Beyond Roll Media: Mounting Rigid Boards With Your 28mm Double
Sided Roll To Roll Laminator
In the wide-format industry, your equipment's true value isn't
measured by how fast it runs, but by how many different,
high-margin jobs it can handle. Limiting your Roll to Roll
Laminator to only flexible media leaves significant revenue on the
table.
The secret to maximizing profitability lies in one simple
measurement: the 28mm (1.1") nip opening.
This capacity transforms your machine from a single-function
laminator into a versatile Double Sided finishing station, making
you the go-to provider for complex rigid signage and display
graphics.
1. The Financial Advantage of 28mm Mounting
When a customer needs an exhibit graphic or a durable store sign,
they need mounting. Traditionally, this requires a separate,
dedicated cold press or a specialized vacuum table. Your Roll to
Roll Laminator is engineered to eliminate that need.
The Feature: Max Lam Thickness: 28mm / 1.1"
The Value: A thick nip opening transforms your Roll to Roll Laminator into a
high-value mounting machine. 28mm of clearance allows you to
effortlessly feed and mount graphics onto heavy, rigid substrates
like Gator Board, PVC, foam core, and even thicker wood or acrylic
panels.
Consolidation: You save floor space and capital by using one machine for both
flexible Roll to Roll lamination and rigid Board Mounting.
Higher Margins: Mounting projects often come with better margins than simple vinyl
lamination, directly improving your bottom line.
2. Speed and Precision: Why 28mm Needs Pneumatics
Mounting thick boards requires immense, uniform pressure to ensure
the adhesive fully bonds across the entire surface. With thick
materials, even slight pressure variations can lead to expensive
bubbles and lifting.
The Imperative: Uniform, Repeatable Pressure
The Solution: Your machine utilizes a Pneumatic (air-pressure) up and down
system. Unlike manual crank systems, the pneumatic rollers ensure
that the pressure is perfectly even across the full 1630mm width.
This precision is essential when mounting a 20mm thick board at
production speeds (Max Speed: 12m/min).
The Benefit: You achieve a flawless, edge-to-edge bond on your rigid
substrates—meaning zero waste and reliable high quality.
3. Beyond Simple Lamination: The Double Sided Advantage
While "Double Sided" often refers to encapsulating a print for
mounting rigid boards, it signifies your machine’s superior
capability to handle complex workflows and materials.
Complex Mounting: Your machine easily handles double-sided graphics required for
window displays or hanging signage. You can mount a graphic on the
front of a board and immediately laminate the back (or vice-versa)
to protect the material from warping or bowing.
High-Speed Lamination: When running Roll to Roll jobs, the Front and Rear Control Panel
provides true workflow efficiency. An operator can manage the
material output at the rear, making instant speed (up to 12m/min)
or tension adjustments without pausing the run—a key factor when
handling 1630mm wide rolls.,
4. The Smart System Workflow for Rigid Boards
When switching from flexible film to rigid mounting, the Smart
System ensures a fast changeover:
| Step | Smart System Feature Utilized | Benefit to Board Mounting |
|---|
| Material Prep | Top Heated (60°C) Assist | Gentle warmth softens the mounting adhesive, ensuring better "wet
out" and a stronger initial tack on cold substrates. |
| Setup | Pneumatic Up and Down | Rapidly and precisely set the nip gap to the exact 28mm thickness
of your board. No tedious hand-cranking required. |
| Finishing | Trimmer Holder (Integrated) | After mounting the graphic, the integrated blades can immediately
slit the edge, eliminating the need to move the heavy board to a
separate cutting table. |
Transform Your Finishing Department
By leveraging the 28mm mounting capacity and the precision of the
Smart System features like pneumatic pressure, you are turning a
laminator into a high-utility finishing center. This
versatility—from high-speed vinyl lamination to high-margin rigid
board mounting—is how you ensure maximum ROI on your equipment
investment.
