There is a take up reel for the release liner, but no rear rewind for finished product.
@THEJUSTINBAILEY3 ай бұрын
Missing the most important part.
@ajflanagan4 ай бұрын
Some not right. The face of your print is dragging across a bar before lamination. I don't think you're threading that thing correctly. Looks like you started to get some big wrinkles in the center at about 8 minutes into this video. Good save with the arm cover. I'm not sold on this laminator at all.
@davidcoleman7304 ай бұрын
How do you load craft paper onto it?
@BozemanAirport-xf6sc5 ай бұрын
My laminate rolls come paper out, not laminate out. Can you do a video with that configuration?
@russellschneider87645 ай бұрын
We have a video that goes over that. If you have questions let us know. www.youtube.com/@graphicfinishingpartnersll4723/search?query=reverse%20wound
@cassidygoerke58487 ай бұрын
@ 5 minutes. Put it inside the printer. It’s a slit.
@johncmanuel-gfp55597 ай бұрын
You are correct. There was a change in the 200 series and it goes now into a cutout in the machine. Thank you for catching that and letting us know we need to update the video
@mtphotoutah7 ай бұрын
Great technique, Have tried this on these machines and it is much easier for the newbie. Curious about changing rolls in the middle of a job when the laminate runs out. have tried several methods with varying results.
@russellschneider87647 ай бұрын
Ideally you match the length of the overlaminate to the print. If you are trying to use up short rolls you can splice the new film on to the old material.
@simonthompson97248 ай бұрын
What Machine is this if you dont mind me asking?
@russellschneider87648 ай бұрын
The laminator is a Gfp 563TH
@inglenatalie582810 ай бұрын
How do I stop air bubbles from forming? It seems to happen most with larger material.
@user-lu3co9ep1h11 ай бұрын
Why are there no videos about the 463th laminator??
@ian3128 Жыл бұрын
Promo>SM
@malt_lizard Жыл бұрын
Is it possible to change laminate mid roll? We use cut breaks to signify matte/glossy sections.
@jeremylawson6648 Жыл бұрын
wait what the heck how come i’ve never seen anyone load the laminator like that before? this is great.
@protoype123 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video I'm trying to learn how to laminate for a Graphic Design job I'm applying for, videos like these are a great help 🙂🤙
@russellschneider8764 Жыл бұрын
Great, we are glad you found these videos helpful.
@BoredThatsWhy6 ай бұрын
Anything you have learned so far that you would like to share?
@protoype1236 ай бұрын
I've learned about PSA Lamination and how to properly apply that procedure on vinyl sir.
@StomDoth Жыл бұрын
So that leaves the board with a sticky surface? To mount a print you do what?
@johncmanuel-gfp5559 Жыл бұрын
Hi Keith, it will give you a substate with the adhesive on it. You can mount an image then to the substrate on a second pass. Here is a video where they apply an image with the adhesive on it. It could be the same but you would remove the liner from the substrate instead of the print kzbin.info/www/bejne/apXGgn9um9V4fJI
@StomDoth Жыл бұрын
thank you. Going for a Gfp 355th
@whammoud24 Жыл бұрын
How much brake tension do you usually have on the overlaminate roll?
@russellschneider8764 Жыл бұрын
When setting the tensions for your overlaminate unwind and release liner rewind it is important to keep in mind that it is a balance between the two adjustments. For a base setting, I will start by backing both tensions off, then start adding tension to the overlaminate unwind to get the film tight and flat to the roller, I will then adjust the release liner rewind to control where my release point is. This is keeping in mind that adjusting one tension affects the other. As an example, If my release liner is coming to far forward, I can either add tension to the liner rewind or remove tension from the laminate unwind. Or if the release liner is pulling the film with it onto the liner rewind, I can remove tension from the rewind or add tension to the unwind. What adjustment you make will depend on where the tensions are currently set when you make the adjustment. I try to keep my tensions as low as possible to avoid stretching the film. The goal is to find a good balance between the two adjustments.
@josuevilla7742 Жыл бұрын
Saved my life!!!
@armandogarcia202 Жыл бұрын
I would like to know how much pressure you used to laminate that roll??? Also if I use the heating system on the roll or did you only use it in cold mode?
