big squegee question

[timco1]

Can I laminate a 30" x 14' print with a big squegee? I have never tried anything that long. What is your experience? Thanks in advance.

 

[ironchef]

I would say no, i get bubbles on my 65" cold laminator for just stopping a bit or changes in speed. If i were you, sub it out, and avoid a huge headache. Then again i never used a bs. So i might be wrong.

 

[401Graphics]

nope.

 

[timco1]

big squegee

Does anyone have any actual experience? I need to know WHY I cant do this.

 

[401Graphics]

Does anyone have any actual experience? I need to know WHY I cant do this.

cuz its a bs duh :Big Laugh

 

[bois323]

Yes you can. I Have laminated 46" x 20' and it came out perfect. I do have to tell you that if it is the first time you are working with the big squeegee you might want to practice on smaller stuff first.

When I laminated that 20 foot print I had a lot of practice with the big squeegee.

The best way is to place the laminate flat on the print, peel of about 3 inches of laminate backing and stick that about one inch on the table and one inch on the print. Make sure the laminate is straigth and has no bubbles or wrinkles at the begining. Once you are certain it is straight. Roll the laminate onto the big squeegee and push away.

Since I got mine, our laminator is reserved for print that are 49" and bigger. Everything under that we use the big squeegee and we get a bubble free print evertime.

Also, make sure your table is flat, I mean really flat, the smallest warp or bow can really be a pain.

Check out the youtube videos on how to roll the laminate on the big squeegee.

 

[Gino]

Of course you can.... as long as your Big Squeegee is an inch or two bigger than your print. Like mentioned, if this is your maiden voyage, I'd practice a little first.

 

[TheSnowman]

You can...but you'll wanna have a perfect work surface, and plenty of room. If you use something with a thin liner (like Oracal) you'll be miserable without lots of practice. I use Arlon now because the backer is so thick.

I normally sub anything bigger than a 2' X 4' out for print and lam so I don't have to throw material away.

 

[401Graphics]

bs should have a disclaimer saying the product sucks when using oracal with it.

 

[Salmoneye]

Absolutely. We use a 8' glass table, run 7.5' roll up the finished end, roll out the unfinished and keep going. I have had an instance or two with a bubble that I had to work or pop but usually just a little more silvering. My 65" laminator seems to be able to start and stop no issue.

 

[timco1]

bs

Thank you. and this is not my first time. Just needed some advice.

 

[TheSnowman]

bs should have a disclaimer saying the product sucks when using oracal with it.

 

[timco1]

bs

Just did it.. No problem at all. Went very well and very fast as well.
I used Arlon Laminate instead of 210. Thanks again.

 

[SlightlyChilled]

30" not a problem any bigger you may need a hand..