Geca - Tapes
Electrical wires and optical fibers
Company Overview
Geca Tapes, established in 1986, operates as a leading supplier of nonwoven and woven swellable tapes and yarns, primarily serving the global cable industry. Based in Bailleul, France, the company maintains complete control over its manufacturing and quality processes, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and dedicated research and development facilities. Geca Tapes is recognized as a trusted supplier and an innovative partner, committed to providing superior, customised solutions. The company is part of Magnera, a global leader in specialty materials, leveraging a broad platform of manufacturing facilities worldwide.
Products and Solutions
The core offering from Geca Tapes includes a comprehensive range of water blocking solutions designed for various cable types. These encompass non-conductive and semi-conductive swellable tapes and yarns, along with bedding, binding, and barrier tapes. Key product features include ultra-thin materials with rapid swelling speeds, excellent gel strength, and proven long-term stability. The company provides specialized tapes such as Film Laminated Water Blocking Tapes (e.g., FreeSwell polyester tape), TopSwell polyester tapes, and marine-grade options specifically engineered for high-performance water blocking in saline conditions and harsh subsea environments. Geca Tapes also offers advanced spooling solutions, enabling up to 29km of material per spool to optimize cable production efficiency.
Industry Applications and Expertise
Geca Tapes' solutions cater to a broad spectrum of industries and applications. These include medium, high, and extra high voltage power cables, ensuring robust water blocking capabilities. Their materials are also vital for protecting fibre optic cables across diverse designs and environments. Furthermore, the company provides specialty cable solutions for demanding markets such as automotive, robotic, industrial, and railway industries, as well as control and data cables. Geca Tapes' technical staff offers valuable cable development assistance, including suggestions for tapes, yarns, binders, and support with experimental designs to determine cost-effective water blocking methods.
Competitive Advantages
With over three decades of experience, Geca Tapes differentiates itself through its deep industry understanding and commitment to quality and service. The company's in-house capabilities, spanning nonwoven production, impregnation, coating, inspection, and slitting, ensure high-quality output and quick responsiveness to market demands. Its strategic location in France, coupled with a global footprint through the Magnera group, positions Geca Tapes to meet the demands of customers worldwide with value-driven and innovative engineered materials.