@johncmanuel-gfp5559 Жыл бұрын
Hi Armando. Around 8-10 on the pressure reading. It all depends on the media and film. If you don't feel like it is enough pressure you can add more. Or if it seems to bunch to the middle go less but 8-10 is where I have found it to run well with most lams and media. Most go cold on wrap films and media. But you can add to 100-105F if you see some silvering. for calendared films I would go 105-110F.
@BossSoveo08 Жыл бұрын
what pre coat media did you but on plexiglass
@johncmanuel-gfp5559 Жыл бұрын
The product we used is the GFP front mount adhesive for this application www.gfpartnersllc.com/_files/ugd/27522d_95fd2a20d8e4465ba9ad3359ed3ba540.pdf
@AppleGraphics1 Жыл бұрын
Bass Akwards
@richardshaddy3020 Жыл бұрын
Whoa what happened when he went to the back? How much film/substrate was cut? Seems like almost 2' of waste before you start laminating your actual print?
@kwisclubta71752 жыл бұрын
I'm sure it was a perfect application 🤣 Definitely no wrinkles in the top left corner of the print there! 🤣😂🤣🤡🤡🤡 What a pro!
@kwisclubta71752 жыл бұрын
The print is crooked, genius. Plus, it's short on the bottom. How does such an incompetent guy get to make tutorials on this channel?
@thesmuuuuggh2 жыл бұрын
very helpful thank you.
@fifiearthwanderer2 жыл бұрын
I accidentally ran the laminator without any print at the end of the sheet and it got stuck to the roll. Will it damage the roll?
@johncmanuel-gfp55592 жыл бұрын
If the film is stuck to the roller use a hair dryer or heat gun to soften up the adhesive before removing. If you try and pull it away cold it can rip out a section of the rubber possibly.
@fifiearthwanderer2 жыл бұрын
@@johncmanuel-gfp5559 thank you so much for your help. 🙏🏼 appreciate it.
@gilltyack23952 жыл бұрын
can you laminate with kraft paper?
@Tyler-bk4tj2 жыл бұрын
Doesn't show anything about loading the machine.
@Tyler-bk4tj2 жыл бұрын
you're not showing how the laminate backing is attached to the take up roll on top... the only part i have issues with.
@johncmanuel-gfp55592 жыл бұрын
Hi Tyler, check this video. There is also a Webbing Films 2 which shows another way kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2enoY2hnrVjfrs
@alphabravocharlie99792 жыл бұрын
If your heater has stopped working and needs replaced, where would I get one?
@discountdealsUSA2 жыл бұрын
Awesome I just bought a new laminator from you guys
@semeregebrhiwet67133 жыл бұрын
Hi
@embera.12023 жыл бұрын
Would this work for the 255c laminator?
@johncmanuel-gfp55593 жыл бұрын
Yes. But we also have videos for the 255C. Here is the link off our website. www.gfpartnersllc.com/200-series
@russmccoy38793 жыл бұрын
Trying to figure out how this is better than Chinese master tech laminator I got for like $2,800 delivered. Having issues with it now after around 7 years and thinking I need something better - but this thing looks more complicated and doesn’t seem to even work well
@bigkahuna22973 жыл бұрын
made in the USA pricing for cheap over seas production, been waiting since last month for my laminator and wish i knew that before ordering, it better be worth the money!
@Navigator7777773 жыл бұрын
You are teaching me! Thank you!
@Navigator7777773 жыл бұрын
I own one and would buy one again. Experience is everything. When the tech set me up he gave a wee bit of training. I had no prior experience. I remember this quote as if yesterday: "There are as many methods to laminate as there are users." I shoulda documented my failures with appropriate music. I've never seen the method described in this video. I run mostly 6100 Arlon and 3220 lam. Any use of the heater always gets me in trouble. I don't use it. I'm a small shop. Waste is an anathema. My breakthrough moment minimizing waste came from cutting lam with a 2-3" taper to the center. Instead of the bow tie I use two pieces of tape offset sticky side to sticky side. When you pull you can feel center and line up the tube accordingly. I'm doing a roll to roll today but I come up with the print over the top of the table and under the hold down. It's worked for three years. Occasionally, I'll get diagonal wrinkles but easily fix them by bumping the lam roll or the take up roll.
