We, Thermaflex

My name is Martin Bolanos from Mexico, based in Cancun. I studied mechanical Engineering and have some background on the HVAC industry. I joined Thermaflex on January 2014 as a Business Development Manager for Central America and the Caribbean. Now I have the opportunity and an important challenge as a SMA Team Leader for LATAM.

Working for Thermaflex has given me a more concrete vision of Energy Savings and taking care of environment. I try to live every day and everywhere this philosophy by reinforcing our Stakeholders approach and looking for healthy business for our company. I truly believe in continuous improvement, hard work, honesty and clear communication in order to have successfully relationships.

I usually swim, run and go to the movies. I love to spend my free time with my son Patricio at the beach, solving puzzles, talking a walk at the Kabah Park. I also like to see NFL games every weekend.

I am Łukasz and I have been in charge of sales in Thermaflex for 7 years. Initially, I was connected with Customer Service Department but currently I am a part of the Engineering department.

I perceive Thermaflex as my home where a working atmosphere is wonderful. This is a perfect place for those who want to participate actively in improving the quality of our environment. Thermaflex is a powerful company with vast experience in insulation and modern solutions, which enables self-development for every employee. In short, Thermaflex is a recipe for the safe future.

What is holding me here? A great team and widely understood possibilities of development offered by the company. Both a vision and a mission responding perfectly to my daily life, based on saving. A significant aspect of work is achievement. As far as my position is concerned, each satisfied customer is a success. It is connected with the quality of our products and services. If I were to focus on my greatest achievement, I would choose an order for the first biogas plant in Poland, with the use of Flexalen system. For the rest, I'm interested in film and music. In my spare time, I play football and support Formula 1 drivers.

Thermaflex is a group of creative people with various views, ages and experiences, who form a skilled, sometimes erratic team. However, Thermaflex is primarily an organisation which takes care of our environment for us and for the next generations. Also charitable activities and the company's involvement in helping people should be pointed out.

Participation in the recruitment procedure for the post of a Recovery Coordinator 7 years ago was a step into adult life. These years brought me experience and new skills in accounting. I have added recovery area to my responsibilities, thanks to which I have acquired the ease of communication. I also got married and I have two daughters, who I spend my time with. Every day I show them how we can take pleasure in little things, not only material objects. We enjoy short camping trips during which we prepare healthy dishes, live in harmony with nature and ourselves and simply feel free.

Pleasure to meet, my name is Nelienke Bosch, as SMA (Strategic Market Arena) specialist / Business Developer I am responsible for today’s and tomorrow’s success of our clients, using the Thermaflex solutions. My home base in the head office in Waalwijk, which services North Western Europe. As First Line Team member for NIC (National & International Chains), I represent NWE in the international NIC organisation. Before joining the Dutch office in 2013, I worked for 10 years with Thermaflex Latin America, based out of Mexico.

What excites me in working with Thermaflex is our sustainable mission, making ethical choices, adding real value and connecting with internal and external stakeholders, who share the same values and beliefs. The company offers a lot of freedom to fulfil our roles and offers many development opportunities. My main driver is to connect with people, share my knowledge, learn from others and jointly achieve our sustainable goals. This is also what I practice as the chairlady of the Ladies Circle for the Den Bosch region.

Working for Thermaflex is challenging and exciting. Thermaflex is a dynamic, family owned, company with great ambitions with its headquarters in the Netherlands but active in many parts of the world. As a company that focusses on thermal distribution, we are per definition contributing to the environment through energy savings. But Thermaflex doesn´t stop there and is thinking about how to incorporate the circular economy into its business model, making us future proof and helping the planet to also become future proof. For the generations to come, and since I became a dad, I am much more conscious on that.

To work in a different country and culture, act within and between many different cultures, has made the last 5 years I´ve been working with Thermaflex an interesting journey, and something that also is aligned with one of my interests: Cooking and knowing the world, when possible in Bike. Just remember, I am Dutch, and definitely we are in a bike mood.

The level of responsibility and at the same time room for initiative that are characteristic of the horizontal structure within Thermaflex, created the circumstances to develop myself both professionally and personally. I´m grateful to be part of the LATAM team that works hard and passionately every day to reach the goals we´ve set out for ourselves.

