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Alpha GMP realises that the world of laminating can be complicated, confusing and intimidating. There are a lot of terms that just don't make sense unless someone takes the time to explain them. When purchasing laminating film, it is important that you are comfortable and confidant that you know the film you are getting is the right film for the purpose you require it. We don't just want to sell laminating film but we want to make sure that as much as possible that all our customers know what laminating is really all about. Read on and find out how your film works and decipher some of the terms that a lot of people banter around without really knowing what it all means.
Purpose of Laminating - P for Protect
Protection is the primary reason we should use lamination film when printing media that has to last. Ink printed media is susceptible to water, humidity, dirt, sweat, rubbing and scratching. Aqueous based inks are more prone to damage than solvent based inks. Although inks have improved significantly over the years, it is still a reality that in-order to guarantee that your print is going to last the distance, laminating is essential.
Laminating film provides numerous advantages to print media dealers who are producing a variety of different products from books, magazines, postcards, posters, single page documents, signs, the list stretches on. Millions of businesses worldwide have recognised the the importance of presenting themselves professionally in the marketplace. Laminating film does this. Primarily used to protect print media from wear-and-tear, laminating film can also work to improve the finish of photos and documents. Below are listed a number of the uses for laminating:
- Protects prints and media against water, dirt, grease and harmful substances
- Protects prints and media from abrasion and generally increases their durability e.g. book covers
- Protects prints and media from sunlight and harmful UV rays that can cause damage over time
- Increases the expected life of prints and media
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