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THE COMPANY
World Leader
The Company as part of the BHLERUDDEHOLM Precision Strip Division is the world leader in the production of bimetal strip for metal saws, rule die steel for the leather and textile industry as well as high-precision steel rules for the die cutting of packaging materials. In addition cold-rolled special strip steel with the highest requirements for material properties, surface nish and tolerances is produced. The Groups visions and shared values are in line with the philosophy and strategy of BHLER-UDDEHOLM Precision Strip. These include: We practice customer intimacy We put customer satisfaction at the centre of our attention. Our customers success is the foundation for our own success. Therefore, the goal of all our efforts is to create value together with our customers. We are empowered professionals The performance of our Group strongly depends on networks with empowered people. We develop our employees talents and competencies and apply them in a self motivating climate. We delegate targets, not tasks. We do what we say We do what we say is the key element that makes our networks function smoothly, quickly and reliable. Our reputation builds trust and allows us to outperform competition. We are committed for the long term Our continued protable performance ensures our sustainable development. We shape the future We are an innovative Group and technological leader. We are the industrys trendsetter.
Our Expertise
We are specialised in the processing of medium- and high-alloy steels, focussed on specialities in the following product range: Cutting, creasing and rotary rules Rule die steel Bimetal strip Cold-rolled special strip steel
Customer Benets
We are your problem solver. Our product recommendations strive for maximum customer satisfaction.
GENERAL INFORMATION
All necessary production steps from the selection of the best suitable raw material to the nished cutting rule take place in the unique production facilities of Bhler-Uddeholm Precision Strip in Austria/Europe. Specic operating procedures (cold rolling, heat treatment, edge machining, bevel hardening, ) using state-of-the-art production lines guarantee the production of cutting rules with optimal product features and properties. We carefully select our raw material suppliers. Perfect raw materials are the prerequisite for high quality steel rules.
PRODUCTION RANGE
Bhler cutting, scoring and label rules are separated into two main groups, illustrating the optimum properties for the respective applications:
Through-hardened Rules:
These rules have a uniformly high hardness on the cutting edge and in the body. Special heat treatment produces a particular grain structure and a soft, ductile outer skin, which facilitates the required bendability. The cutting edge is usually shaved (longitudinally worked), with a very high dimensional accuracy.
TOP
This all-purpose steel rule from BHLER offers good bendability and is suitable for low runs. Used for: Cardboard, corrugated board,
Hardness:
body ~ 450 HV (45 HRC) edge Bendability: = 80 (2 pt rule) R ~ 0,3 mm Thickness: (pt) 1,1 / 1,5 / 2 / 3 / 4 Heights: 8,0 100 mm (depending on thickness) 0.276 3.937 Edge nish: S Packaging: magenta
H 75
A very hard rule, which can be bent to 85 due to controlled surface decarburisation. It offers the highest stability and performance during difcult cutting operations. Used for: Gaskets, rubber, plywood, cork, felt, beer mats,
Hardness:
body edge Bendability: (2 pt rule) Thickness: (pt) Heights: (depending on thickness) Edge nish: Packaging:
~ 525 HV (51 HRC) = 85 R ~ 1,7 mm 2/3/4 9,55 100 mm 0.376 3.937 S red
Edge-hardened Rules:
In addition to the properties offered by through-hardened rules, these types have an induction hardened cutting edge. Therefore, these rules provide an excellent wear resistance and long die life. Bevels are available with a drawn, ground and polished cutting edge nish.
UNIVERSAL
has the excellent bending properties of soft steel, with the long service life of an extra hard cutting edge and can, therefore, be universally used. Used for: Cardboard, corrugated board, labels, post cards,
Hardness:
~ 340 HV (35 HRC) ~ 640 HV (57 HRC) = 60 R ~ 0,3 mm 1,1 / 1,5 / 2 / 3 / 4 8,0 50,8 mm 0.315 2.000 S, G, P orange
UNIVERSAL 40
offers higher body hardness resulting in increased rule stability. This rule better stands overload during die cutting operation. Used for: Cardboard, corrugated board, labels, post cards,
Hardness:
body ~ 390 HV (40 HRC) edge ~ 640 HV (57 HRC) Bendability: = 70 (2 pt - shaved) R ~ 0,35 mm Thickness: (pt) 1,1 / 1,5 / 2 / 3 / 4 Heights: 8,0 50,8 mm (depending on thickness) 0.315 2.000 Edge nish: S, G, P Packaging: orange
UNIVERSAL 60
combines the body hardness level of the TOP rule with the advantages of an induction hardened cutting edge. This means high rigidity, outstanding wear resistance and long service life. Used for: Plastic, thin gaskets, foils, puzzles,
Hardness:
body ~ 450 HV (45 HRC) edge ~ 640 HV (57 HRC) Bendability: = 80 (2 pt - shaved) R ~ 0,3 mm Thickness: (pt) 1,1 / 1,5 / 2 / 3 / 4 Heights: 8,0 100,0 mm (depending on thickness) 0.315 3.937 Edge nish: S, G, P Packaging: yellow
UNIVERSAL 75
offers excellent stability as well as wear resistance. Therefore, it is very well suited when cutting heavy materials such as non-asbestos gaskets, laminates, metal foils, plastics and other abrasive materials.
