Focus on Print Finishing Equipment Hybrid Services A practical way to streamline production
The Mimaki LA-160W is a heat-assisted laminator designed to slot neatly into a unified print, cut and finish setup. For users already working with Mimaki’s solvent and UV roll-to-roll printers and cutters, it offers a practical way to streamline production without introducing third-party complexity. With a lamination width of 1,580 mm and speeds up to 7.5 metres per minute, the LA-160W is built for efficiency. Its heated top roller improves adhesion, particularly on UV prints, helping to reduce silvering and improve clarity. The easy to access controls and foot pedal allow for single-operator use, which is useful in busy environments where multitasking is the norm. Prints from Mimaki’s UV roll fed printers can be laminated immediately thanks to instant-dry inks, removing the need for curing time and keeping jobs moving. This compatibility makes it a natural fit for sign makers looking to maintain consistency across their workflow.
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The LA-160W presents a cost-effective option for businesses aiming to consolidate their finishing process. Mimaki’s reputation for high build quality, reliability and ease of use make it a solid choice for any sign making business and especially those already invested in the Japanese manufacturer’s ecosystem.
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Helping customers maximise productivity with minimum fuss
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Finishing is where print turns into product. From precision cutting and lamination to sewing, welding and handling, it is the stage that defines the quality, durability and value of a printed application. It is crucial printers ensure they have reliable equipment in place if they want to ensure a quality finish. Soyang Hardware’s finishing and handling range has been built around one simple goal: to help customers maximise productivity with minimum fuss. Whether you are producing retail graphics, banners, textiles or display systems, each piece of equipment in the line-up has been selected for its reliability, performance and integration. With this complete finishing system, Soyang Hardware
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enables print businesses to take full control of quality and turnaround times. Every solution is backed by expert support, installation and training, ensuring smooth integration into existing workflows For example the Veloblade Nexus range of digital die-cutting systems, manufactured by Vivid Laminating Technologies, can handle substrates up to 25mm thick, opening up many opportunities for users. Add in that they integrate seamlessly with finishing workflows and this makes life even easier for customers. Soyang also offers the Bubble Free Application Table, engineered to apply laminates and overlays without bubbles, thus simplifying large or delicate applications. Soyang also offers laminators from several other leading manufacturers, including Mimaki’s LA Series and the Vivid Easymount. Other options include sewing machines from both Meevo and Solent, as well as welding equipment from Miller Weldmaster. In addition, Soyang supplies cutters and plotters from Graphtec and Mimaki, rail cutters from Keencut and roll handling and storage systems from PLASTGrommet to protect materials and simplify workflow logistics. Combining innovation from top brands with Soyang’s
technical expertise and next-day UK delivery, customers secure more than just machinery; they gain a partner committed to their success from the first print to the final product.
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