Unit 6 Processing Papers and Boards Flashcards
How can the shape and form of papers and boards be manipulated
Creasing
Scoring
Bending
Craft Knife
Die-cutting
Laser Cutting
What is the difference between creasing and scoring?
Creasing compresses cellulose fibres
Scoring makes a partial cut
How do we overcome bending issues?
Materials can be cut into sections and reassembled with gaps between parts to emulate a crease/score
What is used for cutting in a die cutter?
Sharp blade
What is used for creasing in a die cutter?
A blunt blade
What is a kiss cut in die cutters?
Peel and Stick products (labels)
What is advantages of a flat bed die cutter?
Energy efficient
Can be changed quickly
More useful for low volume production
What is advantages of a rotary die cutter?
More efficient
Accurate
Less waste achieved
What is a disadvantage of rotary die cutter?
high on set up costs
What are advantages of die cutting?
Fast
Thick materials can be cut without burn lines
Can makes creases
What are cons of Die cutting?
high set up cost
What are pros of laser cutting?
Easily edited in cad
can cut more than just paper/board
Ideal for bespoke products/short runs
Can cut more intricate designs
