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At Roltex, we are committed to creating products that not only enhance your life but also have a positive impact on the planet. Our latest product Craft Tray combines the natural strength of paper (65%) with the durability of resin (35%) to offer a solution designed for long-lasting performance and sustainability.

We set out to combine two of our flagship trays (Laminate and Earth tray) into one brand-new super-tray called Craft Tray.

What makes our product special?

• Made from natural and sustainable FSC®-certified paper
• Extended lifespan created with the strong resin
• Less waste while making, more sustainability in production
• Quality with an eco-conscious twist, made in Belgium, Europe

Natural and sustainable paper: With 65% of the product made from FSC®-certified paper, we prioritise using renewable, eco-friendly resources.

Extended lifespan with resin: The 35% resin in our product significantly extends the product’s lifespan. This means less frequent replacements, ultimately reducing waste and the environmental footprint.

Less waste, more sustainability: Thanks to this innovative material combination, we have reduced our overall waste. With its longer life, our product helps cut down on disposable items and encourages more sustainable resource use.

Quality with an eco-conscious twist: Choose a product that stands out not only for its style and functionality but also for its positive impact on the environment.

Make a smart choice today for a product that can be used over and over again. 🌿

Asparkling drawing by Mille Nuyts (10) from Oostmalle now adorns the new trays in the children's ward at AZ Turnhout. Mille spent a week in the hospital at the end of last year and created a beautiful drawing of Kiko the monkey, the cheerful mascot. "Every day I finished a little bit more," says a proud Mille.

To brighten up the stay of children at AZ Turnhout, the children's ward at Campus Sint-Jozef has made the meal trays more colorful. At the end of last year, the hospital organised a drawing competition for the children staying there. Mille Nuyts from Oostmalle won with a fantastic drawing, which now graces the new trays.

“When Mille was in the children's ward with meningitis in October last year, he participated in the competition to make a beautiful drawing of Kiko the monkey,” says Hetty Voeten from AZ Turnhout. “Kiko, our mascot, stands for 'Child is King' and accompanies all children during their hospital stay, examinations, and doctor appointments.”

This spring, the team from the children's ward selected 36 wonderful submissions. An innocent child's hand drew Mille’s drawing as the winner. The trays will come into circulation this fall, but Mille already got a preview together with his mom, Ruth Swinnen. “When I was in the hospital, I made a little bit of the drawing every day,” Mille explains. He also got to take a tray home. “We didn’t expect to win. This drawing competition made his hospital stay much more enjoyable,” says Ruth Swinnen.

The company Roltex from Aalst took care of the production of the trays, which measure 32.5 by 26.5 centimeters. “This size is called a half gastronorm, and it's half the size of regular trays,” explains Danielle Ansoms from Roltex. “We made 170 of these cheerful trays for AZ Turnhout. Our employees loved producing such colorful trays.”

But that's not all! The tray is the icing on the cake of a larger project. The staff at AZ Turnhout also had new, cheerful, child-friendly cutlery and crockery made. “The yellow cutlery and crockery also feature a banana, the favorite food of Kiko the monkey,” says Erik Luyten from producer Jos ten Berg. “Like Roltex, we were charmed by this project and gave a substantial discount to AZ Turnhout.”

Eskilstuna Business Community Celebrates Peter Wall as Entrepreneur of the Year

Eskilstuna, Sweden - On the evening of April 18, 2024, Peter Wall, owner of The Wallent group, was honored with the prestigious title of Entrepreneur of the Year by the business community in Eskilstuna. The award, presented by Företagarna Eskilstuna-Torshälla, recognizes Wall's outstanding achievements and contributions to the industry.

The recognition came as part of the Eskilstuna Näringsliv event, a merger of Näringslivsdagen and Marknadsplats, where the local business community gathered for a day of inspiring lectures and meetings. The evening was dedicated to celebrating the success of entrepreneurs throughout the year. The event, organized by Nyföretagarcentrum, Mälardalen Chamber of Commerce, Marknadsföreningen, and Företagarna, showcased the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation that drives the region's economy.

Peter Wall's entrepreneurial journey has been marked by his unwavering vision for the future and his commitment to sustainability. As the owner of The Wallent group, which includes subsidiaries like Roltex and Mälarplast, Wall has not only put his company on the map in Sweden and beyond but has also championed environmental awareness in an industry not typically associated with sustainability.

Under Wall's leadership, The Wallent group has undertaken innovative projects to become the greenest manufacturer in the industry. Initiatives such as the Green Loop System have been instrumental in reducing the company's environmental footprint. By prioritizing durability, innovation, and European-made foodservice products of the highest quality, Wall and his teams in Sweden and Belgium are striving to become market leaders in their field.

"We are incredibly proud of Peter Wall's achievement and the recognition he has received from the business community in Eskilstuna," says Maarten Munhoz, CEO of Roltex. "His entrepreneurial spirit, innovative strategies, and social commitment have not only propelled our company forward but have also set an example for the entire industry."

