5 design mistakes involving eyelets that drive up production costs without the customer realising

Eyelets are essential components in tarpaulins, awnings, curtains and textile products, but an inadequate design can drive costs up without the end customer noticing. Many manufacturers make mistakes that complicate installation and unnecessarily increase production costs, affecting margins and delivery times. Identifying them is key to optimising processes.

Error 1: Choosing inappropriate diameters

Opting for eyelets that are too large for thin materials causes tears, requiring special machines or extra reinforcements that multiply costs.

Error 2: Ignoring spacing between eyelets

Insufficient distance between eyelets leads to premature tearing of the tarpaulin, forcing the use of additional washers or reinforcement stitching, which adds labour hours.

Error 3: Not considering material curvature

In curved tarpaulins or retractable awnings, rigid eyelets without flexibility cause uneven tension, requiring more expensive premium models.

Error 4: Forgetting machine–eyelet compatibility

Designs that require specific tools that are not available increase acquisition costs and slow down production.

Error 5: Underestimating material type

Metal eyelets in plastics or vinyl cause oxidation or deformations, forcing frequent replacements and rework.

These mistakes may seem minor, but they add a significant extra percentage to costs. Smart design anticipates machinery and end use, saving time and money.

JOPEVI machines for installing eyelets that prevent problems and optimise everything

With well-chosen eyelets, the key is using the right machinery, and here JOPEVI excels with its versatile range. As manufacturers of footwear machinery, leather goods and garment equipment, leaders since 1969 in Elche, we offer eyeleting machines for all types of production: from manual to automatic, compatible with metal and/or plastic eyelets.

For high-intensity production, the automatic J-239 places up to 60 eyelets per minute. It is ideal for curtains, although it installs eyelets and washers in all types of materials: tarpaulins, textiles, PVC... Its dual-axis system punches and rivets in one cycle. It also features a laser pointer for millimetre-precise placement of eyelets.

The J-32 pneumatic manual machine is perfect for low volumes. Robust (only 18 kg), it installs eyelets from Ø8 to Ø16 mm using a pedal or push button, reducing fatigue and human error. It is recommended for rigid materials, as it can cause wrinkling in textiles.

For craft work or small batches, the J-37 manual eyeleting machine with lever operation offers full control, compatible with rigid materials without the need for electricity.

Advantages of JOPEVI machines:

• Adaptability to different eyelet diameters.
• Speed and precision in series production.
• Ergonomics for prolonged use.
• Compatibility with tarpaulins, curtains and vinyl.
• Personalised technical advice.

With JOPEVI, installing eyelets is an efficient and profitable process.

JOPEVI: premium solutions for eyelet installation

Managing eyelet installation with JOPEVI means choosing a company with more than 50 years of machinery manufacturing in Elche, a benchmark in footwear, leather goods and tarpaulins.

We serve workshops and manufacturers, offering tailor-made solutions that solve real problems. Our experience guarantees professional results without complications.

Don’t let poorly placed eyelets take away your profits! Call us and try our machines.

• Phone: +34 966 651 008
• Email: info@jopevi.es
• Office: Calle Nicolas de Bussi, 32 (Elche Parque Empresarial) Elche – 03203 (Alicante) Spain