About Franken B.V. Founded in 1892 three Franken generations guided the company mainly as manufacturers and importers of agricultural equipment. During the sixties the company started its present specialization. The present management; Ivor Seymour and Ruud Coers have the well-balanced mix of financial-economical and commercial- technical know how. Shellfish and Crustaceans More than 40 years ago, Franken B.V. started developing machinery and processing techniques and simultaneously helped developing an industry with a very prosperous future. Since, both single machines and complete processing lines are operating in over 30 countries. Franken specializes in bi-valves, such as mussels, oysters, cock-les, clams and scallops, as well as whelks, shrimps, crabs and lobsters are part of the expertise. Grain and Seed Franken's first specialisation was the cleaning, processing and treatment of grain, seeds, spices, nuts and other granular products in the feed / food sector. The Agri & Seed division supplies a complete range, from laboratory equipment to special machines, turn key solutions in processing plants, and machines for ultra modern seed upgrading technology. Research and Development For both our specialisations, R & D is of major importance to sustain a leading position in the markets. The R & D department is continuously searching for improvement on present technologies as well as searching for new processing solutions meeting the demanding international standards of food processing. Engineering Franken's long-term experience and expertise in separation technology is the basis to develop new machinery and processing techniques. That's why engineering complete production units for a wide range of products in the food / feed sector became "a second nature". Metal working specialist: Franken offers a wide range of possibilities in metal working and construction technology, and especially stainless steel expertise in manufacturing and finishing technologies and treatment. Franken provides the most modern production facilities and very skilled and experienced staff and workers. Home