Die-cutting
From 2-D to 3-D
In the die-cutting department, ultra-sharp cutting blades carve the contour out of the printed sheets. The shape of the packaging is now visible in flat form, and depending on the contour, a different die-cutting tool is required. It’s a tough job.
Die-cutting – Precise processing for custom print products
Die-cutting allows for the exact shaping of print products and offers a variety of design possibilities. Special die-cutting tools make it possible to precisely cut out different shapes and contours from materials such as paper and cardboard.
Details of die-cutting technology:
- Custom shapes: With our die-cutting technology, almost any desired shape can be created – from simple circles to complex, detailed contours.
- Precise processing: The latest die-cutting machines guarantee clean edges and high precision, even with complex layouts.
- Material variety: Die-cutting is suitable for various materials, especially common printing substrates like paper, cardboard, and specialty papers.
- Combinable finishes: Die-cutting can easily be combined with other finishing techniques, such as embossing or varnishing.
Applications of die-cutting:
- Cut-outs: For special functions or design adjustments, such as windows in packaging or cards.
- Shape-cutting: Creation of non-rectangular print products, like custom flyers, packaging, or labels.
- Functional elements: Practical applications such as index tabs, perforations, or special holders.
Die-cutting is especially suited for projects where both functionality and unique shape design are important.
The conventional die-cutting technique is a proven method that relies on extremely sharp die-cutting blades to remove the contours from printed sheets.
These die-cutting blades are central and indispensable components of a complex mechanical device consisting of two main components: the die and the die alignment aid.
In the processing of cardboard materials, technology has advanced remarkably in recent years.
One of these advanced innovations is the laser die-cutter, a machine that combines the advantages of laser technology with established die-cutting methods to achieve impressive results.
