
Manual die cutters deliver clean shapes and intricate designs across materials from construction paper to felt. They're intuitive enough for easy operation while also being robust enough to handle high-volume prep work.
From preparing laminated letters for word walls to creating themed bulletin board displays, these machines turn hours of hand-cutting into minutes of efficient production.
From word walls to science models, these machines adapt to any project. Whether you're preparing laminated letters, fabric shapes for tactile learning boards, or foam pieces for science demonstrations, die-cutting tools from Kurtz Bros. handle the task. Popular models like the Big Shot work with:
Construction paper and cardstock: Create seasonal decorations, name tags and interactive displays that maintain crisp edges through repeated handling.
Fabric and felt: Cut uniform shapes for storyboards, counting activities and cultural celebrations without fraying or uneven edges.
Foam and craft materials: Produce three-dimensional elements for STEM demonstrations, geography projects and collaborative art installations.
Laminated materials: Prepare durable classroom art materials that survive daily student use while maintaining a professional appearance.
Entry-level manual machines suit individual teachers managing one or two classrooms. Heavy-duty models serve art departments, media centers and district resource rooms preparing materials for multiple buildings.
Consider how often you'll use the machine and what materials you'll cut most frequently. Teachers who primarily work with paper and cardstock find compact manual models ideal for desktop storage. Art educators cutting through thick chipboard, multiple fabric layers or craft foam benefit from electric models with wider openings and stronger cutting pressure. Scissors and paper cutting tools complement die cutters for complete classroom cutting solutions.
For over 130 years, we've equipped thousands of schools and districts with the art materials they need to inspire student creativity. We understand that procurement isn't just about products — it's about partnership. Here's what sets us apart:
Financial system integration: We work with procurement systems like Skyward, MUNIS and PeopleSoft, making it easy to submit orders through your existing workflows.
Academic calendar coordination: We schedule deliveries around your back-to-school prep, mid-year replenishment and summer program timelines, ensuring materials arrive when you need them.
Flexible ordering options: Whether you're ordering for one classroom or outfitting an entire district, we provide responsive service and support.
Dedicated account support: Many districts work with the same Kurtz Bros. representative year after year, creating a consistent relationship that understands your ordering patterns and needs.
Browse our selection online, submit orders through your district's financial platform or contact your dedicated rep to discuss your classroom needs. We're here to make procurement simple so you can focus on student creativity.
We can meet or exceed your schools' expectations. You won't receive the same level of attention from one of the large, national companies. We are big enough to service your schools, and small enough to care about you.
It's our goal to service educators with products that benefit you and enable education to be both an enlightening and enjoyable experience for your students.
It's a win-win strategy and we have always abided by our long-term motto "Our word is our bond."