The Story of Omnimesh

A fascinating journey of generations, innovation, and expertise has brought Omnimesh to where it stands today.

In 1878, the seed of this company was planted by the De Coster family.

Originally known as ‘Usines De Coster’, it grew into a well-known name during the era of Belgian Congo. The production of mosquito netting was very important, and the netting was shipped in full containers. A single engine and dozens of looms worked in shifts to meet the demand.

Over time, especially with the rise of synthetic mosquito netting, new challenges had to be found.

Usines De Coster needed to evolve to stay relevant, a process that did not always go smoothly.

In the 1990s, the company left the family’s hands for the first time and underwent a transformation into ‘De Coster Manufacturing’. It remained located at the Nijverheidskaai in Sint-Amandsberg.

In 2003, the new owners took over the company: Engineer Johan Verbeken and business psychologist Gigi Van den Borre.

This shift brought not only a new vision but also a new location. The industrial building in Lokeren was constructed to accommodate Omnimesh’s growth. Along with this move came a new name, and thus the company was renamed to the current Omnimesh.

With the knowledge of past decades in its back pocket, Omnimesh embraced the opportunities of modern times. The company expanded its offerings into three categories: metal mesh and grids, industrial filters made from this mesh, and architectural products that play a role in contemporary architecture.

It is a story of continuous growth, adaptation, and dedication to quality and innovation.

Omnimesh remains true to its heritage while still looking to the future.