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Profielnorm B.V. was founded in 1997 by Director-Owner Jos C. Schot. Profielnorm has grown into an international family owned business. Discover more about the history of Profielnorm and important news items.


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Profielnorm Breaks Ground on 54,000-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility in Plainwell, Michigan

Profielnorm, a leading designer, manufacturer, and installer of mezzanines built from cold-formed steel beams, is excited to announce the groundbreaking of its new 54,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Plainwell, Michigan. This strategic investment marks a major milestone in the company’s U.S. expansion and strengthens its commitment to delivering faster, more efficient service with localized expertise to customers across the country.

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The first Profielnorm factory in the USA | Mezzanine solutions
2025
2025-05-07

ProMat 2025 - Throwback!

ProMat 2025 has come to an end, and what an incredible experience it was! We are beyond grateful for all the enthusiastic visitors who stopped by, engaged in great conversations, and showed interest in building new relationships.
Now it’s time for hard work – let’s turn these connections into something great! 
Feel free to request a quote online. Our team is ready to help!
 
ProMat 2025
2025-03-25

Come see us at the following exhibitions!

We’re excited to announce that Profielnorm USA will showcase their innovative solutions at several leading trade shows in 2025! Mark your calendar and join us at these key events: This is a fantastic opportunity to meet our team and learn more about how our mezzanines can optimize your operations. Whether you’re looking for space optimization, tailored solutions, or expert advice, we’ve got you covered! Feel free to contact us.
 
Exhibition USA
2025-01-24

Profielnorm East has a New Home

We're excited to share that Profielnorm East has officially moved into a brand-new office location! This modern space provides the perfect foundation for continued growth, offering ample room to expand our team and drive the next phase of our development.

The new facility reflects our commitment to investing in the Eastern European market—creating a dynamic work environment that supports innovation, collaboration, and long-term success.
2023
2023-06-20

Profielnorm Expands to the USA

We’re proud to announce that Profielnorm is expanding across the Atlantic! Building on the strong foundation of our branches in the Netherlands, Poland, and the United Kingdom, we’ve officially launched Profielnorm USA as of January 1st, 2023. Leading this exciting new chapter is Henry Dingemans, who has been appointed Managing Director of Profielnorm USA. Keep an eye on our website and LinkedIn page for the latest updates.
2023-02-06

A New Chapter in Our Family Legacy

As of January 1st, 2023, Matthijs Schot has officially taken on the role of CEO at PRN-Group, proudly representing the second generation of family leadership. He succeeds his father, Jos C. Schot, who founded the company and has guided it with vision and dedication for decades.

Although stepping back from day-to-day operations, Jos remains actively involved in the business he built, contributing his expertise to key investments, strategic projects, and advisory initiatives.
2023-01-10

Profielnorm Expands Again!

In Q1 2023, we began expanding our Tholen facility (Energieweg) in the Netherlands with an additional 63,000 square feet of space. This substantial increase allows us to optimize our production workflow and significantly boost our operational capacity to support continued growth.
2022
2022-11-25

Profielnorm is Going Green!

We recently installed almost 2,000 solar panels on our two locations in Tholen, the Netherlands. These solar panels provide clean energy for our production facilities.
Profielnorm is going green
2022-08-03

Our Anniversary Party

Profielnorm was founded exactly 25 years ago on Monday, 13 June 2022. We joined together to celebrate this occasion in the Netherlands while enjoying a cup of coffee with cake. Our international colleagues from John Scott Works and Profielnorm East were also present, online via a live stream.
Profielnorm exists 25 years in 2022
2022-07-05

Cheers to 25 Years!

Profielnorm was founded on 13 June 1997 by CEO Jos C. Schot, and in 2022 Profielnorm is celebrating its 25th anniversary!

From humble beginnings in an attic room 25 years ago, Profielnorm has grown into a thriving international organization with two branches in the Netherlands and two abroad: John Scott Works (UK) and Profielnorm East (Poland). Since 2016, our in-house IT division, ProAutNorm, has played a vital role in supporting innovation and automation. Today, with two generations actively involved in the business, the PRN-Group operates as a highly professional organization, delivering over 2,000 projects annually in close collaboration with a dedicated management team.
25 years Profielnorm
2022-06-13

Systems Integration Spotlight

Profielnorm has successfully delivered a landmark project for a major international client, streamlining their fully automated order processing workflow. The project included the installation of a state-of-the-art sorter on the mezzanine level, significantly enhancing the speed and efficiency of goods packaging operations.
2021
2021-12-03

Certifications Renewed

Profielnorm has successfully renewed our quality certifications: ISO 9001 and ISO 45001. The ISO 45001 Certificate is the successor to the OHSAS 18001 certificate. Need more info on Profielnorm certifications? You'll find it on this page.
2021-11-30

Faster Delivery and Greater Flexibility with In-House Powder Coating

Profielnorm has recently installed a fully automated powder coating line at our Tholen facility. By bringing the powder coating process in-house, we gain full control over quality and timing—enabling shorter delivery times, increased flexibility, and a more streamlined production process.
2021-11-21

Israeli Ambassador Visits Profielnorm

On Tuesday March 9, 2021, we welcomed the Israeli Ambassador Naor Gilon in Tholen.

