Our team at IFAT 2026: When it really matters
From 4. – 7. May, we will be at IFAT in Munich – the leading trade fair for environmental technologies, waste and recycling management, and water management. You can find us in Hall B4 | Stand 240.
What to expect from METZEN
At our stand, it’s not about standard solutions, but about one key question:
What happens when it really matters?
We show you how we deliver projects when systems must keep running, schedules leave no room for delay, and technical solutions must prove themselves under real operating conditions. This is exactly where our strength lies.
Meet the METZEN team on site
Delivering this requires experience, technical expertise and the ability to implement complex requirements in a practical way. At IFAT, you will meet a team of specialists who bring these perspectives together and understand what matters in critical project situations.
Andreas Groth, Managing Director Circular Economy, METZEN
Andreas Groth brings over 30 years of experience in international plant engineering and supports projects from planning through to the optimisation of existing systems. In discussions with him, you benefit from solutions that are efficient, sustainable and technically robust, meeting both environmental and economic requirements.
Philipp Portz, Senior Engineer Circular Economy, METZEN
Philipp Portz combines strong design expertise with many years of project management experience, bringing both operational and strategic perspectives to projects. He supports you particularly with complex requirements that must be implemented precisely, under time pressure and with a clear focus on sustainable solutions.
Thomas Schöck, Senior Engineer, METZEN
Thomas Schöck manages complex projects in the process industry, combining manufacturing experience with technical project execution and strategic customer development. In conversations with him, you benefit from approaches that optimise production processes and implement future-ready structures in an economically viable way.
Lars Hagen, Managing Director Raw Materials, Kröger Grefertechnik
Lars Hagen is responsible for the technical development of grab technology, combining detailed technical expertise with a clear focus on processes and efficiency. He supports you with solutions that optimise existing systems and deliver long-term performance in operation.
Klaus Reichel, Senior Engineer, KRÖGER Greifertechnik
Klaus Reichel brings extensive experience from product management in hydraulic and grab technology. His focus is on analysing technical requirements precisely, presenting them clearly and translating them into economically viable, practical solutions.
Matthias Then, Senior Engineer, METZEN Industry Service
Matthias Then is the central contact for technical project execution, supporting projects from feasibility studies through to implementation. In direct exchange, you benefit from his ability to combine technical understanding with structured planning to ensure reliable and cost-effective delivery.
Further contacts on site
Lars Netzel, Chief Sales Officer, METZEN Industries
Lars Netzel is responsible for the strategic development of the business areas. With his international experience, he brings a clear perspective on market developments, customer requirements and economically viable solutions.
Dr Mark Herriger, Managing Director, METZEN Industry Service
Dr Mark Herriger leads the METZEN production centre and has extensive experience in the development of industrial processes. Customers benefit from his expertise in high-precision manufacturing, process reliability and sustainable production solutions, particularly for demanding industries.
Sven Lehmkuhl, Junior Sales Manager, KRÖGER Grreifertechnik
Sven Lehmkuhl combines technical know-how with a consultative approach and understands how to translate customer requirements into precise solutions. His focus is on a solution-oriented approach and the practical implementation of complex projects.
Meet us at IFAT 2026
Hall B4 | Stand 240
4–7 May | Munich
We look forward to speaking with you. Let’s discuss your challenges and projects.
When it matters. METZEN.
Our team at IFAT 2026: When it really matters
From 4. – 7. May, we will be at IFAT in Munich – the leading trade fair for environmental technologies, waste and recycling management, and water management. You can find us in Hall B4 | Stand 240.
What to expect from METZEN
At our stand, it’s not about standard solutions, but about one key question:
What happens when it really matters?
We show you how we deliver projects when systems must keep running, schedules leave no room for delay, and technical solutions must prove themselves under real operating conditions. This is exactly where our strength lies.
Meet the METZEN team on site
Delivering this requires experience, technical expertise and the ability to implement complex requirements in a practical way. At IFAT, you will meet a team of specialists who bring these perspectives together and understand what matters in critical project situations.
Andreas Groth, Managing Director Circular Economy, METZEN
Andreas Groth brings over 30 years of experience in international plant engineering and supports projects from planning through to the optimisation of existing systems. In discussions with him, you benefit from solutions that are efficient, sustainable and technically robust, meeting both environmental and economic requirements.
Philipp Portz, Senior Engineer Circular Economy, METZEN
Philipp Portz combines strong design expertise with many years of project management experience, bringing both operational and strategic perspectives to projects. He supports you particularly with complex requirements that must be implemented precisely, under time pressure and with a clear focus on sustainable solutions.
Thomas Schöck, Senior Engineer, METZEN
Thomas Schöck manages complex projects in the process industry, combining manufacturing experience with technical project execution and strategic customer development. In conversations with him, you benefit from approaches that optimise production processes and implement future-ready structures in an economically viable way.
Lars Hagen, Managing Director Raw Materials, Kröger Grefertechnik
Lars Hagen is responsible for the technical development of grab technology, combining detailed technical expertise with a clear focus on processes and efficiency. He supports you with solutions that optimise existing systems and deliver long-term performance in operation.
Klaus Reichel, Senior Engineer, KRÖGER Greifertechnik
Klaus Reichel brings extensive experience from product management in hydraulic and grab technology. His focus is on analysing technical requirements precisely, presenting them clearly and translating them into economically viable, practical solutions.
Matthias Then, Senior Engineer, METZEN Industry Service
Matthias Then is the central contact for technical project execution, supporting projects from feasibility studies through to implementation. In direct exchange, you benefit from his ability to combine technical understanding with structured planning to ensure reliable and cost-effective delivery.
Further contacts on site
Lars Netzel, Chief Sales Officer, METZEN Industries
Lars Netzel is responsible for the strategic development of the business areas. With his international experience, he brings a clear perspective on market developments, customer requirements and economically viable solutions.
Dr Mark Herriger, Managing Director, METZEN Industry Service
Dr Mark Herriger leads the METZEN production centre and has extensive experience in the development of industrial processes. Customers benefit from his expertise in high-precision manufacturing, process reliability and sustainable production solutions, particularly for demanding industries.
Sven Lehmkuhl, Junior Sales Manager, KRÖGER Grreifertechnik
Sven Lehmkuhl combines technical know-how with a consultative approach and understands how to translate customer requirements into precise solutions. His focus is on a solution-oriented approach and the practical implementation of complex projects.
Meet us at IFAT 2026
Hall B4 | Stand 240
4–7 May | Munich
We look forward to speaking with you. Let’s discuss your challenges and projects.
When it matters. METZEN.