Hardness:
body edge Bendability: (2 pt rule) Thickness: (pt) Heights: (depending on thickness) Edge nish: Packaging:
~ 525 HV (51 HRC) ~ 670 HV (58 HRC) = 90 R ~ 1,7 mm 2/3/4 12,0 100,0 mm 0.472 3.937 S, G, P orange
BHLER TOP
= 80
0,3
0,3
0,6
1,1
BHLER H 75
BHLER UNIVERSAL
= 85
1,7
3,5
6,5
S G S
= 60 = 85 = 70
BHLER UNIVERSAL 40
BHLER UNIVERSAL 60
BHLER UNIVERSAL 75
G S
G S
= 90 = 80 = 85
0,3 0,3
0,4 0,3
0,6 0,6
0,5
0,5
0,6
1,1
(51 HRC)
(58 HRC)
G S = shaved G = ground
= 90
1,5 pt 0,53 mm
1,7 2 pt 0,71 mm
3,5 3 pt 1,05 mm
6,5 4 pt 1,42 mm
BHLER
CUTTING RULES
BHLER K-BACK
compensation back edge (K-back)
Cutting rules with at (rectangular) back eventually create problems when bending narrow angles because of the bulging effect on the cutting rule back. The unique BHLER K-back (compensation back) minimizes this effect and offers various benets: Minimizing of rule back deformation without broaching necessity (height compensation) Self levelling of the rule when high cutting force is applied. The rule back is attened slightly Knifes with round back execution t easier into plywood slots in comparison with square shaped rule backs
SF
CFDB
SFDB
P: Polished Bevel
Polished cutting rules combine the benets of shaved (drawn) and ground (sharpened) execution in one rule. The result is a very smooth (ne grain) surface offering: dust reduction less friction when the rule penetrates into the cutting material cleaner cutting faces improved bending properties in the rule top edge compared to ground execution rounding off the transition zone between cutting bevel and body
This execution is also available with polished double bevel (PL) in CFDB and SFDB.
rounded
The Supreme cutting rule was originally developed for the label industry with the goal to restrict the build-up of adhesive on the cutting edge. This type of rule is now used successfully in a variety of applications. It has gained reputation for dust-reduction for boards with increased recycled bre content. Supreme-coating signicantly reduces mechanical wear and tear on the cutting edge thereby considerably increases the cutting die lifetime. In the same way the required press force is substantially lowered, which contributes considerably to extending the life of expensive automatic platens. Product Information: By means of a special process the cutting bevel of the Supreme rule is coated with a thin anti-friction-lm which lls the microscopically small pores and marks on the cutting edge and thereby adds to the smoothness of the bevel surface. Supreme coated rules are offered in Universal and Universal 60. Special Characteristics: dust-reduced cutting reduction of press force thus less wear on die cutting equipment reduction of friction between cutting edge and cutting material substantially increased service life of the die
SUPREME coating
soft, ductile
TINIT (TiN)
Tinit cutting rule bevels are coated with a thin TiN-layer of approx. 1 micron. The unique feature of TINIT coating is its extreme hardness of ~ 2400 HV based on a hardened cutting edge with ~ 640 HV. Bendability, body structure, cutting geometry and dimensions are comparable to our standard Bhler Universal rule. TINIT is available in shaved execution, in CF and CFDB (double bevel) and optional in Universal 60.
TINIT rule benefits: signicantly increased die lifetime higher efciency in the converting process increase in productivity due to fewer die changes higher wear-resistance on cutting edge same good bendability as uncoated rule less dust in cutting process
soft, ductile
TEFLON
For sensitive applications we offer Teon coated rules on basis of BHLER UNIVERSAL. Teon coating reduces signicantly sticking effects in the die cutting process. Teon also supports anti-bacteria effects. Teon is available in 1.000 mm lengths.
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Rule thickness is a major parameter when bending on automated rule processors. Tight tolerances guarantee smooth operation with consistent bending results.
Classification: The height classication is only done when the rules are manufactured in cut lengths up to 1000 mm.