My name is Miranda Eekels, I work as Organisation Development Specialist for the North-West Europe region. I joined Thermaflex in June 1999, in a Management Support role. Reason for me to join Thermaflex was the diversified and challenging role within an international, family run, business. I like working for Thermaflex because of the informal culture, the friendly colleagues and the opportunities for me to learn and grow.

My work-life balance is also very important to me, the balance between a challenging job and time for my other passions. One of my great passions is sports. I like to run, play tennis, golf and ride on my motorcycle. Leading a healthy life, being fit and energetic is important for me. As program coordinator of the ´Vitality program´ in the Netherlands I can also support the vitality of my colleagues. The program will continue in the coming year(s) with all kinds of activities focused on leading a healthy and energetic life.

My name is Wantana Sampaothong, nickname is Tom. I work as Financial and Information Manager. I joinedThermaflex Asia in 1993. At first I decided to work for this company because of the welfare and benefits they offer to employees. But after 2-3 years working with Thermaflex I fell in love with this organization. The management in Thailand understands well the Thai culture and that is important. I have the 2 children the eldest is daughter, she is studying at the University. My son is studying a marine course.

There are many stories and experiences to tell which happened during the time I worked here, both with joy and sorrow. Thermaflex in Thailand is about working as a team, it is like a big family.
Thermaflex Asia takes care and is attentive supporting the employees life and their families. I'm happy to be working with the company.

My name is Paiboon Napen. I started working at Thermaflex Asia in 1989. I joined initially in the position of packer but after 10 years, I have been promoted to the position Production Teamleader where I still work now

Previously, I did not have much knowledge of the foam insulation. I started to study and learn about foam insulation for the first time here. I am happy to work with Thermaflex Asia. We have good welfare and just like a big family we do activities together. Each and all of us are friendly colleagues, we always help each other.

I have 2 daughters. My eldest daughter will graduate from university next year. My younger daughter is in Mathayom 3. Another thing that I am proud of is that I am the employee with the longest service in Thermaflex Asia. I thank Thermaflex for enabling me to live a good and happy life.

Hello! My name is Andrey Salakhov. I work for Thermaflex (Russia) about 5 years as project specialist. I started my career in USSR in 1978 as design engineer and many year I worked in building sphere. Nowadays my main activity is connected with the organization and ongoing support contacts with design institutes, construction and installation companies, consulting and conducting various types of training courses for engineers, planners, designers and staff traders partners to promote our products in a variety of construction projects, and recognition of brand name "Thermaflex" on insulation market. Also I am responsible for the organization and certification of all products in the Russian certification institutions. Working at Thermaflex together with intelligent and conscious team and in a friendly atmosphere gives me opportunity to realize myself, to learn something new from communication with people and as a result I would like to make a contribution in our common goals for the development of the company in the future.

My experience working for Thermaflex is very singular. This company has a different dogma among others; there is no hierarchy level. Each one is responsible of his/her area, we have autonomy in our positions, always reporting but feeling free for taking decisions. They also don’t show just interest for their own; also take into consideration taking care of environment.

I love my job because I feel comfortable developing my position and the most important thing is that they gave me the opportunity to grow with the company always taking in consideration my opinions. Here they have given me the opportunity to learn new and different things and to share my knowledge with others.

I’m proud to be part of this big family.

My name is Yarko Picavet. I’m the international ICT Expert. Why Thermaflex? I wasn’t striving for a typical IT consultant job after my study “Business informatics”, my goal was to have a much broader scope. That is exactly how it works at Thermaflex, plenty of room for new ideas and creativity!

So I started my journey within the company 16 years ago. From system manager in the Netherlands – switches and cables! - towards all-round international expert in the field of ICT. This international role suits me very well. I was born in Peru, I speak different foreign languages and like travelling a lot. I want to learn and understand different local cultures, customs and traditions during my business travels in order to better understand my international colleagues.

At home I keep connected to my ICT background, I like domotics, home automation! My family is not always happy with this as they sometimes get confused on how to activate the lights, heating or TV. As an ICT expert learning never stops, no time to lay back, I always have to keep track of new developments and of course new gadgets.

Hello My Name is Zümrüt Cengiz. I have been working as a Sales Support for 12 years and I am proud to be part of the team in Turkey. I have supported several different departments like purchasing and human resources. I believe different experiences have great contributions to my personal and professional life.

