If you have a GBC pouch laminator, you re going to need the right supplies for it. Although many companies make laminating pouches, GBC makes some of the best and they re perfect for your laminator. Here s what they have to offer, as well as some tips for selecting the right ones for your project.
Before choosing your supplies, you need to know a little bit about mils because all laminating pouches have their thicknesses measured by them. A mil is the equivalent of 1/1000th of an inch. GBC products come in several different thicknesses ranging from 3 to 10 mil. Thicker pouches should be used when you want your documents to have more protection. Just be aware that not all thicknesses are compatible with all laminators. You ll want to check your machine s instruction manual to find out which ones are compatible.
Now that you know about mils and why they matter, here are some of the pouches GBC manufactures. Included are the cost effective Crystal Clear supplies and the LongLife ones that offer UV protection. Check them out now and see if there are any that are right for you.
* HeatSeal RetrieveIt. These pouches offer great clarity and will keep your documents protected for years. They re available in several different sizes so you ll be able to laminate items as small as business cards or as large as legal sized paper (8.5 x 14 ).
* HeatSeal LongLife. If your items need to be protected from the harmful effects of sun exposure, LongLife supplies are what you need. They offer UV protection so your documents won t fade or become discolored.
* HeatSeal UltraClear. These are the clearest pouches GBC makes. They ll make your documents stand out and can even enhance colors so your documents will look better than ever before. These supplies are good for a number of projects including menus.
* HeatSeal Crystal Clear. If you ve got a big laminating job to do and you want to save a bit of money, purchasing some inexpensive Crystal Clear supplies is a good idea. They re available in several different sizes and in two finishes: matte and glossy. Plus, your documents will look great and it won t cost you a bundle.
* Specialty pouches. Finally, GBC makes a number of specialty products that are good for those special projects. Some of them are framed, which makes them great for certificates and diplomas. Others can be used to create customized folders or signs that have an easel back. And there are some that are self sealing and repositionable. Whatever type of pouch you need, chances are there s one from GBC that will do the trick.
As for choosing pouches for your projects, you ll want to consider cost, what thickness your machine can handle, and if you need UV protection or other special features. Generally, the RetrieveIt and Crystal Clear supplies are always wise choices, but it really depends on what you need. Consider your requirements before buying your GBC pouches and you re bound to end up purchasing the right ones for your needs. Good luck and happy laminating!
Author Resource:-
Jeff McRitchie is the designer and Director of Marketing for http://www.mybinding.com .He has written over 500 articles on binding machines,binding covers,binders,laminators,binding supplies,laminating supplies,paper handling equipments,index tabs, and shredders.
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