The following specifications describe a hot foil stamping attachment that fits directly on an existing die cutting machine. No separate stamping press is required. The data below applies to all four available size options.

Technical Specifications

• Product type: Hot foil stamping machine attachment (fits on die cutting press)

• Manufacturer: Friends Engineering Company

• Foil roller configurations: Single pull, double pull, triple pull, four pull (multiple rollers available)

• Heating plate type: Multiple chambers with separate compartments and independent circuits

• Heating plate material: Aluminum plate affixed to heating plate for quality impressions

• Temperature control: Digital control panel with thermostatically controlled heaters

• Rewinder unit: Separate rewinder for each foil roll

• Jumper design: Advanced technology jumpers to minimise foil wastage

• Power supply: As per existing die cutting machine (attachment draws from host press)

• Operation: Automatic, hand‑fed

Stamping size options (four models):

• Option 1: 15 inches × 20 inches (38 × 50 cm) – Heated load 1.5 kW – 2000 impressions per hour

• Option 2: 18 inches × 24 inches (45 × 60 cm) – Heated load 2 kW – 1800 impressions per hour

• Option 3: 22 inches × 32 inches (55 × 81 cm) – Heated load 2 kW – 1500 impressions per hour

• Option 4: 28 inches × 40 inches (71 × 101 cm) – Heated load 2.5 kW – 1300 impressions per hour

Benefits for your printing and packaging operation

The features listed above translate into measurable gains for any shop floor. Each point below connects a specification to a practical outcome. No bold or italic formatting is used in this section.

Lower capital investment – This unit attaches to your existing die cutting machine. You do not need to buy a separate standalone hot foil press. The attachment cost is a fraction of a full machine.

Reduced electricity costs – The multiple‑chamber heating plate has separate compartments with individual circuits. You activate only the sections you need for each job. This design minimises wasted energy, especially when running smaller stamping areas.

Higher daily output – The four available size options deliver 1300 to 2000 impressions per hour. A pharmaceutical box job that previously took eight hours now finishes in five. A wedding card order completes before lunch instead of after.

Less foil waste – The jumper system uses advanced technology to reduce foil consumption. Separate rewinder units for each foil roll also prevent tension‑related tearing. Operators see lower material costs per thousand impressions.

Better print quality on varied substrates – The aluminium heating plate provides even heat distribution. This works on paper board, PVC, plastic materials, paper cups, labels, card paper, and fabric. Gold, silver, holographic, and pigment foils all transfer cleanly.

Common frustrations in foil stamping – and how this attachment solves them

Pain point: No space or budget for a second machine.
Small and medium print shops cannot always add a standalone hot foil press. The Friends Engineering hot foil stamping attachment (a die‑cutting‑press‑mounted foiling unit) slides onto your existing platen die cutter. You keep the same floor space. You spend only a fraction of a full machine price. Production starts the same day the attachment arrives.

Pain point: Inconsistent foil transfer across large stamping areas.
Some attachments develop cold spots, leaving patchy metallic finishes. The same Friends Engineering hot foil stamping attachment (with a multi‑chamber digitally controlled heating plate) uses separate heating circuits for each chamber. The aluminium plate spreads heat evenly across the full stamping area. Pharmaceutical boxes and cosmetic cartons come out uniformly bright, edge to edge.

Pain point: Foil waste that eats into profit margins.
Every inch of unused foil between stamping positions is lost money. The Friends Engineering hot foil stamping attachment (featuring advanced jumper technology) positions the foil precisely for each impression. Separate rewinder units keep each roll at correct tension. A 2000‑impression run uses 15 to 20 percent less foil compared to basic attachments.

Pain point: Limited versatility for different job sizes.
Some shops buy a machine sized for their largest job, then run small jobs on the same big press inefficiently. The fully configurable Friends Engineering hot foil stamping attachment (available in four stamping sizes from 15x20 to 28x40 inches) lets you choose the size that matches your typical work. The multi‑chamber heater also allows partial activation for smaller stamping areas, so you are not wasting electricity heating a 28x40 plate for a 15x20 label.

Pain point: Frequent downtime for foil roll changes.
When a single‑roller attachment runs out of foil, the press stops. The operator loads a new roll, and production resumes. The Friends Engineering hot foil stamping attachment (offering double pull, triple pull, or four pull roller configurations) runs multiple foil rolls simultaneously. When one roll finishes, the next roll is already in position. Changeovers happen between shifts, not during production runs.

Which industries benefit most from this attachment

Pharmaceutical packaging lines stamp lot numbers and logos on cartons. Wedding card printers add gold borders and embossed names. Confectionery box manufacturers apply foil to sweet boxes. Label producers for garment and hosiery industries stamp brand marks on tags and labels. Paper bag makers add decorative metallic finishes. PVC and plastic material converters stamp on rigid and flexible substrates. Any print shop with a die cutting press can add foil capability in one afternoon.

Physical configuration and daily operation

The attachment mounts onto the existing die cutting machine frame. No separate power cord is needed; the attachment draws from the host press electrical system. The control panel for the heating plate is mounted within operator reach. The separate rewinder units sit beside the main press. Foil rolls load from the side. The jumper mechanism adjusts via a hand wheel.

The attachment works with automatic hand‑fed die cutting presses. Operators feed sheets as they normally would. The stamping cycle synchronises with the press motion. No extra training is required beyond a brief demonstration of the temperature controls and foil path adjustments.

Temperature settings are adjusted via the digital control panel. Thermostatically controlled heaters maintain set temperatures throughout the run. The aluminium heating plate reaches operating temperature within 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the selected stamping size.

Ordering and delivery information

The attachment ships as a complete kit including:

• Heating plate assembly with digital control panel

• Selected foil roller configuration (single, double, triple, or four pull)

• Separate rewinder units (one per foil roller)

• Jumper mechanism

• Mounting brackets and hardware

• Installation and operation manual

Customers specify the required stamping size (one of the four options) and the number of foil rollers (single pull through four pull) when ordering.

Request a quotation or technical consultation

For pricing, lead time, or a demonstration of the hot foil stamping attachment on your existing die cutting press, contact us directly. Specify your required stamping size and roller configuration when asking for a quote. Volume discounts may apply for multiple attachments across different production lines.