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HOT OFF THE PRESS For nearly 20 years, we at Hot Press have served the framing and photographic markets with a wide range of premium laminating ﬁlms, mounting adhesives and substrates. While our greatest claim to fame is undoubtedly the Hot Press brand of heated glass top vacuum presses, we think our hands-on technical support and legendary customer service is what truly sets us apart. TRAINING DVDS JETMOUNTER 26/34 This instructional DVD helps you to set up and operate desk top laminators, speciﬁcally the JM26 and JM34. Subjects covered include: • • • • • • Mounting to various board types Mounting of various art types Various methods of over-lamination Face mounting to Perspex Creating ﬂoater frames and image wraps on MDF Mounting images within wedding albums This is an essential for anyone wanting to maximize their work and revenue ﬂow. JETMOUNTER 44/55 This instructional DVD covers the set up and operation of larger laminators, with roll feed and take up bars, speciﬁcally the JM44 and JM55. Subjects covered include: • • • • • • • Setting up a laminator for continuous feed mounting Setting up a laminator for continuous feed laminating Using removable ﬁlms for creating temporary displays Mounting to various board types Mounting to various art types Various methods of over-laminating Face mounting to Perspex This is an invaluable guide for anyone who is new to large laminator operations. HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES This unique DVD covers the set up and operation of heated vacuum presses, speciﬁcally the HGP260/HGP360 and HGP560. Subjects covered include: • Setting up a press and control feature explanation • Overview of essential accessories and tools needed for successful operation • Mounting techniques for various board and artwork combinations • Various over-laminating techniques • Canvas bonding of photographs and paper prints • Protection of inkjet canvases by the application of ultra thin laminates 1 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 CONTENTS 1. JETMOUNTERTM MANUAL LAMINATORS .................. 3 12. CANVAS .................................................................... 32 2. JETMOUNTERTM MOTORISED LAMINATORS ............ 4 13. TOOLS OF THE TRADE ........................................... 34 ML13..............................................................................................3 ML25..............................................................................................3 JM26, JM34 ..................................................................................5 JM44SHA, JM55SHA ...................................................................5 3. PRESSURE SENSITIVE MOUNTING FILMS ............... 7 DOUBLE-SIDED MOUNT FILM ....................................................7 SYNART™ ....................................................................................8 FYNART™.....................................................................................8 WINDOW-ART MOUNT FILM .......................................................8 SELF-WOUND MOUNT FILM, STANDARD .................................9 SELF-WOUND MOUNT FILM, ULTRA ........................................9 SELF-WOUND MOUNT FILM, PERM/PEEL ................................9 TRANSFER MOUNT FILM, ULTRA ..............................................9 ADHESIVE COATED CANVAS ..................................................32 SUPER WHITE ADHESIVE CANVAS.........................................32 TACKING IRON...........................................................................34 PIERCING TOOL ........................................................................34 ZIPPY CUTTER...........................................................................35 CUTTING MATS..........................................................................35 TAC CLOTHS™ ..........................................................................36 MULE™ .......................................................................................36 4. PRESSURE SENSITIVE LAMINATES........................ 10 PHOTO UV SATIN MATTE .........................................................10 PHOTO UV FULL MATTE ...........................................................10 PHOTO UV STANDARD GLOSS ...............................................11 PHOTO UV ULTRA GLOSS........................................................11 PHOTO UV SAND TEXTURE .....................................................12 PHOTO UV FINE LINEN .............................................................12 PHOTO UV COARSE LINEN ......................................................12 PHOTO UV CANVASTEX ...........................................................13 PHOTO UV NATURAL LEATHER ..............................................13 PHOTO UV STEEL .....................................................................13 PHOTO UV SHEENTEX .............................................................13 PHOTO UV CRYSTALTEX .........................................................13 ECO UV SATIN MATTE ..............................................................14 ECO UV FULL MATTE ................................................................14 5. SPECIALITY SELF-ADHESIVE FILMS ....................... 15 CHALKBOARD LAMINATE .........................................................15 6. HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES ........ 16 7. DRY MOUNTING TISSUES ........................................ 20 UNIMOUNT CLASSIC™ .............................................................20 VISTAMOUNT™ .........................................................................21 ARTSAFE 200™ .........................................................................21 8. HEAT ACTIVATED MOUNTING FILMS...................... 22 DRY MOUNT FILM - CLEAR ......................................................22 ACID-FREE MOUNT FILM ..........................................................23 HEAT TRANSFER FILM .............................................................23 9. HEATSEAL LAMINATES ............................................ 26 ARTSHIELD™ UV GLOSS LUSTRE ..........................................26 ARTSHIELD™ UV SATIN MATTE ..............................................26 ARTSHIELD™ UV FULL MATTE ................................................27 ARTSHIELD™ UV SAND TEXTURE ..........................................27 ARTSHIELD™ UV FINE LINEN ..................................................27 ARTSHIELD™ UV COARSE LINEN ...........................................27 ARTSHIELD™ UV CANVASTEX ................................................27 10. NON-PERFORATED HEATSET LAMINATES .......... 30 MEDIASHIELD UV SATINEX ......................................................30 MEDIASHIELD UV MATTEX.......................................................30 MEDIASHIELD UV MATTE .........................................................30 MEDIASHIELD UV EMERYTEX .................................................30 11. ANCILLARIES .......................................................... 31 SILICONE RELEASE PAPER .....................................................31 CLEAR SILICONE RELEASE FILM ............................................31 FOAM PLASTIC ..........................................................................31 VACUFOAM ................................................................................31 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 2 JETMOUNTER MANUAL LAMINATORS JETMOUNTER MANUAL LAMINATORS Here at Hot Press we have always been known for supplying the best in quality equipment for professional print presentation. As new markets emerge we aim to deliver machinery that is perfect for the job. The home workshop and limited space retail sector has been growing in recent years and though many people would like a JetMounterTM or a Hot Glass Press – they simply do not have the room. With this in mind we are pleased to oﬀer two new machines that will help users in this market. 