If you are considering folding and gluing for your Chicago business, you have come to the right place! We are Chicago’s folding and gluing experts and have been helping professionals like you with all of their print finishing needs since 1976. Folding and gluing is one of our specialities and we would love to take this opportunity to tell you more about it. Folding and gluing is what ultimately brings a packaging or pocket folder design together and understanding the different stages of it is useful for creating successful designs. In addition to adhesives, it is important to understand how different folds end up creating a design. So to keep things simple, we are going to list four basic facts about folding and gluing to help you learn a little more about it. And, when you’re ready to make folding and gluing work for your business, don’t hesitate to call the experts at Larkin Industries!

What is it?

Folding and gluing is the process of transforming flat die-cut material into finished folders, promotional material, or envelopes.

What material can be used for automated folding and gluing?

Our folding and gluing machines are versatile when it comes to the stock they are capable of and can even be configured numerous ways to satisfy your unique request. Possible materials include paper, cardboard, plastic and more.

What is essential for successful folding and gluing?

One essential element in a successful folding and gluing project is its design. Accurate design dimensions, using a calibrated steel rule and laser cutting dies, are essential during the folding and gluing process.

Scoring is another essential part. A score is a crease on a folding carton to prevent cracking when folding takes place. The score lines are determined in the initial design process and are created during the die-cutting process.

Are there processes that can be combined with folding and gluing?

Yes, “tipping” or onserting is great when used in conjunction with folding and gluing. It is the automated gluing of items to direct mail pieces, covers, packages, backers, signatures and other carriers. You can have product samples, cardboard credit cards and more affixed to your promotional item.

And, these are just the basics when it comes to folding and gluing. Ready to get started? Let us know what you want done and we will find a way to make it happen! We have the technology and equipment to perform all of your print finishing efficiently and cost-effectively.

For more about folding and gluing for your Chicago area business, feel free to visit with us for more information on what we can do to help your business. Call Larkin Industries at 651-645-6000, or you can Contact Us.