What I like most about this company is I have no second thoughts about sharing my point of view about anything. I grew up in a family that believes in a life that has to be “open and honest” and Thermaflex has the same values which is very hard to find in professional life. I am happy to have this oppourtunity.

I was born in Sakarya and lived all my life here, Thermaflex has invested in my home town to provide a better future for all of us. As a part of the Thermaflex family, I look at our future hopefully and believe that we have so many more good things to contribute !

My name is Silke Matisovits-Bauer. Actually I started at Thermaflex Austria as temporary employee for a colleague in maternity-leave for 1 year. After this exiting period, Thermaflex gave me the opportunity for a challenging position as Marketing Communication Specialist for the Austrian market and at the same time to build up together with an international team the Marketing Communication for the Thermaflex Group.

I have been working for Thermaflex for more than on decade already and in this time some colleagues became more than that – Friends! I love the challenges what especially appear for Marketing Communication from our Mission to become a sustainable company.

In my spare time I love travelling & hiking, experience other cultures, reading and photography. One of my life adventures was a world-journey over three months resulting in 10.000 pictures!

I’m Gerhard Janca. I started at Thermaflex 1992 at the age of 20y right after I graduated at a Federal Higher Technical Institute and military service. I started as an internal technical service engineer doing all the little accruing things in a company. After 7 years I became responsible for engineering & network design as the specialist within the Austrian subsidiary and since 2005 I support my colleagues in the CEE countries.

I am an Engineer with body & soul and love my field of activities within Thermaflex.I have a basic green attitude and try to stimulate other people preserving resources for future generations. 15 years ago I introduced the waste separation in the Austrian subsidiary.

I’m a passionate do-it-yourselfer and love to spend my spare time working in my garden. In my winter holiday I go skiing in Austria and try to keep myself fit with regular sport activities.

My name is Prajak Prakobkit. I work as a sale representative in the position of “Projects Manager” and pre-fabricated products specialist. I joined Thermaflex Asia back in 1995. I like to solve the insulation installation difficulties of my client as every problem brings some new challenge...

I have 2 sons and most of the time apart from my job, I spend time with them. I am very happy when we do family activities or when I help them improve their English language ... The whole family is well connected to my colleagues and managers as we know each other’s for a long time, just like a big family. We do several activities together.

Thermaflex takes care of families and employees. That ensures the support of my family regarding my working life. I am very happy to work here due to the company openness for employees self-development.

I'm Karolina and I am responsible for marketing in North East Europe since 8 years. During this period of time, I have been witnessing many changes occurring in Thermaflex. What is now absolutely certain, is that the company constitutes a reliable business partner and takes care of environment we live in. The emphasis on nature has become an integral part of the organization.

My position in Thermaflex enabled me to spread my wings and develop myself. However, not only those aspects are significant, since we compose a team, which inspires, supports and approaches jobs with full responsibility. Our work is based on a partnership model, regardless of the position.

I'm not a person who prefers the easiest way and I always rise to challenges. If the bar is set higher, we want it even more. And here, in Thermaflex, there is a place for me.I started with simple things and when I look back I can remember how proud I was when I managed to deal with those small issues – small, but how crucial for me!

My hobby is yoga, thanks to which I find a balance between my career and personal life. Yoga suppresses this side of my personality, which is constantly unsatisfied and wants something new.
I am a mother of teenage Alicja and a blissfully happy wife. Together with my family, we are a fantastic trio and we complement and learn from each other.

My name is Noppaphop Suwannapoom but my friends call me "Phot". I work as a production manager since I started with Thermaflex Asia in November 2009. Before I joined the team, I was working in the automotive part industry and household appliances. Initially I had to learn a lot about the production of foam which Thermaflex Asia gives opportunities for all staffs to participate in all development areas.

Something which makes me happy is a smooth production process without mistakes. However, when problems occur, I'm ready to solve them efficiently.

My colleagues are always willing to help each others when problems occur. Thermaflex is a lean organization, from products, to manufacturing processes and deeply concerned about the environment. I believe that the mission and goal of Thermaflex is real and sustainable. My life is happy, I have a good job, good family, good friends so I'm happy to be a part of Thermaflex.

