Surface embossing for decorative high-pressure laminates reflects astonishing creativity in the processing of panels, in which structured press plates have a major role to play, says Standex International Engraving
1976 WAS THE year Standex International, German manufacturer of engraved press plates for MFC and HPL decorative boards, realized it had to live somewhere else.
The company had decided to abandon its 'roller structure' operations - the production of engraving rolls for embossing of textiles and papers. It is now established in Viersen, the neighbouring