FAQ - some frequently asked questions

There are some questions that we do often get and we would like to share those with you. You are also most welcome to pose your questions directly to us through marketing (at) tana.fi.

Where does Tana come from?
Tana Oy is a privately owned Finnish company. Our headquarter are located in the heart of the thousand lakes area, in Vaajakoski Finland.

What does Tana stand for?
The name Tana has its origin in the Finnish word "tanakka" which is often used in the sense of something being robust, reliable and durable. It refers to the modular structure of the Tana machinery and their longevity.

I would like to purchase a Tana landfill compactor and/or Tana Shark shredder. How do I proceed?
Please refer to our global distributor list on Tana dealers and contact the dealer nearest you. If you do not find any information for your country, please contact Tana head quarters at mail (at) tana.fi and our Regional Managers will be in touch with you at first priority.

I am already a happy owner of a Tana machine. Where do I order wear and spare parts from?
Our global dealer network is at your service. Your nearest Tana dealer contact information is available here Tana dealers

How does Tana show social responsibility?
Our operation is guided by high quality requirements which are also extended to our partners. Tana is audited on a regular basis and we hold the ISO9001:2000 certificate.

We donate our season greetings fonds to human relief orgranisations, i.e. Plan International, Unesco and this year to Save the Children. Our premesis are frequentely visited by school and stundent groups and we often have teenagers familiarizing themselves with working life.

How can I apply for a position with Tana?
If you are interested in working for and with us, please contact us through mail (at) tana.fi and your application will be directed to persons concerned. We also welcome students to apply for trainee positions and/or thesis projects.