Swiss specialist in micro, macro and nano engraving as well as embossing rollers and embossing systems for international industrial markets.
Boegli-Gravures SA
Marin-Epagnier (CH)New on Amplifa
About Boegli-Gravures
Boegli-Gravures SA is a family-owned Swiss company founded in 1955, headquartered in Marin-Epagnier (Canton of Neuchâtel) and specialized in high-precision engraving and embossing technologies. The company develops and manufactures embossing rollers and embossing systems across three orders of magnitude: macro engraving (Vividus), micro engraving (Midas) with feature sizes of approx. 10 µm, and seamless nano engraving in diamond-like coated rollers (Iris). Materials processed include papers (including tipping paper, white, biodegradable, recyclable and barrier papers), polymer and thin-metal films, injection-molded plastic parts and synthetic leather. The solutions serve product personalization, surface functionalization and authentication, and are used among others in the tobacco industry, in packaging and pharmaceuticals, in the automotive and aerospace industries, for securities and in digital printing. In addition to systems and rollers, Boegli-Gravures offers consulting services with design optimization and sample manufacturing, and positions itself as an OEM supplier with systems implemented worldwide.
- Site
- Marin-Epagnier
- Processes
- Macro Engraving / Macro Embossing (Vividus Embossing System), Micro Engraving / Micro Embossing (Midas Technology), Nano Engraving / Nano Embossing (Iris Technology, seamless in diamond-like coated rollers), Embossing of tipping paper incl. inline embossing unit for OEM systems, Diamond-like Coating of engraving rollers for scratch resistance and ..., Design optimization and consulting for embossing solutions (Consulting Service), Sample manufacturing with consulting-service rollers and handcrafted samples (Sample Manufacturing), Manufacture of precision embossing and printing machines and embossing rollers (development,
- Materials
- Paper (incl. cigarette/tipping paper, white paper, packaging papers), Coated papers, Biodegradable, recyclable and barrier papers, Polymer films / plastic films, Metal films / thin-metal films (metallic films), Injection-molded plastic parts, Synthetic leather (applications in fashion/automotive interiors), Macro Engraving / Macro Embossing (Vividus)
- Founded
- 1955
- Employees
- 51–200
- Industries
- Tobacco, Food and Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Automotive, Aerospace, Security Documents
- 01
Design optimization and consulting
- 02
Sample manufacturing with consulting-service rollers
- 03
Sample approval by the customer
- 04
Manufacturing of the engraving and embossing rollers
- 05
Diamond-like coating of the rollers
- 06
Development and manufacturing of embossing systems and embossing heads
- 07
Integration into OEM systems and worldwide distribution
Materials and Processes
Macro Engraving / Macro Embossing (Vividus)
Embossing system for packaging, metal films and technical papers with tactile variety and optional authentication features.
Micro Engraving / Micro Embossing (Midas)
Surface functionalization with feature sizes of approx. 10 µm for polymer films, thin-metal films, coated papers and injection-molded plastic parts.
Nano Engraving (Iris)
Seamless nano engraving in diamond-like coated rollers for color effects, holographic appearance and multi-stage authentication.
Embossing of Tipping Paper
First integration of an embossing unit into an OEM inline tipping solution, including embossing of white paper.
Diamond-like Coating
Coating of engraving rollers for scratch resistance, improved running properties and easier cleaning.
Security / Authentication Embossing
Integration of hidden authentication features into decorative embossing designs for product protection.
Consulting Service
Design optimization, sample manufacturing and production rollers along the entire development process.
Paper and Packaging Papers
Embossing of white, biodegradable, recyclable and barrier papers with high running performance.
Polymer and Metal Films
Micro and nano embossing of plastic and thin-metal films for color, effect and functional surfaces.
Plastics and Synthetic Leather
Embossing of injection-molded plastic parts and synthetic leather, among others for automotive interiors and fashion.
Locations
Marin-Epagnier
CHHeadquarters, development and manufacturing
- Lot size
- Prototypes to production rollers and OEM systems
- Materials
- Paper, films, plastic, steel (rollers)
- Vividus Engraving System (macro)
- Midas micro engraving system
- Iris nano engraving system with DLC-coated rollers
- Self-Aligning Embossing Head
- Quick-Exchange Embossing Head
- Multi-Roller System
- Vividus Patrix/Matrix inline embossing unit
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macro Engraving / Macro Embossing (Vividus Embossing System)Forming | – | – | – | – | Packaging, metal films, technical papers, paper (incl. white paper), biodegradable papers, recyclable papers, barrier papers |
| Micro Engraving / Micro Embossing (Midas Technology)Surface | Feature size approx. 10 µm | – | – | – | polymer films, thin-metal films, coated papers, injection-molded plastic parts, fabrics/textiles |
| Nano Engraving / Nano Embossing (Iris Technology, seamless in diamond-like coated rollers)Surface | – | – | – | – | polymer films, coated papers, injection-molded plastic parts |
| Embossing of tipping paper incl. inline embossing unit for OEM systemsForming | – | – | – | – | tipping paper, paper |
| Diamond-like Coating of engraving rollers for scratch resistance and ...Surface | – | – | – | – | steel (rollers) |
| Design optimization and consulting for embossing solutions (Consulting Service)Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Sample manufacturing with consulting-service rollers and handcrafted samples (Sample Manufacturing)Forming | – | – | – | – | paper, films |
| Manufacture of precision embossing and printing machines and embossing rollers (development,Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Embossing solutions with integrated authentication/security features (Security/AuthenticationForming | – | – | – | – | paper, films |
7 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macro engraving/embossing system (Vividus Engraving System) | Boegli-Gravures SA Vividus | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
| Micro engraving/micro embossing system | Boegli-Gravures SA Midas | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
| Nano engraving/embossing system with diamond-like coated rollers | Boegli-Gravures SA Iris | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
| Self-Aligning Embossing Head | Boegli-Gravures SA Self-Aligning Embossing Head | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
| Quick-Exchange Embossing Head | Boegli-Gravures SA Quick-Exchange Embossing Head | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
| Multi-Roller System (embossing roller system) | Boegli-Gravures SA | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
| Inline embossing unit for OEM tipping paper applications (Vividus Patrix/Matrix) | Boegli-Gravures SA Vividus Patrix/Matrix | – | – | – | Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland |
Additional services
History
- 1955
Founded as Boegli-Frères in Neuchâtel by two engraving artists; specialization in watchmaking, medals and jewelry.
- 1979
Relocation to Marin and renaming to Boegli Gravures; diversification into printing rollers for the tobacco industry.
- 1980er
First patent on Pin-Up/Pin-Up embossing, international expansion; 1988 renaming to Boegli-Gravures S.A. under Charles Boegli.
- 1990er
Self-Aligning embossing head sets industry standards with several patents; positioning as an OEM.
- 2000er
Quick-Exchange embossing heads and multi-roller system; first authentication features; university R&D partnerships for micro and nano engraving.
- 2010er
Vividus Patrix/Matrix technologies enable embossing of white paper; first integration of an embossing unit into an OEM inline tipping solution.
- 2020
Digital transformation with its own digital ecosystem; first sales in new markets such as automotive interiors and fashion/synthetic leather.