Hello! My name is Oleg Kornilov, I work as extruder operator for Thermaflex (Russia) for 11 years. I am responsible for organization of production line and uninterrupted operation of the equipment. During my working years I notice that company develops, that care about further generations and social projects become more and more important for company. I appreciate it very much it and that’s why when there were vacancy I recommended my son on this position and nowadays we work together. We like to work for this company, and I think, my grandchildren in the future will also work for Thermaflex, continuing our working dynasty.

I got to know Thermaflex when I was working as a technician in one of the first projects they realized in Panama and I was impressed by the new technologies they brought and the service they provided in terms of trainings and technical support. When later I learned they were looking for a technical support guy, I applied for the job and they hired me. Now being with Thermaflex for four years, I can look back at an interesting journey where I have been able to develop myself technically but also commercially and as a person, working with many different stakeholders on a daily basis.

And not only in Panama but in many other countries in the region since within the position the regional responsible for Project Realization that I hold today, I´ve had the chance to get in touch with many other cultures, also through colleagues from other parts of the world.

The dynamic culture of Thermaflex, characterized by a flat structure, requests quite some responsibility and own initiative but when you fit in this type of environment (which is not typical for Latin America), there is a great opportunity to learn and grow.

I’m Rafał and I’ve been involved in production management for 8 years. For me, Thermaflex brings together people who want to introduce innovative solutions and respect the dialogues between people – everyone has an opportunity to contribute. There aren't any communication barriers and we can talk to each other, regardless of ones position in the company.

For me, Thermaflex is a place where my interests and predispositions may be used. I share my technical knowledge, management experience and, at the same time, I can improve my skills in various fields. The introduction of improvements which make our work more effective satisfies me the most.

My hobbies have been always connected with technique. As a child I used to repair different things, such as my motorcycle. My latest purchase is an antique car Citroen 2CV from 1979, which I renovated. Besides a garage, I spend free time in my garden. I'm interested in architecture, non-fiction historical and travel books. I also enjoy mountain biking.

Next to that, I optimize networks for my clients... My name is Basile Lopez. The more complex a network is, the more fun I have! What needs to be done is think about the best design, calculate and identify the appropriate pipe diameters to optimize the flow speed and the heat losses… so that the solution we suggest to the customer helps him to save energy and money!

This is quite a load of work as long as you work on a town network or a large countryside network linked to a methane unit but I must admit this is the kind of project that truly motivates me, especially when it’s a matter of renewable energy!

Furthermore, I’m fond of open air activities and what biodiversity can bring to me. That’s why the approach of Thermaflex in saving energy and the environment means a lot to me.

Beside, I’m a musician and singer. I started as a piano player before pursuing with both guitar and blues harp. The personal investment when you write, create and play several instruments within a band or on your own represents a lot of time and energy spent! But fortunately Thermaflex listened to my wishes and allowed me to adapt my working schedule.

A parallel can be easily drawn between my passion and my daily work within the sales and technical team: in either case, communication and compromises skills are essential for a perfect team work. Moreover, as I already played a lot of gigs, I acquired a good self-confidence that encouraged me to go further in my job: that is how I sometimes give a hand to sales people and meet designers and customers to help them conceiving their projects and be sure Thermaflex products and solutions are prescribed.

I might forget some of the benefits that music brought me… you can go have a look and judge by yourself!

Hello! My name is Natalia Seliverstova, I work as an accountant for Thermaflex (Russia) since 2010. In my free time I like needlework and gardening. The daily work of an accountant is quite responsible and rigorous but I like it and I am proud that I can use my knowledge and experience for a company such as Thermaflex. People say that accountant’s happiness is when you have correct balance sheet, it is about me. I like to work with numbers and consistency and accuracy in the accounting department. I started my career at Russian Post then I worked in several big Russian companies and I can say that Thermaflex the best place of work I have ever worked for. Thermaflex is not only place of work - it is much more. Thermaflex is friendly and collective, healthy atmosphere and International values. I fully agree with company values and glad that I am employee of Thermaflex.

My name is Kittisophon Thongsirirat, my nickname Bo. I started working with Thermaflex as Technical Sales Support role in 2012. In 2013 I was invited to join the international conference. At those conferences employees can share and exchange knowledge and it made me understand the turn we were taking from products to fully sustainable smart solutions supplier. Just Recently I have been promoted to be the manager of the Systems and Solutions department.

