GBC TITAN 1244 WF 43" Wide Format Laminator

GBC is known for producing top quality office equipment and their Titan 1244 Wide Format Laminator fits right into this category. The Titan is a high quality laminator that is affordable and easy to use. It offers a wide range of film thicknesses and even takes in mounting boards. With both hot and cold lamination settings, this is a versatile device for any office. Here is a closer look.

Strengths:

• The user-friendly LCD control center runs the entire unit. The digital touch pad controls all settings and keeps users on track. It offers variable temperature and speed control for optimum output no matter what is being laminated. Stand by and sleep modes help to reduce power and save energy by not powering an unused machine. As many as nine frequently used job settings can be stored in the computer's memory for instant recall whenever you need it, saving you time from having to re-program the machine.

• This laminator offers both cold and hot lamination. By adding this versatility, you can laminate just about anything. It quickly adjusts to accommodate both Arctic Pressure-Sensitive Films and Octiva Thermal films. Integrated sophistication helps to ensure professional quality lamination on both hot and cold settings. The maximum heat output is 320 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Swing out shafts allow easy film changes. Film rolls must have a three inch core diameter and up to a total thickness of eight inches. This model can accept anywhere from 3mil up to 10mil film. Mounting boards half an inch thick can also be laminated by this device to create professional visual aids.

• A high quality clutch guarantees consistently flat output while silicone rollers provide a quality seal without scratching. The result is a crystal clear covering of any material.

• This machine covers up to 43 inches wide. This is excellent for the creation of posters, banners, store ads, maps, and hundreds of other wide items. It operates at a maximum speed of ten feet per minute, depending on your preference and what type of material is being laminated.

• GBC provides a one year warranty on parts with 90 day coverage on labor.

Weaknesses:

• As you might expect from a 43 inch wide format laminator, this is a big and heavy machine. It weighs about 250 pounds and stands 50 inches tall. It comes on a wheeled stand for added mobility. As long as you're sure you have this much room for a laminator, this shouldn't be much of a problem.

• Also as expected from any large piece of office equipment, the Titan 1244 comes with a hefty price tag. While it's within a normal range for machine's of this size, you may want to put it in your budget now so that you're ready to buy when the time comes.

As you can see from the many strengths, the GBC Titan 1244 is a great versatile wide format laminator. Any office needing the option of both cold and hot lamination as well as the convenience of laminating extra wide items will benefit from the functionality and convenience of this machine. Be sure to check out the Titan 1244 today to see if it's right for your office.