Compared to creasing, micro-perforating is a more specialised, and generally, less required print finishing application. But without a doubt, when a micro-perforating need does appear in the production schedule, the requirement for quality is just as high

But what are the options?

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Well we all know of the perforating accessories supplied with folding machines, and you've probably battled with them.

Despite the benefit of the high running speed of the folding machine, the coarse, puncturing effect of the blade-against-anvil design leaves an unsightly finish with a ridge on the underside of the sheet. When sheets are stacked, the ridge forms an oval-shaped pile of perforated sheets which can mean more troublesome guillotining. Not to mention the inevitable dust deposits that accumulates from such an aggressive puncturing action.

"But we perform our micro-perforating on a press...", I hear you say...

Well, this way does have its benefits. It is proven that flat-bed methods give better, finer results. But consider the increased production cost per sheet on your presses when adding the micro-perforating application to this stage of the process. Another drawback is the repeated smashed blankets that are a consequence to this method of micro-perforating. Would it not be best to leave your presses freed up for more valuable and profitable work whilst avoiding the replacement cost of the smashed blankets?

Further still, perhaps you are in the habit of outsourcing your perforation requirements because you do not have the capacity to perform this operation in house? There is some convenience to this: simply send it off for somebody else to do the work whilst you concentrate on another task.

But there is a major risk here.

Firstly, outsourcing is not so favourable in cases where a quick turnaround is required. A failed delivery deadline is nobody's friend.

Secondly, you are losing control of your production quality this way. Is there any guarantee that the operator will have the same high quality standards as you for the job you are entrusting to them?

Surely there is another solution?

Just imagine...A method to produce micro-perforating at the top running speed of a folding machine, which matches or supersedes the quality of existing flat-bed methods, and all of this whilst retaining production quality control in-house, ensuring your satisfaction when signing the job off.

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Introducing Tech-ni-Fold's True Micro-perforating technology compatible with folding machines

The Tech-ni-Fold Micro-Perforator is the world's only rotary action solution that replicates the proven micro-perf results you see come from a flatbed cylinder.

Here are just some of the benefits of the Tech-ni-Fold Micro-Perforator:

• No installation required, simply slide onto the folding machine slitter shafts for quick & easy operation
• Produces sheets that will run through laser printers and copiers at the speed of a folding machine
• Saves thousands on replacing printing press blankets
• Frees up your printing press and die cutter for more profitable work
• Completely eliminates micro-perf outsourcing

Here is what Russell Bangs, Bindery Manager at Haslam Printers Ltd, UK has to say:

"The Micro-Perf tool from Tech-ni-Fold has been an essential part of our finishing operation for many years now.

The tool has replaced all such devices that came before, simply because it produces a much better result, the perf lies flat, meaning that there is no bulking up of sheets when we stack them up for other finishing processes..."

Perforated Paper

Perforated paper is a sheet of paper or card stock that has perforated lines of very small holes punched into the paper. This perforation allows parts of the sheet to be separated simply by folding and tearing along the dotted line. We offer two kinds of perforation:

• Micro perforation contains 30 perforations per inch. It is normally used for separating items on a sheet.
• Macro perforation, also called stub perforation, contains 12 perforations per inch. It is sturdier and can withstand more handling than the micro perforation. It is used for detachable stubs on tickets.

Here's an example of a 4 columns, 2 rows perforation layout with (optional) horizontal stub perforations across all pieces. With the 8.5" x 11" stock, it gives you 8 easily separable tickets from each sheet, each ticket sized 5.5" x 2.125", with a 1.5" tear-away stub.

We can perforate paper or card stock in any size or type of paper with any number of perforations placed exactly where you want them on the page. Here are your options:

• Choose one of our many standard perforated paper layouts on 8.5" x 11" stock or on 8.5" x 14" stock
• Create your own custom configuration, ecactly to your specifications, with our custom perforated paper tool
• Or, simply call us at  888.509. and we'll take care of all your perforated paper needs!

Perforatedpaper.com offers custom perforated paper and perforated card stock at the lowest mass production prices. Our perforated papers can be used for tickets, certificates, business forms, labels, and printing of all kinds. In addition to perforated paper, we also offer a selection of pre-punched paper of popular specifications.

Need to print on your perforated paper? We have you covered! With more than 15 years of experience printing on state of the art digital presses, we can save you time and ensure great quality if you let Perforated Paper handle printing for you.

We process orders within 3 business days. Orders placed by can be processed within 24 hours, although special rush charges will apply. We can also custom-perforate paper to your exact specifications within three business days. We also offer a wide variety of shipping methods to get your order to you as quickly as you need it.

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