Guillotine Blades for Packaging Equipment
Industrial Guillotine Blades for Packaging
Inter-Tech Supplies is a trusted guillotine blades manufacturer providing precision-engineered guillotine blades, guillotine knives, and guillotine knife assemblies for packaging equipment. Our blades are designed to meet the cutting demands of packaging, converting, food processing, and other industrial operations where clean cuts and reliability are essential.
We manufacture industrial guillotine blades, EZ Open knives, and form fill and seal knives for packaging machinery where clean cuts, repeatability, and reliability are critical. Whether you need notched or unnotched guillotine blades or specialized EZ open knives, you can find the right blade in our online catalog. Simply search by product number or blade length for a quick match.
Guillotine Knives and Knife Assemblies
In addition to individual blades, we supply complete guillotine knife assemblies engineered for packaging applications. These assemblies ensure proper blade alignment, consistent cutting force, and smooth machine operation. At Inter-Tech Supplies, we provide tooling fabrication and repair services to ensure your cutting units are efficient in your packaging equipment.
Our guillotine knives are compatible with a wide range of packaging equipment and can be manufactured as direct replacements or custom solutions based on machine requirements.
Precision-Manufactured Guillotine Blades & EZ Open Knives
In the packaging industry, precision cutting is essential to ensure clean, consistent results that meet the demands of various applications. Two common types of cutting tools used in this field are guillotine blades and EZ Open knives. Each serves distinct purposes and is tailored to specific packaging needs. Below you can find and learn about the differences between the two blade types.
Guillotine Blades
- Designed for straight, clean cuts through various materials
- Cut Films, Foils, and other packaging substrates
- Cut in a downward motion for precise cuts across wide strips/sheets
- Ideal for applications requiring high accuracy and consistency
- Valued in the food and medical packaging industries
EZ Open Knives
- Specialized for creating easy-to-open features in packaging
- Produce perforated or partial cuts
- Allow customers to easily tear open the product and package
- Crucial in consumer-facing products where convenience is valued
- Commonly used in snack packaging and pet food bags, where consumer-friendly access is needed
Guillotine Blade Replacements and Custom Manufacturing
While we offer a full range of premade guillotine blades in our online catalog, we also offer guillotine blade replacements for existing machinery, whether matching OEM specifications or improving upon original designs. As an experienced packaging blade supplier, we work from drawings, samples, or application details to deliver accurate replacements. With our in-house laser cutting services, we can provide quick turnaround times for your packaging machinery.
Fill out our custom blade request form or send us a sample to get started with a free quote.
FAQ: Commonly Asked Questions with Answers
What are Guillotine Blades used for? What are EZ Open Knives used for?
Guillotine blades are used for straight, clean cuts in packaging, paper, plastic film, and other materials. Guillotine blades are used in a wide variety of packaging machines and equipment and are vital for packaging efficiency.
EZ Open knives are specially designed to score or perforate packaging for easy opening packages, most commonly used in consumer goods and food packaging.
What makes an EZ Open Knife different?
EZ open knives are designed to score or partially cut packaging materials, making them easier for consumers to open without compromising product integrity.
What are Guillotine Blades made from?
We can make guillotine blades from mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and copper using our in-house laser cutter.
Can you replace Guillotine Blades?
Yes, we offer replacement guillotine blades for your packaging equipment whenever your current blade becomes dull. We recommend ordering multiple guillotine blades at once to avoid downtimes.
Can I request a custom-sized Guillotine Blade?
Absolutely. We laser cut blades in-house to meet your exact specifications. Just fill out this form and we’ll take care of the rest.
What do blades and notches have in common?
Blades and notches both control how materials are cut and separated in packaging applications. In guillotine blades, notches help guide tearing or opening behavior, while the blade provides the cutting force for clean, consistent cuts.
Where can I buy guillotine blades for heavy-duty use?
Heavy-duty guillotine blades are available from specialized guillotine blades manufacturers and packaging blade suppliers that produce industrial-grade blades for continuous packaging operations.
What are the different types of guillotine blades available?
Guillotine blades are available in straight-edge, notched, serrated, EZ-open, and custom configurations, as well as complete guillotine knife assemblies designed for specific packaging applications.