Laminating Machines For Home Use
Take a look around your office or school and you'll see evidence
that a laminating machine has been at work. Why is it that
laminating machines have become so popular anyway? The answer to
that question is as easy as comparing a piece of paper that has
been laminated with one that has not. There are no wrinkles,
folded corners or smudges on the laminated piece. Just the fact
that paperwork can become more durable and better looking is
reason enough for most homes, schools and businesses to put a
laminating machine on their "must have" list. What's The
Difference? It's obvious what the difference is in the final
product of a laminating machine, but comparing the machines
themselves is a little trickier.
There are different types of laminators each with the right
qualities for different sized jobs. For example, the photo
laminator is a small, compact unit that sits on a desk top. The
thermal heating process is contained within the machine so the
exterior remains cool. This is idea for photos, IDs, badges,
business cards, or anything smaller than about 4" x 6".
The next size up is still a sheet fed type of laminator. This
can protect cardboard and thin paper alike. The sheets and the
feeder are larger, up to the size of legal sheet of paper. It is
quite versatile even if you have smaller papers to laminate. To
save time and money, you can place all of your items between the
sheets of plastic and feed them through all at once.
Objects grouped together on a sheet laminator of this size can
be trimmed to size immediately following the laminating process.
Be sure to leave at least an 1/8" of plastic around the item so
the seal isn't broken.
The largest type of laminator is often found in schools or busy
businesses that handle lots of paperwork needing protection.
This oversized office equipment is quiet, but can heat up. It is
usually contained in a room away from the desks, just like the
large copy machines.
Unlike sheet fed laminators, these large scale machines use big
rolls of laminating film. They are inserted like a cartridge on
one end of the machine and replaced after several of continuous
feet of film has gone through the machine. These are great
machines for oversized projects. The width of up to 3 or 4
across is the only limitation. Therefore, it is the perfect
machine for extra long banners or for placing papers
continuously end on end for efficient production. Laminators For
Sale When you are ready to buy your first laminator, consider
carefully what you will use it for. If you are purchasing one
for your business, think a little bigger than your immediate
needs. You may save more time and money in efficiency that will
quickly repay your investment.
For home use, consider if children will be handling the
laminating machines. In this case you will want one that stays
cool to the touch.