The Power of GBC Laminators

The process of laminating documents is used both at home and in the business. Lamination is the process of protecting documents against wear and tear and the elements. Once a document is laminated, it is waterproof, crease proof and, in some cases, UV proof. One of the most noted names in laminating is General Binding Corporation, or GBC.

GBC offers both home and business solutions for binding. The company works with government offices and schools for all of their binding needs. In addition to laminators, the GBC Company offers machines used to bind, shred and cut documents. Through the direct website, consumers and businesses can order machines, supplies, and replacement parts. Warranty service is also handled directly by the GBC Company.

GBC laminators are a brand name of lamination machines. The machines are used to laminate everything from the smallest cards to materials up to 27 inches wide. All GBC laminating machines are available as heat laminators but not every model offers cold lamination. GBC is used by businesses and government agencies across the United States.

The different types of GBC laminating machine include heat, cold, pouch and roll machines. The most basic GBC laminator is a heat-based machine that can utilize cold laminating pouches when the heat is turned off. These machines are the narrowest of the entire line. GBC machines also come in a variety of thicknesses ranging from 5mm to 10mm maximum.

GBC laminators tend to be higher priced than other brands, but this higher price comes with a higher satisfaction rating. The advantages of choosing a trusted brand in laminators can include a better warranty and repair coverage. GBC is the company used by the United States Federal Government for all their lamination needs.

Choosing a GBC laminator is all about size and volume. The wider the document the home or business needs to laminate, the wider the surface area of the laminator will need to be. The type of lamination will also need to be considered as will the material. For sensitive photos and inks, cold GBC laminators should be chosen. If high volume output is needed, a roll laminator may be the best choice. GBC makes both cold and hot laminators.

The pricing for GBC laminators depends upon the width and thickness of the documents needing laminating. The smallest laminator can protect a document 4 1/2 inches wide and costs around $65. The most expensive GBC laminator can fit documents up to 27 inches wide and costs more than $2000. The pricing may also vary based on whether the laminating machine uses heat or cold and pouch lamination or roll lamination.

GBC laminators can be purchased online through various third party shopping websites or directly from the GBC Company. The machines tend to be heavy, so the buyer should make sure to check shipping and handling costs from the online retailer. Some retailers are willing to offer free shipping and handling for GBC laminators. Local office supply stores may also carry the GBC brand name laminators.