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How to choose a laminator?

Laminators are widely used in offices, schools, households and other industrial environments to improve the appearance and durability of documents, photographs and other materials. Choosing the right laminator can help you save time and money while keeping your important documents safe.

What type of laminator to choose?

There are three main types of laminators: * **Roll-to-Roll Laminators:** These are designed for laminating large documents. They are ideal for offices and schools where large documents such as project reports or teaching materials need to be laminated. * **Plate Laminators:** These are designed for laminating documents, photographs and other prints. They are ideal for households and offices where you need to laminate small documents, photos and other prints. * **Portable Laminators:** These are smaller and lighter laminators that are ideal for travel or home use. They are designed for laminating small documents.

What features to look for in a laminator?

When choosing a laminator, it is important to consider the following features: * **Lamination Width:** Width indicates how large a document can be laminated. Roll-to-Roll laminators are available in different widths from 12 mm to 110 mm. Sheet laminators are available in widths ranging from 10 cm to 40 cm. * **Lamination thickness:** The thickness indicates how thick the plastic plates are applied to the document. Lamination thickness is given in millimeters (mm). A thicker plastic sheet is required for a wider spread of documents. * **Automation:** Some laminators are fully automated while others require manual intervention. Automated laminators can help you save time and energy. * **Safety:** Laminators can generate high temperatures, so it is important to choose a laminator that is equipped with safety features such as overheat protection and an automatic shut-off system.

How to use a laminator?

To use a laminator, you will first need to place the document on the lamination rollers or platen. You will then need to turn on the laminator and close the lid. The laminator will automatically place the plastic sheet over the document and cover it with plastic. Lamination will be completed when the lid opens automatically.

How to take care of the laminator?

In order for the laminator to last a long time and work properly, it is important to take care of it properly. After each use, you will need to wipe the laminator with a damp cloth to remove dust and dirt. You will also need to replace the lamination boards from time to time as they can deteriorate over time.