Comerio Ercole and Simec join forces in the post-embossing

During the lattest edition of Index Nonwovens Geneva 2026, Comerio Ercole - Nonwovens Division and Simec Group officially presented JET – Joint Embossing Technological Center, a new strategic collaboration created to accelerate the development and industrialization of advanced offline post-embossing technologies for polymer films and engineered surfaces.

The initiative combines two complementary industrial competencies within a single integrated technological platform: Comerio Ercole is internationally recognized for its expertise in calendering, embossing, laminating and converting technologies for rubber, plastics, nonwovens and advanced materials; Simec is one of the leading specialists worldwide in precision cylinder engraving, surface texturing and mechanical/laser engraving technologies. The result is a fully integrated ecosystem capable of connecting: pattern engineering, reverse engineering, cylinder engraving, pilot testing, process optimization and industrial scale-up within a single coordinated development environment.

Post-embossing is an advanced converting process performed offline, after the primary film production phase, to modify the surface characteristics of a material through controlled embossing and texturing technologies. Unlike conventional inline embossing integrated directly into extrusion or calendering lines, offline post-embossing provides significantly greater flexibility in terms of: surface geometry development, texture complexity, functional customization, prototyping speed, and production adaptability. This approach enables manufacturers to engineer highly specialized surfaces capable of delivering both aesthetic and functional performances, including: high-definition 3D structures, tactile effects, friction and grip control, optical diffusion, decorative finishes, technical surface functionalities. Applications extend across multiple sectors including: packaging, technical films, automotive interiors, hygiene products, medical materials, furniture and design surfaces, and advanced industrial laminates.

The industrial value of JET lies in the integration between process know-how and surface engineering expertise. Comerio Ercole contributes its long-standing experience in: pilot and industrial calendering lines, embossing and laminating systems, process engineering, material behavior analysis, and industrial scale-up capabilities. Simec contributes highly specialized competencies in: precision engraving technologies, development of complex embossing patterns, laser and mechanical texturing, coating technologies, and cylinder manufacturing. By integrating these capabilities, JET significantly shortens the development cycle from concept to industrial production. Customers can now validate new textures, optimize process parameters and industrialize innovative surface solutions through a streamlined technological pathway: pattern, engraved roll, pilot process, industrial production.

JET was conceived not simply as a laboratory, but as a collaborative industrial platform where machine technology, engraving expertise and material engineering converge to support customers in developing next-generation embossed products. With JET, Comerio Ercole and Simec reinforce their shared commitment to innovation, advanced manufacturing and the development of high-value engineered surfaces for the global market.