by Zeenath Haniff, Farheap Solutions It is commonly believed that bottlenecks in print production most often occur in the bindery. But, to reach the finish line, let's look back at the start. While the finishing may be the most time-consuming stage, what other factors consequently affect the time it takes for print jobs to reach the bindery where the cutter operator is … [Read more...] about Labor Reduction Technologies: New Software Solution for Guillotine Cutting
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Q&A: Cutting Difficult Substrates
by Jen Clark, PostPress Basic preventative maintenance can go a long way toward keeping paper cutters working properly, especially when cutting difficult substrates. Regular maintenance can reduce production issues, said Bruce Peterson, president of Colter & Peterson, Paterson, New Jersey. "A machine always needs to be lubricated, and a paper cutter should have its oil … [Read more...] about Q&A: Cutting Difficult Substrates
Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
by: Jen Clark Dull blades cause cutting problems, and so do poor maintenance, lack of proper operator training and insufficient knowledge of safety procedures. Bruce Peterson knows this. The self-proclaimed "Cutter Doctor," who also happens to be president and CEO of Colter & Peterson, Inc., Paterson, NJ, knows a thing or two about paper cutters. He said most cutter … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
New Technologies in Cutting and Trimming
by: Amy Bauer Delivering high-quality results and offering the best value to customers in print project finishing are the goals underlying a range of innovations for printers and binders. These new cutting and trimming technologies are streamlining processes and reducing labor costs. The fewer times an operator must intervene during a job, the greater the production speeds and … [Read more...] about New Technologies in Cutting and Trimming
Best Practices for Paper Cutter Knives
by: Woody Powers II, Jorson & Carlson A knife supplier or servicing company with expertise in knife quality, knife handling and product application, as well as the know-how to install cutting knives properly, can provide useful best practices to improve cut quality and increase knife life. In most cases, implementing new procedures will increase quality and production time … [Read more...] about Best Practices for Paper Cutter Knives
Cutting for Efficiency
by: Rob Kuehl, Director of Product Management, Heidelberg USA, Inc. Don Quixote had Sancho Panza. Batman had Robin. Even the Lone Ranger had Tonto in his hour of need. Like these famous pairs, automated cutter workflows are more efficient and more productive with a partner - paper-handling peripherals. Nothing is more fundamental to the success of a job than the efficient … [Read more...] about Cutting for Efficiency
New Technologies in Cutting & Trimming
by: Dianna Brodine A complex printed project begins with consultations between customer, printer and binder. The possibilities are discussed, printing and folding options are weighed, and a plan to reach the desired outcome is developed. Once the printed material reaches the bindery, an inaccurate or ragged cut can compromise days or even weeks of work and material. Since … [Read more...] about New Technologies in Cutting & Trimming