Cutting, Stripping, and Blanking

The Cutting Series provides a comprehensive look into the various cutting techniques and processes used in packaging production. From platen cutting to digital die-cutting, this series covers the essential methods that contribute to efficient and high-quality packaging. It is aimed at professionals involved in manufacturing, production, and tooling, offering both foundational and advanced knowledge to optimize cutting operations.

Harold Leete

North America Director of Sales, Folding Carton Division

BOBST

Harold Leete is an accomplished sales executive with over 25 years of experience in the printing and packaging industry. Currently serving as the North America Director of Sales for the Folding Carton division at BOBST, Harold leads a team of Regional Sales Managers and oversees national accounts for companies with multiple manufacturing locations across North America. Before this role, he spent nearly 11 years at HP Inc., where he held various positions, including HP Indigo Sales Account Manager and Business Development Manager for Industrial Print.

Harold’s career also includes significant experience as a Regional Sales Manager at BOBST and sales roles at Heidelberg and Bottcher America Corp. His expertise spans folding cartons, digital printing, print on demand, offset printing, and packaging. Earlier in his career, Harold served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, where he completed several leadership courses and earned the distinction of Honor Graduate in the Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course.

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Cutting Overview
10.1 Cutting Overview - Learning Objectives
In this session, students will be introduced to the fundamentals and history of platen die cutting in the folding carton industry. They will explore the components of the die cutting process, the evolution of equipment, and key terminology used in the field.
10.1 Cutting Overview - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  5 minutes
Open to view video.  |  5 minutes
10.1 Cutting Overview - Assessment
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/10 points to pass
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/10 points to pass
Feeder and Platen Sections
10.2 Feeder and Feed Table - Learning Objectives
This lesson focuses on the feeder and feed table components, which are critical to the platen cutting process.
10.2 Feeder and Feed Table - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  3 minutes
Open to view video.  |  3 minutes
10.2 Feeder and Feed Table - Assessment
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/11 points to pass
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/11 points to pass
10.3 Platen Cutting - Learning Objectives
In this lesson, students dive deeper into the mechanics of platen cutting itself.
10.3 Platen Cutting - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  4 minutes
Open to view video.  |  4 minutes
10.3 Platen Cutting - Assessment
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/11 points to pass
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/11 points to pass
Stripping and Blanking
10.4 Stripping and Blanking - Learning Objectives
Students will explore key historical advancements in the die-cutting process.
10.4 Stripping and Blanking - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  6 minutes
Open to view video.  |  6 minutes
10.4 Stripping and Blanking - Assessment
6 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/9 points to pass
6 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/9 points to pass
10.5 Air Hammer Stripping - Learning Objectives
In this lesson on air hammer stripping, students will look at when and why this manual process is used in carton production.
10.5 Air Hammer Stripping - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  2 minutes
Open to view video.  |  2 minutes
Delivery
10.6 Delivery - Learning Objectives
Students will be able to identify and explain the functions and operations of the stripping delivery system and the blanking delivery system.
10.6 Delivery - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  4 minutes
Open to view video.  |  4 minutes
10.6 Delivery - Assessment
3 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  5/7 points to pass
3 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  5/7 points to pass
Value Added Processes: Embossing, Debossing, Hot Foil Stamping
10.7 Value Added Processes (Embossing, Debossing, Hot Foil Stamping) - Learning Objectives
Students will be able to distinguish between embossing and debossing, identify the materials used, and explain their application in the folding carton industry.
10.7 Value Added Processes (Embossing, Debossing, Hot Foil Stamping) - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  6 minutes
Open to view video.  |  6 minutes
10.7 Value Added Processes (Embossing, Debossing, Hot Foil Stamping) - Assessment
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  7/9 points to pass
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  7/9 points to pass
10.8 Rotary Die Cutting - Learning Objectives
In this module, learners will gain a clear understanding of rotary die cutting, including how it compares to flatbed die cutting and its role in high-speed packaging production.
10.8 Rotary Die Cutting - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  7 minutes
Open to view video.  |  7 minutes
10.8 Rotary Die Cutting - Assessment
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/11 points to pass
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/11 points to pass
10.5 Air Hammer Stripping - Assessment
3 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  4/5 points to pass
3 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  4/5 points to pass