13 | 05 | 2025
Kersten Group expands in North America
What happens when European expertise in bending technology meets local knowledge of the North American market?
Kersten takes a strategic step forward by partnering with JB Bell Inc. as its sales office for North America, operating under the name Kersten North America. This move brings Kersten's high quality bending technology available to the dynamic facade construction market in North America.
This partnership combines Kersten's expertise in bending with JB Bell's regional network and market insights, giving North American customers seamless access to high-quality curved facade solutions manufactured at Kersten in Europe and the United Arab Emirates.
Kersten operates from four production locations in the Netherlands, Germany, Poland and the United Arab Emirates, and also has a sales office in Italy. With the establishment of Kersten North America, Kersten is increasing its global market share.
“This collaboration is an important step in our international growth strategy,” said Mike Minten, CEO of the Kersten Group. “With Kersten North America, we make our high-quality curved products available to North American customers through a local sales office; exactly what our North American customers expect.”
Ramzi Jalbout and the team behind JB Bell are based in Ontario, Canada. With more than 25 years of experience, their extensive network and knowledge of the North American facade construction industry, JB Bell ensures that customers receive prompt and expert guidance, from initial consultation to final delivery.
Curved facade solutions
Kersten is recognized worldwide for its specialty in bending technology and the production of custom aluminum components. For the facade industry, Kersten provides bent parts; from engineering and bending to 5-axis machining.
Kersten's key services include:
- 2D and 3D bending of aluminum and steel.
- 5-axis CNC machining for bent products
- Thermal aging and high-performance surface treatments
- Engineering and project management
With the establishment of Kersten North America, customers from Canada now benefit from direct access to European manufacturing quality, with the convenience of local project support and coordination. From pre-construction consulting to post-completion follow-up, Kersten North America serves as the trusted, regional point of contact for a global bending specialist.
“Kersten's technical know-how and reputation in bending technology align perfectly with the needs of this market,” said Ramzi Jalbout, managing director of JB Bell. “We are proud to represent a partner that not only delivers high quality products, but also thinks along in the best solution fitting the demand from the North American facade sector.”
The facade construction industry in North America is evolving rapidly with increasing demand for customization, durability and aesthetic expression. Kersten North America is a perfect fit.
Want to know how Kersten can support your next aluminum facade project?
Contact the Kersten North America sales team today and discover the possibilities