Our history
Tacco international is very proud of its two internationally recognized brands, Tacco, historically a German brand, and Débé, historically a Belgian brand. But is also the house producer for 86 international brands using more than 300 different material combinations. Thus, each year, over 15 million pairs of insoles leave for customers all over the world.
These worldwide customers have chosen Tacco International because of the use of the highest quality materials such as vegetable tanned leather, latex, and cotton sourced through European suppliers, combined with product traceability and customer service second to none.
Our young and creative team is ready to take the know-how of several generations into the future.
Timeline
1952 The Creation
Débé, a Belgian brand, is created by Josef de Beukelaer.
1963 Tacco is formed
Tacco, a German brand is created with only a single product. At that time, the heel bracket Tacco slip, became our legendary invention.
2012 Investment in the future
Investment in automation and traceability of various stages of production.
2020 A new chapter
Tacco, the German brand, was acquired by ALMA F.R.C., a world leader in shoe care products, thus giving rise to a new entity: 'Tacco International', which brings together the Tacco and Débé brands.
2021 "Made in Belgium"
Tacco International’s products continue to be manufactured in Deurne, the second largest district in the municipality of Antwerp in Belgium.
Present day
Tacco team develops and produces the range of insoles and shoe care products with the same passion as they did in the beginning.
Our expertise
Tradition & innovation
Tacco has more than 60 years of expertise in insoles, shoe care and shoe accessories. Our in-house production team averages 20 years manufacturing experience within the company.
We aim to source local and European products and materials which is only approved after on-site visit to suppliers. The Tacco team is constantly examining and testing innovative materials and production methods.
Worldwide presence
The Tacco brand is renowned for technical innovations and high quality products. Tacco Insoles are highly distinguished and are exported to over 42 countries.
Our unequalled experience and our commitment to satisfy the most demanding clients, enables us to partner with the worlds most prestigious brands.
Commitment to sustainability
Our parent company ALMA F.R.C. is committed to creating an environmentally sustainable business model. We are committed to ensuring that Tacco Insoles are durable and provide optimum comfort. We continually seek to reduce our environmental impact by replacing all our plastic packaging with cardboard.
Sustainable, close to nature and of the highest quality, we use mainly natural materials in keeping with the latest trends. We also use modern, high-tech materials and techniques.