CUTTING FORME MANUFACTURE

We manufacture and supply cutting formes, also called dies, for all packaging, display and self adhesive applications, or output dielines for your specific requirements.

We use the best materials available, modern automatic equipment and old school techniques learned and perfected over 30 years. We have two craftsmen diemakers on site, fully trained and highly skilled.

Packaging, folders, wobblers, business cards, self-adhesive labels, fridge splats and neck tags are our bread and butter.

We use industry-leading packaging and CAD/CAM software to convert files for production and a YWDS Autobender Pro 24 in our workshop.  Some formes may still need to be made by hand, or 'tweaked' to perfection.

We use Austrian and German knives (called rule, in the trade) as they give the best result, and are the most durable. There are many different manufacturers; however our experience is that it’s better to stick with the more expensive, European brands. We tailor the formes to the substrate being cut, and select the most suitable rule from our large range. We have a very good reputation with all the diecutters who use the formes we make, and have retained most of our clients from 25 years ago. We are always open to constructive feedback, and will make your formes however you may require them to be.

All forme bases are plywood, sourced from sustainable forestry.  Plywood is a strong, durable and stable substrate. All materials and equipment used in our diemaking process are sourced with the health of the environment in mind, such as eco-friendly glues.

We will not use any material or machinery which only benefits us, even if it costs a little more.

Our turn-around is very quick, and we will always attempt to meet, or better, your production deadlines. There may always be some aspects of production that cannot be rushed, but we are constantly evolving our practices to be more efficient without cutting corners or sacrificing quality. 

All formes requiring it are rubbered, if requested. We are able to deliver if our work load permits, otherwise there are a range of couriering options.

We offer a disposal service for any old and damaged formes you no longer require.  We will dismantle them and recycle what is possible, and ethically and safely dispose of what cannot be recycled, or reused.

Most formes can be repaired and re-knifed to bring them back to an as new condition and sometimes this is a cheaper option than a new one.

We also offer print broking, advice on all aspects of the diemaking, print and cutting processes, and industry contacts.