Our Process

Computer-to-Plate (CTP) Technology

Bunting® is using the most sophisticated Computer-to-Plate (CTP) technology which eliminates the need for photographic film which is widely used by other flexible die manufacturers. The use of CTP technology eliminates one generation or “transfer” of the film image to the plate. This in turn increases sharpness and accuracy and also allows plates to be produced faster and more consistently.

100% Machine Sharpened and Nickel Hardened

Bunting® is one of a very limited number of companies that is using a CNC mill designed solely for sharpening flexible dies. This ensures the accuracy of our dies and as a result, only 100% machine sharpened dies are manufactured.

With tolerances that mirror those of the tight tolerance Bunting’s X-Treme cylinder, X-treme dies only need to be machined on one side. No back grinding is needed to hit tolerances.

The result is a better die edge produced more efficiently with the accuracy you can only get from an X-treme die. Unlike other flexible die manufacturers, Bunting® has chosen to produce only a top of the line, fully hardened die. No dies are sold that have not been 100% chemically hardened. This increases the life of the die exponentially without distorting the die edge as high temperature hardening often does.

Thorough Inspection

Following the hardening process, all dies are proofed with a precision die cutting module for accuracy and performance. Proof sheets are checked under a high power magnifier for cleanliness of cut and a special malachite stain test to examine the liner for evidence of unwanted liner penetration which will cause a die to wear out prematurely.

Quality Service

Whether you need a short run die for a couple hundred impressions or a long run die for several million impressions, Bunting® guarantees a die that will surpass your expectations.

Bunting® is meticulous in the manufacturing process for our flexible dies. We have production and delivery times which will surpass industry standards. All dies ordered will be shaped same day through our overnight carrier partners. Our thorough quality assurance tests ensure a consistent and reliable product. Our dies are packaged in special paper to protect them from moisture and are shipped in such a way to guarantee that our dies arrive in pristine condition and ready for use.