Choosing an industrial perforation solution starts with the material and the function it needs to perform. Packaging films, laminated woven sacks and hygiene materials have different requirements, so the process, tool pattern and production equipment need to be considered together.
Burckhardt of Switzerland AG, based in Basel, develops and manufactures perforating machines and precision pin tools. Its services also include consulting, laboratory trials and contract perforation. This article introduces the main options and outlines the information that can help you discuss a new project.
Start with the application requirements
Before selecting equipment, describe what the perforation should achieve. Is the goal to allow air to pass through a packaging material, create apertures in a nonwoven or produce a particular hole pattern?
A useful project brief includes:
- The material type and thickness.
- The intended use of the finished product.
- The required hole pattern and dimensions, if already defined.
- The working width and production speed.
- Any constraints related to the existing production line.
These details provide a starting point for a technical discussion. Where requirements are still uncertain, material trials can help establish a suitable approach.
Explore hot and cold pin perforation equipment
Burckhardt offers both hot and cold pin perforating equipment. Its machine families include PAB-H for hot perforation, PAB-K for cold perforation, Premium for complex tasks, Hot-Speed for film perforation and B-SMART as an entry-level cold pin perforating unit.
Machine selection should follow the application requirements. A model name alone does not establish whether a system is suitable for a particular material or production line.
Explore Burckhardt perforating machines.
Match the perforating tool to the desired result
The tool configuration is another part of the process. Burckhardt produces precision pin tools with different pin densities, projections and arrangements, including linear and spiral patterns.
The resulting hole dimensions depend on the material, tool design and pin density. Discussing these factors together helps define the requirements for the tool rather than treating hole size as an isolated specification.
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Use laboratory trials to develop the process
For a new application, testing can provide a practical basis for equipment planning. Burckhardt’s development process includes defining targets, preparing a trial setup, running trials under industrial conditions and reviewing the results.
The perforating laboratory offers roll-to-roll perforating and slitting. Samples can be produced using different pin tools and warm or cold processes. Burckhardt also offers pilot runs and contract perforation.
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Where is industrial perforation used?
Burckhardt serves applications in packaging, nonwovens and hygiene, automotive materials, technical textiles and other industrial sectors. Examples include micro-perforated laminated woven sacks, food packaging films, apertured topsheets, breathable backsheets, wipes and automotive seat materials.
The required process depends on the intended function of the material. Explore Burckhardt’s industry applications.
Frequently asked questions
Does Burckhardt supply hot and cold perforating machines?
Yes. Burckhardt’s equipment range includes both hot and cold pin perforating machines and units.
Can perforating tools be customised?
Yes. Different pin arrangements, densities and projections are available to suit the application requirements.
Can a material be tested before selecting equipment?
Yes. Burckhardt offers laboratory trials that can support application development and production equipment planning.
Discuss your perforation project with Burckhardt
Share your material details, intended application and production requirements with the Burckhardt team to discuss suitable tools, trials and equipment.
Burckhardt of Switzerland AG
Pfarrgasse 11, 4057 Basel, Switzerland
Phone: +41 61 638 18 00
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