FORM TOLERANCES:
Cross Camber:
th: = max. 1 m/mm rule height h
Straightness:
tg: = max. 0,5 mm/1000 mm rule length l Autoex: max. 0,25 mm/1000 mm rule length l
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Creasing rules are used for embossing the folding lines of a box. Folding box designs and the precision of the nal products are becoming more demanding which requires the use of high quality creasing rules. Bhler creasing rules are adjusted in their accuracy to the Bhler cutting rules and offer: very smooth crease head surface a perfectly radiused, smooth prole a perfect transition from the radiused prole to the side faces of the rule minimum eccentricity minimum height and thickness tolerances SUPREME-coating on request
MANUFACTURING RANGE
BHLER offers creasing rules produced in two manufacturing methods, depending on the rule thickness:
Brand BHLER HT
BHLER HR
1,5 pt 0,53 mm
2 pt 0,71 mm
3 pt 1,05 mm
4 pt 1,42 mm
6 pt 2,13 mm
Single Round SR [pt] 1,5 2 3 4 6 [mm] 0,53 0,71 1,05 1,42 2,13
Double Round DR [pt] 1,5 2 3 [mm] 0,53 0,71 1,05 [pt] 2/1
Wide Top WRT / WFT [pt] [mm] 2/3 2/4 3/6 3/8 4/8 0,71/1,05 0,71/1,42 1,05/2,13 1,05/2,84 1,42/2,84
3/8 4/8
1,05/2,84 1,42/2,84
Standard
American style
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RANGE OF DIMENSIONS
[pt] 1,5 6 Rule Thickness s [mm] 0,53 2,13 [inch] 0.021 0.084 Standard Heights h [mm] [inch] 20,30 24,40 0.800 0.960 other rule heights on request
The determination of the creasing rules height depends on the cutting rule height and the thickness of the material to be cut.
DIMENSION TOLERANCES
Thickness Tolerance:
[pt] 1,5 2 3 4 6 Rule Thickness s [mm] 0,53 0,71 1,05 1,42 2,13 [inch] 0.021 0.028 0.041 0.056 0.084 Thickness Tolerance [mm] [inch] 0,015 0,015 0,020 0,020 0,025 0.0006 0.0006 0.0008 0.0008 0.0010
Height Tolerance:
Rule Height h [mm] 20,30 24,40 [inch] 0.800 0.960 [mm] Height Tolerance [inch] +0 / 0.0016 +0 / 0.0008 Standard Precise *) *) on request
+0 / 0,04 +0 / 0,02
PLASTIC-CREASE
Bhler Plastic-Crease is a special type of cut-crease rule to produce creasing lines in plastic sheet material (PET, PVC, etc.).
Plastic-Crease:
Very localised reduction of folding resistance prevents micro-cracks and whitening of the creasing track. Plastic-Crease creates less material displacement, creased parts therefore remain at.
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PERFORATING RULES
BHLER perforating rules are available in a wide range of various thicknesses and tooth/gap combinations. The spacing is usually given in mm. On request, we also manufacture in point and inch spacings. Minimum gap width is dened by rule thickness.
Brand: BHLER TOP Bevels: CF, CFDDB 0,71 / 1,05 / 1,42 mm Thickness: 2 pt / 3 pt / 4 pt 21,30 25,40 mm Heights: 0.840 1.000 Spacing P: tooth/gap
Brand: BHLER TOP Bevels: CF, CF/FT, CF/SR 0,71 / 1,05 / 1,42 mm Thickness: 2 pt / 3 pt / 4 pt HS = height of the cutting part Heights: HR = height of the creasing part Spacing P: cut/crease
Brand: BHLER TOP Bevel: CF 0,71 mm Thickness: 2 pt 23,32/23,50/23,60 mm Heights: 0.918/0.925/0.929 Spacing P: 0,71 / 0,71 mm (tooth/gap) 2 pt / 2 pt Wave Spacing W: 5,0 mm
Brand: BHLER TOP, UNI Bevels: CF, CFDB 0,71 / 1,05 mm Thickness: 2 pt / 3 pt 21,30 25,40 mm Heights: 0.840 1.000 2,0 mm super ne 3,5 mm very ne Wave Spacing W: 5,0 mm ne 7,0 mm medium 10,0 mm large
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STRIPPING RULES
BHLER stripping rules are the optimum solution for ejecting the waste material after the die cutting process. Perfect stripping ensures high die cutting speeds therefore the quality of stripping rules is always an issue. Our production range includes: at at, waved
Brand: BHLER TOP 36 Prole: FT (Flat Top) 1,05 mm Thickness: 3 pt 30/40/45/50/55 mm Heights: 1.181/1.575/1.772/ 1.969/2.165 3,5 mm very ne Wave Spacing W: 5,0 mm ne 7,0 mm medium 10,0 mm large
with teeth
Brand: BHLER TOP 36 Bevel: CF 1,05 mm Thickness: 3 pt 30/40/45/50/55 mm Heights: 1.181/1.575/1.772/ 1.969/2.165 Spacing P: 0,5/1,5 0,5/5 (tooth/gap) 0,5/10 mm Wave Spacing W: 7,0 mm medium
6,0 mm 8,0 mm
10,0 mm
Brand: BHLER TOP Bevel: CF 0,71 / 1,05 mm Thickness: 2 pt / 3 pt 21,30 25,40 mm Heights: 0.840 1.000 6,0 mm Tooth Spacing A: 8,0 mm 10,0 mm 12,0 mm straight angled part: Specication: 3/5 2/5 Packing: in pairs
12,0 mm
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SPACER RULES
Spacer rules ll gaps between steel rules and wider laser cuts within the die board or backll unwanted laser cuts within an existing die. The rules show a square cross sectional prole. BHLER spacer rules are available in all common wood sizes used in the die making industry.