3 ML13 MANUAL LAMINATOR ML25 MANUAL LAMINATOR This new manual laminator is perfect for the home user or for those who only need to laminate smaller items. Though built as a table top unit it is still capable of doing a wide variety of jobs. With its opening height of an impressive 20mm (0.78”), it is perfect for people wanting to produce acrylic blocks and MDF block mounts. The maximum working width of this model is 335mm (13.2”) which means that work up to the popular Super A3+ size can be accommodated. The height is set with twin adjusters and work is transported through the laminator by a hand crank handle. Due to its light weight construction, when not in use the laminator can be easily stored away. Please note this laminator requires some self assembly which will require a screwdriver. Though the JetMounterTM 26 is the most popular machine in our laminator range, it may be a little over speciﬁed for the occasional or home user. With our huge range of 650mm (25.5”) wide materials we have been asked for a laminator that will handle this size, but is lighter in weight and with a more basic speciﬁcation. The ML25 has a working width of 650mm (25.5”) and opens to 20mm (0.78”) high. Work is transported through the laminator by a hand crank handle. Due to its light weight construction and fold up feed tables, the laminator can be easily stored away when not in use. ML13 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 ML25 JETMOUNTER MOTORSIED LAMINATORS JetMountersTM are designed to be easy to operate whilst producing work to the highest professional standards. They can handle all types of ﬂat artwork, from photographs and paper posters to delicate plastics and vinyls. They are also ideal for processing most board stock, from simple card to MDF and Masonite. FORWARD AND REVERSE OPERATION Smaller JetMounters™ are designed to be operated on any desk or work bench and are light-weight for easy storing. Larger laminators can be bench mounted or ﬁtted to a custom designed stand with wheels for easy manoeuvring. The largest JetMounter™ is built on a permanent stand that oﬀers safe and rigid support but allows the operator access to the underside of the machine. OPERATING WIDTHS JetMounters™ come in a variety of sizes with maximum operating widths from 457mm (18”) to 1630mm (64.2”). Small jobs can be processed on larger machines with ease, so it is important to consider the maximum width you will require. BOARD THICKNESS AND ADJUSTMENT For maximum versatility the JetMountersTM are ﬁtted with variable height adjusters. From the thinnest graphic to the thickest panel it is simple to set up your JetMounter™ to use the right amount of pressure across your work. Please see the speciﬁcation panel for further details. Though JetMounters™ are designed to feed your work through from the front to the back, they have a useful reverse operation switch that allows for accurate positioning of precision jobs. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL For new laminator users the variable speed control is a great feature which allows you to build your conﬁdence by using the machine at slower speeds. As your expertise grows you can move to faster speeds and the top speed will save you time and money. SAFETY FEATURES Safety in the workshop is vital and the JetMounter™ range of laminators use ‘magic eye’ technology to stop the laminator when a possible obstruction enters the rollers. Additionally, emergency stop buttons and reset procedures ensure safe working conditions for operators. AUTO OR FOOT OPERATION JetMountersTM can be set to run automatically for the continuous feed of boards or can be set for foot switch operation. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 JETMOUNTER MOTORISED LAMINATORS MACHINE POSITIONING 4 INTRODUCING THE JM34 By popular demand the new-size JM34 has been created to fulﬁl a gap in the market. The JM34 is the ideal width for processing full JM26 sheets of mountboard, oﬀering more versatility on commonly used board sizes. JetMounter™ JM26 and JM34 These smaller, motorised tabletop laminators are operated by foot switch, leaving both hands free to handle the work being processed. The JM26 and JM34 are designed for mounting and laminating inkjet output but are equally capable of handling photographic or printed media. All models include a supply shaft and self-checking photocells for ﬁnger protection. Note: there are no rewind shafts on these models. Exclusive to the JetMounter range: • • Siliconised rollers New higher 25mm (1”) opening height JetMounter™ JM44SHA and JM55SHA In addition to the standard features oﬀered by all JetMounter™ electric models, including variable speed electric drive, silicone rollers, steel construction, foot pedal and photo-electric safety stop, the JM44SHA and JM55SHA also oﬀer: JETMOUNTER MOTORISED LAMINATORS • • 5 • • • • single height adjustment controls an LCD pressure gauge display to allow more precision control of mounting and laminating operations unwind and rewind shafts bigger diameter rollers digital height readout front-mounted media unwind tray with supply shaft which can be used for feeding media, mounting adhesive or kraft paper JM44SHA Both models also come complete with stand with roll storage feature. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 JM26 JM34 JM44SHA JM55SHA Max working width 670mm (26”) 890mm (34”) 1120mm (44”) 1400mm (55”) Width 845mm (33.3”) 1050mm (41.3”) 1540mm (60.6”) 1790mm (70.5”) Depth 310mm (12.2”) 300mm (11.8”) 480mm (18.9”) 480mm (18.9”) Height 340mm (13.4”) 340mm (13.4”) 480mm (18.9”) 480mm (18.9”) Weight 24kg (53lbs) 32kg (70.5lbs) 110kg (242lbs) 150kg (330lbs) Roller diameter 63.5mm (2.5”) 63.5mm (2.5”) 102mm (4”) 127mm (5”) Max opening 25mm (1”) 25mm (1”) 25mm (1”) 25mm (1”) 76-305cm/min 76-305cm/min 91-550cm/min 61-550cm/min (2.5-10fpm) (2.5-10fpm) (3-18fpm) (2-18fpm) Speed range JETMOUNTER MOTORISED LAMINATORS Model 2 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 6 PRESSURE SENSITITVE MOUNTING FILMS Our comprehensive range of pressure sensitive mounting ﬁlms are ideal for all standard mounting projects and a wide variety of applications, such as face mounting on acrylic and interchangeable graphics. As you would expect, all of our ﬁlms use only the highest quality adhesives, carriers and release liners so you can always be assured of the best results. DOUBLE-SIDED MOUNT FILM PRESSURE SENSITIVE MOUNTING FILMS This is our most popular pressure sensitive mounting ﬁlm. It works well with all kinds of laminators and can even be applied by hand for specialist jobs. The product itself is formed from a clear central carrier ﬁlm, which is coated on both sides with a very strong adhesive. Each adhesive layer is then protected by a grid-marked carrier paper. The two separate release liners mean that this adhesive can be rolled out on the work bench and simply cut to the correct size for each mounting job. Oﬀ-cuts of material need not be wasted, but used for smaller jobs later. This product is suitable for all kinds of artwork from plain paper and posters to inkjet and photographic media. Due to its strength and ﬂexibility it also works well with plastic based media and textured art papers. Double-sided mount ﬁlm works well with all kinds of mounting substrates, from white display board and foam centred boards to MDF and rigid plastic boards. 