Swell Form Tactile Graphics Machine

The machine is a simple, fast and low cost method of creating stunning tactile maps, diagrams, text and graphics. This machine has revolutionized the process of creating these tactile images. When the desired image is printed onto the Swell Paper, run it through the machine. As it goes through this machine, the heat reacts with the black ink (only the black ink, no colors) and causes it to “swell” or puff up, creating the tactile image. The rest of the paper and any colors, will remain flat. Instead of using a printer or copier, a user can also draw directly onto this paper using a special marker pen. The process is the exact same – as soon as it goes through the machine and reacts with the heat, the black ink will “swell”.