A laminator is a useful addition to your office, regardless of whether you work from home or not. But, a laminator is only part of the package. In order to successfully and effortlessly operate your laminating machine, you need to invest in several additional items or supplies.
Fortunately, when you choose a reputable specialist in laminating equipment, getting the additional supplies is easy. You simply need to know which supplies are important and then order them.
The Location
You may have a corner picked out in your office, allowing you to purchase the machine and plug it in. In principle, this seems like a practical solution. However, you should look at how often the laminator will be used and how many different people will want to use it.
If more than one person is likely to use it then the best option is to purchase a cart for your laminator. This allows you to put the laminator on top, keep the necessary supplies on the shelf below, and then simply wheel it to your desk to get the job done.
It makes it easy for everyone to use.
Cleaning Options
Although these machines are very efficient and generally don’t make a mess, it is possible that laminate adhesive will be spilt while items are laminated. If this happens you’ll need to clean it off the machine. The quicker this is done the better as stuck laminate will ruin the look of either the current project or future ones.
The cleaning kits supplied by laminator firms are designed to work with your machine, they will remove the adhesive without damaging the machine.
As part of the cleaning kit, you should make sure you get a cleaning roller. It takes the minute particles off the rollers to ensure perfect lamination. All you need to do is wipe the roller across the surface of your machine before you use it.
Trimmer
To get the perfect laminated product you are likely to need to trim the finished article. Choosing a machine with a trimmer built-in will ensure you can do this. But, if your machine doesn’t have a trimmer, order yourself one. All you have to do is choose the trimmer that offers the capabilities you need and keep it handy on your cart.
Pouch Carrier
These aren’t usually supplied with your machine but they are an excellent accessory. The pouch carrier will help to ensure adhesive doesn’t get on the rollers, making it easier to keep the machine clean. It also helps to prevent the machine from sticking or damaging the laminated product while laminating.
They fit on almost all laminators and can even be customized to suit the size and shape of what you laminate the most.
Final Thoughts
If you’re ready to invest in a laminator spare a little time to consider the supplies and accessories that come with the machine and what you need to get the perfect finish every time. Choosing the right supplies will help to make the laminator a valuable and useful addition to your office.