Medium Voltage Competence Center (MVCC)
A unique experience exploring more than 85 years of progress in medium voltage.
Knowledge, heritage and innovation in medium voltage
The Medium Voltage Competence Center (MVCC) forms the ultimate bridge between the past, present and future of medium-voltage technology. With more than 47 years of experience in medium voltage, the MVCC brings together knowledge of distributed energy and switchgear. We share this expertise through our historical collection, hands-on training courses and spaces for meetings and training.
More than 85 years of progress in medium voltage
In 2014, we documented 75 years of industrial progress. Today, the museum collection presents more than 85 years of medium-voltage history. Many substations were dismantled about 47 years ago, when they were already 30 to 50 years old. Some items in the collection are therefore almost a century old.
At the centre, you can discover the development from traditional installations to modern solutions. Our experience in medium voltage goes back more than 47 years.
Two pillars of the MVCC
Historical collection & museum
A unique collection of historical medium-voltage substations, components, switches and transformers that brings decades of technological development to life.
Knowledge and training centre
A hands-on training centre where technicians, engineers, customers and students learn how to work safely and efficiently with medium voltage.
Spaces for training and meetings
The MVCC offers spaces for training sessions, meetings and presentations. View the rooms in Landegem with their dimensions, capacity and facilities.
Foundation of Deba
Since its founding in 1979, Deba has been a leading name in the installation of medium voltage installations ranging from 1 to 24 kV, for both indoor and outdoor installation. With a constant focus on quality and innovation, over the years Deba has developed into the market leader in Belgium.
Foundation of Het Veer
Het Veer was formally christened in 1984. This was followed by many ships joining the fleet.
Acquisition of V coat
Lakkerij Vandereyt started in 1983 and was taken over by Het Veer in 1993. Meanwhile renamed V coat and developed into a specialist in surface treatment and powder coatings.
Foundation of Cotrabel
Several medium voltage setups require a transformer. Cotrabel supplies both dry cast resin and oil-distribution transformers.
Foundation of CDC
Started in function of concrete booths for medium voltage cubicles, but later greatly diversified. CDC today specializes in the fabrication of precast concrete enclosures.
Split-off activities Deba
The birth of SGC - SwitchGear Company, Mevoco, Deba Facility and Deba Ningbo.
Split-off Femaco
A complete in-house and custom processor of sheet metal and metal bars.
Acquisition Robby
Started in 1974 as a joinery for the food sector, Robby has today become the partner of choice for metal and stainless steel customization, also in combination with other materials such as glass, stone, wood, ...
45 year anniversary
45 years of Deba and innovation in medium voltage. From 1 employee to 200, you could say we've come a long way.... Here's to many more years of success! Thank you to our loyal customers and amazing employees who are part of this inspiring journey.
Founding of Laramno
Welcome to Laramno, your partner for high-quality finishing of large components and surfaces. We offer advanced powder-coating and wet-paint solutions for applications where scale, finish and durability are crucial — from structural elements to technical installations and machine parts.
TriSS, a new identity
In 2026, our Facility department takes on a new name and identity: TriSS. The company offers professional meeting rooms and business spaces in Ghent, Heusden-Zolder and Ciney. TriSS also organises technical training on the safe operation of medium-voltage installations.