{"id":1153,"date":"2025-03-15T15:14:34","date_gmt":"2025-03-15T14:14:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2025-06-30T12:12:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T10:12:59","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/en\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About us"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>The specialist in glazing products since 1978<\/h2>\n<p>Belned has been the specialist in glazing products since 1978 and is known for its quality and craftsmanship. It all started in a shed in the Brabant countryside, where Roel den Braven painted and sold some wooden planks. What started as a simple solution for painters, grew into Belned, one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of glazing products, with branches in both the Netherlands and Belgium.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"581\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/over-ons-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/over-ons-1.jpg 581w, https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/over-ons-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 581px) 100vw, 581px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default reversed stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"581\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/over-ons-2.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/over-ons-2.jpg 581w, https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/over-ons-2-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 581px) 100vw, 581px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Expansion<\/h2>\n<p>The product range grew over the years and now includes, in addition to glazing beads, a wide range of secondary glazing, ventilation grilles, sealants, glazing articles and tools. By keeping as much of the production in-house as possible, with over 8,000 square metres of office, production and warehouse space, the quality of the products is continuously guaranteed and Belned now supplies its products to glass and painting companies, glass manufacturers, construction companies and contractors throughout the Netherlands and Belgium.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_small\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Takeover<\/h2>\n<p>In 2016, Roel handed over the baton to his sons Albert and Ronald, who have since been at the helm with passion and vision. Under their leadership, Belned has undergone a significant transformation. In addition to opening an international branch in Belgium, they have continued to expand their range with new and innovative products and modernized their production processes to meet the ever-changing needs of the market.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to their strategic approach and focus on quality and innovation, Belned continues to grow and develop. This means that Belned remains the partner for professionals, where quality and service always come first.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image has_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:66.6667%\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Ontwerp-zonder-titel-8-1024x749.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium color_primary with_img\"><div class=\"l-section-img\" role=\"img\" data-img-width=\"2268\" data-img-height=\"804\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/belned-duurzaamheid.jpg);background-repeat: no-repeat;\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg, rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9) 9.95%, rgba(0, 0, 0, 0) 100%)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-8 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Belned Sustainability<\/h2>\n<p>At Belned we believe in the power of sustainability as a driving force behind our activities and decisions. We strive to make a positive impact within our organization, in our industry, and on the planet as a whole.<\/p>\n<p>That is why we only work with carefully selected partners who share our sustainability standards, so that we can guarantee the highest standards of quality, environmental friendliness and ethical business practices at all times, and we are constantly looking for new ways to operate more efficiently and reduce our impact on the environment. We always strive for maximum transparency towards our customers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-4 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Sustainable production starts at the source<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 icon_atright\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.belned.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Navigate to the webshop<\/span><i class=\"far fa-external-link\"><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-8 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>That is why all our wood types are PEFC, FSC or KOMO certified. These are international quality marks for paper and wood, supported by governments, companies and environmental organizations. Simply put, this means that all our wood comes exclusively from responsibly managed forests. To ensure the quality and durability of our glazing beads, we personally visit our wood suppliers every year so that we can see with our own eyes the journey the glazing beads take before they are delivered to the customer. We also offer sustainable alternatives, such as our Ventistone\u00ae glazing beads and Durodeen DTS profiles.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_916d5e53 height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default reversed stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Foto-als-beglazingsartikelen-product-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Foto-als-beglazingsartikelen-product-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.belned.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Foto-als-beglazingsartikelen-product-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Other initiatives<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to our materials and production, we also focus on sustainable packaging solutions. That is why we no longer pack our plastic blocks in plastic bags of 100 pieces. Instead, the blocks are packed in quantities of 500 loose in cardboard boxes, which are also 100% recyclable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The specialist in glazing products since 1978 Belned has been the specialist in glazing products since 1978 and is known for its quality and craftsmanship. It all started in a shed in the Brabant countryside, where Roel den Braven painted and sold some wooden planks. 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