Durham Duplex products

HSC are Specialist Machine Knife Manufacturers with particular experience in the Recycling and waste management Industry. Our range of knives, with many ex stock or manufactured on short delivery times.

HSC are Specialist Machine Knife Manufacturers with particular experience in the Packaging Industry. Our range of packaging knives, with many ex stock or manufactured on short delivery times.

HSC are Specialist Machine Knife Manufacturers with particular experience in the Plastics and Recycling Industry. Our range of knives, with many ex-stock or manufactured on short delivery times.

HSC stocks the full range of Industrial Razor Blades and handles for use in packing and dispatch departments. These are carefully selected to ensure utility, maximize safety and provide safe disposal.

Durham-Duplex manufactures and supplies an extensive range of machine knives and industrial blades specifically designed for various packaging machines, including vertical Form and Fill (VFF) and Horizontal/flow wrap machines. With over a century of manufacturing experience, the company leverages its expertise in materials and processes to ensure optimal performance and compatibility of their knives. Their product line includes a variety of configurations such as straight, PVD coated, and zig-zagged blades, tailored to fit specific applications. Durham-Duplex`s long-standing presence in the industry underscores its ability to deliver reliable and high-quality cutting solutions tailored to diverse packaging requirements.

Vacuum sealing demands strict tolerances and premium materials to ensure an effective seal, particularly given the increasing use of recycled plastics in film manufacturing. Ensuring a robust seal is crucial for maintaining the integrity and longevity of the vacuum-packed products. As the industry evolves, the materials and equipment used must adapt to these new requirements to maintain performance standards. This precision is vital for various applications across multiple industries where vacuum packing is utilized.

Durham Duplex brings extensive experience in supplying blades for the worldwide film and foil converting industry. The company introduced the Durham slotted blade in 1875 and led the adoption of PVD coating techniques in the 1980s. This ensures high durability and enhanced performance in blade applications. Key blade types offered include long-life razor blades and dish slitters, which are designed to meet rigorous industrial standards. These blades are vital for precision cutting and slitting tasks, providing reliable operational efficiency in various converting processes. The focus is on offering blades that not only maximize productivity but also minimize downtime by ensuring a longer lifespan and superior quality cuts.

Durham-Duplex serves as the exclusive distributor for Personna® Industrial Blades across the UK, EU, and EEA, brought to you by Accutec Blades Inc. The Personna range includes blades meticulously engineered to meet rigorous industrial requirements, featuring the specially designed triple faceted GEM® Blade and Personna® Skinner blades. These blades are renowned for their precision and durability, making them suitable for the most challenging industrial applications.

Durham-Duplex specializes in providing a comprehensive suite of slitting blades specifically tailored for film and foil converting applications. The company offers a variety of blades, notably the Endurium® High-Speed Steel (HSS) slitting blades and the XCD range of Stainless Steel (SS) blades, which are particularly suited for use in humid environments. These slitting blades typically feature Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coatings such as Titanium Nitride (TiN) or Titanium Carbonitride (TiCN) to minimize friction. The blades are available in different thicknesses and materials to match the specific cutting requirements and the desired cut length. Durham-Duplex`s industrial slitting blades are engineered to deliver precision and longevity, meeting the stringent demands of converting operations.