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This section provides an overview for cutting plotters as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 6 cutting plotter manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked cutting plotter companies as of January, 2025: 1.Guangzhou Baiyin Electronics Co., Ltd., 2.GCC, 3.MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD..
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A cutting plotter is a machine that cuts sheet materials.
It uses the line data drawn by draw-type software (drawing-type software) as a cutting path and cuts along the data. It is also used for half-cutting applications.
A sheet of sticker material can be used to create a sticker or sticker of any shape by cutting it in half. Depending on the model, in addition to cutting and half-cutting, it is also possible to crease the paper or perforate the paper.
Some models can read lines or pictures on paper with a scanner and automatically generate cut paths from them for easy editing.
Cutting plotters are used for signage applications such as billboards and posters, as well as for cutting out pop-ups for in-store use. Sheets for stickers with release paper attached can also be used for semi-extraction to cut out sticker shapes.
While cutting plotters can cut out any shape, their processing speed is not fast, making them unsuitable for mass production. In the apparel industry, during the development stage, each part of a garment is sometimes cut out of paper using cutting plotters, and there is a growing trend of using cutting plotters with special specifications.
Many models combine an inkjet printer with cutting plotters. Rolled media is set, printing is performed, and the cutting process is carried out downstream. This is extremely efficient as it allows both printing and cutting to be done in a single operation.
Since cutting plotters can also cut fabric materials, they are also used for cutting out garments.
Cutting materials can be cut into the desired shapes by pressing the blade against the material and moving either the blade or the material.
In addition, to cut a material cleanly, the blade material, the strength and speed of the blade press, and the speed of movement must be appropriate for each material. Since blades are used to cut out materials, blades are consumables and need to be replaced periodically. The mat that serves as a support for the blade also wears out at the same time and affects quality, so it needs to be replaced as well.
Cutting plotters can be broadly classified into two types: one type is called the grid rolling type, in which the blade moves only in the X direction and the material to be cut is conveyed in the Y direction.
The other type is a fixed material type, where the cutter moves in both the X and Y directions. This type is called the table type or flatbed type.
In the grid rolling type, the blade moves left and right while the material to be cut moves back and forth during cutting. The feature of this type is that the equipment can be downsized, and there are many small tabletop machines available.
When cutting with this type, the material must be attached to a special adhesive mat. This is because cutting is performed while feeding the material back and forth, and if the material is separated from the mat, it cannot be transported. Materials used for cutting are often set in a rolled state, and despite their small size, they can cut out long materials at a time.
Table-type cutting plotters have numerous small holes in the table, and a vacuum fan or a similar device is used to adsorb and secure the material. The cutter moves in the X-Y direction to process the desired shape.
There are further types of table-type cutting plotters for commercial and industrial applications. There are many tools, such as stretching tools for creasing paper, tools for laser cutting, and tools for cutting thicker materials by vibrating the blade. Compared to the grid rolling type, they can cut through thicker materials but tend to take longer to work with.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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GCC, founded in Glendale, Colorado, in 1941 is a manufacturer of cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates for the construction industry. The company's product portfolio includes building materials, rock walls, patio flagstones, decorative rocks, and specialty products. The company serves markets including Households, Offices, Consumer Goods, Industrial Manufacturing and Construction and Building. They have operations in 15 states of the U.S and the company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
Guangzhou Baiyin Electronics Co. Ltd., established in 2003 and headquartered in Guangzhou, China, is a sublimation equipment and accessories manufacturer and supplier. The company specializes in the tools and equipment to customize novelty items, including DTF printing, pneumatic heat pressing machines, and various cutting and laminating equipment. It also offers various novelty products for customization, such as lunch boxes, mugs, and mobile phone holders. These products can be used to create branded commemorative items, custom display signage, and print designs on textiles and clothing. The company primarily serves commercial clients and original equipment and original design manufacturers.
Mimaki Engineering Co., LTD, established in 1975, is a manufacturer and retailer of inkjet printers, 3D printers, modeling plotters, laminators, and vinyl cutters headquartered in Japan. These products are manufactured in various models, including roll-to-roll, print and cut, textile, DTF, and flatbed. They are used in various applications, including window graphics, fashion textiles, industrial print, signs, and displays. The company also supplies various printing inks such as latex, solvent, water-based pigment, textile pigment, and acid dye.
Graphtec Corporation, established in 1949 and headquartered in Totsuka-ku, Yokohama, Japan, is a manufacturer and distributor of computer input and output devices. The company offers a range of products, including imaging products such as grit and flatbed cutters, scanners, and instrument products like loggers and recorders. These items are utilized in various applications such as sign-making, printing, scanning, and digitization technology. Its imaging and instrument products often necessitate compatible media and some include application software and/or a software driver, which are necessary to ensure optimal functionality and compatibility with the hardware, allowing users to effectively utilize the capabilities of the devices.
Ranking as of January 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guangzhou Baiyin Electronics Co., Ltd. |
43.5%
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| 2 | GCC |
17.4%
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| 3 | MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. |
13.0%
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| 4 | Graphtec Corporation |
13.0%
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| 5 | Graphtech Co., Ltd. |
13.0%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the cutting plotter page as of January 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
Japan
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4 | 66.7% |
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Taiwan
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1 | 16.7% |
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China
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1 | 16.7% |
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