Exhibiting at Middle East Poultry Expo 2025

EMKA Hatchery Equipment B.V., headquartered in Kuurne, Belgium, is a globally recognized innovator and manufacturer of advanced incubation and hatchery automation systems. With over four decades of experience, EMKA delivers cutting-edge solutions to optimize hatchery performance, energy efficiency, and biosecurity across a broad range of poultry operations worldwide.

Brief History

Founded in the 1970s, EMKA Hatchery Equipment began as a local incubator manufacturer. It rapidly expanded its expertise and market reach through continuous innovation in embryo technology, hatchery automation, and environmental controls. Today, EMKA has established itself as a premier brand in hatchery systems, operating in over 70 countries through strategic partnerships and direct installations.

Core Business

EMKA provides a comprehensive portfolio of hatchery solutions, including:

• Incubators:

  • Tegg-range – Modular, high-capacity setters and hatchers
  • Extend Incubators – Optimized for larger production volumes
  • Digital VH-range – Touchscreen digital control systems
  • Simplified SC-range – Entry-level digital incubators
  • Water Fowl Incubators – Custom-engineered for ducks, geese, and other species

• Hatchery Equipment:

  • Air Handling Systems and HVAC
  • Automation for egg setting, transfer, and chick take-off
  • Hatchery Management Software
  • Climate and CO₂ monitoring solutions

• Innovative Technologies:

  • Teggnologic27 – EMKA’s dry hatch innovation for improved hatchability
  • CO₂-steering – Controlled embryonic environment
  • Free Cooling Systems – Energy-efficient airflow
  • Dynamic Embryo Link – Real-time performance monitoring

These systems are tailored to support both small-scale hatcheries and high-volume industrial hatcheries with customized configurations.

Specialization and USP

EMKA’s core specialization lies in precision incubation supported by:

• Embryo-centric incubation design for species-specific development cycles
• Advanced digital controls and automation
• Dry hatch technology enhancing hatch uniformity and chick quality
• Sustainable and modular architecture for flexible scalability

Their USP is grounded in their high hatchability rates, reduced energy usage, and strong technical support services offered globally.

Financials and Project Data

Although privately held, EMKA’s industry presence and export performance are significant:

• Installations in over 70 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America

• Annual Equipment Output: Estimated 3,000–4,000 incubator units

• Market Segments Served:

  • Broiler breeder hatcheries (45%)
  • Layer hatcheries (30%)
  • Duck and specialty bird hatcheries (15%)
  • Research and development hatcheries (10%)

• Top Export Markets: Vietnam, India, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Netherlands, South Africa

EMKA maintains strong client relationships with poultry integrators, independent hatcheries, and government research institutions.

Target Market

EMKA targets:

• Poultry integrators and breeders
• Independent hatchery operators
• Specialty bird hatcheries (ducks, quail, geese)
• Government poultry development programs
• Agricultural research and education institutions

Its clientele spans both emerging markets and highly industrialized poultry production zones.

Capabilities

EMKA Hatchery Equipment B.V. is equipped to deliver:

• Turnkey hatchery project execution, including facility layout and design
• Custom incubation solutions tailored by bird species and climatic zone
• Real-time hatchery data analytics through proprietary software platforms
• Global after-sales support, training, and remote diagnostics

Their systems are designed for energy efficiency, high automation levels, and minimal downtime.

Certifications and Compliance

EMKA's manufacturing and operations are compliant with:

• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
• EU Machinery and Safety Directives
• CE Certification
• Compliance with HACCP-aligned hatchery sanitation standards

These ensure EMKA’s equipment meets rigorous global health and safety requirements.

Customer Testimonials

Customers consistently report:

• Improved hatchability rates of up to +3% with Tegg-range systems
• Enhanced uniformity and chick quality in broiler and layer hatcheries
• Lower power consumption by 20–25% due to free cooling systems
• Positive ROI within 12–18 months of installation

EMKA is particularly lauded for its post-sales technical support and custom training modules.

Major Achievements

• Developed Teggnologic27, setting a new standard in dry hatch incubation
• Delivered full hatchery complexes in more than 20 countries across Asia and Africa
• Featured prominently at global poultry exhibitions including ILDEX Vietnam, VIV Europe, and EuroTier
• Partnered with leading poultry firms in India, Turkey, and Brazil for capacity expansion
• Recognized for sustainability through low-carbon HVAC and free cooling hatchery systems

EMKA Hatchery Equipment B.V. continues to redefine poultry incubation by aligning technology with biology—delivering performance, efficiency, and excellence across the global hatchery sector.