Die Cutting in Oldham, Greater Manchester
Premium die cutting for Oldham businesses. Elevate your packaging with stunning finishes and free shipping.
Die Cutting Benefits
Die Cutting | Custom Shape Packaging Production
Die cutting transforms flat board into shaped packaging using precision steel-rule dies. Every custom box shape, window cutout, perforation, and fold line begins with die cutting technology.
Standard and custom dies. Cutting, creasing, and perforating in one operation. 3-5 day die production. Stored for future reorders.
Shaping Your Packaging
Die cutting is the manufacturing process that transforms flat printed board into shaped packaging components. Custom steel-rule dies cut board into any shape, create fold lines, perforate tear-strips, and punch window openings. Every non-rectangular packaging element relies on die cutting technology.
Steel-Rule Die Technology
Our steel-rule dies are precision-manufactured from hardened steel blades mounted in wooden bases. Cutting rules slice through board cleanly. Creasing rules create fold lines without cutting. Perforating rules create tear lines. The combination of these elements in a single die produces complete packaging blanks in one press operation.
Quick Specs
- Minimum Order
- 100 units
- Production Time
- 2-3 weeks
- Free Shipping
- Yes
- Location
- Oldham, Greater Manchester
- Type
- structural
Best For
Affordable sample kits available
Works Great With
Die Cutting pairs beautifully with these box styles.
Tuck End Boxes
Classic design with tuck-in closures on both ends
Magnetic Closure Boxes
Premium rigid boxes with magnetic snap closure
Sleeve Boxes
Sliding sleeve and tray packaging for a premium reveal
Pillow Boxes
Curved pillow-shaped boxes for gifts and small products
Gable Boxes
Handled gable-top boxes for food and gifts
Two-Piece Boxes
Classic lid and base box construction for premium presentation
Other Finishes in Oldham
Explore more premium finishing options for your packaging.
Gloss Lamination
High-shine reflective finish that intensifies colours
Matte Lamination
Elegant non-reflective finish with sophisticated feel
Soft-Touch Lamination
Velvety tactile finish that invites touch and communicates luxury
Spot UV
Selective high-gloss coating on specific design elements
Raised Spot UV
Thick, tactile raised gloss coating for dimensional effects
Gold Foil Stamping
Metallic gold foil pressed onto packaging surfaces
Die Cutting FAQs
What is die cutting?
Die cutting uses custom steel-rule dies to cut, crease, and perforate flat board into shaped packaging components. It is the fundamental process for producing non-rectangular packaging shapes.
How long does it take to make a die?
Standard dies are produced in 3-5 working days. Complex dies may require additional time. Once made, dies are stored for future reorders at no additional cost.
Is there a cost for the die?
Yes, custom dies have a one-time tooling cost that varies with size and complexity. The die is then used for all subsequent production runs without additional tooling charges.
Can dies create perforations and fold lines?
Yes, a single die can incorporate cutting rules, creasing rules, and perforating rules to create complete packaging blanks including all folds, tears, and cuts in one operation.
How precise is die cutting?
Steel-rule die cutting achieves precision of approximately 0.5mm. For applications requiring higher precision, laser cutting is available as an alternative.
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