Mr. van Kooten is the President and co-founder of Direct Conveyors, a company he helped establish in 2006. With nearly two decades of leadership in the material handling industry, he has been instrumental in engineering many of the core capabilities that define Direct Conveyors’ product line today. His vision and technical expertise have guided the company’s growth from a startup to a trusted provider of innovative conveyor solutions.
Prior to founding Direct Conveyors, Mr. van Kooten worked extensively in mechanical design and automation, gaining hands-on experience that shaped his approach to practical, customer-focused engineering. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and continues to lead the company with a commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.