Die cutters are the most valuable asset any crafter or printing press can have. This is why they have gradually become the most in demand equipment in the various fields of crafting and advertising.

Why is everyone buying one?

• It is versatile. The die cutter can cut through paper, cards, foam, fabric and foil almost anything that requires cutting in crafting.
• It is quick. The machine makes cutting products a fairly speedy process compared to any manual labor you might currently be using.
• It is precise. The dies help you cut the most abnormal, intricate design with perfect precision. Resulting in a clean printing job.

Due to these benefits the end results are ground breaking .They give your products a certain creative edge with their intricate and unusual eye-catching cuts.

Here is a list of factors that guide you on how to buy a die cutter machine that is a perfect fit for your business.

The Types:

Die cutter machines come in two main types:

Manual: 

The manual die cutter operates with a hand crank that pushes your material in the slot where the cutting process takes place. You must be careful to align your die with the material to get precise results. The machine is portable and affordable only for those crafting as a hobby. If the products you are creating have a bigger demand then this type is a time consuming waste.

Electronic:

Electronics are bigger and better. They are automatic and do not require you to align or adjust the dies manually. Additionally, electronic dies come with software that helps you customize your dies.

The Cost:

A die cutting machine is a big investment.

To get your money’s worth; do not just look at the price tag. Look at the big picture!

 The machine needs to suit all your printing requirements and be flexible to the kind of products you produce. A cheaper version that prints three of the five things you make is money down the drain. Do not let the machine limit your creativity and production.

Also remember that a die cutter is not the end of your shopping. You also need to add in the money for cartridges, accessories, tools, blades and cost for software upgrades into your budget.

If you choose correctly it will all be worth it.

The Purpose:

Like we mentioned earlier your purchase depends highly on the reason behind the action.

Look carefully at the specs of the machine.

Ask questions like:

• Does it cut through all the materials you use?
• Does it emboss and engrave designs too?
• Will it handle the pressure of your printing demands?
• Are the pre-set dies compatible with your machine?
• Can you customize your own dies?

The Space, Size and Portability:

Just like buying a piece of furniture you need to make sure if your purchase fits in the workplace.

If portability is what you are looking for then pick smaller efficient machines but be ready to face the restrictions they come with in terms of productivity.

Check the specification many overlook: the cutting width of the machine indicates the maximum cutting width your designs can have.

The Support System:

You cannot gloat over a state of the art machine that no one knows how to operate. Make sure that the die cutter you buy has a comprehensible manual. That the software has a low learning curve and can be easily used.

Look for companies that cater all your die cutting needs and provide support and guidance to ease you into the product.

Beek Graphic Trading offers all this and more and visit their website to  order your flexible and affordable die cutter now!