About us

Kuil Nicos has a rich history. We were founded in 1946 under the name Kuil Gascentrum and were then located at the Boddenkampsingel in Enschede. In 1969 we moved to our current location at Hengelosestraat 304 in Enschede. 

After the gases business was sold to Hoek Loos in 1982, the technical wholesaler Nico Schmitt was acquired. From then on, the current name Kuil Nicos has been in use.

1946 - Establishment of Kuil Gas Center


Founded in 1946, Kuil was engaged in gas trading and sales of gas and welding equipment.

1969 - Moving to Hengelose Street.


In 1969, the branch moved from Boddenkampsingel to its current address at 304 Hengelostraat in Enschede.

1982 - Sale of gas business to Hoek Loos


In 1982, the Hoek Loos company took over the gas business from Kuil.

1982 - Acquisition Nico Schmitt


Also in 1982 the technical wholesaler Nico Schmitt was acquired. From then on, the current name Kuil Nicos has been in use.

1997 - Acquisition Kees Lammers


Kees Lammers took over the business from the Kuil family in 1997.

2005 - New logo


In 2005, a new logo was introduced. This one featured the familiar little diamonds.

2020 - Acquisition Karsten and Niels Lammers


In 2020, Karsten and Niels Lammers took over the company from their father. Thus, the history of Kuil Nicos continues as a family business.

2022 - New corporate identity


A new corporate identity that better suits Kuil Nicos' current and future activities. 

2024 - Expansion and renovation of business premises.


Due to the growth of previous years, the 2024 premises needed to be expanded and modernized.