GCSE D&T – Industrial Paper & Board Processes Lesson (Die-Cutting, Creasing, Printing)

A complete, ready-to-teach GCSE Design & Technology lesson on industrial paper and board processes, written in a clear, accessible style for both specialists and non-specialists.

This lesson explains how packaging is made in industry, including die-cutting, creasing, perforating, and offset lithographic printing.
All slides use 24pt text, dual coding, and reduced cognitive load so every student can access the content.

Includes:
Editable PowerPoint
Clear diagrams (custom, copyright-safe)
Scan-friendly teacher notes on every slide
Rotary die-cutting and offset litho video links
Flat-pack starter hook
Exit ticket plenary
Optional AQA-only slides on RGB/CMYK and registration marks (can be removed for Edexcel)

Covers:

How nets are made using die-cutting

Creasing and perforating for accurate folding

Offset lithography explained simply

Quality control in printing

Real industrial examples (packaging, cartons, labels)

Perfect for:

Edexcel GCSE D&T (9–1) Core Content

AQA GCSE D&T (optional printing slides included)

KS4 theory lessons

Cover lessons and revision

Why teachers use it:
Clean, simple explanations for difficult technical content
Designed for accessibility and low cognitive load
Fits seamlessly with your existing Polymers, Timbers, and Materials lessons
Professional, copyright-safe diagrams
Ready to deliver immediately