Cardboard Die Cutting Roller Press

A cardboard die cutting roller press is a machine used to precisely cut, crease, and sometimes perforate cardboard and similar materials into specific shapes. These machines are crucial in the packaging, printing, and craft industries for creating custom boxes, displays, labels, and other products.

Cardboard Die Cutting Roller Press

How it Works:

A roller press, often referred to as a roller die cutter when using cylindrical dies, operates by passing the material (cardboard, in this case) and a “cutting die” through a set of rollers under high pressure.

  1. The Die: The heart of the process is the cutting die. For a roller press, this is typically a “steel rule die,” which consists of sharp steel blades (rules) and creasing rules embedded in a flat wooden or composite board. For rotary die cutters, the die itself is cylindrical, with the cutting and creasing elements formed onto its surface.
  2. Material Feeding: The cardboard sheet or roll is fed into the machine, usually between two rollers.
  3. Pressure Application: The cutting die is placed on top of the material (or, in a rotary system, the material passes between the cylindrical die and an anvil roller). As the material and die pass through the rollers, intense pressure is applied.
  4. Cutting and Creasing: The sharp edges of the steel rules cut through the cardboard, while the creasing rules press indentations into it, allowing for precise folding.
  5. Ejection/Stripping: After passing through the rollers, the cut and creased cardboard emerges. Excess material (waste) is then removed, either manually or by an automated stripping system, leaving behind the finished product.

Advantages of Using a Cardboard Die Cutting Roller Press:

  • Precision and Accuracy: Die cutting ensures consistent and highly accurate cuts, creases, and perforations, crucial for product quality and aesthetics. Tolerances can be as fine as +/- 0.1mm.
  • Efficiency and Speed: Roller presses, especially rotary models, are designed for high-speed, continuous operation, making them very efficient for large-scale production and high-volume orders. They can process thousands of sheets per hour.
  • Versatility: These machines can handle a wide range of materials beyond cardboard, including various grades of paperboard, corrugated cardboard (single, double, and triple wall), plastics (PET, PVC, PP), foam, leather, and laminates. They can also accommodate different material thicknesses.
  • Customization: Die cutting allows for the creation of intricate and unique designs, shapes, and sizes, enabling businesses to produce custom packaging and products that stand out.
  • Waste Reduction: Optimized die cutting processes minimize material waste, which directly impacts raw material costs and contributes to sustainability efforts. Many machines also have waste removal systems.
  • Consistency: The automated and controlled process ensures consistent results across large production runs, maintaining quality control.
  • Labor and Time Savings: Automating the cutting process significantly reduces the need for manual labor, saving time and costs while increasing overall productivity.
  • Enhanced Safety: Modern roller presses are equipped with safety features like emergency stop buttons, sensors, and guards to protect operators.
ModelGERSON GRDC
Max Cutting Force(T)From 10 Tons to 200 Tons
Distance between Shafts:0 – 100 mm
Speed6-8 cycles/min
Cutting area(mm)(200-3000)X(300-3000)mm
Based on your material and die
Example: 1600X600mm etc.,
Shafts diameter:200mm-350 mm
Electric Power220V/380V/415V,50-60hz etc.,
Motor power0.75Kw  to 22KW

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