Install embossing plates

Description

Glue an embossing plate to a copper backing plate and install this plate into the hot plate of the machine. Cut a piece of cardboard as big as the size of the plate and place it in the bed under the plate. Impress, glue, and align the cardboard, which then leaves a design or letters by pressurizing different contact points.

Alternative labels

installing embossing plates
build embossing plates
install wood embossing plate
mount embossing plates
set up embossing plates
construct embossing plates

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Install embossing plates is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Paper embosing press operator: Paper embossing press operators use a press to raise or recess certain areas of the medium, so as to create relief on the print. Two matching engraved dies are placed around the paper and pressure is applied to change the surface of the material.

Optional skill

Install embossing plates is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Install embossing plates – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022