Laminating doesn’t have to be expensive. Small laminating projects can be completed with affordable laminators and laminating supplies that preserve and protect your id cards, badges and documents.

Of course, there may be situations that call for laminating machines that can handle higher volume jobs, but for occasional laminating, our economical options will create professionally laminated documents and start at just $9.99!

Learn more about our new budget laminating options and affordable laminators or browse all of our binding, laminating and shredding machines and supplies at PresentationsDirect.com.

Save $1500 on this refurbished GBC MP2500ix interchangeable die punch that has been inspected and tested by a qualified service technician. One 19-hole Plastic Comb Die Punch (7704450) is included as well as free shipping!  (Note: Only 1 unit in stock. Available while supplies last at www.PresentationsDirect.com.)

The heavy-duty GBC MP2500iX punch can handle up to 16,000 sheets an hour and is quiet enough for use in office environments. LEDs make production easier by displaying power on, die-set errors and full chad drawer. A range of interchangeable die sets for the MP2500ix are available to handle all your presentation spine styles.

The Official Lumbar Extender

Sitting in the wrong position, lifting incorrectly and poor posture can all contribute to lower back pain.  Even if you’re in an office 8 hours a day, your back can still get a work out.  That’s why you need the Lumbar Extender.  It stretches your lower back and provides back pain relief therapy.

Right now, while supplies last, you can save $10 on the Official Lumbar Extender and also get FREE Shipping!  Take advantage of this limited-time special and read reviews on the Original Lumbar Extender PresentationsDirect.com!

GBC Matte Binding Combs are the perfect presentation spines when you want to combine the ease-of-use and economical benefits of plastic comb bindings with a more stylish comb solution. 

For years, the plastic comb binding style has been extremely popular due to value and the ability to easily bind documents and edit presentations.  The cost of entry was low, the equipment operator did not need special training and the bindings were durable.  But if an organization wanted to add a special look to their bound documents, they would often look to other binding options.

Often, people would bump up to a different binding style if they were looking for a binding option that was more stylish.  These viable, but more expensive options include Coil Binding, Wire Binding and even Strip Binding.  But now, you can have style and value in one with the new GBC matte textured binding spines.

New for 2009, the GBC matte comb spines are exclusively available from GBC in 2 textured color options, matte black and matte frost.  6 matte spine sizes are available:

• 1/4″ Matte Combs (up to 25 sheets)
• 3/8″ Matte Combs (up to 55 sheets)
• 1/2″ Matte Combs (up to 84 sheets)
• 5/8″ Matte Combs (up to 112 sheets)
• 3/4″ Matte Combs (up to 127 sheets)
• 1″ Matte Combs (up to 168 sheets)

With just a hint of texture, a lot of style and a great price, you don’t want to miss out on the NEW GBC Matte Plastic Comb Binding Spines!  Visit PresentationsDirect.com to learn more.

eBeam Complete

Have you ever wanted to have an interactive whiteboard, but you didn’t want to rip out your existing boards and pay the expense of all new electronic boards?

eBeam may be the solution you’ve been looking for. eBeam Whiteboard Technology turns your existing whiteboard into a fully interactive workspace. eBeam is popular in both educational and office environments.

The short demo video below introduces you to some of the benefits and features of eBeam in an educational environment. No longer do you need to tear out old whiteboards and replace them with expensive electronic boards. eBeam helps you leverage your existing board investments and bring your boards into the 21st century at a lower cost compared to traditional interactive boards.

eBeam is available in 3 packages:

1. eBeam Whiteboard
2. eBeam Projection
3. eBeam Complete

Rhin-O-Tuff 3250CL

We are excited about the release of the new Rhin-O-Tuff 3250CL Coil Binding Machine!  The Rhin-O-Tuff 3250CL is an all in one electric coil punch and electric coil inserter. This durable and simple to use all-in-one solution meets a need for an affordably priced, all electric coil binding system.

Compatible with nearly all brands of coil bindings, the 3250CL turns loose pages into impressive looking documents.  Binds books using up to 15mm (5/8”) coil size, or about 110 sheet documents.  Be sure to watch our demonstration video below and learn more at www.PresentationsDirect.com.

