GERDINS
DIENAMICS
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Our die-cutting tools
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What are cutting dies?
Cutting dies represent a component of modern manufacturing and design, and form the basis of some industrial and artisanal processes. These specialized tools play a critical role in the ability to quickly and efficiently create holes, cutouts or specific shapes in a variety of materials. Using the punching process, where a sharp, custom tool is pressed through the material, enables the creation of detailed and precision-demanding components with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.
Cutting dies typically work through the use of a press, or punch, to drive the punching tool through the material. This force must be carefully controlled and adapted to the properties of the material to avoid damage to the tool or the processed material. The sharp tool/knives often made of steel are tailored to match the desired shape and size of the cut.
How to choose the right cutting dies?
Choosing the right cutting die requires careful consideration of the properties of the material to be processed, the desired shape and the volume of production. It is important to understand the thickness, hardness and flexibility of the materials in order to choose a tool that can deliver high precision and long life.
How to choose the right cutting dies?
Our die-cutting tools are versatile and can be used across a wide range of applications, from the production of packaging materials to plastic components. Our tools are ideal for creating clean and precise cut-outs in materials such as cardboard and various types of plastic. Applications include everything from industrial production of automotive accessories and electronic components to the creation of custom packaging and promotional materials. Here is a list of some of the most prominent areas of use:
- Packaging industry: Die-cutting tools are used to create custom packaging, including blister packaging, cardboard packaging, and other specialty packaging. These tools enable precise cutting of packaging materials to create windows, holes, and unique shapes that meet specific product presentation and functionality requirements.
- Automotive industry: In the automotive industry, die-cutting tools are used to produce components such as seals, insulation, and other parts that require precision cutting of materials such as rubber, plastic, and thin metals.
- Advertising and marketing materials: Die-cutting tools are used to create unique promotional materials, such as business cards, brochures, and display materials with special cut-outs and shapes that capture the customer’s attention.
- Construction industry: In the construction sector, die-cutting tools are used to cut out components for building materials, such as ventilation ducts and insulation materials. This also includes precision cutting of decorative elements or functional components in various materials.
- Textile and leather industry: For the manufacturing of clothing, shoes, and accessories where precision cutting of textiles or leather materials is required, die-cutting tools are used to streamline production and ensure high quality in the finished products.
What materials can our tools process?
Our cutting dies are designed to handle a wide range of materials. This includes:
- Cardboard: Ideal for the packaging industry, where precise cut-outs are required to create customized packaging solutions.
- Plastic: Includes a wide range of plastics, from thin films to thicker plastic sheets, for use in packaging, medical devices, and more.
- Rubber: The die-cutting tools can cut various rubber thicknesses for the production of seals, gaskets, and other industrial components.
- Foam materials: Ideal for insulation, protective packaging materials, and sound-absorbing applications.
- Leather: Used to create precision cut-outs for shoes, bags, and other leather products.
- Composite materials: The die-cutting tools can also be used to process various composites, enabling the production of advanced components for specific industrial applications.
Our commitment to quality and precision ensures that regardless of the material, our tools deliver consistent and reliable results that meet the high demands of our customers.
Always
at the forefront
Over the years, Dienamics has continuously invested in new machines with the very latest technology. This means that the production process in our high-tech machinery is essentially completely CNC controlled.
When designing the punching tools, the very latest CAD technology is used, which is fully integrated into the production equipment. This applies to everything from laser cutters and automatic cutting and bending machines for processing punched steel to plotters/test tables, milling machines and cutting tables for the ejector rubber as well as automatic equipment for the manufacture of cleaning tools.
BOBST DIE-MAKER
CERTIFICATION
Why choose a certified die-maker?
Converters must be confident that their die-maker has the expertise, understanding, and equipment required to produce high-quality tooling. The BOBST Die-Maker Certification Program provides that assurance.
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Every BOBST-certified die-maker demonstrates a positive commitment to quality standards, innovation, automation, and digitalisation, ensuring they can deliver the production performance converters demand. When we started the certification process, our ability, knowledge and understanding of the entire tooling process was evaluated by a BOBST tooling specialist, which helped us at Gerdins to ensure that we are working correctly and optimizing our equipment to produce excellent tools.
Finally, now that we are certified, BOBST provides a wide range of support systems and exclusive products – everything we need to provide our customers with the best tools.
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