@Bogsly3 жыл бұрын
Would you be able to get in contact with me I have one and don’t know how to use it! Your help would be greatly appreciated :)
@Navigator7777773 жыл бұрын
@@Bogsly The guys from GFP are the pro's. I'm just a user of their products.
@kwisclubta71752 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips! The tapering makes sense since that's how I always start my prints onto my printer's take-up reel. The sticky-to-sticky tape method was useful, too. Much appreciated!
@mylittleninjas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks you, I appreciate the video. I know this is pretty basic stuff, but it helped me today. :)
@d.riccardi39563 жыл бұрын
I am trying to fix my laminator, I cannot get the screw off that holds the key (as mentioned in your video) what size allen wrench are you using ?
@greganderson76283 жыл бұрын
your videos have helped me out so much !!!! thank you i wish i could buy you beer you have no idea the hassle you have saved me
@NMStec3 жыл бұрын
Hey, thank you for this tutorial, this is literally the only instructional video that shows it step by step. I appreciate you taking time to explain this.
@tommyo73014 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I was about to buy this same one that's in the video and the mistake at the 8:30 mark that was tried to be hidden by putting the forearm in front of it put me off too. I am looking for an alternative brand. You guys should either remove this video and make a new one or it would cost you some sales for sure.
@iliyandinev3 жыл бұрын
I read about people experiencing those exact same issues with those laminators and showing pictures of wrinkled film under the lamination. Can you please explain that and how to fix it? That's keeping me on hold of buying this model over other brands.
@robertelliott87973 жыл бұрын
@@iliyandinev The main reason that can happen is not making sure the film and the media are tight against the rollers when you first start. When treading the web, keep those two items nice and tight against the rollers. If you see any gap between the roller and the film/media when you start, you will get wrinkles after a few feet of running. The other thing that will cause it is if the nip is off from one side to the other. The Gfp machines are extremely easy to reset because we do not have any springs on the rollers that can wear out. There is a video on our website that walks you through the process, www.gfpartnersllc.com/servicevideos 300 Series Applications Nip Adjustment. All the Gfp machines use the same procedure regardless of the model. Hope this helps.
@kwisclubta71752 жыл бұрын
@@robertelliott8797 You guys need to find someone else to do your demos, then. This guy manages to find something to muck up in almost every video. I've only owned my machine for two days and already I feel more competent than this goofball. This is utterly baffling considering these are the official introductory tutorials for how to use your machines. What on Earth is going on over there at GFP?
@collegiatepresswideformat57314 жыл бұрын
Just used this tip, could of used this 20 years ago
@kdw754 жыл бұрын
Very informative. I appreciate you taking the time to put up these videos. We just ordered a 355TH.
@prestigevlogs4 жыл бұрын
Nice video.
@graphicfinishingpartnersll47234 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We are happy to be of service and hope it was useful for you!
@matteberle77745 жыл бұрын
So how do you fix that wrinkling of the graphic that was feeding into the nips that occurs at the 8:30 mark of the video? I tried putting my forearm in front of it too ... it didn't work.
@graphicfinishingpartnersll47235 жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, to resolve the wrinkling of the graphic, we put the media alignment disks on the bottom supply shaft and added some brake tension. If you would like further assistance, we would be happy to help. Please email us at [email protected] or call us at (800) 986-2005 Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST.
@BooYahBoy4 жыл бұрын
Yeah it kind of looks like it was starting to wrinkle and he just hid it from the camera with his arm. Hmmm
@marcomsignsprinting15674 жыл бұрын
Yeah. my supplier was trying to sell me one today, but this video put me off. Going to go with something else.
@robertelliott87974 жыл бұрын
@@marcomsignsprinting1567 That was 100% operator error, not the machine, (I know because that's me in the video). If you are still looking for a laminator, I highly recommend the Gfp models. You can't beat the quality for the price.
@ryandeal58722 жыл бұрын
Like two years too late this but dude really missed a CRITICAL factor when setting up roll to roll and that is making sure everything is TIGHT before you run. He mentioned he added slack but then never removed it once it was all set. This will wrinkle. You need tight brake pressure all around, on your rewind, on your laminate, supply end and finish end. If anyone gets lose it's over. Roll to Roll is the most stressful setup in my opinion but then the easiest to run. Nothing worse though than getting into your 50"x50' image and seeing a wrinkle. start to form. Good to always have like 8 feet of setup ahead of the image.