Patrick in the spotlight

Patrick is Operations Manager at Van Abeelen Rental Solutions. A role that brings together oversight, speed, and a technical feel. Exactly what is needed in a department where temporary cooling, heating, and power solutions often need to be arranged quickly.

Back on familiar ground

Patrick has known Van Abeelen for quite some time. From 2010 through 2016, he worked in the service department as a service coordinator. After that, he gained experience as a product developer and troubleshooter at an international refrigeration rental company.

Since 2022, he has been back at Van Abeelen. Now as Operational Manager Rental. With extra experience under his belt and the same drive to help customers quickly and effectively.

Switching, regulating, and thinking ahead

Within Rental Solutions, it is all about speed and reliability. Sometimes it involves a planned temporary solution. Sometimes a breakdown or emergency situation where cooling capacity is needed quickly.

Patrick ensures that engineering, planning, and execution come together. No long lines of communication, but clarity. That makes the work intense, but also rewarding.

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