Mastering Single-Sided Lamination "Why are my prints curled?" and "Why is the laminate peeling away from my print?" — two questions that we get a lot, especially from digital printers. So here are a few things to consider for successf... Apr 8, 2024
Choosing the Right Feeder Configuration for Your Laminator If you're in the market for a laminator or specialty finisher, you've likely already seen the options. Small hand-feed units, all the way up to large, fully automatic machines capable of running at sp... Nov 9, 2023
The value of specialty print effects in building brands This Print2Finish session was run by Emily Myers of BCSI (Business Card Services Inc. ) BCSI is a trade manufacturer of business cards, corporate stationery products, and print-on-demand marketing col... Jul 19, 2023
Chrome vs Rubber Lamination Rollers: What's the difference? Not all laminators are created equal. Depending on the jobs that you typically run, you may be better off with a chrome roller machine over against a rubber roller machine, or vice versa. Here's why: ... May 26, 2023
Create an elegant wedding invitation using SOFTpro Black & SLEEKpro foil The wedding market can either be a lucrative market, or a HUGE source of frustration. The facts are, it takes a special person who can deal with multiple brides and all their special requests! But wha... Mar 17, 2023
UltraGrip vs Regular Laminate Films Infographic showing the comparison of Standard and UltraGrip laminate films It's hard to get laminate film to stick to digital prints! Thanks to the composition of toner, digital prints are notoriousl... Mar 6, 2023
Understanding the differences between laminate film types Which laminate film do I need for my job? TRADEpro Laminates PETpro Our PETpro laminate film is polyester-based. It's a thermal laminate that comes in a variety of sizes on 1, 2.25, and 3 inch cores, ... Feb 21, 2023
How to deal with static in your print shop What is static electricity and how does it affect paper? The phenomenon of static electricity is more than just a surprise jolt of energy when you touch a door handle. Its the buildup of electric char... Jan 23, 2023
How to wire-bind a book the correct way Double loop wire binding is a popular option if you're looking for a classy high-quality finish on catalogues and other high-end marketing material. But in the print industry, one mistake we often see... Dec 16, 2022
SLEEKpro vs foil stamping: Which is right for my job? From a distance, the SLEEKpro process (commonly referred to as sleeking) and foil stamping produce similar-looking results. However, for you — the printer — the processes and considerations are very d... Dec 8, 2022
Digital Flatbed vs Rotary Die Cutters Die cutters have earned and continue to earn their spot in progressive print shops because more and more printers are realizing that they need to differentiate themselves from their competition. And c... Nov 25, 2022
Planning Your Print Finishing Machinery Investment: 5 Things to Consider Without giving any examples or suggestions, I'm willing to bet there's something about your print shop that's a pain in the neck. Whether it's a machine or a process that's broken and in desperate nee... Nov 9, 2022