GBC Ultima 35 EzLoad Roll Laminator

Overview: The GBC Ultima 35 EzLoad 12” roll laminator provides quality and flexibility to handle personal, school and business lamination projects with patented EZLoad laminating film technology. From photos and certificates to banners and signage, this laminator is well equipped with great features to consider.

Features:

• Ease of Use Operation: The POWER and READY lights allow the user to know when their GBC Ultima 35 EzLoad is fully operational and ready for use. With an approximate 1 minute warm up time, there is little waiting involved and you can begin your lamination projects almost immediately. Use the simple ‘rocker’ switch to enable the Stop, Forward or Reverse functions of the laminator. The Temperature Control Knob makes it easy to adjust the heat settings for the various film thicknesses. If you are looking to eliminate costly service calls due to film jams or wraps caused by incorrectly loaded film then this laminator might be just for you. The Ultima 35 EzLoad films are designed with special sized and color coded end caps to make film loading fool-proof. The film cartridges will only fit into the appropriate and designated positions. The adjustable Feed Guide is a helpful tool to ensure that longer materials are aligned and fed into the laminator properly for flawless finished projects. The Ultima 35 EzLoad also has an integrated trimmer to allow users to cut laminated materials from the machine.
• Safety: Users are protected from inadvertently contacting the heating elements with the safety Heat Shield. To prevent overheating and offer peace of mind, the Ultima 35 EzLoad laminator is equipped with an Auto Shut-Off feature that turns the laminator off after 1 hour of non-use.
• Durability and Service: A limited 1 year warranty from GBC is included with the purchase of a new Ultima 35 EzLoad laminator. The well built Ultima 35EZ is capable of providing years of production use. If a service need should arise, you can rest assured that with GBC’s nationwide service coverage, a qualified technician can be located in your area.
• Film Length/Thickness Options: The Ultima 35 EzLoad is limited only by the fact that the laminator will only accept the specifically designed GBC 12” EZLoad films. The current compatible films available are 1.7 mil., 3 mil., and 5 mil. thicknesses in both gloss and matte finishes.
• Cost: Most customers searching for a roll laminator to tackle their smaller laminating projects are looking for a laminator with a small footprint and price tag. With the introduction of the GBC Ultima 35 EZLoad 12” roll laminator both of these requirements have been met. You will not find a comparable laminator from manufacturers such as Banner, Tamerica or Akiles equipped with the above mentioned technology and features in the same classification and price range of the Ultima 35 EzLoad laminator.

Recommendation: If you are shopping for a laminator capable of laminating materials larger than 12” wide, mounting or a unit designed for specialty applications you should consider a laminator in a separate category such as the GBC Ultima 65 27” Heat Roll laminator or a model in the GBC Catena series. Whether you desire to preserve personal documents and family photographs, protect school signage and banners or enhance your company’s promotional materials you will be satisfied and pleased with your choice of the GBC Ultima 35 EZLoad 12” desktop roll laminator.

More Information: If you would like more information or would like to purchase the GBC Ultima 35 ez-load roll laminator or browse through our other pouch and roll laminators, please visit http://www.PresentationsDirect.com

Overview:
The GBC Ultima 65 school roll laminator is the best selling laminator for the school market in the United States.  Daycares, churches and printers are also taking advantage of this easy-to-operate, heavy duty, 27” heat roll laminator.  This laminator is an ideal solution to preserve classroom manipulatives, art projects, bulletin board decorations, tradeshow graphics, blueprints and so much more.

The GBC Ultima 65 is a heat roll laminator in contrast to a heat shoe laminator such as the Ledco, USI or Banner school laminators.  A heat shoe laminator is not recommended for environments where the laminator will experience multiple stop and start runs.  The benefit of a heat roll laminator is found in the steel rods found within the rollers.  Heat rollers are able to evenly distribute heat which prevents cold spot blotches from appearing on laminated materials. 

