Hot foil stamping is a technique that involves the application of metal or pigment foil onto printed materials or other substrates through the use of specific pressure and temperature. The underlying principle employs thermosetting mask technology to transfer a pre-made template from the die to the product surface. Subsequently, a corresponding cooling pad is utilized to cool the transferred design, ultimately resulting in the formation of a pattern or logo.

Prolead has five hot stamping machines, which can produce dozens of effects such as gold, silver, black, red, green, laser gold, and laser silver during the notebook hot stamping production process.

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Materials

Hot foil stamping foil is typically composed of metal flakes, such as gold, silver, and copper, which impart a lustrous metallic finish. It is available in various colors and effects—including gold, silver, copper, vibrant hues, and glossy finishes. Utilizing hot stamping technology allows for the creation of diverse designs and patterns—such as text, images, icons, borders—to enhance texture, luxury, and visual appeal on various objects.

Hot foil stamping can be applied to a wide range of surfaces including paper products like cards and covers; books; packaging boxes; greeting cards; business cards; envelopes; among others. Additionally, it can also be utilized on specialized materials such as leather, fabric, and plastic. This technique enjoys extensive application across several industries including printing publishing packaging gift-giving sectors etc. For instance hot stamping technology is prominently featured on book covers exquisite greeting cards high-end brand packaging along with numerous decorative items.

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The use of hot foil stamping on notebooks

Printing and foil stamping are widely recognized as effective decorative techniques in notebook cover design. By utilizing hot stamping paper treated with anodized aluminum or colored film, along with the application of heat and pressure from a metal plate, text, patterns, or decorative elements in gold or other colors can be transferred onto the notebook cover. This process not only enhances the brightness and intricacy of the notebook cover but also elevates its visual appeal, thereby improving its overall quality and sophistication.

The foil cover design can be tailored to align with the notebook’s purpose, positioning, and target audience. For instance, a business notebook may feature a more formal and dignified hot stamping pattern, while a creative or artistic notebook might showcase a more imaginative and personalized hot stamping design.

Furthermore, hot stamping covers can be integrated with other printing processes such as UV glazing to achieve richer and more unique visual effects. UV glazing contributes to making the cover smoother and brighter, complementing the impact of the hot stamping technique. In summary, printing and foil stamping are extensively employed in notebook cover design; they effectively enhance both aesthetics and value while aligning closely with consumers’ aesthetic preferences.

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Leather stamping can not only increase the texture and gorgeousness of the notebook cover, but also enhance the brand’s image and added value.

The cloth-covered hot stamping notebook is a product with unique charm. Exquisite patterns or text are printed on the cloth through the hot stamping process, making the notebook look elegant and noble.

The shell of hard-shell hot stamping notebooks is generally made of hard materials, which is sturdy and durable. The hot stamping process gives the notebook a unique texture.