1.14 Paper and Board Forming Processes Flashcards
1
Q
die cutting
A
Die cutters are used to cut out ‘nets’ or ‘developments’ that, when folded and assembled, will form a 3D shape such as a box
-Use a plywood substrate with steel cutting die.
-Press pushes the board into the material cut
2
Q
Creasing rules
A
Creases are created using a blunt creasing cutter, to make crease areas for folding edges
3
Q
Describe Laser cutting and its advantages
A
Ideal for prototype or small-scale production because it can be used to cut, engrave and perforate papers and boards.
-is not limited to one shape like die cutter
-quicker than using a die cutter and can be downloaded
