TECHNiCAL WEAVERS FOR iNDUSTRY + ARCHiTECTURE GKD) WORLD WIDE WEAVE

02 103 TECHNiCAL WEAVERS FOR iNDUSTRY + ARCHiTECTURE We have successfully trodden the path of innovation since 1925. Weaving metal and other materials is our core competence. All over the world, the name of GKD is a byword for pioneering technology, first-class quality, interdisciplinary thinking and creative problem-solving. Our passion for extraordinary solutions makes us the world's leading technical weaving mill for industry and architecture. With a clear focus on demanding niche markets, our medium-sized, owner-managed company has become a globally sought-after development partner, manufacturer...

GKD) WORLD WIDE WEAVE • Product launch of CONDUCTO® • Foundation of GKD Middle East, Dubai • Commissioning of new fine wire weaving • Start of GKD compactfiltration • product launch of max flow compact filtration • Development of weavegeo software tool • Market launch of ceiling systems (silentmesh) • Acquisition of gkd France • Market launch of balustrade systems (SAFEMESH) + roller shutter systems 1999 • Conversion to an AG (public limited company) Foundation of gkd spain product launch of ymax® + ytex® • product launch of MEDIAMESH® + illumesh® • product launch of coloured architectural mesh...

041 05 WOVEN STRUCTURES FOR iNDUSTRiAL APPLiCATiONS SOLIDWEAVE: WE TURN CONCEPTS iN TECHNICAL REALiTIES. GKD SOLIDWEAvE develops and produces precision mesh and filtration systems on the basis of metals, polymers and other high-performance materials. Innovative technologies, creative ideas and the courage to try out new solutions are behind the success of our filtration media in the field of mechanical process engineering. Our understanding of maximum customer benefit is rounded off by fast implementation and cost leadership. As a technological leader, we continuously develop our products in...

TELA mesh PZ-Microdur mesh Candle filter in process-specific design Our filter media are considered especially efficient and economical – regardless of whether they are intended for universally deployable products, components for series manufacturing or complex individual solutions. With our own simulation methods and testing techniques, we integrate these filter media seamlessly into the customer‘s process. – innovative range of materials – precision mesh Our developments are acknowledged across all industries – complex filter systems as standards for many industrial applications. Electronics...

06107 WOVEN PROCESS BELTS FOR iNDUSTRiAL APPLiCATiONS Woven process and conveyor belts from GKD WEAvE IN MOTION are part of a multitude of industrial processes. The latest weaving technologies and our comprehensive process knowledge make us a sought-after manufacturer of metal and plastic process belts. With innovative material combinations and customer-specific pre-assembly processes, we adapt the belt properties to the respective application. This customised product functionality is behind our reputation as a partner for individual process belt solutions. Plastic mesh manufacturing

Bronze/stainless steel mesh V-crimp type belt mesh We work together with machine manufacturers to develop standard modules or special solutions. With expertise across a range of applications, ready-to-install belts and outstanding service, we offer our customers a high degree of added value weave in motion AT A GLANCE from the very first planning phase. – innovative material combinations Our belts are proven in drainage, compression and filtration – leading weaving technology as well as embossing, cooling, freezing and drying, forming – cross-sector expertise and washing applications. Manufacturers...

08|09 Metal mesh for architecture + design creativeweave: We give shape to ideas. GKD CREATIVEWEAVE is synonymous with architectural mesh. For over 20 years, our technologically leading solutions have inspired architects to create pioneering structures all over the world. We have systematically enhanced the visual versatility and functionality of our meshes. Innovative material combinations and holistic system solutions are the key to design freedom and planning reliability. What‘s more, with the development of transparent media facades, we have added a new chapter to the international success...

Long Beach Court Building, USA, Artist: Jennifer Steinkamp. Mesh: Tigris and Mediamesh V4xH4,25 (©GKD/Javier Rivero Diaz) Grid mesh Cable mesh Fastening technology We combine our broad product spectrum and wealth of expertise in our role as a system supplier. We support architects and planners from the initial idea right through to the finished project, all from a single source – with customer-spe- cific individual solutions or our own systems. – inspiring architectural mesh Through complex, seemingly contradictory impressions and – technologically leading solutions properties, our metallic meshes...

10|11 Compact filter + Filter equipment cOMPACTFiltration: We combine competences. GKD CompactFiltration combines our many years of expertise in filter elements with innovative process engineering. With the compact MAXFLOW concept, we have successfully established a new generation of filters for the treatment of coolants and process fluids. The backflushable systems work without filter additives. Three unit types bring about a measurable increase in the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of central processes – in the metalworking industry as well as in many other industrial applications in which...

MAXFLOW belt filter Waste briquettes MAXFLOW filter head MAXFLOW filtration systems can be applied flexibly and can even be subsequently integrated into processes already in place at the customers, thus allowing the capacity of existing central systems to be expanded in a cost-effective way while at the same time saving space. We match each installation precisely to the respective treatment process – from design – compact filtration systems and manufacture right through to implementation. – filter-aid-free filtration – automated backflushing The compact filtration systems with automated backflushing...