Artwork Structured for Roland, Mimaki, and Epson Workflows.
We deliver print-and-cut files prepared for production use, featuring optimized bleed, spot colour cut lines, and standard CMYK profiles.
The Hook
The Problem: Missing cut paths, zero bleed, and incorrect colour spaces that can lead to wasted RIP prep time, issues with vinyl media, and wasted material.
The Net Digitizing Standard: Files with properly named contour cuts, optimized bleed, and CMYK profiles prepared for production use.
Why Us / The Reality
Print-and-cut artwork isn't just a design — it's a mechanical instruction file. If your contour cut line isn't explicitly set up as a specific spot colour (like CutContour), your machine may print a visible line instead of executing the cut path. We structure vector files to logically support VersaWorks, Flexi, and other popular RIP software workflows, helping reduce time spent on manual pre-press setup.
Best Practices
✓Do
- ✓DO provide your artwork as a vector (AI/EPS/PDF) to support the cleanest, smoothest cut paths.
- ✓DO specify your intended RIP software and cutter model so we can use the correct spot colour naming conventions.
- ✓DO allow us to build a 2–3mm bleed on all contour cut edges to help reduce the risk of white gaps during minor plotter shifts.
Questions first? Just ask in the chat — or call 0800 368 7414.