Binder Magnetic
Binder Magnetic is a French B2B industrial manufacturer and subsidiary of BRECO Group, specializing in polyurethane toothed belts, toothed pulleys, electromagnets, and electric actuators for verticals including agri-food, medical, automotive, rail, energy, building, and waterway infrastructure.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1971
- HeadquartersGennevilliers, France
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Binder Magnetic does
Binder Magnetic, founded in Paris in 1971 and headquartered in Gennevilliers, France, is a B2B industrial manufacturer and distributor specializing in polyurethane toothed belt transmission technology and complementary electromagnetic components. The company operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of BRECO Group — the inventor of extruded polyurethane belts — since 1995, and runs a production facility in Saint Jean de Braye with 30 machining specialists and a modern CNC machine park. Its product portfolio spans three categories: synchronous transmissions (linear belts, conveyor belts, power belts, and toothed pulleys manufactured at a rate of 40,000 per year); electromagnetic transmissions (solenoids, holding magnets, brakes, clutches); and electric actuators for industrial, building automation, and waterway infrastructure applications.
The company serves seven primary verticals — agri-food, medical equipment, automotive, rail transport, electrical energy, building/sunlight protection, and waterway infrastructure — with proprietary innovations including the ATN modular belt system (2000), BRECOprotect food-grade belt (2012), and REDEX thermoplastic coating (2022). Its revenue model combines stock-product distribution of BRECO- and CONTITECH-branded belts with rapid customization services and bespoke engineering for demanding applications such as actuators capable of moving loads exceeding 150 tonnes in dam and lock infrastructure. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales, executed through 25 technical and commercial specialists providing on-site consultation, supported by 5 regional agencies in France, an e-commerce storefront, and exclusive distribution partnerships with ELERO (actuators), NAFSA (electromagnetics), ADE (waterway), and KENDRION (brakes).
Binder Magnetic employs 63 people in France and is part of BRECO Group's approximately 450-employee European and U.S. workforce. The company holds ISO 9001:2015, REACH, RoHS, and FDA-compliance certifications for its food-grade products, and has earned two consecutive EcoVadis Bronze Medals (2025, 2026) with an improving score from 64 to 68 points. No revenue, funding, or detailed customer concentration figures are publicly disclosed.
Binder Magnetic firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Binder Magnetic
- Legal name
- Binder Magnetic
- Website
- https://binder-magnetic.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1971
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Binder Magnetic is a French B2B industrial manufacturer and subsidiary of BRECO Group, specializing in polyurethane toothed belts, toothed pulleys, electromagnets, and electric actuators for verticals including agri-food, medical, automotive, rail, energy, building, and waterway infrastructure.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Binder Magnetic industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Power Transmission Components
- NAICS
- Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220), Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Screw Machine Products (3451), Fabricated Rubber Products, Nec (3060)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Brakes, Clutches & Couplings (Electromagnetic Brakes, Torque Limiters) (IMAGACAK)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Bulk Material Handling Systems (Belt Conveyors, Feeders, Stackers, Reclaimers) (IMAHABAH)
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Where Binder Magnetic is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Gennevilliers
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Binder Magnetic business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Standard Products Sales: Sale of stock products including timing belts, pulleys, solenoids, brakes, and electric actuators from proprietary and partner brands
- Customization Services: Rapid customization of standard products based on main standards, including belt coatings, machining, and custom configurations
- Custom Development: Innovative developments based on customer specifications for bespoke projects, particularly for demanding applications like waterway actuators exceeding 150 tonnes
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Binder Magnetic product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Binder Magnetic is a French industrial manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and distributes polyurethane toothed belts, precision-machined pulleys, electromagnets, electromagnetic brakes and clutches, electric linear actuators, and complete conveyor systems. Its offering covers three transmission families (synchronous belt drives, electromagnetic components, and electromechanical actuators) sold primarily to industrial OEMs and integrators across France and internationally, supported by customization, bespoke development, and a 24-hour emergency repair service.
Product overview
Binder Magnetic is a French industrial manufacturer specializing in transmission technologies based on toothed belts. The product portfolio centers on three core categories: (1) Synchronous Transmissions including linear belts, conveyor belts, and power belts (BRECO, CONTI, Synchroflex brands), complemented by manufactured toothed pulleys; (2) Electromagnetic Transmissions encompassing solenoids/electromagnets, holding magnets/suction cups, brakes/clutches, and vibrators; (3) Electric Actuators covering standard industrial models, waterway/river applications, and custom specifications. The offering is supported by accessories (tension plates, coatings, rollers, hubs), online configurators (Mulco Belt-Pilot), and conveyor systems. The company operates as a subsidiary of BRECO Group with manufacturing in Saint Jean de Braye, France.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Linear Belts (Courroies linéaires) Polyurethane timing belts for linear motion applications, including the BRECO family (Move, Protect, Performance, Standard, Self-guided, Basic, Flat) and CONTI Synchrodrive and Polyflat variants, in multiple pitches. Designed for industrial OEMs and integrators requiring precise linear movement.
- Conveyor Belts (Courroies de convoyage) Belts designed for conveyor transport applications with various junction methods (welding, PinLock, QuickLock), including the BRECOprotect food-grade family and the ATN endless conveyor belt system. Used in food processing, packaging, and industrial conveyor lines.
- Power Belts (Courroies de puissance)
Quantifiable outcome
- 40,000 toothed pulleys manufactured annually
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Binder Magnetic
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Binder Magnetic technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature6 records
Binder Magnetic partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- NAFSAflagshipExclusive partnership in France since 2014 to complete Binder Magnetic's range of electromagnetic products including holding magnets and related components.
