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Button Making Questions - Ask ABM, How Do I Fix My Graphic Punch Handle?

Button Making Questions - Ask ABM, How Do I Fix My Graphic Punch Handle?

When I pull the handle of my graphic punch, it doesn't do anything.  What do I do?  Here at ABM we get that exact question and our Customer Solutions Team is happy to come to the rescue. Please click the following link for instructions on how to un-jam a punch cutter. If the handle gets bumped it could knock it out of place. It may seem like your punch cutter is jammed but it could just be a slipped handle.  If you can not feed paper into the slot or you can see daylight on one side but not the other...

Button Making Questions - Ask ABM, Common Crimping Issues Solved

Button Making Questions - Ask ABM, Common Crimping Issues Solved

One of the most common button making questions is, "Why are my buttons coming apart" or "Why is there mylar not tucked in on the side of my button?" The first thought is usually that the machine is broken or the parts are defective but it is extremely rare that either of these are the case.  In this edition of Ask ABM, we are taking a look at the many things that can cause these common concerns and how to fix them! One of the most common causes is that your paper is too thick or too thin.  We recommend...

Button Making Questions, Ask ABM - Why Do I Keep Getting the reCAPTCHA When I Log In?

Button Making Questions, Ask ABM - Why Do I Keep Getting the reCAPTCHA When I Log In?

Why do I keep getting the reCAPTCHA when I log in?  This is definitely one of the great mysteries of the internet but never fear, ABM Customer Solutions Team is here to help! Most of the time when you visit our site to enjoy a bit of button-y bliss you will log right in and be on your way to a cart full of fun but once in awhile, you get the dreaded reCAPTCHA and you're off to picking crosswalks and street lights for what seems like forever.  Why does this happen and more importantly, how do you get out of the...

Button Making Questions Answered, Ask ABM - Where Can I Find Graphics for My Buttons?

Button Making Questions Answered, Ask ABM - Where Can I Find Graphics for My Buttons?

    Where can I find graphics for my buttons?  Not everyone is a graphic artist and even those who are need a little help from time to time.  Whether you need a touch of inspiration to get you started, are looking for the perfect accent to complete your design or need a complete design that is ready to go, ABM’s Customer Solutions Team has you covered! Let’s start with the fastest, easiest solution – ready to print designs.  ABM has a library of 300+ ready to print, complete designs available in topics ranging from “Just for Fun” to flash...

Button Making Questions Answered, Ask ABM - Why Do Button Makers Jam?

Button Making Questions Answered, Ask ABM - Why Do Button Makers Jam?

What can cause a button maker to jam?  This is a daily question posed to the Customer Solutions Department here at ABM and of course, we have the solutions to help!   Button parts are made from thin metal and they can easily nest together in a tight little stack.  Sometimes it is very obvious that there are multiples stuck together but once in a while, they can be super sneaky and that 1 extra shell that is almost undetectable will be just enough to cause the dreaded jam.  The easiest way to avoid this one is to take a handful...

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