PerfoTec
PerfoTec sells an integrated post-harvest technology ecosystem — respiration meters, laser micro-perforation systems, O2Control gas mixing, and compostable films/liners/pallet covers — to growers, packers, exporters, fresh-cut producers, and film converters worldwide to extend fresh-produce shelf life and reduce food waste.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2004
- HeadquartersWoerden, Netherlands
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What PerfoTec does
PerfoTec BV is a Netherlands-based post-harvest technology company founded in 2004 by Bas Groeneweg and Martijn de Bruin, headquartered in Woerden. It sells an integrated Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) ecosystem for the fresh produce supply chain, built around four interlocking components: the Fast Respiration Meter (FRM 4.0) measures produce respiration rates within four hours; the PerfoTec Platform automatically converts that biological data into packaging parameters; laser perforation systems (Multi Head Laser, Online Laser, Standard Laser Model) apply precision micro-holes tuned to each product; and O2Control achieves less than 0.5% deviation in gas composition using triple-sensor closed-loop feedback. These hardware and software offerings are complemented by packaging consumables — TUV Austria-certified compostable PerfoTec Liner, PerfoBreath Pallet Cover, patented Binliners, and recyclable PerfoTec Films — creating a recurring-revenue consumables stream alongside capital equipment sales.
The company sells to growers and packers, exporters and logistics providers, fresh-cut producers, and film converters across the US, UK, Netherlands, Australia, India, Taiwan, Central and Eastern Europe, Southern Africa, Chile, and Peru. Its go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales supported by International Field Service Engineers with a network of exclusive channel partners and distributors (Green Factory for CEE, Sanviha for India, Everscience for Taiwan, Master Plastics for Southern Africa, Jayshri Propack for Indian equipment). Revenue is generated through one-time machinery purchases, recurring consumables (films, liners, pallet covers), equipment rentals, and installation services, with 20+ years of operating history, an Accenture "Green Tulip" Innovation Award (2012), and an NPEX stock exchange listing (November 2022) supporting its institutional positioning.
PerfoTec firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- PerfoTec
- Legal name
- PerfoTec BV
- Website
- https://perfotec.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2004
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- PerfoTec sells an integrated post-harvest technology ecosystem — respiration meters, laser micro-perforation systems, O2Control gas mixing, and compostable films/liners/pallet covers — to growers, packers, exporters, fresh-cut producers, and film converters worldwide to extend fresh-produce shelf life and reduce food waste.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
PerfoTec industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Post-Harvest Packaging Technology
- SIC
- Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Fresh Produce Packaging (IMALAHAE)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB)
Keywords
Where PerfoTec is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Woerden
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
PerfoTec business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- PerfoTec Machinery Sales: Sale of laser systems (Multi Head Laser, Online Laser), gas flush systems, and respiration meters to packers, growers, and film converters. Equipment sold under purchase agreements with 12-month warranty.
- Packing Products: Sale of foils, liner bags, pallet covers, and other packaging materials. Delivered from PerfoTec premises with freight charged separately.
- Equipment Rental: Rental agreements for PerfoTec equipment for certain periods. Counterparty owes rent for rental period and pays deposit and accessories in advance.
- Installation Services: Installation work for PerfoTec machinery sold and supplied. Installation must be performed according to PerfoTec's instructions.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Purchase agreement for machinery |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels7 records
PerfoTec product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PerfoTec manufactures and sells an integrated Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) ecosystem for the fresh produce supply chain, combining the Fast Respiration Meter measurement device, laser micro-perforation systems (Multi Head Laser and Online Laser), the O2Control precision gas mixing system, and proprietary packaging consumables (Liner, Pallet Cover, Films, Binliners) supported by PerfoTec Platform software. The company sells equipment and packaging materials to growers, packers, exporters, fresh-cut producers, and film converters globally, with installation, service, and rental offerings.
Product overview
PerfoTec offers an integrated ecosystem of post-harvest technologies for fresh produce freshness extension, combining hardware systems (Fast Respiration Meter, laser perforation systems, O2Control gas mixing) with packaging products (Liners, Pallet Covers, Films, Binliners) and software (PerfoTec Platform). The core workflow is: the Fast Respiration Meter measures produce respiration rates, the PerfoTec Platform processes data to define optimal packaging parameters, laser systems apply precise micro-perforations, and O2Control ensures ideal gas composition. Packaging products (Liner, Pallet Cover, Films, Binliners) complement the equipment by providing the appropriate barrier properties. The company serves the entire fresh produce supply chain including growers, exporters, fresh-cut producers, and film converters.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- PerfoTec Liner: Compostable liner for bulk transport and storage of fresh produce, certified by TUV Austria.