7 Code Size PMDS25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PMDS25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) PMDS33082 840mm x 25m (33” x 82’) PMDS41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) PMDS41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PMDS51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) PMDS51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 TRANSPARENCY MOUNT FILM SYNARTTM WINDOW-ART MOUNT FILM Mounting images to clear acrylic panels, originally practised in the sign making industry, has always been popular. Creating large, illuminated signs for shopping centres, airports and other public areas, where the work is viewed from a distance, only requires a basic, optically clear ﬁlm. Polypropylene is used as the central core of this ﬁlm and the product is ﬁne for those looking for an economy product. Synart, as its name suggests, is primarily used for the production of acrylic signage; for artwork that is to be viewed in the home we would suggest looking at our superior Fynart product. Code Size PMTS25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PMTS41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PMTS51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. TRANSPARENCY MOUNT FILM FYNARTTM This mounting ﬁlm has a number of uses. Its primary function is as an adhesive for applying artwork and signage to windows and other clear surfaces. The ﬁrst side of the mount ﬁlm has a conventional permanent adhesive and this is intended to be stuck to the front or back of the artwork itself, depending on the application. The second side of the ﬁlm has a special release liner that, when peeled back, exposes a micro-pyramid pattern adhesive. The texture of the adhesive means that when the artwork or graphic is hand-applied to the window, the image rests with only the points of the micro-pyramids touching the glass. This has two beneﬁts: air can easily be pushed out, leaving no bubbles and the image can easily be repositioned as required. Code Size PMWA25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PMWA41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PMWA51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. This is our more established and superior quality optically clear mounting ﬁlm. For wall art and acrylic blocks this ﬁlm oﬀers much better colour rendition and is truly invisible even when viewed close up. Fynart is the choice of photographers, framers, digital artists and photo labs who want to produce the highest quality products and charge a premium for their work. If you require more information on how to produce acrylic blocks please contact us. ALTERNATIVE USES A popular use of Window-art is application to the back of photographs, so that they can be stuck to wedding album pages and will still peel oﬀ if adjustment is required. When an album is completed to your satisfaction the Size PMTF12016 325mm x 5m (12.5” x 16’) PMTF25016 650mm x 5m (25.5” x 16’) PMTF25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PMTF41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PMTF51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. prints can then be made permanent by pressing the images, which ‘pops’ the micro-pyramids and gives a full adhesive coverage. Windowart is also ideal for making temporary signage for walls, doors, counter tops and even vehicles. When making signs the Window-art is applied to the back of the graphic and the graphic is usually laminated with a top ﬁlm for durability. This method requires that the surface stuck to is clean and smooth. PRESSURE SENSITIVE MOUNTING FILMS Code 2 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 8 SELF-WOUND MOUNT FILM STANDARD We oﬀer various self-wound mounting ﬁlms, for use with laminators that feature an unwind shaft on the top. Self-wound mounting ﬁlms have only one release liner, which is non-stick on both sides. As the roll is unwound the adhesive layer is exposed, so these ﬁlms cannot be used for cut sheet applications. Additionally the full width of the roll will always be used as the ﬁlm passes through the laminator, making self-wound ﬁlms more suited to volume jobs, where a large number of boards or images are to be processed at the same time. Our STANDARD ﬁlm is a general purpose ﬁlm that is suitable NEW! for most kinds of artwork, from plain paper and posters to inkjet and photographic media. Standard self-wound ﬁlm works well with all kinds of mounting substrates, from white display board and foam centred boards to MDF and rigid plastic boards. Code Size PMSW25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PMSW25164 650mm x 50m (25.5” x 164’) PMSW41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) PMSW41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PMSW41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PMSW51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) PMSW51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) PMSW51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) PMSW55164 1400mm x 50m (55” x 164’) PMSW61164 1550mm x 50m (61” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PRESSURE SENSITIVE MOUNTING FILMS TRANSFER MOUNT FILM ULTRA 9 The ULTRA version of our transfer ﬁlm features a more aggressive adhesive and, due to its carrierless construction, it is very good for wrapping images around edges, like thick MDF. This product is also recommended for ﬂexible or roll works, such as pull up banners. Code Size PMTU25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) PMTU41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PMTU51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) SELF-WOUND MOUNT FILM ULTRA Our ULTRA option of self-wound mount ﬁlm has been developed for more challenging applications, where the standard product may struggle. Mounting substrates such as corex or aluminium are notoriously diﬃcult to get a strong bond to and this ﬁlm will provide a better result. Similarly, when trying to wrap graphics around the edge of thicker substrates, such as MDF, the extra adhesion that this ﬁlm provides will do the job. Code Size PMSU25164 650mm x 50m (25.5” x 164’) PMSU41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PMSU41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PMSU51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) PMSU51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. SELF-WOUND MOUNT FILM PERM/PEEL This product is an unusual twist on the normal selfwound recipe. PERM/PEEL has two diﬀerent kinds of adhesive built into one ﬁlm. As the roll unwinds it exposes a permanent adhesive, which can be coated to the back of your artwork or onto a board. When the second layer is exposed it is a lower tack adhesive. This ﬁlm is suitable for coating graphics that can be stuck to rigid plastic or expanded foam PVC boards. The graphic can be removed later, allowing the board to be re-used, thus saving money. When coated onto the board itself, it creates a repositionable surface for the application of complex artwork that may need to be applied by hand and re-arranged. Code Size PMPP25164 650mm x 50m (25.5” x 164’) PMPP41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PMPP51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 PRESSURE SENSITITVE LAMINATES The Hot Press range of pressure-sensitive, or cold, laminates are designed for use with the JetMounterTM and other quality roller laminators. The ﬁlms work well at room temperature and provide superior protection from abrasion, moisture and pollutants. All contain UV stabilisers and absorbers to inhibit fading and discolouration from sunlight. The overall ﬁnish of this ﬁlm is a soft and smooth sheen eﬀect. This ﬁlm is often used to laminate paper posters and prints, as its subtle ﬁnish closely mimics that of the printed piece. The satin ﬁnish reduces glare but doesn’t reduce contrast. Another popular use for Photo UV Satin Matte is as a protective laminate for images in wedding albums; as the ﬁlm is relatively thin it doesn’t add too much bulk to the album. PHOTO UV FULL MATTE 75µ The purpose of the complete matte ﬁnish of this ﬁlm is to eliminate reﬂections. Photo UV Full Matte ﬁlm is most often used where lighting is unpredictable and uncontrollable, such as exhibition halls and