Features:

• Ease of Use Operation – The keypad controls and LED display of the Ultima 65 makes laminating more efficient and simple enough for all operators.  Teachers, librarians, office personnel and volunteers can feel comfortable and capable using the Ultima 65 with only minimal training.
• Safety – Complete with safety interlock feed tray and safety shield the GBC Ultima 65 is well equipped with safety in mind.  This unit will not operate unless the feed tray is locked in place and the safety shield has been engaged.  To prevent overheating and offer peace of mind, this laminator is equipped with an Auto Shut-Off feature that turns the machine off after 4 hours of non-use.
• Durability and Service – The heavy duty construction of the Ultima 65 will enable years of lamination use.  This laminator requires only minimal maintenance.  Service calls are typically a result of operator error.  This includes loading film incorrectly or attempting to laminate materials (wood, cardboard, etc) not recommended for this machine.  Please be aware that the Ultima 65 is not designed for mounting materials.  If a service need should arise, you can rest assured that with GBC’s nationwide service coverage, a qualified technician can be located in your area.
• Variable Film Length/Thickness Options – Although 1.5 mil. 25” x 500’ is the most common film used on the Ultima 65; this unit is capable of laminating sheets up to 27” wide.  This is ideal for laminating larger posters, maps, banners and signs.  The Ultima 65 will accept 1.2, 1.5, 1.7 and 3 mil. Thick films to allow you to choose the desired rigidity of your finished product.
• Cost – If you are looking to invest your carefully budgeted money into a well built, dependable and easy to use roll laminator; the Ultima 65 could be the laminator for you.  This unit is extremely well priced in its category.  There may be an alternative laminator available at a slightly lower price, but with a GBC product, like the best-selling Ultima 65, you know you will receive a superior quality product.  With the rising cost of oil and oil based products, laminating film costs can be difficult to manage.  High volume film users such as schools are seeking ways to stretch their monies as much as possible.  The GBC Ultima 65 will help you accomplish this goal because all brands and grades of film can be run on this laminator.

Recommendation:
Whether you are an educational facility seeking to protect your educational resources, a church desiring to enhance their promotional materials or a printer offering basic lamination services for posters and signage for your customers, I would highly recommend the GBC Ultima 65 laminator.  If you are shopping for a laminator capable of mounting or a unit designed for specialty applications you should consider a laminator in a separate category such as the GBC Catena series.  

More Information:
If you would like more information or would like to purchase the GBC Ultima 65 School Roll Laminator or browse through our other GBC roll and pouch laminators, please visit www.PresentationsDirect.com.

Synopsis:
The GBC PB2600 binding machine is a compact, electric comb binding inserter.  This modular unit increases productivity during assembly of comb bound books.

Pluses:
The GBC PB2600 binding machine has an easy select dial to adjust for varying sizes of comb bindings and contains an illuminated size guide helping to make set up easier.  The operator can use the table top push button or the foot pedal option for opening and closing the combs.  The PB2600 is equipped with exclusive spine stoppers to prevent large oval binding elements from flipping forward when opened.  These stoppers can be removed if larger, oval comb bindings are rarely used or not used at all.  This unit is all metal construction and includes aluminum die cast sides which provide long life and overall durability.  The PB2600 can be stacked onto a modular punching unit for space saving as well as greater productivity potential.  The GBC Magnapunch Interchangeable Die Punch, GBC MP2500iX Interchangeable Die Punch or GBC CombBind MP2000PB Punch will provide the punch equipment you need to prepare to bind with the GBC PB2600.

Minuses:
The GBC PB2600 can only use a maximum comb length of 19 rings or bind an 11-1/4” sheet size.  Some feel the spine stoppers can get in the way when binding smaller books. 

My Point of View:
My overall opinion is that the GBC PB2600 binding machine is a quick, compact comb inserter if you are strictly binding standard 19R or 11-1/4” sheets.  This unit is well built and designed for production and ease of operation.

If you would like more information or would like to purchase the GBC PB2600 Binding Machine or browse through our other binding machines, please visit www.PresentationsDirect.com.

About the Author:
D. Michael Smith has worked in the document finishing industry for more than 30 years helping individuals, organizations, schools and companies find solutions for their presentation needs.