Poster Repro

Poster Repro

All pros and no cons when it comes to laminating

How does a grubby, torn and stained menu make you feel about the quality of the food in a restaurant – let alone its hygiene standards ? And are you likely to be impressed by the professionalism of a salesman when he hands you a pristine, glossy, sturdy presentation pack ?First impressions are vital – and lamination can be that vital difference.
Laminating items makes them feel and look expensive, but the reality is, the process isn’t expensive.It’s fast, easy and cost-effective.
The fact is, laminating can be done at the touch of a button and is actually an economical way of improving materials’ professional appearance and performance.
There are many people who think that laminating is a high cost process. Not true.A high performance laminator can be purchased for a few hundred dollars and the capital outlay can quickly translate into more sales leads, improvemetns to business image and quality improvements.
Good looking materials coupled with great performance is a real boost to your business image. The bottom line ….lamination can improve your bottom line.
Laidlaw, an established WA print finishing supplies company, says cost savings can be realised in a number of ways, according to owner, Richard Prince.   Laminated materials can be used over and over again, enhancing their longevity and durability.The expense of graphic reproduction is minimised because each item is protected.Laminating also protects items from a number of external factors including weather protection (sun and rain), abrasion, grease, chemicals and frequent use.Laminating is also ideal for material that is used outside ie. posters and signage as it stiffens and protects.
The quality of printed materials is also enhanced by laminating as it deepens and brightens colours and contrasts – ideal for presentation documents, menus etc. “Depending on requirements, laminating can be done in a variety of finishes including gloss, matte or satin.”
Lamination is said to have been invented by a doctor of dental medicine, Morris Blum who was the first to laminate photographs, according to Wikipedia.In the late 1930s, he is said to have used the same plastic resins that were used in established dental practice to bond teeth enamel in a different way – to protect photos. His wife is said to have been the pioneer subject of photo lamination !
Nowadays, laminating is widely used in homes, offices and factories across the globe for a diversity of applications, from a mother who laminates her kids’ homework schedule to a factory using high quality employee ID cards.
Equipment can range from a small, easy to use laminator for home or small office use to a high performance machine for demanding outputs. Large or small, Prince says consumers should purchase any equipment from an established supplier who has the expertise and resources to provide training, back-up and technical support.Laidlaw also provides training on its Perth laminators, its technicians are highly experienced and skilled, which is a better service than chain store retailers provide.
Plastic fantastic.By laminating items, their form and their function is enhanced in many ways – saving time and money. Now that’s something worth protecting!