- PerfoTec Pallet Cover
- PerfoTec O2Control
- Fast Respiration Meter (FRM 4.0)
- PerfoTec Films
Products and services
- Fast Respiration Meter (FRM 4.0) Measurement device that determines the respiration rate of fresh produce within four hours by measuring oxygen consumption and CO2 production; stores data automatically in a database and accommodates different-sized vessels for all types of fruit, vegetables, and flowers. Sold to growers, packers, and fresh-cut producers to drive packaging parameter decisions.
- Multi Head Laser System Online laser perforation system that creates precise micro-holes in packaging film tuned to each product's respiration, with integrated camera inspection for quality control, automatic on-the-fly adjustment for film thickness variations, and reliable operation in wet, cold, and dusty production environments. Designed to integrate with vertical/horizontal packing machines and tray sealers.
- Online Laser System Entry-level inline laser perforation system for flexible packaging converters, featuring speeds up to 250 m/min, automatic positioning, integrated camera inspection, a user-friendly touchscreen interface, and 24/7 online support, designed to withstand wet, cold, and dusty environments.
- O2Control Gas Mixing System Precision MAP gas flush system that achieves less than 0.5% deviation in oxygen and nitrogen levels using triple-sensor technology with real-time closed-loop feedback; blends compressed air with nitrogen to avoid pure gases and offers universal compatibility with any machine, speed, size, and film type.
- PerfoTec Liner TUV Austria-certified home-compostable liner for bulk transport and storage of fresh produce; manages moisture, controls gas exchange (O2 and CO2) via laser micro-perforation, and is offered as the only compostable liner of its kind on the market.
- PerfoBreath Pallet Cover Moisture-management pallet cover featuring optimized patented breathable material with laser-engineered perforation for controlled water vapor release, preventing trapped condensation and reducing microbial decay risk for berries, brassicas, leafy greens, and fresh herbs.
- PerfoTec Films Recyclable packaging films with high water vapor and carbon dioxide permeability properties; combined with PerfoTec equipment they extend shelf life, and a co-developed variant with Envalior reduces CO2 emissions by up to 90% by enabling sea-freight conversion.
- PerfoTec Platform Software platform that automatically processes respiration data from the Fast Respiration Meter to define optimal packaging parameters per application and convert biological data into actionable laser perforation specifications.
- PerfoTec Binliners Patented storage bags specialized for bell peppers and other produce; engineered to reduce weight loss, prevent mold formation by allowing excess moisture to escape, and extend freshness for up to 28 days via optimized gas atmosphere.
- PerfoTec Standard Laser Model Budget-friendly entry-level laser perforation solution for flexible packaging converters entering the fresh produce packaging market; offers speeds up to 250 m/min, automated laser positioning, integrated camera inspection, and a user-friendly touchscreen interface with 24/7 online support.
- Installation, Rental, and Field Services Professional installation, rental, and field service offerings for PerfoTec machinery, including equipment rental agreements and International Field Service Engineer support for installation, service, and maintenance at customer locations worldwide; installation must be performed according to PerfoTec's instructions with a 12-month warranty on equipment.
Quantifiable outcome
- Doubles shelf life of fresh produce
- +12 more outcomes
Companies that use PerfoTec
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
PerfoTec technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
AI capability2 records
Feature7 records
PerfoTec partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.
- Green FactoryflagshipPerfoTec partnered with Green Factory, making Green Factory the exclusive partner for PerfoTec's online laser perforation technology across 14 Central and Eastern European markets (Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia, Moldova, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia). The partnership involves PerfoTec's Intelligent Modified Atmosphere Packaging system that measures produce respiration rates and adapts packaging through microperforation to extend freshness and reduce food waste. This represents a strategic milestone for PerfoTec's expansion into Central and Eastern Europe.
- EversciencecoreEverscience is PerfoTec's distributor in Taiwan, awarded Certificate of Excellence for consistent sales performance and commitment to customer service. CEO Bas Groeneweg personally presented the award to Jerry Wu, General Manager of Everscience.
- Jayshri Propack Pvt. LtdcoreJayshri Propack acquired a PerfoTec Multiheaded Laser System. This collaboration aims to revolutionize fresh produce packaging in India. PerfoTec will train Jayshri Propack's team to extend shelf-life of fresh produce using PerfoTec technology. Jayshri Propack is a prominent manufacturer of various packaging and barrier films for the consumer food market.
- EnvaliorcoreEnvalior and PerfoTec launched a new film technology for packaging fresh produce that extends shelf life and reduces spoilage by creating a natural, balanced atmosphere. The solution improves logistics sustainability by enabling slower transport methods like sea freight and reducing CO2 emissions by up to 90%.
- Sanviha Food Tech SolutionsflagshipSanviha Food Tech Solutions is the exclusive agent and distributor for PerfoTec in India. They bring local expertise and industry connections to promote and implement MAP technology across India, working closely with farmers, wholesalers, and retailers to provide tailored solutions for India's agricultural landscape.
- Master PlasticscorePartnership with Master Plastics in Southern Africa combining expertise in innovative packaging with regional insights to successfully implement solutions that combat food waste and reduce CO2 emissions.
