Following over 50 years of service, Bert Flier, the former director/owner of Flier Systems, is taking official retirement. As Bert’s business network stretches around the globe, his farewell reception is going to be held during GreenTech 2014. Guests will receive personal invitations at a later stage. Bert has played a distinct role in the growth of automation in the horticultural sector. Equipment including soil mixers, sowing machines and conveyor systems were all developed under his name.
Bert Flier back in the day
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Farewell reception to be held during GreenTech Amsterdam 2014
Former director Flier Systems retires
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