Innovative Rolled Veneer Wood System
A 100% eco-friendly technique for Packaging, Displays & Brand Objects
Eco-responsible production
Swisspack’s Rolled Wood technology is an advanced veneer-forming process used to create seamless curved structures for packaging, displays and branded objects.
Unlike traditional rigid constructions requiring large volumes of material, rolled veneer structures are built from thin layered wood veneers shaped into continuous forms, enabling lightweight, sculptural and durable solutions with optimized material efficiency.
This approach combines structural innovation, material expression and sustainable design principles.
The ultimate champion
in terms of “embodied energy.”
The rolled veneer process supports a more resource-efficient approach to wood construction by:
– optimizing wood material usage
– reducing unnecessary structural mass
– enabling lightweight constructions
– minimizing waste compared to solid wood machining
– supporting durable long-life objects rather than disposable packaging
Swisspack develops these systems using engineered wood layering techniques combined with structural bonding systems adapted to each application.
Whenever possible, projects may integrate:
– FSC-certified veneers
– low-emission adhesive systems
– recyclable or reduced-material components
– hybrid sustainable materials
.
All the material is used
from the sliced log to the final product !
Rolled wood is not machined to produce the final product but built layer by layer (additive manufacturing). Drying a 0.4mm-thick sheet requires almost no energy compared to a 25mm-thick board.
Veneer sheets can be rolled for transport, significantly reducing the carbon footprint.
It is highly durable
with a thickness of just 2.2mm.
The rolled wood technique consumes 30 times less embodied energy than MDF and 100 times less than paper.
It is four times lighter than carbon fiber – approximately 450 kg/m³ (depending on the type of wood used) compared to 1.8 tons/m³.
It allows for the creation of innovative shapes that are impossible or very difficult to achieve with traditional wood—without generating additional waste.
– Veneer => 0.3 MJ/kg
– Industrial Plywood like => 10.4 MJ/kg
– MDF => 11.9 MJ/kg
– Paper => 36 MJ/kg
– Brass => 62 MJ/kg
– ABS => 111 MJ/kg
It is less expensive
than a traditional high-end case.
Mold costs and production expenses are 10 times lower than those for plastic, for instance.
The finish can be natural, whereas paper requires lamination and plastic needs painting to ensure good protection and an attractive appearance.
This is the ideal process for a circular economy. Wood is recyclable or easily degradable, and any waste can be recycled into paper or MDF.
Applications
Rolled veneer systems can be used for :
– packaging structures
– watch and jewelry presentation objects
– retail displays
– branded environments
– sculptural brand objects
– hospitality accessories
– limited edition presentations
The technology is particularly suitable for projects requiring:
– curved geometries
– lightweight structures
– strong visual identity
– sustainable material approaches
– non-standard forms
Key Advantages
– seamless curved structures
– lightweight yet resistant construction
– optimized material efficiency
– reduced material consumption
– high freedom of form
– premium tactile and visual perception
– adaptable to multiple finishes and materials
Rolled veneer structural systems belong to an emerging category of advanced wood-based design and packaging solutions combining:
– material innovation
– structural engineering
– sustainable design approaches
– branded object development
Swisspack applies these technologies to packaging, displays and custom brand environments.
Unleash your creativity
By offering innovative, natural and ecological products that preserve our planet and its resources !
Do not hesitate to contact us to discover our rolled wooden boxes and products.