Roltex and August Lundh empower the business by joining hands. One team ready for a stable future and growth.

We are delighted to announce you that we have joined forces and ensured a stable future by merging the strength of two companies that are already on the market for more than 200 years. August Lundh from Sweden and Roltex from Belgium agreed on empowering their partnership after 6 years of a trustful relationship. As one team we will be able to share all knowledge on innovation, R&D, manufacturing, market insights and many more.

We are here to offer you a wide range of catering, horeca and travel serving products. Thanks to this joint forces we present you an interesting portfolio made on Swedish and Belgian ground. On top, we'll inspire you with latest trends and design products. Our sales and customer service team is enhanced in order to offer you a solid service. With a larger team we are able to visit more customers, fairs, network events etc. Let's meet soon! :-)

The production sites of both companies stay foot in Sweden and Belgium. We want to keep our promise to only deliver high quality products that are made in Europe. One of the many leads at both companies is the care for sustainability. We'll invest time in developing more ecofriendly products and materials. For example expand the width of the green-loop, research for eco materials, recycle used products and use the material again, … Together everyone achieves more.

Along with this new set-up, there will be a new Managing Director. Pleased to introduce you to Maarten Munhoz. Maarten has been working for several companies in very effective roles and has a strong, commercial background. He will be managing our companies in both countries Belgium and Sweden. Luckily he's fluent in both Swedish and Dutch. Maarten will be supported by Daniëlle Ansoms who will now focus on growth in her new role as Business Development Director.

With a new captain on board, there are changes in the position of yesterday’s structure. Peter Wall will be chairman of the board of both companies. Peter lives in Sweden and has a strong vision on business as well as a wide knowledge in production. He is  the major shareholder of both companies August Lundh & Roltex and has his own production company as well in Scandinavia.

The previous CEO and President of Roltex, Karl Huylebroeck, is going to take it a bit easier. However he will keep investing time in R&D and Business Development as an ambassador of the company.

In a nutshell: we provide a strong foundation and prepare ourselves for a prosperous future to be your trustful partner for many years ahead.

Curious about our complete sales team? Stay tuned, we will introduce everyone soon. 

Are you too longing for the weekend? And for a refreshing drink to come along? Get prepared to serve your favourite cocktail or mocktail in our new complete range of unbreakable tumblers: The Stackers. With two new sizes to the family, The Stackers offer a capacity for every drink. From 1 pint to 1 shot, a complete package for your needs.

Unbreakable  |  Reusable  |  Recyclable  |  Dishwasher safe



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Reusable and recyclable?
You can count on us!

Are you ready to offer your customer the finest reusable and recyclable coffee to go? Keep reading! Designed and produced in Belgium, we love to serve you three sizes of cups that will suit your needs. Available in different colours to match your brand. Made from PP, this product is reusable for many times ahead and will be recycled at the end of its lifetime. Bye bye disposables. Hello reusables ♲.

Add a sleeve, drinking spout or click-on lid. It's a one size fits all deal.

Looking for something special? Let's talk, we're not shy to think outside the box with you and create a special logo or colour that supports your brand.

Accessories

Drink easily with our matching spout, don't spill a drop with our click-on lid and opt for the easiest carrying with the flexible sleeve.  



Your logo

Get your logo or message engraved on the coffee to go and create a unique product that supports your brand. A little help? We can also offer you a reusable logo to empower the sustainable message.



Happy customers

We love to make people happy by helping them to switch from disposables to reusables. And with this coffee to go, there is a match in no time. Truely loved by its owners. 

Take it to the next level

Our original line, the ‘Gastronorm in full black’ was created with one idea in mind. To create an elegant serving tray that despite its beauty does not lose its durability. These polyester trays in the size Gastronorm 1/1 and Gastronorm ½ are both available in a classic rectangular shape with satin surface or in our modern Rocca design with a matt, structured surface.

Why black?

Well, we chose the colour black for two particular reasons. The first being the sophistication of the colour black. Black has a certain refinement that’s unseen in any other colour. The second reason is that we use ‘Black Classic Plus’-polyester, which is not only scratch resistant but also the strongest material in the market! 

Advantages of the gastronorm size

Gastronorm is a European standard size for trays measuring 53 x 32,5 cm. This allows for all trays to have the same size. Other than that our gastronorm 1/1 offers a large surface for a plate, bowl, tumbler etc. Lastly, we have a feature that’s often overlooked yet undeniably important! The gastronorm 1/1 size is easy to combine with trolleys, which will make service that much enjoyable.

Gastronorm ½

Serving breakfast, a lovely dessert in the afternoon or having young customers during service? With the ½ Gastronorm we offer you a cute buddy to complete your tray range for every occasion.

Guaranteed durability

Roltex adheres to high quality standards, that’s why we’re confident in giving a 5 year warranty on every gastronorm tray made out of ‘Black Classic Plus’-polyester. One, two or ten shifts a day? This tray can handle any amount of usage!