In Thermaflex I enjoy every day a good and friendly collegial environment. The Factory is like my home and colleague are like family. I appreciate the “work life” balance that I can have here In my free time I can do activities that I couldn’t do before such as bicycling, playing the guitar travelling and doing fitness. I also often ride my big motorcycle (its name is “V”) and when I have time I like to discover places I have never been to before

I like working in Thermaflex since thermaflex provide me a chance to develop myself and our department in Turkey Opportunity of working in multinational company was one of the main reasons for me to join the Thermaflex family. Connecting with international colleague, learning and sharing experinces and feeling the real team work makes myself worthwhile . On the other hand, Thermaflex always presents me to develop myself with our own acedemy “Thermaflex academy “ and somethimes with outsource trainings.I enjoy playing table tennis, billard and I like travelling a lot.

My name is Peter Van den Broecke and I am the sales and marketing Manager for Thermaflex Asia. I started in this position end of December 2014. I am happy to be part of Thermaflex Asia, because despite being small, I strongly believe we can create a unique footprint in the South East Asian region. Combining our sustainable solutions together with partner companies who share the same durable passion for making a positive impact on our lives and those of generation to come.

I Am A Belgian and worked for over 24 years in Europe, in mid and big size chemical companies in several International roles before moving to Thailand just under 3 years ago.
Other than Thermaflex our 14 month old son will ensure I have plenty to do whenever he sees his chance and I am a key learner at every moment of time of any new things

I am sales engineer in Paris area for Thermaflex and I like practising these 2 principles everyday. I actually understand their importance because I worked for 5 years in a fluid engineering company and at a CVC installer. I know the open & honest attitude is something they value from a supplier.

My day to day challenge is to unlock the potential of Paris area for our solutions of pre insulated plastic pipes for heat networks… I am sure municipalities, social housing companies, network operators, local communities all have very good reasons to choose our solutions to save energy and to stand out in terms of sustainable development for green projects.

But there is such a density of them in Paris area, it is a long task to meet them all! Fortunately, our partner & local distributor Gemoise located near Charles de Gaulle airport helps me covering such a dense area.

At Thermaflex, reactivity comes in top priorities ! Our decision process is short so we can act quickly. This is a point I value a lot, just like all the installers I am working with!

Hello! My name is Evgeniy Kozhevnikov, I work in the logistic department for Thermaflex (Russia) since 2005. Before I joined Thermaflex I worked as a packer for Rocket and Space Corporation. My job is quite routine but it takes a lot of serious and careful attitude, I pack and mark ready product and move it to the warehouse. I work for Thermaflex more than 10 years and think that company takes worthy place on insulation market due to every employee makes own feasible contribution in company’s activities. I will continue working with maximum effort for company prosperity.

My name is Juan Camilo Amaya Castro, I work as a "Regional Marketeer" for Latam, based in Bogota-Colombia. I Joined the Latam Marketing Team in 2015. Reasons for me to join Thermaflex as a Company were: The philosophy of the Company about doing businesses with a strong emphasis on being sustainable and responsible with the environment, besides its constant and inner innovative essence of creating solutions.

Reasons to join this Marketing Team were associated with: challenges, continuous learning, an informal and diverse culture, continuous change, conditions that promote self-and-professional development, a set of transparent leaders, and most importantly, a clear objective to pursue and to work for, with a deep impact in our lives: Environmental sustainability.

Finally, and to complement, the work in Thermaflex lets me have work-life balance, which has a great importance for my, letting me share quality-time with my family, for traveling, dancing Latin rhythms, and for practicing sports, like running, swimming, and attend the gym.

My name is Joop. All employees in Waalwijk know who I am, which is not surprising because I've worked at Thermaflex since 1980. I am one of the employees of the first hour and I have seen Thermaflex grow from a small company that was primarily focused on the Dutch market, into an international company with production- and sales facilities throughout the world.

As Machine Operator, for many years now I am in charge of my own production line. There is plenty of action every day, including testing of new sheet materials and further improvement of the process. When 'my' production line is inactive I help out my colleagues at other production lines.

