Make a Good Impression

In addition, once makeready is complete, it's necessary to have quality equipment to ensure accurate control and advance of the foil. "[This] ensures optimum usage and minimum waste," said Chris Raney, VP, folding cartons, Bobst Group USA Inc.

Heating basics

Heat is no small factor in the stamping and embossing processes. Speaking specifically of sheetfed stamping, the ability to maintain consistent heat and alter heat within zones on the run is essential, Hutchison said. "This is critical in job efficiency—getting the job made ready and keeping the job performing at the same levels throughout the run," he said. "Heat greatly affects the way the sheet reacts to the foil stamping and embossing, as well as to the foil itself."