[Athen] Sewell Braille

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Hello Lorraine,

 

So sorry to hear you're experiencing difficulties with producing Swell Braille on your diagrams using the raised line machine. Here are some suggestions that might help resolve the issue:

 

1.	Ensure Proper Ink or Toner Usage: Swell paper reacts to carbon-based black ink or toner. If you're printing Braille or diagrams, verify that your printer uses carbon-based black ink or toner, as some modern printers, especially inkjets, may not. Laser printers typically use carbon-based toner, which is effective for this purpose.

 

2.	Check Printer Settings: When printing on capsule paper, use the manual feed option and print one page at a time to prevent the printer from overheating, which could cause premature swelling of the paper. Setting the printer to handle heavy paper can also be beneficial.

 

3.	Use Appropriate Fonts and Software Settings: If you're using a Braille font, ensure that your software's auto-correct features are disabled, as they might inadvertently change Braille characters back to standard print fonts. 

 

4.	Verify Machine Settings: Ensure that your raised line machine (such as a PIAF or Swell Form Graphics Machine) is set to the correct temperature and that the paper is fed properly. Preheating the machine by running a few sheets of regular paper through it can lead to more consistent results, especially with sensitive swell papers that require moderate heat. 

 

5.	Consult the User Manual: Refer to the user manual of your specific machine for detailed instructions and troubleshooting tips. For example, the PIAF User Guide provides comprehensive information on operation and problem-solving. 

 

6.	Seek Professional Assistance: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to the manufacturer's customer support or a professional experienced with tactile graphics machines for further assistance.

 

I hope these suggestions help you successfully produce your Swell Braille diagrams. 😊

 

Aaron Di Blasi,  <https://www.pmi.org/> PMP

 

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From: athen-list <athen-list-bounces at mailman12.u.washington.edu> On Behalf Of Norwich, Lorraine via athen-list
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Subject: [Athen] Sewell Braille

 

Hi

 

Hope everyone is getting ready for the holidays.  We are having trouble saving Sewell Braille on our diagram’s before we put them through the raised line Sewell machine.  Does anyone have any ideas, thoughts etc. to share with us on how to do this.

 

Best,

 

Lorraine

 

 

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