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How to Make Embossing Dies In-House
A quick and low cost solution to making Embossing dies is by using Photopolymer Plates. Being able to make Die’s and counterforces in-house can make life easier and reduce cost, especially when short runs and quick turnarounds are concerned. Photopolymer plates are a useful option that can be used to solve a problem. Correcting mistakes…
uEmboss Degassing Vacuum Chamber DVC-C1
The uEmboss DVC Counterforce Resin Degassing Vacuum Chamber is an essential piece of equipment for any company wanting to produce or are producing counterforces. Produce bubble free counterforces by de-aerating embossing resin. A quick and effective system that is a must for every counterforce making facility. Low maintenance system. Cylinder chamber made of stainless-steel. Powerful…

Making Embossing Counterforces using 2 Part Putty
A Quick Guide on How to make Embossing Counterforce using 2-Part Putty Systems Process of making Embossing Counterforces: First make or order in your Die. Your Die can be made using our Embossing grade Photopolymer Plate or an etched, hand chiseled or a CNC engraved metal Die. Place a sheet of suitable oversized Release Film…
How to Handle Epoxy Resins
Regardless of which Counterforce System you plan to use or are currently using, the way you handle the resins is the same. If the fibreglass backing board is prepared correctly you will get an incredibly strong bond between the two. Working in a clean dust free area helps. The Epoxy Counterforce Systems are two-part systems…
Make Negatives for Trident Photopolymer Plates
Negatives for Trident Photopolymer Plates There are a number of different ways to make negatives for Photopolymer plate but we only recommend photographic negatives. This data sheet will explain the reasons why we only recommend these types of negatives. Typical methods of making negatives: 1. Laser Negative.2. Inkjet Negative.3. Laser Foil Negative.4. Photographic Negative.4a. Image…
Typical Pre-made Counterforce Issues
When ordering dies from a Die Maker you generally order matching counterforces as well. Sometimes you will encounter issues with the counterforces. Below are typical but not necessarily a comprehensive list of issues a user can encounter and mess up your work flow. Problems: Embossing Counterforces too soft. Counterforce delaminating from backing material. Broken or…