Insights & news
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News
Get up-to-date with Gekatex Group and the latest industry news and events
Gekatex Group and CCI vK GmbH & Co. KG forge partnership to advance cleanroom technologies in Germany and Austria
The new collaboration between Gekatex Group and CCI will focus on the development and distribution of innovative new cleanroom products including wipes, swabs and mops in Germany and Austria
Gekatex Group joins GIFAS
GIFAS is the French aerospace industries association, with more than 400 members – the organisation offers huge potential for collaboration and new product development.
Gekatex Group announces membership of the NCC
Gekatex is pleased to join the National Composites Centre (NCC), the UK’s centre of excellence for composite research and development.
Insights
The latest knowledge and insights from our team of experts
Gekamicro R360: high-performance wipe engineered from recycled fibre
Our new Gekamicro R360 is a breakthrough in sustainable technical wipes, engineered from a blend of polyamide and 100% recycled polyester. It marks the launch of our low-impact R3 range, designed to support a more responsible way forwards
Understanding the complexity of engineered composite manufacturing
Gekatex recognise the complexity of composite development - our technical wiping and surface correcting solutions contribute to simpler and more efficient engineering and manufacturing of these materials.
Dual action pads: what hole configuration is right for my application?
Dual action (DA) pads have different hole configurations developed to ensure dust extraction - read our insight to find out more about why pads are manufactured with holes
Common challenges in technical wiping… And how to solve them!
We asked our experts for some advice on the common issues you might encounter with technical wiping products – and how to resolve them!
Common challenges in grinding and sanding… And how to solve them!
We asked our experts for some advice on the common issues you might encounter with grinding products – and how to resolve them!
Common challenges in polishing… And how to solve them!
We asked our experts for some advice on the common issues you might encounter with polishing products – and how to resolve them!
Preparing plastic for painting or bonding – what is flame and plasma treatment?
Preparing plastic for painting or bonding – what is flame and plasma treatment?
Our products are perfect for identifying contamination, degreasing surfaces and removing particles ahead of treatment.
Why internationally recognised cleanroom standards matter
The cleanroom industry is controlled by international standards and certifications that govern environmental cleanliness – to operate successfully in the sector, understanding and conforming to these regulations is critical. Our Q+ cleanroom wipes, robot covers, face masks, and protection products help to secure clean environments to the relevant standards.
Events
Find out more about where we are going to be and what is in our calendar
Gekatex at JEC World 2025
Paris-Nord, Villepinte - Hall 6, Stand 24 March 4, 2025 - March 6, 2025Gekatex will be at JEC World, the leading international composite show from March 4-6, 2025 - come meet us at Hall 6, Stand 24 where we are exhibiting in partnership with Bodo Möller Chemie
Gekatex at LOUNGES Cleanroom Processes 2025
Karlsruhe, Germany - Stands - H3.1 / H3.2 March 25, 2025 - March 27, 2025Gekatex will be exhibiting at LOUNGES, Karlsruhe in collaboration with CCI vK GmbH & Co. KG, the key event for the European cleanroom and process technology industry from 25-27 March 2025 – come visit us at stands H3.1/H3.2
Gekatex at SURCAR Cannes – France 2025
Cannes, France - Location 12 June 25, 2025 - June 26, 2025Join Gekatex in celebrating six decades of innovation in automotive paint and surface treatment at SURCAR European Congress 2025 - from 25-26 June
Gekatex at SURCAR Detroit – USA 2025
Detroit, USA June 11, 2025 - June 12, 2025Gekatex will be exhibiting at SURCAR American Congress - the premier event dedicated to the automotive paintshop and surface treatment industry in North America, from 11-12 June
Gekatex at Surcar Shanghai – China 2024
September 24, 2024 - September 25, 2024Gekatex will be exhibiting at Surcar Shanghai – China 2024, the international event for key players in the Asian automotive industry - from 24-25 September
Gekatex at Surfair 24th Congress 2024
Biarritz, France September 24, 2024 - September 26, 2024Gekatex will be exhibiting at Surfair 2024, the international event for key players in the aeronautic surface finishing industry - from 24-26 September
Gekatex at Automechanika 2024
Frankfurt, Germany - Hall 11.1 - Stand A04 September 10, 2024 - September 14, 2024Gekatex will be exhibiting at Automechanika 2024, the world's leading trade fair for the automotive aftermarket industry, from 10-14 June 2024 - come visit us in hall 11.1 at stand A04
Gekatex at PaintExpo 2024
Karlsruhe, Germany - Stand 2313 April 9, 2024 - April 12, 2024Gekatex will be exhibiting at PaintExpo 2024, the world's leading trade fair for industrial coating technology, from 9-11 April 2024 - come visit us at stand 2313