELOCATING YET AGAIN
The company continues to grow, and the team of specialists gradually expands. In 2008, the 25th employee was hired.

25 EMPLOYEES
The company continues to grow, and the team of specialists gradually expands. In 2008, the 25th employee was hired.

THEY ARE AFFECTED BY THE CRISIS
The consequences of the worldwide crisis also affect Ter Hoek, resulting in a thirty percent drop in turnover. A reason for Ter Hoek to reassess: the focus is shifted back to the core business, spark erosion (EDM).

28 EMPLOYEES
The manufacturing facility has 30 EDM machines.

INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
The innovative Laser MicroJet technology offers Ter Hoek the possibility of machining numerous new materials with high precision. Accuracy is also immensely improved, with the AS9100 standard (aviation) as the perfect culmination.

25-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
In 2015, a new milestone was reached with our 25th anniversary. With a solid foundation and a clear strategy, Ter Hoek is ready for the future. With tomorrow's innovation as today's inspiration.
