System and method for installing and using graphical dies
US11148315B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 19, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 20, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41F16/0066
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for aligning and installing graphical dies onto an embossing press or foil stamping press is provided. The system includes a number of die support panels having a number of threaded openings disposed in columns and rows in a grid like fashion and identified with x and y axis indicia. The system also includes a number of dies with a number of apertures each identified with a pair of x and y axis indicia. Fasteners and indicia are used to align and attach the dies to the die support panels in a predetermined position. The system preferable further comprises one or more adjusters used to make minute positioning adjustments to the die after it is installed on the panel.
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