other public places. This ﬁlm is very useful for creating a protective surface that doesn’t actually look laminated, as it is virtually undetectable to the naked eye. It also oﬀers additional UV protection when used behind plain glass, yet is almost invisible. Code Size Code Size PSSM25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSFM25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSSM25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) PSFM33082 840mm x 25m (33” x 82’) PSSM33082 840mm x 25m (33” x 82’) PSFM41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) PSSM41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) PSFM41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PSSM41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PSFM51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) PSSM51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 PRESSURE SENSITIVE LAMINATES PHOTO UV SATIN MATTE 70µ 10 PHOTO UV STANDARD GLOSS 40µ This long-established ﬁlm, with its simple gloss ﬁnish, closely resembles the gloss surface of conventional photographic and inkjet media. It can be used to impart a glossy ﬁnish to any ﬂat artwork, regardless of its original ﬁnish. Code Size PSSG25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSSG33082 840mm x 25m (33” x 82’) PSSG41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) PSSG41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PSSG51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) PSSG51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PHOTO UV ULTRA GLOSS 50µ This ﬁlm oﬀers the highest level of gloss available and the ﬁnish is often compared to Cibachrome prints. With its incredibly smooth surface it delivers an almost mirror-like ﬁnish. The ﬁlm is recommended for artwork where impact and vibrant colours are required. When mounting Photo UV Ultra Gloss images, a very high quality adhesive ﬁlm and board type are highly recommended. Code Size PSUG25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSUG41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PSUG51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. GOT A PICTURE FRAMING QUESTION? Hot Press is proud to support The Framers Forum. This is a forum site for picture framers and image makers worldwide. It is free to join and is a great place to share ideas, tips and recommendations on all things related to art presentation. The forum is run by picture framers – for picture framers. To get involved with this global community, simply point your browser PRESSURE SENSITIVE LAMINATES at www.theframersforum.com and join in the fun! 11 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 PHOTO UV SAND TEXTURE 100µ NEW! A long standing favourite in our cold range, this nonreﬂective ﬁlm is ideal for artwork and graphics that will be subjected to prolonged exposure in public places, such as restaurants, cafes, pubs and hotels. It displays a pleasing sandy texture that is also very scuﬀ-resistant. When used in conjunction with the correct base ﬁlms, it forms a great top surface for ﬂoor graphics, as it has attained slip rating safety test standards. Information on this is available on request. Code Size PSST25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSST33082 840mm x 25m (33” x 82’) PSST41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) PSST41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PSST51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) PSST51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. CAN’T FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR? PHOTO UV FINE LINEN 100µ This delicate, linen-textured laminate is the ﬁnest of the three fabric textures in our range. It is often speciﬁed by photographers wishing to impart a subtle yet decorative ﬁnish to their work. It is non-reﬂective and quite scuﬀ resistant making it ideal for wall prints in the home or for display. It is also useful for disguising minor creases and cracks in prints and posters. Code Size PSFL25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSFL51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) PSFL51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PHOTO UV COARSE LINEN 100µ This ﬁlm displays a mid-gauge fabric texture resembling rough cotton or hessian. It is commonly used on larger format artwork where a ﬁner ﬁnish may be lost. The rougher gauge of this ﬁlm is capable of hiding larger imperfections in prints and posters. Like most textured laminates it is quite scuﬀ resistant. Code Size PSCL25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) We are constantly striving to improve and increase PSCL51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) our very diverse range or materials. If you have a PSCL51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) product in mind, but can’t ﬁnd it in our catalogue, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. to help and always keen to chat with users of our PRESSURE SENSITIVE LAMINATES products. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 12 PHOTO UV CANVASTEX 190µ A very heavy-gauge fabric-texture ﬁlm that is reminiscent of real canvas. This brand new addition to our range has already proved a massive hit with pre-launch test volunteers. Photo UV Canvastex is a good alternative to either printing to, or indeed mounting on, real canvas. The use of less expensive media and less ink make this product a cost eﬀective alternative to more expensive printable canvases. The protection of inkjet canvas by lamination is highly recommended, as it is very susceptible to damage. But this is usually only possible using a heatvacuum method. Photo UV Canvastex opens up many new opportunities for cold laminator users to capitalise on the trend for canvas-look prints. Photo UV Canvastex is very durable and, like all laminates, easy to clean, making it ideal for work that is on show in public areas, such as hotels, restaurants, cafes and clubs. Photo UV Canvastex creates the illusion that the image has been printed onto canvas but is much tougher and easier to maintain. Photo UV Canvastex is well suited to photographic portraiture, landscapes and many kinds of artwork that simulate paintings, both traditional and modern. Code Size PSCN25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSCN51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PRESSURE SENSITIVE LAMINATES PHOTO UV NATURAL LEATHER 150µ 13 In previous years we have oﬀered a complete range of leather-look laminates, but sadly the ﬁnish of the base ﬁlms went down in quality and we felt that they reﬂected badly on our reputation for only oﬀering the very best. After extensive product development and testing we have been able to source a superior grade plastic and we are now able to re-introduce a leather ﬁnish to our range. The new PHOTO UV NATURAL LEATHER is a medium grain texture and suits a wide variety of artwork. It can also be used to cover coloured papers to create a leatherlook covering for books and albums. When coated onto coloured mount boards it makes great leather mounts for picture surrounds. As leather is currently very popular for household furniture this is a great time to return a leather ﬁnish to our comprehensive list of ﬁnishes. Code Size PSLT25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSLT51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) PHOTO UV STEEL 80µ This ﬁlm was introduced in our last catalogue and is winning a very strong following. Its unique brushed steel ﬁnish looks good on both modern and traditional styles of artwork. The eﬀect is technically known as a ‘ﬂorentine’ pattern. This pattern is common on gold and silver picture frame mouldings and when used together with our steel ﬁnish has a very harmonising eﬀect. Photo UV Steel can be used with modern images to create a contemporary feel, or traditional images to create a brush stroke eﬀect. Code Size