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                                    Soft Touch CoatingsSoft Touch Coatings, give printed materials a velvety, smooth texture. Uses: Packaging, book covers, business cards, and promotional materials to provide a luxurious, tactile sensation.Holographic FoilsHolographic Foils, produce a dynamic, three-dimensional visual effect that changes as the viewing angle shifts. Uses: Packaging, security documents, promotional materials, and labels, offering both anti-counterfeiting features and striking visual appeal.Cutting & CreasingAfter printing, products typically require cutting and creasing to facilitate easier folding. Cutting is commonly performed with a guillotine, though die-cutting is also employed. In die-cutting, a specialized punch with cutting blades is used; the paper is positioned, and the punch is pressed down to cut the material. Creasing helps with folding and prevents cracking, using a similar technique to die-cutting but with blunt blades.Pearlescent and Iridescent InksPearlescent and Iridescent Inks, feature particles that produce a delicate shimmering effect, with the ability to reflect a spectrum of colours. As the viewing angle or lighting changes, different hues become visible, adding depth and nuance. Uses: Packaging, greeting cards, invitations, and promotional materials, providing a refined and sophisticated shine.EncapsulationEncapsulation provides extra protection, durability and water resistance. It involves placing the sheet inside a rigid strong plastic pouch and heating it, resulting in the product having a sealed plastic border. Uses: Menus, signs, placemats or anything that%u2019s used outdoors, is going to be regularly handled or needs extra coverage.35
                                
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