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1880
The establishment of the first foundry “Gatti Francesco and Sons” in Peveranza di Cairate (Va)
1940-1945
Stop: II World War.
1946
The establishment of the foundry “Gatti” in Cassano Magnago (Va)
1975
Change is in the air, the clothes of the Fonderia Gatti are modernized and the company name changed: the foundry GEA is founded.
The modern history begins. The headquarter remains in Cassano Magnago (Va).
1980
Construction of the first hall and move to Castelseprio (Va); the corporate purpose was “Gravity casting of aluminum and brass”.
1990
Debut of the first diecasting machine, GEA starts another, innovative, new way.
Construction of the second production hall.
2000
Debut of the second diecasting machine of 500 TON fully automatic with latest generation robot providing customers with a 360° process solutions.
2003
Construction of the third hall to giving plenty of room to stretch out in the office and a largest warehouse able to satisfy the most demanding requests.
2013
As a third generation starts working in the company, Andrea e Dario lead a new energy.
The asset of GEA wears a new dress, modern in step with the times.
2018
Acquisition of a branch of historic company “Fonderia Fazzini” founded in 1947.
Begins an union of traditions, energy and passion which project GEA to be an undisputed leader in the production and commerce of aluminium flanges.
2019
Construction of the fourth hall in perspective to modernize the production dedicated to technology and the industry 4.0.