During a tour, we showed him our automated design and production process and we visited our modern factory where we produce the characteristic cold-formed steel profiles for our mezzanines.
2021-03-19

Profielnorm Opens Second Office in Tholen, the Netherlands

Profielnorm expands further with a new office in Tholen, the Netherlands. We share this location with our colleagues from ProAutNorm. Profielnorm now has 2 offices in Tholen:
  • Slabbecoornweg 29, 4691 RZ Tholen, the Netherlands;
  • Energieweg 20, 4691 SG Tholen, the Netherlands.
2021-01-15

American Ambassador Pete Hoekstra Visits Profielnorm

We were honored to welcome U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra and his wife, Diane, to Profielnorm's headquarters in Tholen. During their visit, we showcased our advanced, automated design and production processes, and provided a tour of our state-of-the-art factory, highlighting our signature cold-formed steel profiles used in mezzanine systems.

The visit also included productive discussions about Profielnorm’s potential expansion into the U.S. market, as we continue to explore opportunities for international growth.
2020
2020-09-29

Complex Conveyer Mezzanine Completed

Profielnorm successfully delivers a highly complex project integrating structural mezzanines with heavy-duty, pallet-moving conveyors — a powerful combination that elevates throughput, maximizes vertical space, and redefines material handling efficiency.
 
2018
2018-04-13

Founding of John Scott Works Ltd.

With the hiring of Jon Lewis, Profielnorm enters the U.K. market under the business name John Scott Works Ltd.
2016
2016-11-01

Profielnorm Exhibits at LogiMAT 2015

Profielnorm is an exhibitor at LogiMAT 2015 in Stuttgart, Germany.

2015
2015-02-10

Automated Sawing Line Commissioned

To accelerate production flow and improve delivery times, Profielnorm invested in a fully automated sawing line, which became operational in August 2014. This advanced system streamlines the cutting process—raw blanks are loaded at one end, and precisely cut components emerge at the other—ensuring speed, accuracy, and consistency in production.
2014
2014-08-11

Certification

On July 1, 2014, Profielnorm was awarded the CE certificate for the manufacture and delivery of floor systems in accordance with NEN-EN 1090 standards. This certification confirms our full compliance with legal requirements and marks a key step forward in our commitment to quality assurance.

Our steel structure welding processes also meet ISO 3834-3 certification standards, providing you with added confidence in the safety and reliability of our products — all clearly marked with the CE label.

Additionally, Profielnorm holds ISO 9001 certification, reflecting our dedication to maintaining high standards across all business processes and continuously improving our operations.
2014-07-01

A Second Expansion

Profielnorm expands its facility with an additional 10,800 sq ft (1,000 m²) of floor space, specifically designed to enhance and streamline logistics operations, supporting greater efficiency in material handling and distribution.
2014-02-02

Second Roll-forming Machine Introduced

A second roll forming machine is introduced to boost Profielnorm's production capacity.
2012
2012-08-01

Profielnorm Expands Production

Profielnorm doubles its production space with a 12,900 sq ft (1,200 m²) extension to the factory. The original hall is now dedicated to the production of C+ and S+ profiles, while the new hall houses welding operations, including the integration of an automated welding robot.
2010
2010-07-01

Profielnorm Relocates to Tholen

Profielnorm relocates to the village of Tholen, moving into a newly constructed facility featuring a modern office space and a 12,900 sq ft (1,200 m²) production floor, designed to support continued growth and operational efficiency.
2008
2008-01-01

First Roll-Forming Line Operational

Profielnorm enhances its production capabilities with the successful launch of its first roll-forming line, developed in close collaboration with a leading machine manufacturer.
2007
2007-01-01

Profielnorm is Founded

Profielnorm B.V. was founded in 1997 by owner and managing director, Jos Schot. Initially, the components for mezzanines and racking systems were sold from an attic room. Not soon after, the attic was exchanged for a commercial property as the organization grew.
1997
1997-01-01
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NEN-EN 1090 & ISO 3834

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CSR & Circulair building

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