PSSF25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSSF51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PHOTO UV SHEENTEX 100µ Photo UV Sheentex is a variant of our popular Sand Texture ﬁnish, with a satin rather than a matte base. This gives the same sandy texture, but with a little more sheen to the ﬁnal result. As with sand texture, the builtin grain gives added protection from abrasion and helps reduce glare. Code Size PSSN41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PSSN51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PHOTO UV CRYSTALTEX 140µ This ﬁlm has a tiny diamond faceted surface texture that scatters light to give a deep lustrous ﬁnish to print surfaces. It is reminicient of our very popular GLOSS LUSTRE heatseal ﬁnish. It is especially well suited to photographic style work. Code Size PSCR25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) PSCR41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) PSCR41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) PSCR51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) PSCR51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 ECO UV FULL MATTE 80µ ECO UV SATIN MATTE 80µ This is a new addition to the Hot Press pressure-sensitive or ‘cold’ range of laminates. The overall eﬀect of this ﬁlm is a soft and smooth sheen eﬀect. This ﬁlm is suitable for paper posters and prints. Unlike Photo UV ﬁlms, it is made with a water-based adhesive. This is a new addition to the Hot Press pressure-sensitive or ‘cold’ range of laminates. The purpose of this ﬁlm is to eliminate reﬂections and allow your image to be viewed at any angle. Unlike Photo UV ﬁlms, it is made with a waterbased adhesive. Code Size Code Size ECSM25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) ECFM25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) ECSM41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) ECFM41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) ECSM41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) ECFM41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) ECSM51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) ECFM51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) ECSM51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) ECFM51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. PRESSURE SENSITIVE LAMINATES *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 14 SPECIALITY SELF-ADHESIVE FILMS Hot Press is part of a large group of companies that specialise in diﬀerent business sectors. We are pleased to be able to oﬀer a collection of our sister companies’ product ranges - new products with very useful applications that diﬀer from our normal materials. CHALKBOARD LAMINATE These two products are primarily designed for the production of chalkboards. The self-adhesive backing can be hand rubbed onto your chosen substrate or processed through a laminator. The ﬁlm itself is tough, thick and opaque. It comes in a choice of traditional green or black. The specially prepared top surface has a grainy texture and allows chalk to be applied and later removed with a wet cloth or sponge. Chalkboards are popular not only in the class room, but are very useful in kitchens, workshops, oﬃces, children’s rooms and anywhere that constantly changing information needs to be seen. Small chalkboards as ornaments or wall decoration in the home are a great way to use up short lengths of moulding in the picture framing workshop. Code Size PSCBB39082 1000mm x 25m (39.5” x 82’) Black PSCBG39082 1000mm x 25m (39.5” x 82’) Green *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ALTERNATIVE USE Black chalkboard ﬁlm can be used as a backing for block mounted work on MDF. Not only does SPECIALITY SELF-ADHESIVE FILMS it look far superior to bare MDF but it eliminates 15 the possibility of the block warping or bowing. When one side of thick MDF is sealed with adhesive and a print, the other side is left open to absorb moisture in the atmosphere. In extreme conditions this can cause the MDF to expand at the back giving a ‘banana eﬀect’ to the board. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES Based on our unique and proven technology, the Hot Press Glass Top Vacuum Press, or quite simply ‘The Hot Press’ as it is fondly and almost universally known, sets the standard for excellence in all areas of heat mounting and lamination. Regarded by many as the ‘industry standard’ machine for picture framers, these machines are also commonly used by restorers and professional print ﬁnishers worldwide. The HOT PRESS has been constantly evolving over the past twenty years and represents the most convenient and eﬃcient way of hot mounting in the modern framing workshop. The Hot Press is capable of handling a wide range of presentation materials, from white display board, foam centred board and MDF to photographs, art prints, inkjet canvases and delicate fabrics. No great physical strength is required to operate the machine and all types of work can be processed with ease. Additionally the Hot Press can be ﬁlled with multiple projects, thus saving time and energy. The Hot Press will eﬃciently process 25mm (1”) thick MDF on one side of the bed, whilst simultaneously processing 1mm (0.04”) card on the other. The transparent top panel of the Hot Press allows work to be viewed throughout most standard dry mounting procedures. The unique Hot Press heating system is widely acknowledged as the best press heating system in the world. By passing electricity across a special conductive coating on a sheet of strengthened glass, a very even heat is created. This heat is monitored several times every second by a special sensor and can be controlled to within 2ºC. The use of a glass platen, rather than a metal one, leads to fast warm-up times, from room temperature to working temperature and a very even distribution of heat across its surface. This eliminates the need for ‘press watching’ and increases productivity in the workshop. The adjustable temperature control allows all kinds of artwork to be dry mounted, even those that may be damaged by heat. The versatile temperature controller allows temperatures from 0ºC to 115ºC to be set on the machine. Cold operation of the Hot Press, by turning the temperature down, also means the machine can be used with wet adhesives for low-value jobs. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES HEATING SYSTEM 16 TIMING SYSTEM The Hot Press comes with a built-in programmable process timer, so a time can be set and the timer started, leaving the operator free to prepare the next job. When the timing cycle is completed the vacuum pump will switch oﬀ, the atmospheric pressure is returned to the press and the timer resets for the next project. This again saves time. When processing large volumes of work, the programmable timer can be set to the minimum time required for each batch of work, again maximising productivity. The timer has two diﬀerent and distinct modes of operation. The AUTO setting allows for timed operation on repetitive jobs, whilst the MANUAL setting allows the ﬂexibility to set the machine running whilst you do other work. In this mode it will keep running until you are free to return to the job. PRESSURE SYSTEM HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES The Hot Press typically deliver 6.35kg (14lbs) of pressure per square inch and this is enough to process any kind of project. In fact, the pressure may even need reducing for certain jobs. This can be done by use of our pressure control valve, which ﬁne-tunes the pressure to your exact needs. Hot Presses are supplied with their own dedicated vacuum pump. These units require no oiling, but they will collect moisture from damp artwork and boards. This moisture is collected in a moisture trap bowl, which should be emptied periodically. The variable pressure control ensures the right pressure is set for each individual job and minimises even heavy creases and wrinkles, whilst ensuring that delicate items such as foam board and embossed prints are not crushed. 