Health and vitality are very important to me; I keep fit by moving a lot. Every day I bike to work and I run on weekends. Through self-study (mainly Internet) I have now become an expert in the field of healthy food. I try to raise awareness in my colleagues about the impact of eating healthy on their overall condition. Because a healthy production process starts with an healthy operator.

Hello! My name is Vasiliy Laudenshleger, I work as process engineer for Thermaflex (Russia) since 2005. I am responsible for quality control of our products and consumption of raw materials. I like that Thermaflex company has friendly team, mutual understanding, support and honesty between employees. During my work we have become friends with many of employees. And all happy and sad events we experience together.

And behind my computer screen! I am Romain Bramato, I am in charge of logistics at Thermaflex France. I joined in 2011. Back then, I was an offer manager. One thing about me: I am a creative person, whatever the situation. I love photography, especially landscapes. As I live in the countryside, I happen to stop my car in the morning to capture a moment or color at the corner of a field. This is the creative part of my personality that I use to service our customers every day.

I work in daily contact with customers to coordinate with them the delivery of their order. And it's not always easy! Sometimes they want to be delivered before yesterday and we must help them find a solution for their worksite. I am here to give them the best delivery proposal with our own manufacturing constraints ... So, that's when you need creativity to get to accommodate everyone. Sometimes I'm surprised in a very good way: for example, this morning when Herve Thermique, a large French national company, said: "Is it true you can deliver as soon as Monday? I put that as an indication of the order, but I did not think it was actually going to happen! Well, don’t change anything, it's perfect like that! " This is my reward for arranging the best logistics with our delivery partners!

Thermaflex gave me my chance and I am very grateful! In 2010, after my studies in electrical engineering, I had dreams about working for renewable energy companies. But none of them gave me a chance for a try! This is after working in several institutions (Logistics / Production / Quality Control) in the region that I was accepted at Thermaflex. This not only allowed me to have a stable job, but also to realize my desire to act for sustainable development in my work. With Thermaflex, I know that I work for the common good by limiting waste of energy.

If you work for Thermaflex, you can be calm while travelling to work. It's a workplace where you can be yourself and feel free.

My aim as a quality assurance manager is to control the quality issues from the “back seat”, so that each employee would feel a growing need to care for the quality of work.

I've worked for over 3 years and this is the work process that has changed the most since I started. In the broad sense, the quality system has been revitalized: now it exists not only for the ISO auditors but actively supports us. I know it because people from different departments initiate placing important rules for them in the ISO system, more frequently than I do.

What I like about Thermaflex is “the open door policy” - available managers, no bureaucracy, nice atmosphere, the vision of company development and the meaning of my work.
I am interested in history, especially in the genesis of totalitarian government. I would like to learn painting, calligraphy and making bobbin lace. I highly value decency and I'd like to share only good and smart things with my colleagues.

Hello my name is Clément Tardivet, I am in charge of business development as a technical sales person in the southeast of France. I joined Thermaflex after studies in the field of fluids and energy.

I work daily in contact with installers and design offices. I support my customers and stakeholders with their projects from design to installation on site. We work together on how to make energy savings and sustainable solutions.

Prior to obtaining my technical degree in fluids, environment and energy, I was a professional pianist. Thanks to this experience which appears as rather unusual in the field of energy or construction, I have developed very good communication skills and great adaptability... I am delighted to put all this into practice with so many interlocutors to take into account their problems and questions to supply the perfect solution. I'm glad Thermaflex helped me enhance the specificities of my different background!

Technical salesman is a constantly renewing job that requires all my attention to keep finding new projects. I love this challenge!

During my time spent in Thermaflex, I noted with pleasure that mindsets are changing in the small world of energy and construction: the ecological dimension of projects is constantly increasing. And I am to bring stakeholders with recyclable solutions and expertise from Thermaflex. I'm here to continue this upward movement of energy efficiency!

My name is Cemal Karpuz. I have been working as a Sales Support for 12 years in Thermaflex Turkey.

I look forward to working more because I feel that Thermaflex is a family where profit is measured by how much we contribute to a sustainable world and build a better tomorrow... A family where diversity of opinions and change is much appreciated... where the employees feel responsible to claim ownership of all the problems that risk future generations..

I have great ambition to continue to contribute to these objectives because I have two children named Ece and Omer Asaf. I want them to be hopeful for their future...