Huib Smit, the father of the current owners Huib and Gerard Smit starts his company in Grootebroek. The activities consisted of fitting motors to barges and several dealerships of different kinds of companies.

Barges were used to transport the produce from land to the auction. The company had three employees and the main activity was doing repairs.

The company developed planting and harvesting machines for flower bulbs, replacing manual work. Allround pioneered the harvesting spin to sift soil during harvesting. The self-propelled single-row R8 harvester was also used for carrots on sandy soil, marking a major breakthrough.

The harvesting machine range was expanded with multiple types, along with a significant increase in planters. The company also introduced an automatic bulb counting machine, still displayed in the showroom. During this period, the company grew rapidly, employing over 40 people at its peak.

In 1970, Allround expanded its focus beyond its early bulb machinery heritage to produce more specialized equipment for processing onions and carrots. During this period, the company began taking a broader range of machines into regular production to meet increasing

Allround also entered international markets, exporting its processing machinery to regions as far as the former Soviet Union and the United States, where its onion processing lines became especially successful. In Western Europe, the company established a strong presence by .

During the 1980s, Allround strengthened its position through partnerships with specialized contractors in the Netherlands, including a key collaboration in Schagenbrug, driving innovation in flower bulb harvesting and planting machinery.

At the same time, Allround expanded beyond Europe with large-scale agricultural projects in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia. These early international projects supported global growth and demonstrated the company’s ability to deliver reliable machinery for diverse climates and conditions.

In the 1990s, Allround adapted to changing market demands in the flower bulb industry. As handling shifted from wooden casks to cubic boxes, the company updated its machinery range to support modern packaging formats and meet the evolving needs of growers and traders.

At the same time, Allround adjusted its production strategy to stay competitive. By partially transferring production to Poland, the company improved efficiency and strengthened support across Europe, laying the foundation for future growth in vegetable processing lines and integrated solutions.

Allround was approached to develop potato and vegetable processing lines as exports of hybrid seeds and modern agricultural technologies to the former Soviet Union increased. Growing demand for graded and washed products led to the development of Allround Integrated Processing Lines (AIPLs).

With this concept, growers could process red beet, potatoes, onions, carrots, and other root vegetables for retail, effectively becoming wholesalers. During this period, Allround also became the market leader in large chicory installations in the Netherlands.

Allround Integrated Processing Lines achieved strong success across Europe and former Soviet countries. As markets developed, customers moved from smaller to larger processing lines. This shift increased demand for higher-capacity systems and supported rapid expansion of Allround’s product range.

Allround increased its focus on vegetable and potato processing solutions. The company invested in stand-alone machines and complete lines for washing, grading, and handling, marking a key transition toward specialization & laying the foundation for future international growth.

Scale enlargement in potato and vegetable processing continued as demand for high-quality packaging grew. Allround intensified cooperation with weighing and packaging machine suppliers, introduced the Hydrocooler, and supported rising supermarket demand for consistently high-quality products.

Allround starts a business in India, and the activities of QTP are integrated in Allround Storage. Allround Storage is a specialist in the field of potato and vegetable storage and the activity becomes an integral part of the activities of Allround.

The synergy between Allround Storage and Allround Vegetable Processing becomes more apparent. Allround as a whole is now able to supply total crop-to-shop solutions. Big projects with storage and processing are realized in Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, India, Brazil, and Chile.

At the same time, Allround expanded its international presence and production capacity. Investments in modern facilities and technologies supported global demand and strengthened delivery of reliable, high-quality vegetable processing solutions worldwide.

In 2013, Allround completed a new office and modern factory in the Netherlands. Equipped with advanced technologies, including laser cutting, the expansion improved manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and collaboration between engineering, production, and project teams.

At the same time, Allround’s India factory became fully operational, producing machines to Western European standards. The addition of an in-house sandblasting facility improved finishing quality, expanded global capacity, and supported the growing international customer base.

On 12 May 2016, Allround Vegetable Processing officially inaugurated its new factory in Ambala, India. The ribbon was cut by H.E. Alphonsus Stoelinga, Ambassador at the Netherlands Embassy in Delhi. The event included a factory tour and speeches by

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In 2018, Allround strengthened its commercial presence in India by opening a dedicated office in Mumbai. This expansion improved sales coordination, customer interaction, and project development along India’s west coast, supporting growing demand for vegetable processing solutions.

At the same time, Allround further reinforced its footprint in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, a key hub for the food processing industry. The Ahmedabad office enhanced regional sales, service support, and project coordination, complementing the company’s manufacturing and service operations in India.

In 2025, Allround expanded its operations to support growing sales and after-sales demand. A new 4,500-square-meter production facility for mild steel and stainless steel significantly increased manufacturing capacity and improved operational efficiency across projects.

To support this growth, Allround upgraded its warehouse infrastructure to handle higher sales volumes and ensure faster dispatch. The company also invested in a state-of-the-art tube laser machine, further enhancing product quality, precision, and overall production standards.