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Perforated Paper
Precision Perforated Papers, Engineered for Industrial and Scientific Applications
If your production process depends on reliable airflow, liquid absorption, controlled tearing, or separation, EMI Specialty Papers delivers industrial perforated paper that performs under pressure. We work with engineers, operations managers, lab technicians, and manufacturers who need specialty paper that meets exact specifications — no surprises, no delays.
For over 50 years, we’ve supplied custom perforated paper to support filtration systems, lab testing procedures, vented packaging, and component manufacturing. Whether you need micro perforations for airflow or tight-tolerance patterns for critical performance, our in-house team delivers what your operation demands.
From blotting paper and absorbent grades to air freshener substrates and non-silicone liners, our converting facility is built to handle scale, speed, and precision.
Why Teams Choose EMI for Perforated Paper
- Consistent quality: Tight tolerances and clean perforations, sheet after sheet, roll after roll
- Custom fit: Micro to 3/8″ holes, round or square, straight-line or staggered, with or without borders
- Versatile processing: Roll-to-roll, roll-to-sheet, slitting, die cutting, and sheeting — all in-house
- Flexible materials: Paper, paperboard, foils, laminates, films, and nonwovens
- Fast lead times: U.S.-based converting with responsive service and reliable turnaround
Our Perforated Paper Capabilities:
- Hole size from micro to 0.040″ to 3/8″.
- Straight sheet line or staggered pattern.
- With or without border.
- Perforated Paper with overall holes.
- Custom patterns.
- Micro Perforated Paper with very small holes.
- High Speed Rotary Perforating for repeat pattern projects.
- Progressive Blanking Perforating including custom tight tolerance perforating for intricate patterns.
- Perforated Paper with Custom Hole Perforating as well as round or square holes.
- Perforate Roll to Roll or roll to sheets, slitting, sheeting or die cutting.
- Perforating of Nonwovens as well as films, foils, laminates and foams, many in stock.
- We do not make perforated business or personal forms used in personal printers.
- Perforated paper filter outer wraps, filter shells.
Multiple hole patterns are also available for perforated paper, paperboard, plastic and nonwovens. Starting with roll to roll (we take a roll, perforate it and roll it back up), also roll to sheets, we can also perforate from sheets.
Micro Perforated Paper Applications
Our micro perforated papers serve diverse scientific applications:
- Laboratory filtration
- Scientific testing
- Research processes
- Industrial filtration
- Analytical procedures
- Quality control testing
Material Options
We process multiple substrates:
- Premium-grade papers
- Technical paperboards
- Nonwovens
- Films and foils
- Laminates
- Specialty materials
Production Flexibility
- Custom hole sizes and patterns
- Precise border control
- Overall perforation coverage
- Specific pattern development
- Roll or sheet format
- Multiple width options
Technical Specifications
- Hole size range: micro to 3/8″
- Pattern options: straight line or staggered
- Border options: with or without
- Processing: roll-to-roll, roll-to-sheet
- Additional services: slitting, sheeting, die cutting
Additional Perforated Paper Services We Offer:
- Unlimited hole patterns
- Sheeting and die cutting services
- Engineering and design services
- Laser perforated paper
- Perforated paper sheets
- Micro perforated paper stock and much more
- Paper filter shells and filter outer wraps
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you match an existing perforated sample we use?
Yes. Send us your sample and we can replicate the hole size, spacing, material, and finish to match your specs.
What materials do you offer for perforation?
We work with papers, paperboards, nonwovens, laminates, films, and foils. If you don’t see your material listed, contact us — we may be able to source or process it.
How small are your micro perforations?
We can create holes as small as 0.040″ or even finer, with metric options available.
Do you offer short production runs or prototypes?
Yes. We support both large-volume orders and short-run specialty projects with quick turnaround.
Where is your perforation work done?
All perforating and converting is done in-house at our U.S. facility to ensure consistent quality and fast lead times.
What is industrial perforated paper?
Note: EMI Papers specializes in industrial and scientific micro perforated paper. We do not produce perforated business forms or consumer products like paper statements, invoices, event tickets, coupons, or booklets. The custom perforated paper we offer at EMI Specialty Papers is designed for industrial processes and procedures. We can deliver customized perforated paper at bulk scale: whether your specifications require engineering and design, laser perforations, complex hole patterns, or custom sheeting and cutting.
Contact our technical team to discuss your micro perforated paper requirements or request a quote for your specific application.