PERFECTA Schneidemaschinenwerk GmbH is the longest established of the mainstream guillotine, 3-knife trimmer and paper handling systems manufacturers. Founded in Bautzen, Germany, in 1896, Perfecta has consistently led the way with design innovation and advanced manufacturing techniques to deliver excellent production solutions for an ever more demanding market place.

At first Perfecta manufactured a variety of bindery machines before it began to specialise in guillotines and trimmers. In 1936 Perfecta built and installed the world’s largest cutter at 4m cut width. Following Germany’s reunification, Perfecta deveoped a new generation of machines and began to establish its presence in the Western markets through its innovative application of new technologies and adoption of the most advanced manufacturing systems - it was one of the first manufacturers to receive German GS-certification, the highest rated certificate corresponding to the European safety standards.

PERFECTA Schneidemaschinenwerk GmbH is committed to creating quality and profitability in the cutting process through the application of the most advanced technology and state-of-the-art high security systems.