OVLAC: In-house engineering, internal manufacturing, and export as growth drivers

In an interview published by El Norte de Castilla (03/22/2026), Jorge Calvo, CEO of OVLAC, reviews the key factors that have consolidated the company as a specialist in soil tillage machinery: in-house engineering, high internal manufacturing, and a sustained export strategy.

Specialization: Total focus on the soil

Since its origins, OVLAC has maintained a clear specialization: providing value to professional farmers through technical solutions for the soil. This orientation has allowed the company to evolve without losing its identity, prioritizing structural robustness, field efficiency, and adaptation to each market.

Industrial Capacity and Internal Manufacturing

From the facilities in Venta de Baños (Palencia), more than 1,000 machines are produced annually, with a high level of internal manufacturing that integrates design, production processes, and final assembly, reinforcing traceability and quality control. The company stands out as the largest Spanish manufacturer of ploughs and a European leader in this segment.

Export: A structural component of the model

Exporting is part of OVLAC's DNA: approximately 60% of production is destined for more than 20 countries, with a strong presence in European markets such as France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Denmark, and Italy.

Applied Innovation: R&D oriented towards results

According to the interview, OVLAC invests up to 5% in R&D to develop improvements with a direct impact on field performance: evolution of plough bodies, protection systems, structural optimization through advanced design, and digitalization of internal processes, maintaining a practical and measurable approach.

Industry 4.0 and Productive Efficiency

The company continues to advance in automation and productive efficiency, especially in key industrial processes, with the goal of reinforcing quality, traceability, and competitiveness while maintaining its own industrial character.