Tanış A.Ş. is one of Turkey’s leading manufacturers in the flour mill machinery and industrial solutions sector with over 60 years of experience. With our expertise in flour mill equipment, grain processing systems, and flour factory solutions, we are recognized as a reliable business partner in both national and international markets. We set standards in our sector with our innovative engineering solutions, quality production approach, and customer-focused attitude.
On this page, you can find detailed information about Tanış A.Ş.’s corporate identity, history, values, organizational structure, and product portfolio. If you are looking for a reliable solution partner in flour mill technologies, you are in the right place.
Our Foundation Story and Early Years
Tanış A.Ş. was founded in 1956 by Ali Kemal Tan in a modest workshop in Gaziantep. Our journey, which began as the dream of an engineer working in the flour mill sector, started with the production of flour mill spare parts in the early years. Our founder Ali Kemal Tan’s sector experience and vision enabled us to lay solid foundations for our company.
Turning Points and Milestones
Important turning points in our company’s growth journey:
- 1985: We completed our first complete flour mill system project
- 2002: We started our export activities by entering the Middle East and African markets
- 2006: We built our current modern production facility, increasing our production capacity fivefold
- 2010: We established our R&D department and accelerated our technology investments
- 2015: We launched our patented “TMM” series energy-efficient and high-standard corn group flour mill technology to the market
- 2018: We developed our Industry 4.0 compatible smart flour mill automation systems
- 2022: We became a global company exporting to 80+ countries on 5 continents
During this process, we rose to a leading position in the sector thanks to our continuous search for innovation and solutions focused on customer needs.
Our forward-looking strategy is to strengthen our position in the global market by increasing our investments in digital transformation and sustainable production technologies, and to reach our innovative solutions to wider audiences.
Our Corporate Identity and Values
Our Mission and Corporate Purpose
Our mission is to develop innovative, efficient and reliable solutions for the flour mill and grain processing industry, bringing our customers’ production capacities and product qualities to the highest level. As a technology leader in the industrial equipment sector, our main purpose is to provide sustainable and value-added solutions and contribute to world food production.
Every day, flour and grain products produced with Tanış A.Ş. equipment in different parts of the world contribute to feeding millions of people. We act with this sense of responsibility and do our work with passion.
Our vision is to be a global leader in flour mill technologies, set standards in the sector, and provide our customers with the most innovative, efficient and sustainable solutions. By 2030, our goals include:
- Completing digital transformation in flour mill technologies and developing artificial intelligence-supported systems
- Being a sustainability leader with carbon neutral production processes
- Increasing global reach with active operations and strong service network on 5 continents
- Maintaining innovation leadership by increasing our R&D investments to 10% of our turnover
As Tanış A.Ş., the values that form the foundation of our corporate culture:
Customer Focus: We put customer needs at the center of every decision and action. We work for our customers’ success and aim to exceed their expectations.
Quality and Excellence: We adopt the highest quality standards in our products and services, aiming for excellence through continuous improvement.
Innovation: We encourage innovative thinking and solutions, closely follow technological developments and lead the sector.
Honesty and Transparency: We act honestly, transparently and ethically in all our business relationships. We keep our promises and fulfill our responsibilities completely.
Teamwork: The foundation of our success lies in our strong teamwork and collaboration culture. We value different ideas, learn and develop together.
Sustainability: Aware of our environmental and social responsibilities, we aim to use resources efficiently and leave a better world for future generations.
As Tanış A.Ş., we are aware of not only the economic but also the social and environmental impacts of our work. With this awareness, we contribute to society and the environment through practices such as:
- Energy efficiency and waste management in our production processes
- Allocating 1% of our annual turnover to social responsibility projects
- Supporting local educational institutions and vocational training
- Encouraging our employees’ volunteer activities
We act with the motto “Sustainable Production, Sustainable Future.”
Our Management Team and Leadership
Behind Tanış A.Ş.’s success is a visionary management team with deep experience in the sector:
- KEMAL TAN – Chairman of the Board: With 35 years of sector experience, he determines our company’s strategic vision.
- EMRE TAN – CEO: Expert in flour mill technologies and global market strategies.
- ERKAN KARAPEHLIVAN – R&D and Innovation Director: Leading our company’s technological transformation with 20+ patents.
- ERKAN KARAPEHLIVAN – Production Director: Expert in Industry 4.0 and efficiency optimization.
- ERHAN INCIOGLU – International Sales and Marketing Director: Successful in establishing distributor networks in 15 countries.
