The £30,000 machine, bought from finishing equipment supplier Renz, is also expected to lead to an increase in turnover at the Flintshire-based business.

Digital print manager Sue Nuttall said: "The punch is fresh in, so turnover has stayed the same, but I am sure the investment will have an impact soon. It has strengthened our existing work.

She added that the company plans to bring in new customers, thanks to the AP 360's superior speed, compared to the conventional punch that it replaced.

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