THE PROCESS of embossing combines both heat and pressure to create designs. A metal sheet is drawn through roller dies, which produces a pattern or design on the metal sheet. Different patterns can be created depending on the type of roller dies used.In addition, the embossing manufacturing process is used in medium to high production runs, can produce unlimited patterns, and can reproduce a product with no variation. It provides a three dimensional or raised effect on selected areas.
A blind emboss does not use ink or foil to highlight the selected area, providing a subtle image on the material. A registered emboss aligns the embossed image with ink, foil, punching, or a second embossed image.
Debossing is simply the opposite of embossing. Instead of having the paper raised in certain areas, it is sunken or indented. The die is often made of materials such as magnesium, copper or brass. Pressure is applied to the front side of a substrate, forcing the material down from the surface.
Benefits: provides greater detail and gives the appearance of value
Drawbacks: limited embossed and debossed shapes and texture fills
Common Applications: business cards, letterhead, envelopes, seals of authenciity in government forms, legal documents, certificates, and diplomas
Commercial Printing 