Inside the Factory: The Vital Role of CAD

Posted by Hartgraph 19th March 2024


At the heart of our operations lies our CAD department, an indispensable force driving creativity, precision, and problem-solving. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for innovation, our team orchestrates the journey of cartons from concept to reality, making them one of the busiest hubs within our facility.

Tasked with translating client specifications or sample dimensions into tangible designs, our experienced CAD team meticulously crafts cutter guides and prototypes using the latest technology. The CAD cutting machine, a marvel to behold, seamlessly executes intricate cuts, perforations, and creases, enabling us to produce accurate samples before full-scale production commences.

Here's a glimpse into the pivotal role and key functions of our CAD department:

  1. Versatile Carton Design: Our CAD experts excel in designing cartons of diverse shapes and sizes, tailored to meet the distinct requirements of each project. This versatility proves indispensable when catering to a spectrum of product types and client preferences.

  2. Tailored Fitments: From delicate to bulky items, our CAD team specializes in designing fitments that snugly accommodate products of varying dimensions and fragility levels, ensuring optimal protection during transit and storage.

  3. Innovative Solutions: Harnessing their creativity, our CAD professionals conceive carton designs featuring unique shapes and inventive opening mechanisms, enhancing shelf appeal and capturing consumer attention.

  4. Functional Packaging: Whether for shipping or retail display, our CAD wizards craft cartons equipped with practical features like security strips, meeting the diverse packaging needs of different industries.

  5. Strength and Reliability: For items requiring robust packaging, our CAD specialists engineer designs that prioritize strength and durability, safeguarding products against damage throughout the supply chain.

  6. Eco-friendly Designs: Embracing sustainability, our CAD team develops glue-free carton designs that not only minimize environmental impact but also streamline production processes and costs.

  7. Precision Technical Drawings: Detailed technical drawings serve as the blueprint for flawless carton manufacturing, ensuring adherence to specifications and uncompromising quality.

  8. Client Collaboration: Integral to the approval process, our CAD department produces blank dummy cartons for client evaluation, facilitating feedback and minimizing potential issues before mass production.

  9. Seamless Integration: Leveraging cutting-edge technology, our CAD unit seamlessly integrates with digital presses, expediting pre-production sampling and enabling clients to visualize and endorse carton designs efficiently.

In essence, our CAD department embodies a nexus of innovation, efficiency, and excellence in carton manufacturing. With a track record of delivering superior solutions, our Amersham-based facility stands ready to meet the diverse printing and finishing needs of clients across industries.

Ready to elevate your packaging game? Reach out to us at print@hartgraph.co.uk or 01628 810523, and let's embark on your next carton venture together.

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