- EKREM KARAKIZ – Finance and Operations Director: Expert in sustainable growth strategies.
Our management team adopts open communication, participatory leadership and results-oriented approach. Our leadership style that combines strategic thinking with operational excellence is the foundation of our sustainable success.
Tanış A.Ş.’s organizational structure is designed to respond quickly and effectively to customer needs:
- R&D and Innovation: New product development, technology research and patent management
- Engineering and Design: Product design, project engineering and technical documentation
- Production: Material management, production planning, quality control and assembly
- Sales and Marketing: Customer relations, market analysis, sales strategies
- Technical Service: Installation, commissioning, maintenance and customer training
- Human Resources: Talent management, training and organizational development
- Finance and Operations: Financial planning, supply chain and administrative affairs
Strong interdepartmental cooperation and horizontal communication channels ensure that our processes operate efficiently and effectively.
Our Human Resources Policy and Employee Development
At Tanış A.Ş., our employees are our most valuable asset. Our human resources policy is based on the principles of:
- Placing the right person in the right position
- Providing continuous learning and development opportunities
- Fair and performance-based evaluation
- Open communication and a working environment where ideas are valued
- Supporting work-life balance and employee welfare
We provide an average of 40 hours of training per year for each of our employees and support them to realize their potential with career development plans.
Join Our Growing Team
We invite innovative and dynamic professionals who want to build a career at Tanış A.Ş., share our values, to join our team.
Advantages we offer to our employees at Tanış A.Ş.:
- Career development in a sector-leading company
- Opportunity to work on international projects
- Innovative and technology-focused working environment
- Continuous training and development programs
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Our Engineering and Project Services
We offer complete solutions to our customers, not just equipment:
- Turnkey Projects: Complete facility installation from feasibility study to commissioning
- Project Design and Engineering: Facility and process design specific to customer needs
- Modernization Projects: Optimization of existing facilities for efficiency and capacity increase
- Consultancy Services: Process improvement, energy efficiency and product quality optimization
In every project, we conduct detailed analysis to understand our customers’ specific needs and develop customized solutions.
Our comprehensive service network supporting our customers’ operational excellence:
- 24/7 technical support line
- Service and spare parts support in 45+ countries
- Remote fault diagnosis and online technical support
- Periodic maintenance programs and service agreements
- Operator training programs
- Fast spare parts supply
With the motto “Your Success, Our Priority,” we work to ensure our customers get maximum efficiency from their equipment.
Our Quality Policy and Approach
At Tanış A.Ş., quality is an integral part of all our processes. Our quality policy is based on the principles of:
- Providing products and services that exceed customer expectations
- Aiming for excellence with a culture of continuous improvement
- Quality control and preventive approach at every stage
- All team members sharing quality responsibility
With our TQM+ (Tanış Quality Methodology) system, we continuously monitor and improve all our processes.
In our modern production facility, we work with advanced technology equipment and optimum processes:
- Robotic and automated production lines
- Process optimization with digital twin technology
- Real-time production monitoring and quality control systems
- Advanced testing and validation equipment
In our production processes, we act with the principle of zero error and minimum waste, taking care to use resources efficiently.
Our compliance with international standards are concrete indicators of our quality commitment:
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
- ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System
- CE Certificate (European Conformity Certificate)
- EAC Certificate (Eurasian Conformity Certificate)
- ATEX Certificate (Equipment Safety for Explosive Environments)
All our products show full compliance with global and local standards.
As Tanış A.Ş., we have exported to 80+ countries:
- Middle East and North Africa: Leading position in the sector
- Central Asia and CIS Countries: Strong market presence
- Europe: Premium segment focused growth
- Africa: Solutions specific to local needs
Understanding cultural differences in international projects, adapting to local requirements and our strong technical support network are the fundamental elements of our success.
Opportunities to collaborate with Tanış A.Ş.:
- Distributorship Opportunities: Sales and marketing activities of our products in designated regions
- Technology Collaborations: Joint projects in R&D and innovation
- Becoming a Supplier: Required criteria and application process to join our supply chain
- Strategic Partnerships: Opportunities to create synergy for complementary products and services
As Tanış A.Ş., as a leading manufacturer and reliable business partner in flour mill and grain processing technologies, we continue to offer excellence to our customers. With our experience of over 60 years, innovative approach and customer-focused solutions, we continue to shape the future of the sector.
By working with Tanış A.Ş., you get not only quality equipment, but also a long-term business partnership and comprehensive support. Please do not hesitate to contact us for detailed information.