Perlen Converting AG is a successful company, based in Switzerland and the USA, and is active in the field of high-tech coating of films. Leading pharmaceutical and medical companies around the world utilise Perlen Converting`s coating know-how and unique innovative strength.
Using state-of-the-art technology, we produce and market a range of blister films - from Mono PVC to high barrier coated films. In addition, we have mastered the manufacturing processes for special anti-counterfeit films and are supplying corresponding products.
As a customer, you can rely on a complete service package, including logistics. Our growing market share is the result of the consequential orientation of our actions, know-how and abilities on five values:
Quality Awareness, Partnership, Innovation, Service orientation and Cost Awareness
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Brand Names and Range: PERLALUX® for blister films, PERLASIC® for siliconised films
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Market Presence: over 50 years
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Group: Chemie & Papier Holding AG, a financially strong group of independent, internationally active companies
Total Quality Management is a conscious commitment and a defining company philosophy for Perlen Converting. It is our permanent goal to match or surpass the high expectations of our customers. To attain this goal we apply all the recognized Qinstruments in a networked closed loop system:
ISO certified processes, process monitoring through customer and supplier audits, manufacturing conditions according to GMP standards, own Drug Master File compliant with FDA regulations, as well as a sophisticated training system for our employees and a regular self-assessment according to EFQM. See the results for yourself: Products of the highest quality and a customer orientated organisation.
Excellent quality is only a true customer benefit if it is available at a reasonable cost. At Perlen Converting we apply a clear benchmark:
“Total Cost of Ownership”.
Potential cost reductions are tapped at all levels and in every process step.
Your benefits are:
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reduced product costs from our investment in equipment and continual process optimisation
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reduced system costs from a perfected running performance of our films on your equipment
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reduced quality costs from our testing and release procedures with comprehensive documentation
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reduced risk costs from increased product security when using our innovations in the high barrier film segment
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reduced storage costs from short lead-times and JIT
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reduced administration costs from the integration of our resources in your purchasing process
A partnership with the customer allows Perlen Converting to get an exact understanding of application requirements and to recognise development potential. From there, we can develop intelligent, forward-looking and cost-efficient practical solutions. Under the term partnership, we also recognise a mutual contribution to success.
Our close cooperation on the technology and product development levels are based on this idea – whether it is from a scientific, material technology or business point of view.
Perlen Converting has always seen it`s employees in Switzerland and the USA as partners. Our model of partnership is only complete when a dynamic, target-orientated cooperation exists on all levels – customers, suppliers, development partners and co-workers.
A model, which greatly influences our innovation-driven corporate structure and, therefore, supports our status as a global leader for barrier films.
Development
The market innovation PERLALUX®-Identity is the latest proof of the innovative power of Perlen Converting. For the first time, a thermo-formable film is using elements for the anti-counterfeit packaging of drugs.
Continuous optimisation of barrier properties, ongoing improvement of PVdC dispersions and multi-coating technology - these are the engine and method behind our ability to stay at the front. We have also always found ways to develop more cost-effective products whilst maintaining the material performance.
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2005: PERLALUX®-Identity: Anti-Counterfeiting features in deep-drawn blister packs, with undiminished barrier properties
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2002: PERLALUX®-Generex: the cost-effective alternative thanks to optimised PVdC coating.
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1997: PERLALUX®-Starflex: equipped with the highest barrier properties for best water vapour values
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1995: Installation of “Explorer” and revolution of coating Technology
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1985: The pioneer development of PERLALUX®-Tristar. High barrier film, good flexibility and thermo-formability
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1970: PERLALUX®-Duplex: first ever coating of PVC with PVdC. Groundbreaking for the pharma packaging market
In line with the philosophy of Total Quality Management, we also make use of the potential of modern concepts in the areas of service and logistics.
This results in measurable customer benefits, such as unmatched short lead-times or product traceability over 10 years. An optimised stock and material flow, as well as harmonised, international transport arrangements is further standards that you can rely upon.
“Good logistics is the sum of cleverly solved details” - try out Perlen Converting`s solutions.
With our two production sites and our dense worldwide network of agents, Perlen Converting can guarantee a global market presence. Lead-time of maximum 2 weeks for standard qualities are possible through:
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stock of standard qualities in mother reels
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availability of sufficient slitting capacity with high performance machines in Switzerland and the USA
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establishment of a slitting and logistic centre with appropriate service level in the USA
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use of latest slitting technology, such as automatic knife setting, laser controlled core positioning, automatic reel doffing and camera inspection
