Perforation
Maklaus Macro-perforators offer the possibility of making round holes with a diameter from 2 to 100 mm, special holes and pre-cuts of customized shape and size on thicknesses up to 800 microns.

Perfectly integrated into all types of production lines, the Maklaus macro-perforators are based on the action of the hammer that are powered by compressed air and are controlled by a high-performance plc. The hammer beats on a calibrated matrix that can obtain holes from 2 to 100 mm in diameter or shaped holes such as European holes or handle shaped holes for bags. Our years of experience has led us to offer different types of structures, electronics control systems and different type of punching head solutions to satisfy the most varied needs and requests by our customers in terms of performance and budget.
Contact us to find the solution that best suits your needs!
HOLE SHAPES
Maklaus offers a wide range of standard solutions (handle cut holes, European holes, triangle shapes, etc.) suitable for making holes or shaped windows of different shapes and sizes. We realize also special customized shapes


APPLICATIONS
There are many applications for perforated plastic film. Here it is possible to choose the most suitable machine, according to the required applications.
Maklaus will advise and taylor each punching unit, making it suitable to specific production requirements. The result is a punching unit in which each component is specified to cover all applications subsequently required by the customer.
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Flowers and plants packaging |
Punching on bags for flowers and plants | ![]() |
Bags for grapes | Punching on bags for flowers and plants | ![]() |
Banana Bags | Perforated bags for the protection of bananas from insects during cultivation | ![]() |
Film for mushrooms | Perforated bags for the protection of bananas from insects during cultivation | ![]() |
Mulching film | Ground cover film with holes for precise plant placement | ![]() |
APPLICATION | DESCRIPTION | PHOTO |
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Apples Packaging |
Ventilation holes on LDPE bags for the extraction of humidity |
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Hole for straw |
Holes for inserting straws in rigid beverage packages |
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Bags for potatoes |
Ventilation holes on LDPE bags for the extraction of humidity |
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Bags for shells |
Holes for water and gel drainage |
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Film production |
Ventilation holes for fresh vegetables and herbs |
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Cover for wooden boxes |
Perforated sheets for the passage of water |
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Cover for cardboard boxes |
Sheets having a large quantity of holes to leave the product visible |
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Packaging |
Wrapping paper with constant distance punching |
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Film production |
Ventilation holes for fresh vegetables and herbs |
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APPLICATION | DESCRIPTION | PHOTO |
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Bags for toys | Breathable holes to avoid suffocation |
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Retractable film | Breathable holes on thick LDPE film for the protection of pallets |
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Trash bags | Breathable holes on large garbage bags into which 3-4 smaller bags are inserted |
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Thermal insulation |
Anchor holes on polyester sheets for underfloor heating |
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Soil packaging |
Holes for perspiration on LDPE for packing soil |
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Electrical and electronic material packaging |
Holes on foam for ventilation |
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filters |
By perforating breathable material, the waste itself is collected and used as a filter |
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Signs and signals |
Holes for reducing air resistance of signs |
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Handles |
Creation of handles on bags |
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Hole for hanging |
Punching for hanging bags in displays |
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Stand up bags |
Punching to facilitate welding of the stand up base |
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Bags with drawstring closure |
Punching for the accommodation of laces for closing bags |
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Anchored curtains |
Anchor holes usually accompanied by riveting tools |
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Recognition holes |
For marking defective products or any other type of marking |
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COMPLETE YOUR PUNCHING UNIT
It is possible to add additional accessories to the punching units but these items are not strickly related to the functioning of the machine. However, they are highly recommended for a better operation.

ACOUSTIC CAGE
Punching units tend to generate intermittent noise and by fitting an acoustic cage, this will help reduce both noise emissions, while offering futher protection for the punching unit against dirt or other forms of contamination.

TROLLEY
The trolley is reccomended if you will need to move the punching unit. The equipment is made according to the customer's needs and can also include the acoustic cage.