FORME CUTTING

Forme cutting and die cutting utilize the same process to cut or perforate images out of paper or cardboard using a block-mounted forme or die which incorporates metal blades shaped in the required image; and are used on a letterpress cylinder. 

The term Forme Cutting is generally used in conjunction with products that require assembly, such as presentation folders whilst die cutting is generally used in conjunction with perforated full push-out image areas. It is not uncommon for either term to refer to both processes.

For extremely high volumes of products requiring die or forme cutting, industrial presses are available which undertake the entire process in an automated process and at high speeds.