Our History & Values

More than 40 years working alongside our customers

Created in 1981, OCA blew out its 40 candles in 2021. 1 candle to celebrate our expertise, 1 other for our innovations, then 1 for our know-how, 1 for the improvement of our services… In short, we are proud of our successes, but the most beautiful gift is undoubtedly you! Dear customers, dear partners, dear suppliers, OCA sends you a big thank you.

Your trust and the relationships that bind us are so precious.

Our history in a few key dates

1981

company foundation

1990

development of the industrial laundry sector

1993

development of the automotive sector

1998

development of the surface treatment sector

2001

international development

2013

acquisition of the company by 3 former employees

2014

strong growth in international establishments: Spain, Guadeloupe, UK, Poland, Russia, Brazil…

2015

establishment of a representative in the West Indies and creation of an after-sales service

2017

Establishment of a partnership with a local representative for Poland and Russia

2018

investment for the expansion of our premises (+ 700m² of extension)

2021

change of OCA’s visual identity and development of the commercial hub

Our company values

OCA is based on 5 main values – which can be considered as pillars and DNA of our brand

Innovation

We listen to our customers and their ever-changing needs. OCA continuously develops and improves its products and its offer to be as close as possible to their expectations. R&D, design office… we regularly file patents and a quality control process is also in place to ensure the performance of our solutions.

Transmission

OCA is deeply rooted in its territory. We are an economic player that participates in the development and influence of our region. We trust the driving forces of our territory and we have chosen to invest in young people on a work-study basis in order to teach them the specificities of our profession.

Leader

Anchored in our territory, yes… but with your eyes turned to the whole world! OCA is a key player in our field of activity: air handling. We position ourselves as a leader. Our high standards and adaptability are an integral part of our missions and our business.

Responsibility

Short circuits, eco-responsibility…
Most OCA products are manufactured in France or subcontracted in the region, with particular attention to the origin of the materials.

Corporate responsibility…
OCA develops ergonomic systems to reduce MSDs (musculoskeletal disorders), improve working conditions and reduce arduousness.

Inclusion… OCA is part of an approach to employ disabled workers.

Commitment

Qualité, garantie, suivi et service après-vente, OCA s’engage sur la fiabilité de ses systèmes et la satisfaction client.

Quality, guarantee, follow-up and after-sales service, OCA is committed to the reliability of its systems and customer satisfaction.

SECTORS OF ACTIVITY

Overhead conveyors, automated systems, special machines,
OCA offers a complete range of products dedicated to overhead handling for the following industries :

LAUNDRY

AUTOMOTIVE

FOOD PRODUCTION

INDUSTRIES

SURFACE TREATMENT

LAYOUT