Brand: BHLER HT / HR Prole: cut edges 0,18 2,13 mm Thickness: pt 6 pt 15, 17, 18, 20 mm Heights: 5/8, 3/4
COMPENSATION RULES
Compensation rules help to evenly distribute the cutting pressure within the die.
Brand: BHLER HR Prole: SR (single round) 23,80 (.937) x 2 pt Dimension: (others on request) Height tolerance: 0,020 mm 0.0008
PACKING UNITS
All Rule Types:
(except of wave edge-, glue ap-, zipper and waved stripping rules)
Rule Thickness [pt] 1,3 1,4 1,5 2 3 4 6 [mm] 0,45 0,50 0,53 0,71 1,05 1,42 2,13 [inch] 0.018 0.020 0.021 0.028 0.041 0.056 0.084 Packing Units (in pieces) for Rule Heights of: 8 15 mm > 15 27 mm > 27 40 mm > 40 100 mm A B A B 120 100 100 75 50 40 150 140 140 100 60 50 30 120 100 100 70 50 34 24
35 25 17 12
35 25 17 12
24 16
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FORMS OF DELIVERY
Cut Lengths:
BHLER steel rules are produced in standard lengths of 1.000 mm and 762 mm (30 inches) respectively. High cutting rules (30 100 mm) are additionally offered in lengths of 1.500 mm (59 inches) from stock.
Coils:
Material delivered in coils is packed in dispenser boxes or if steel strapped (radial) in corresponding coil packaging. Dispenser boxes: Dispenser boxes allow easy pull of the rule out of the box for just the rule length required thus minimizing rule waste. These boxes additionally protect the rule and are a safe way of storage. Standard coil boxes: For automatic bending machines various types of coils are offered. Based on the machine type the inner diameter and winding direction have to be specied. The standard inner diameters are 356 mm and 400 mm. Further diameters are available upon request. Coil Winding Directions: R: Standard winding direction view on cutting bevel 6 outside printing RI: Standard winding direction view on cutting bevel 6 inside printing RU: Reverse winding direction view on cutting bevel inside printing If winding direction and inner diameter are not specied, our standard delivery form is 6 and 400 mm.
Standard "6" Rule Thickness [pt] [mm] 1,5 2 3 4 Standard coil lengths [m] [ft] Reverse " "
0,53 100 250 / 328 0,71 100 250/ 328 1,05 60 165 1,42 50 125 for heights > 15 27 mm
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QUALITY ASSURANCE
OUR TARGET
Quality Competence
With over 130 years experience in converting of steel into components for high-grade nal products we honor the concept of a good partnership. For us the rst step towards an optimum solution is to understand our customers demands. Quality is an essential part of our corporate culture and this is reected in all areas of our business activities. Close relationship with customers, reliability and quick decision-making are essential elements of our organisation. Many of our innovations and solutions are constantly enhanced for the benet of our customers. BHLER-UDDEHOLM Precision Strip has the most up-to-date laboratory and testing knowledge. We are of course certied according to EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 14001 (environmental approval).
YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Our Competence
State-of-the-art production technology and the expertise of our qualied staff allow us to assist you and search for solutions for any die cutting problem. Naturally we offer you this service for all strip steel products.
BHLER-UDDEHOLM Precision Strip GmbH & Co KG Waidhofner Str. 3 A-3333 Bhlerwerk AUSTRIA/EUROPE Tel.: +43 (0) 74 42 / 600 - 29220 Fax: +43 (0) 74 42 / 600 - 29230 E-Mail: steel.rules@bu-strip.com www.bohler-strip.com
BHLER-UDDEHOLM Precision Strip GmbH & Co KG 04-2008. Technical changes and all rights reserved.