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Dinnissen wins 2024 William Pijnenburg Award for exceptional training in technical craftsmanship
Dinnissen wins 2024 William Pijnenburg Award for exceptional training in technical craftsmanship
At the Brainport Industries Congress on Thursday, October 10, Dinnissen Process Technology was awarded the prestigious William Pijnenburg Award 2024. This annual award, presented by Brainport Industries College, recognizes companies that demonstrate exceptional dedication to the development of technical craftsmanship in the region. The award was presented by Manon Pijnenburg in honor of her father, William Pijnenburg, who devoted his life to promoting vocational education and technical training.
Commitment to growth and education
According to the jury, Dinnissen stood out for its strong commitment to the personal and professional development of both employees and students. The jury report highlighted that Dinnissen trains an impressive number of skilled professionals and goes beyond merely teaching technical skills. Additionally, Dinnissen's active contribution to regional education, particularly at the Techniekcentrum Brainport in Deurne, was also commended.
Other nominees
In addition to Dinnissen, KMWE Precision from Eindhoven, NTS Helmond from Helmond, and VDL VDS Technische Industrie & Gereedschapmakerij from Hapert were also nominated for the William Pijnenburg Award 2024. The nominated companies were selected based on quantitative data, including the number of available and filled apprenticeship positions (BBL), as well as their contributions to promoting technical education in the region. These companies were praised for their active role in encouraging technical education and training future professionals.
Evaluation process
The jury, which consisted of Anke Meuffels (FME and Royal Metal Union), Peter Manders (MBO technical trainers), and Yvonne van Mierlo (director of Ergon), visited the nominated companies for qualitative evaluations. During these visits, they spoke with management, BBL students, and mentors, including Edwin Valk and Marcel Konings from Dinnissen. The discussions focused on themes such as personal development, on-the-job training, and the companies’ ambassador roles in promoting technical education.
Recognition for team dedication
Wouter Kuijpers, COO of Dinnissen, was thrilled to receive the award: "This award is a confirmation of our ongoing efforts to elevate technical craftsmanship to the next level. Edwin Valk and Marcel Konings do remarkable work as mentors and student supervisors. Their dedication and involvement are vital to the development of our talents. This award is a tremendous recognition of their hard work and the collective efforts of our entire team."
