Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus (1) for making perforations in a packaging material, in particular a polymer film (2), comprising a conveyor for transporting the material (2) along a path through the apparatus (1), a laser device (7) with adjustable focal point, and an in-line optical detector (8) for measuring one or more parameters of the perforations made with the beam. The apparatus further comprises a controller (10) connected to the laser device (7) and the detector (8) and arranged to adjust the focal point of the laser device (7) based on the parameter(s).

Abstract: The invention relates to a package (1) for preserving respiring produce (2), in particular vegetables, fruit, and herbs, comprising a packaging material, in particular a polymer film (1A), provided with at least one opening (3) enabling gas exchange with the atmosphere surrounding the package (1). The package (1) contains a scavenger (4).