- Kapiteyn BVcoreKapiteyn BV and PerfoTec collaborated to develop innovative consumer packaging for lily bulbs using micro-perforation technique. The project received financial support from European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) through Kansen voor West II program and Province of North Holland. Extended lily bulb shelf life by up to 6 weeks in stores.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights7 records
PerfoTec competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Mondi Group: Mondi is a major European packaging and paper group with sustainable flexible packaging solutions including MAP-compatible films for fresh produce. It overlaps with PerfoTec's films/liners business as a larger, integrated incumbent with broader sustainability and recycling capabilities.
- ILAPAK: ILAPAK manufactures horizontal and vertical flow-wrappers and MAP-capable packaging machinery for fresh and prepared foods. It competes indirectly with PerfoTec's Multi Head and Online Laser Systems, as ILAPAK offers gas-flush integration within broader packaging-line equipment for produce and protein customers.
- Marel: Marel is a global leader in food processing equipment with a growing portfolio in fresh produce and post-harvest solutions. While its core focus is protein processing, its expansion into produce handling and grading places it as a broad incumbent potentially overlapping with PerfoTec's packer/exporter customer base.
- JBT (John Bean Technologies): JBT is a broad incumbent in food processing and packaging equipment, offering post-harvest and fresh-produce solutions at significantly larger scale. It competes with PerfoTec indirectly through broader food-processing equipment lines and integrated MAP capabilities for produce customers globally.
- Amcor: Amcor is a global packaging giant with significant fresh-produce MAP film and flexible packaging offerings. While not focused exclusively on laser-perforated MAP, Amcor competes indirectly with PerfoTec's Films and Liners category via its recyclable and high-barrier flexible films for produce customers.
- Multivac: Multivac is a leading packaging machinery manufacturer offering tray sealers and MAP-capable thermoforming systems integrated with gas-flush equipment. It overlaps with PerfoTec at the equipment layer for fresh-produce packers, though Multivac's solutions are typically broader and integrated into larger packaging lines.
- Sealed Air: Sealed Air, owner of the Cryovac brand, is a global packaging incumbent with MAP and vacuum-skin packaging solutions for fresh produce, meat, and prepared foods. It overlaps with PerfoTec at the packaging-materials layer with much larger scale, broader product portfolio, and global service infrastructure.
Direct peers
- StePac (Decco Worldwide Post-Harvest): StePac, part of Decco Worldwide Post-Harvest Holdings, is a direct competitor specializing in MAP films and functional packaging for fresh produce. It targets the same fresh-produce packers, growers, and exporters with shelf-life-extending film technology, directly overlapping PerfoTec's core films and liners category.
- Isolcell: Isolcell manufactures controlled-atmosphere storage and gas-mixing systems for fresh produce, overlapping with PerfoTec's O2 Control gas flush equipment. Both companies serve packers and storage operators with precision gas-handling solutions to extend produce shelf life and reduce spoilage in cold-chain environments.
- PEAK Fresh: PEAK Fresh produces MAP products (liners and films) for fresh fruit and vegetable preservation, positioning it as a direct competitor to PerfoTec's Liner and Films portfolio. Its product range focuses on extending shelf life of whole and fresh-cut produce across similar global supply chains.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
PerfoTec social profiles
Digital presencePerfoTec compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
PerfoTec financial estimates
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PerfoTec leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
PerfoTec subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
PerfoTec funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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PerfoTec M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about PerfoTec
What does PerfoTec do?
PerfoTec manufactures and sells an integrated Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) ecosystem for the fresh produce supply chain, combining the Fast Respiration Meter measurement device, laser micro-perforation systems (Multi Head Laser and Online Laser), the O2Control precision gas mixing system, and proprietary packaging consumables (Liner, Pallet Cover, Films, Binliners) supported by PerfoTec Platform software. The company sells equipment and packaging materials to growers, packers, exporters, fresh-cut producers, and film converters globally, with installation, service, and rental offerings.
Is PerfoTec a public or private company?
PerfoTec is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was PerfoTec founded?
PerfoTec was founded in 2004. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is PerfoTec based?
PerfoTec is headquartered in Woerden, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does PerfoTec make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. PerfoTec Machinery Sales are the primary driver. The others are packing Products, equipment Rental and installation Services.
Who are PerfoTec's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Mondi Group, ILAPAK, Marel, JBT (John Bean Technologies), Amcor, Multivac and Sealed Air. Direct peers are StePac (Decco Worldwide Post-Harvest), Isolcell and PEAK Fresh.
Does PerfoTec have an API?
No public API is recorded for PerfoTec.
What industry is PerfoTec in?
PerfoTec's product category is Post-Harvest Packaging Technology. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMALAHAE, Fresh Produce Packaging, with a secondary code of IMALAMAB, Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films). Its SIC code is 3050.