17 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 OTHER KEY FEATURES IS A PRESS RIGHT FOR ME? Hot Presses can be found in many diﬀerent working environments such as: • • • • • • • • Picture Framers Photographers Digital canvas printers Photo Laboratories Museums Art Restorers Graphic departments Educational Institutions When it comes to safety the Hot Press is CE approved and features safety cut outs, which protect the machine and user from both power surges and short circuits. The lid of the Hot Press is supported by gas struts which means the opening and closing operation requires very little eﬀort. The generous opening height of the lid also ensures good access to the working area so that work maybe accurately positioned. The bed of the Hot Press is a heavy duty rubber diaphragm. This creates the pressure against the heated glass platen to sandwich the work in progress. The uniquely textured surface of our diaphragm allows air to move easily towards the air suction port, which removes the air from machine, so a vacuum may be formed. The easy to read vacuum gauge shows how much pressure is being applied and how long it takes to achieve the desired level of vacuum. Finally the Hot Press comes with a comprehensive training DVD, which is a great constant resource when learning new skills and all the capabilities of these very versatile machines. PRESS STANDS Our custom built press stands are constructed of heavy gauge steel and designed to hold your press safely and securely. Whilst some people choose to build their own press bench, our press stands can be modiﬁed, with a little ingenuity. By adding a thick MDF or similar sheet to the bracing cross members, a very handy shelf can be constructed. By attaching steel cups to the side bars, rolls can be supported on cross poles too. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES The Hot Press comes in a choice of three sizes, to suit all business types and these are based around common board and graphics sizes. The rugged construction of the Hot Press oﬀers both strength and durability. Its glass, steel and aluminium construction stop the press twisting for consistently good levels of vacuum. This rigidity means that you only need the simple set of rubber feet to support the machine stably. There is no need to adjust these feet or to balance the press with a spirit level, unlike other ﬂimsier machines. We oﬀer custom made press stands for each Hot Press model and these support the machine safely. Power for the dedicated vacuum pump is supplied directly from the press itself, which means there is no need for extra wiring and is fast to set up. The airline connections between the press and pump are simple push/pull ﬁttings. Connecting the air line requires no tools and no specialist skills. 18 HGP260 HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES Model HGP260 HGP360 HGP560 Weight 72kg 111kg 210kg Width 975mm 1194mm 1422mm Depth 1300mm 1800mm 2615mm Height 160mm 160mm 950mm inc. stand Time to vacuum (secs) 20 30 30 Time to Temperature (mins) 12 12 15 Working dimension 890 x 1195mm 1095 x 1705mm 1276 x 2496mm Weight 90kg 145kg 447kg Width 1400mm 1920mm 2800mm Depth 1150mm 1360mm 1620mm Height 320mm 320mm 620mm Voltage 230V 50/60Hz 230V 50/60Hz 230V 50/60Hz Wattage 2500W 4200W 5750W Current (amps) 11 18 25 Vacuum Press Stands HGP260 HGP360 HGP560 Code STA260 STA360 Stand included HOT PRESS GLASS TOP VACUUM PRESSES Packed Weights and Dimensions 19 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 3 DRY MOUNTING TISSUES Dry mounting, using heat and pressure to bond artwork to boards, is hardly new technology. In fact it has a pedigree that goes back well over 100 years. Dry mounting tissues are the simplest of products to use, but we continue to make sure that ours set the highest standards in the print ﬁnishing industry. UNIMOUNT CLASSICTM DRY MOUNTING TISSUE Code Size HMUT20082 520mm x 25m (20.5” x 82’) HMUT25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HMUT25164 650mm x 50m (25.5” x 164’) HMUT25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HMUT41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HMUT41164 1040mm x 50m (41” x 164’) HMUT41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HMUT51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HMUT51164 1300mm x 50m (51” x 164’) HMUT51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 DRY MOUNTING TISSUES This premium grade dry mounting tissue is widely regarded as the industry standard for the permanent mounting of all types of ﬂat artwork. It is especially popular among bespoke framers and photo processors due to its superb lay ﬂat properties. Unimount Classic™ is a high grade adhesive on a porous, pH neutral tissue. The tissue itself has excellent breathability, which allows air to escape from the various layers of your work. Unimount Classic™ is suitable for mounting posters, prints, photographs, inkjets, pastels, charcoals, colour copies, maps, charts, blue prints and plans. Unimount Classic™ is compatible with a wide variety of substrates, including mount board, pulp boards and grey boards, foam centred boards, hardboard, and MDF. Unlike some lesser tissues, Unimount Classic™ has a very wide activation temperature range, from around 70ºC to 115ºC, making it ideal for a huge range of jobs. 20 VISTAMOUNTTM DRY MOUNTING TISSUE Vistamount™ is an economy grade dry mounting tissue and as such is not of the same quality as Unimount Classic™. Vistamount™ is made with cost in mind and is most often used by contract framers, who may need to work within very tight budgets. This cost eﬀective tissue oﬀers a permanent bond for posters and prints and it is suitable for mounting artwork to MDF and most types of mounting board. Code Size HMVM24082 622mm x 25m (24.5” x 82’) HMVM24328 622mm x 100m (24.5” x 328’) HMVM41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HMVM41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HMVM49082 1245mm x 25m (49” x 82’) HMVM49328 1245mm x100m (49” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ARTSAFE 200 TISSUE TM DRY MOUNTING It has undergone simulated age testing showing it to withstand 200 years ageing without degradation. Artsafe 200TM activation temperatures are purposefully very low, for extra safety on fragile items, with 70ºC to 75ºC being set as a standard working temperature. Further testing has shown that the tissue will activate as low as 60ºC if required. Artsafe 200TM tissue is much thinner than other tissues and is supplied on a special carrier release paper. To use Artsafe 200TM simply cut a piece of tissue to your chosen size and place it face down on your mounting board (archival recommended). Then Hot Press the assembly at full pressure and at the desired temperature for approximately 1 minute, before removing the board from the press and allowing it to thoroughly cool down. The carrier release paper can now be removed to expose the heat sensitive tissue. The second stage is to carefully place the artwork on the tissue and cover with clear silicone release ﬁlm. Then re-press the assembly under heat and pressure for between 1 to 4 minutes, dependant on artwork size and board type. Code Size HMAS39082 985mm x 25m (39” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. This high-quality, buﬀered, acid free, stable and safe adhesive tissue is made for mounting your most treasured giclee prints, posters, photographs, ﬁne art, prints or clippings. It was ﬁrst developed in conjunction with the British Library for paper restoration work, as tissue tape. BASIC DRY MOUNTING PROCEDURE Dry mounting is the process of bonding an image to a mounting substrate. The process is simple and takes only a few minutes, but there are a number of issues to be considered. DRY MOUNTING TISSUES Firstly, consider the artwork you wish to mount. How will it react to heat? Does it require pre–drying to remove excess moisture? Does it require pre–pressing to remove any creases? Is the artwork clean and free from dust / dirt / stickers or tape? Is the artwork porous? Does it have an image that may shift (as in the case of pastels)? All these points should be considered before proceeding. With a little experience they will become second nature. Secondly, determine what type of substrate is compatible with your artwork. What is the optimum thickness? Is quality or price your primary objective? Will the substrate need to be pre–dried? Would a smooth substrate beneﬁt the artwork? Does the substrate need to be coloured or textured? Is it porous? 