- ELEROflagshipExclusive partnership in France since 2004 to complete Binder Magnetic's range of electric actuators/rams. ELERO provides actuators for industrial and building automation applications.
- MULCOcoreEuropean Economic Interest Group (EEIG) in power transmission. Binder Magnetic was one of the pioneers of this group, providing standardization and shared expertise in timing belt technology across European manufacturers.
- BRECO GroupcoreBRECO Group is the parent company and inventor of extruded polyurethane belts. Binder Magnetic became a subsidiary in 1995, benefiting from the strength of an international group with 450 employees across Europe and USA. This partnership provides access to R&D innovation and comprehensive product portfolio.
- ADEflagshipGerman partner since 1992 for waterway applications. ADE provides electromechanical actuators for dams, weirs, locks, bridges, and flood gates. Binder Magnetic distributes these products and has developed custom solutions for fluvial applications capable of pushing/pulling loads over 150 tonnes.
- KENDRIONminorEuropean supplier of electromagnetic brakes referenced for industrial applications. Products available through Binder Magnetic distribution.
- CONTITECHminorLeading European manufacturer of polyurethane and rubber toothed belts. Binder Magnetic distributes CONTITECH Synchrodrive, Synchrochain, Synchroforce, and Synchrotwin belt product lines.
- RACOminorReferenced as exclusive partnership for certain product ranges in the English website version.
- VetterminorGerman manufacturer of mini-conveyors. Binder Magnetic distributes Vetter conveyor products.
- ARTEMAminorFrench mechatronics industry association. Binder Magnetic participates in this professional organization which supports quality standards and industry expertise.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Binder Magnetic competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Habasit: Swiss-headquartered specialist in fabric and plastic conveyor belts, power transmission belts, and timing belts serving food, packaging, material handling and textile industries. Closely comparable in product breadth (belts + accessories) and regulated-vertical customer mix.
- PIX Transmissions: Indian manufacturer of power transmission belts, pulleys, and timing belts serving industrial OEMs globally. Comparable product family (V-belts, timing belts, pulleys) and similar B2B distribution model through industrial channel partners.
- Optibelt: German manufacturer of timing belts, V-belts, and power transmission components with comparable focus on polyurethane and rubber belts for industrial OEMs. Similar mid-sized specialty manufacturer profile targeting machine builders in Europe.
- Megadyne (Ammega Group): Italian manufacturer of polyurethane timing belts, conveyor belts, and power transmission belts with overlapping product families (linear, conveyor, power) and similar target customers in food, packaging, and logistics. Directly competes with Binder Magnetic's BRECO and CONTI-sourced belt portfolio across Europe.
- Kendrion: Dutch electromagnetic actuator specialist producing electromagnetic brakes, clutches, solenoids and holding magnets for industrial automation. Both a supplier to Binder Magnetic's distribution portfolio and a direct competitor in electromagnetic motion components.
- Bando Chemical Industries: Japanese manufacturer of power transmission belts (timing, V, multi-rib) and conveying belts used in industrial automation, electronics and automotive. Comparable product portfolio in toothed timing belts and similar OEM-channel business model.
- Thomson Industries: Manufacturer of linear motion components including electric linear actuators, lead screws and motion controls serving industrial automation and medical equipment markets. Comparable product family to Binder Magnetic's electric actuator range, including heavy-duty and custom configurations.
Broad incumbents
- Continental ContiTech: Industrial rubber and polymer products division of Continental AG, producing timing belts, conveyor belts, and elastomer products. Binder Magnetic distributes ContiTech Synchrodrive/Synchrochain/Synchroforce/Synchrotwin lines, making it both an upstream supplier and a broad-portfolio competitor.
- Gates Industrial: US-headquartered global leader in power transmission belts, hose, and fluid power solutions with a portfolio spanning automotive and industrial markets. Compares as a much larger incumbent with overlapping timing-belt and belt-drive products sold through industrial distribution.
- Tsubaki: Japanese manufacturer of power transmission products including chains, sprockets, timing belts, and linear actuators. Comparable motion-control portfolio and global industrial OEM customer base.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
Binder Magnetic financial estimates
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Binder Magnetic leadership team
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Binder Magnetic funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Binder Magnetic M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Binder Magnetic
What does Binder Magnetic do?
Binder Magnetic is a French industrial manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and distributes polyurethane toothed belts, precision-machined pulleys, electromagnets, electromagnetic brakes and clutches, electric linear actuators, and complete conveyor systems. Its offering covers three transmission families (synchronous belt drives, electromagnetic components, and electromechanical actuators) sold primarily to industrial OEMs and integrators across France and internationally, supported by customization, bespoke development, and a 24-hour emergency repair service.
Is Binder Magnetic a public or private company?
Binder Magnetic is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Binder Magnetic founded?
Binder Magnetic was founded in 1971. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Binder Magnetic based?
Binder Magnetic is headquartered in Gennevilliers, France, in the Europe region.
How does Binder Magnetic make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Standard Products Sales are the primary driver. The others are customization Services and custom Development.
Who are Binder Magnetic's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Habasit, PIX Transmissions, Optibelt, Megadyne (Ammega Group), Kendrion, Bando Chemical Industries and Thomson Industries. Broad incumbents are Continental ContiTech, Gates Industrial and Tsubaki.
Does Binder Magnetic have an API?
No public API is recorded for Binder Magnetic.
What industry is Binder Magnetic in?
Binder Magnetic's product category is Industrial Power Transmission Components. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGACAK, Brakes, Clutches & Couplings (Electromagnetic Brakes, Torque Limiters), with a secondary code of IMAHABAH, Bulk Material Handling Systems (Belt Conveyors, Feeders, Stackers, Reclaimers). Its NAICS code is 326220 and its SIC code is 3559.