Established in 1908, Seyntex has been making protective clothing for more than a century. During the Second World War our flaxweaving factory in Belgium started to specialize in the manufacturing of canvas for the British Army. In the 1990’s our family-owned company became a forerunner in high-tech fabrics. Today we are globally recognized as an expert and innovator in personal protective clothing and equipment for defence and public and private safety.
KEY FIGURES
From our head office in Aalter, Belgium we supply more than 1.5 million pieces of protective clothing and equipment including combat clothing, sleeping bags, rugsacks, bullet proof jackets, tents to customers that are based in more than 20 countries around the world.
Our international scope and unwavering commitment to sustainability policies mean that we value local production. Our manufacturing plants in Eastern Europe and the Far East comply with the strictest rules to ensure the safety of our people, protect the environment and satisfy our customers.
A worldwide favourite of interior decoration enthusiasts who want to give their interior a magnificent, personal touch by applying a unique range of wall decoration options.
Global market leader in wall decoration
Grandeco Wallfashion Group Belgium is one of the largest producers of wall decoration products in the world. In Tielt – which was once the heart of the Belgian Textile industry – we make our own collections as well as wall decoration products for private labels. This represents a total production of more than 13 million rolls per year. Owing to a number of recent acquisitions our product range continues to grow and expand. We are constantly keeping an eye on the most recent trends, which enables us to consolidate our position as a market leader. Respecting our legacy, we are also committed to supporting a sustainable future.
Grandeco in figures
13. mln
rolls produced in 2021 on 2 engraving lines, 6 engraving/screen printing lines and 1 digital production line. 135 mln
meters produced in 2021, which is more than three times the earth’s circumference. 95 mln
euros turnover in 2021. 88+
distributors in 88+ countries and six sales offices in Belgium, France, Great Britain, Poland, Russia and Germany.
If walls could talk, what tale would they tell?
As a manufacturer, Grandeco offers the full range of services: starting from creative concept to full production and shipping. We provide the best possible service based on your specific requirements.
In-house design all over the world
Our international design team’s imagination knows no bounds. Transforming a creative concept or dream into a stunning decorative wall creation? Check!
Classic or modern, Grandeco’s wall decoration products defy any trend and won’t leave anyone indifferent. Our rich portfolio of different moods, tastes, textures and colours covers every style. Grandeco offers a wide choice of in-house collections. In addition, we also design and make bespoke products for you as retailer and we offer assistance in launching and marketing wall decoration.
Our Brands
Advanced machinery
When our design team’s job is completed, the design they developed takes further shape in our hand samples department and is then transferred to our production preparation department. We have two engraving lines, six engraving/screen printing lines and one digital production line: advanced machinery that makes it possible to give free rein to our creative ideas and our expert technical know-how.
Service and quality
We are known for our excellent service, short delivery times and superior quality. This is certified by the 3S quality of our products and our ISO9001 certificate. It has given us a solid reputation in the international market over the past years.
Sustainability
We are committed to a sustainable future. For instance, we consistently opt for renewable materials, we optimize our energy consumption and we are very serious about clean water and clean air in our production process. Our Eco Deco products are 100% recyclable yet cannot be distinguished from any vinyl wall decoration.
Our future
At Grandeco we are not resting on our laurels. We are constantly thinking about the future. We are looking for new solutions and ways to personalize our wall decoration. Over the years, our range of wall decoration products has been extended with vinyl, murals, 3D panels and ecological wallpaper. In order to respond to the requirements of every end user, we are attentive to what you – our customers – want and the opportunities you see. Our goal is to find advanced solutions to the challenges you present to us.
Huis Maes werd in 1917 opgericht door de familie Maes.
In 1990 werd de zaak na 3 generaties uit handen gegeven en overgenomen door Mej. Natascha Decoutere.
Wat ontstond als kleinschalig verhuurbedrijf van theaterkledij voor de nabije regio, is inmiddels uitgegroeid tot één van de meest toonaangevende Belgische verhuurbedrijven van historische en thematische kledij, dit voor zowel private feestjes, massaspektakels, stoeten, toneel en theater producties.
Recent werden een aantal kostuums van diverse zaken overgenomen.
Zo kochten wij de mooiste kostuums bij de stopzetting van de firma Backstage, gelegen in het centrum van Gent.
In 2011 namen wij de integrale stock kledij en accessoires van Mevr. Anne Tibeau uit Laarne over. Deze bestond vooral uit kledij van na 1930 tot heden, kledij waarover wij vooraf niet beschikten.
Momenteel kunnen wij u een uitgebreid gamma van ca. 35.000 kostuums aanbieden!
Naast het verhuren maken wij meer en meer kostuums en kledingstukken op bestelling voor verkoop.
In samenspraak met de klant worden de stoffen en het model gekozen en gaan wij na akkoord over tot de productie ervan.
Heeft u interesse, aarzel dan niet om ons te contacteren of even langs te komen, liefst na afspraak.
Since our founding in 1988, we have set the strictest standards for ourselves and, thanks to years of experience as a textile manufacturer, we continue to improve our working methods every day. We supply all kinds of innovative textile products to local and international companies in various sectors, all made with the utmost precision and care.
Everyone involved in the development and production of our fabrics lives in our region, which is known for its rich textile history. It is also our challenge to keep the textile heritage alive.
Elanco is a modern family clothing manufacturing company in Aarsele in West Flanders (Belgium). It is the only company of its kind, as it specialises in uniform shirts and blouses. It has developed a unique body of know-how, thanks to continuous technical innovation and the wealth of experience accrued since its foundation in 1945. Manufacturing shirts and blouses is the main activity and every part of the process takes place on their own grounds, which is practically unique in the Benelux.
Everything, from the initial design and the manufacture using high-quality materials from Europe, up until the finishing details and dispatch of the finished clothing, takes place in Elanco’s own buildings in Aarsele. The fact that Elanco has been awarded quality and environmental labels “ISO 9001” and “Öko-tex Standard 100” is proof of their excellent standards. We would like to welcome you to this website and tell you more about our company and its products.
HISTORY
It all began in November 1945 with just one sewing machine in the kitchen of husband and wife team, Florent De Corte and Anna Cobbaut. The company “De Corte-Cobbaut” was born and the clothes bore the brand name “La Samaritaine”. In the early years, the company made so-called “linen ware” an umbrella term that included shirts and pyjamas. It was not long before the first employees were recruited.
In 1948, they moved to a new building at their current location, which has since been expanded several times.
At the end of the 1950s, the company decided to specialise in uniform shirts. The one-man firm, which by then had 25 employees, expanded to become a company with limited liability, and adopted its current name, “Elanco Confectiebedrijven”. Hedwige De Corte took over her parents’ business in 1982, together with her husband, Aimé Haenebalcke. The company continued to thrive and expand both technically and commercially. Elanco Confectiebedrijven became a public limited company in 1989. The firm has been led by their children, Peter and Liesbeth Haenebalcke since 1999. The one-man business of yesteryear now has more than 50 employees who strive to deliver top-quality shirts and blouses every day.
Global market leader in wall decoration
In-house design all over the world
Advanced machinery
Service and quality
Sustainability
our working methods every day. We supply all kinds of innovative textile products to local and international companies in various sectors, all made with the utmost precision and care.
Elanco is a modern family clothing manufacturing company in Aarsele in West Flanders (Belgium). It is the only company of its kind, as it specialises in uniform shirts and blouses. It has developed a unique body of know-how, thanks to continuous technical innovation and the wealth of experience accrued since its foundation in 1945. Manufacturing shirts and blouses is the main activity and every part of the process takes place on their own grounds, which is practically unique in the Benelux.