21 Based on these conclusions, identify the best adhesive for this combination of artwork and substrate. Please consult individual product descriptions, recommendations and charts to arrive at the best match - or call us for more technical help. * See pages 23 - 24 for more information www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HEAT ACTIVATED MOUNTING FILMS As well as our superb range of dry mounting tissues, Hot Press oﬀer a complete range of heat activated mounting ﬁlms for your more challenging or specialist jobs. By choosing the right combination of adhesive and mounting board the possibilities are virtually unlimted. DRY MOUNT FILM - CLEAR HOW TO PIERCE DRY MOUNT FILMS We are unable to pre pierce dry mount ﬁlms during the manufacturing process, as they have a peel oﬀ liner on both sides. Piercing through either of the liner papers would lead to tiny specks of paper being embedded in the ﬁlm itself and create a poor ﬁnish. To pierce dry mount ﬁlms yourself we recommend that you cut a piece to the desired size and place it on a cutting mat. Then peel oﬀ one release paper, to expose the bare adhesive layer. Now pierce with a piercing tool, making sure to cover the whole area with holes at a minimum of less than 1cm apart. You cannot really pierce too much and more holes are better than fewer. Now apply the pierced ﬁlm to your artwork or board as required. The tiny pieces of plastic that are punched out will embed in the bottom paper layer, which is discarded later. Code Size HMFC25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HMFC41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HMFC41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HMFC51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HMFC51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HEAT ACTIVATED MOUNTING FILMS This is the most aggressive hot adhesive in our range and is the perfect partner to Unimount Classic™ tissue. Where Unimount Classic™ is good for most jobs, Dry Mount Film Clear steps in when tougher challenges arise. The product itself is formed from a clear central carrier ﬁlm, which is coated on both sides with a very strong, heat activated adhesive. Each adhesive layer is then protected by a grid-marked carrier paper. The two separate release liners mean that this adhesive can be rolled out on the work bench and simply cut to the correct size for each mounting job. When the adhesive is exposed at room temperature it has a low level of tackiness. This allows the ﬁlm to be positioned or tacked onto either your artwork or mounting board as desired. Dry Mount Film Clear is especially recommended for woods, MDF, plastics, textured art papers, canvases and other fabrics. This adhesive will bond well to both highly textured and very smooth surfaces. The main diﬀerence between dry mount tissues and heat activated ﬁlms is that ﬁlms do not ‘breathe’. Therefore we recommend that this ﬁlm is pierced with a piercing tool prior to use. 22 GOT A TECHNICAL QUESTION? Email us at [email protected] ACID FREE MOUNT FILM Acid Free Mount Film is a pure ﬁlm adhesive. The acid free adhesive melts as it is heated up and bonds as it cools and solidiﬁes. It is widely believed that in most instances, this bond can be reversed by re-heating the adhesive, though we would caution against this and oﬀer no guarantee of success. Acid Free Mount Film also conforms well to uneven surfaces such as watercolour paper and fabrics, making it a versatile adhesive for most types of artwork and substrates. Code Size HMAF25082 620mm x 25m (24.5” x 82’) HMAF41082 1040mm x 25m (40.5” x 82’) HMAF48082 1220mm x 25m (48.5” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. HEAT TRANSFER FILM This new ﬁlm is something a little diﬀerent and is actually based on our pressure-sensitive transfer ﬁlms. Transfer mount ﬁlms have no central carrier layer. Without the central layer the ﬁlm simply transfers to what it touches. Transfer ﬁlms are less expensive, as they only contain one layer of adhesive and no carrier. For those who see cost savings as the highest factor on their priority list, transfer ﬁlms are an ideal solution. Heat transfer ﬁlm is really designed to be passed through a heated roller laminator and works well with all kinds of mounting substrates, from white display board and foam centred boards to MDF and hardboard. Once coated to a board it oﬀers a low tack surface for artwork to be applied and then re-processed. Code Size HMHT25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HMHT38328 965mm x 100m (38” x 328’) HMHT41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HMHT51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. HOW TO USE HEAT ACTIVATED MOUNTING TISSUES AND FILMS • • • • • • • • Set your press for the correct temperature (usually 90ºC) and allow it to warm up Once the press has warmed up, pre-press your substrate or artwork if required. This process requires placing the material in the press and pressing it for two or three minutes. Remember to let it cool down again after the drying process has been completed Cut the adhesive to size (normally 5mm (1/4”) bigger than the artwork) Cut the substrate to size (normally 25mm (1”) bigger than the artwork) Make sure you have silicone release ﬁlm or paper available to cover any exposed adhesive areas If you are going to use the timer, now is the time to set it. Don’t set it when your project is already in the press. Now you can assemble your project! Remember to check the front and back of all components for dust and dirt and make sure all the components are cool. HEAT ACTIVATED MOUNTING FILMS Silicone Release Film or Paper 23 Artwork Adhesive Substrate The assembly should be set up as shown here, from top to bottom. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 ASK THE EXPERTS... Step 2. DRY MOUNTING If you are working with a hard or soft bed press, or if the project needs to be very precisely positioned, it may be necessary to tack the assembly together. Tacking is used to keep the components of an assembled project together and stop them from moving around in relation to each other. Tacking may be performed in a variety of ways. SPRAYS – If you must use spray adhesive for tacking, spray a ﬁne short burst onto the substrate and position the tissue on top. Remember, your objective is to position the tissue, not actually bond it, so go easy on the spray. Then spray the top of the tissue and position the artwork. NOTE: We do not recommend spray adhesives for mounting artwork. GLUE STICKS – The same procedure may be performed with glue sticks, but remember, only use a dab! Trimming the excess tissue away is common when (1) a project is to be displayed without a frame, or (2) when a picture will sit in the middle of a board with other information on it or (3) any other situation that would expose the tissue to the viewer. Having tacked your tissue onto the top third of the artwork, the tissue should next be tacked onto the bottom third of the board as shown in Step 2. Step 3. TAPE – Assuming the board is the largest component and the artwork is the smallest, you can place a piece of masking tape at the edge of the print so it also covers the tissue and board. USING A TACKING IRON Step 1. Only one tack should be used on each surface, so that all the components, though secured to each other, are still free to ﬂoat across each other. This method of tacking is often referred to as an “S” or “Z “ tack, because when viewed from the side the tissue forms an “S” or “Z” between the artwork and board. See Step 3. NOTE: Tacking in more than one place on the artwork or substrate will lead to tension in the tissue and cause creasing. First, tack the tissue to the back of the artwork. Place a small piece of silicone release paper in between the tissue and the iron head to prevent the iron from becoming covered in glue. Tack the tissue onto the top third of the artwork as shown in Step 1. You can then trim away any excess tissue around the print before tacking the print into position on the board. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 DRY MOUNTING All the methods mentioned previously are ‘make do’ ideas that do work. However, anyone tacking on a regular basis should really consider the use of a tacking iron. A tacking iron is a small spot heater and is used as shown below. 24 Size 1mm White Display Board 2mm White Display Board 5mm Foam Board 10mm Foam Board 1mm Easimount Card 2mm Easimount Card 3mm MDF 6mm MDF 9mm MDF 18mm MDF 203 x 254mm 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 3 4 254 x 305mm 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 3 4 305 x 406mm 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 5 406 x 508mm 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 5 508 x 762mm 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 4 5 762 x 1016mm 3 3 4 4 N/A N/A 3 4 5 6 1016 x 1524mm N/A 3 4 4 N/A N/A 3 4 5 6 1219 x 2438mm N/A N/A 4 4 N/A N/A 3 4 5 6 * 25.4mm = 1 inch Timings based on working temperature of 90oC PROCESSING The graph above provides suggested processing times for basic dry mounting procedures. Times shown are in minutes. The graph should only be used as a guide, as processing times will vary from press to press and are dependant on the speciﬁc project. If in doubt, always ask for advice or run a test. SPECIAL NOTES – This time guide assumes that you are working with artwork that is porous and that you are using Unimount Classic™ Dry Mounting Tissue. For non-porous artwork such as R.C. photographs, add 25% more time. The guide assumes that when working with Foam Centred Board, you will be using a reduced pressure; again the time recommendations are based on this assumption. DRY MOUNTING When the time and temperature have been determined, you should place the assembled job in the press. After checking that everything is clean and lined up properly, processing should be started straight away. When using a Hot Glass Press it is possible to view the work as it is processed. When processing has been completed, remove the ﬁnished job from the press and leave it to cool on a ﬂat surface. Your dry mount is now complete! 25 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HEATSEAL LAMINATES Our range of heat activated lamination ﬁlms, or heatseals as they are commonly known, are widely regarded as the industry standard for heated press print ﬁnishing. All our heatseal ﬁlms are made in our own factory in Bristol, UK and contain UV inhibitors in both the ﬁlm and adhesive. This stops the ﬁlms from turning yellow or becoming brittle over time. This attention to detail has the beneﬁcial side eﬀect of increasing the fade resistance of the artwork underneath. Heatseal ﬁlms are incredibly durable, easy to keep clean and come in a variety of popular ﬁnishes. This is our most popular heatseal laminate. This ﬁlm oﬀers a unique ﬁnish that conforms to the surface it is pressed against (under heat and vacuum). The normal result is a very rich lustre ﬁnish, which is achieved by pressing the ﬁlm against the surface of the foam blanket in the Hot Press. This normal ﬁnish is very reminiscent of the lustre texture found on photographic paper. To change the ﬁnished texture, the artwork can be repressed against other textured or smooth surfaces to give an almost limitless choice of textures, from a single roll of ﬁlm. This ﬁlm can also used as a glossy top coating when prints are bonded to canvas, or printed inkjet canvases are laminated. Code Size HSGL25082PP 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSGL25328PP 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HSGL41082PP 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HSGL41328PP 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HSGL51082PP 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HSGL51328PP 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ARTSHIELDTM UV SATIN MATTE 50µ The overall ﬁnish of this ﬁlm, once processed, is a stippled sheen eﬀect. This ﬁlm is often used to laminate posters and prints, as its subtle ﬁnish closely mimics that of the printed piece. The satin sheen ﬁnish reduces glare, but does not reduce contrast, as the ﬁlm is relatively thin. This ﬁlm can also used as a satin top coating when prints are bonded to canvas, or printed inkjet canvases are laminated. Code Size HSSM25082PP 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSSM25328PP 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HSSM41082PP 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HSSM41328PP 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HSSM51082PP 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HSSM51328PP NEW SIZE 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. NEED A SAMPLE? If you need a sample of a particular material to try before you buy, just drop an email to: [email protected] www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 HEATSEAL LAMINATES ARTSHIELDTM UV GLOSS (LUSTRE) 50µ 26 ARTSHIELDTM UV FULL MATTE 75µ This ﬁlm is characterised by a full matte ﬁnish that completely eliminates reﬂections. It oﬀers additional UV protection when used behind glass, but is almost invisible. Full matte ﬁlm is most often used where lighting is unpredictable and uncontrollable, such as exhibition halls and other public areas. Additional heat applied during processing will give the matte ﬁlm a heavily textured and very scuﬀ resistant surface. This ﬁlm can also used as a matte top coating when prints are bonded to canvas, or printed inkjet canvases are laminated. Code Size HSFM25082PP 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSFM25328PP 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HSFM41082PP 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HSFM41328PP 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HSFM51082PP 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HSFM51328PP 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ARTSHIELDTM UV SAND TEXTURE 100µ This non-reﬂective ﬁlm is ideal for graphics that will be subjected to prolonged exposure in public places, such as restaurants, cafes, pubs and hotels. It displays a pleasing sandy texture that is also very scuﬀ resistant. Due to its tough nature, sand texture is an ideal surface coating for decorative place mats and coasters. Code Size HSST25082PP 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSST41082PP 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HSST51082PP 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HSST51328PP 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ARTSHIELDTM UV FINE LINEN 100µ This delicate, linen-textured laminate is the ﬁnest of the three fabric textures in our heatseal range. It is often preferred by photographers wishing to oﬀer a subtle yet decorative ﬁnish to their work. ArtShield™ UV Fine Linen is non-reﬂective and quite scuﬀ resistant making it ideal for wall prints in the home or oﬃce. It is also useful for disguising minor creases and cracks in prints and posters. Code Size HSFL25082PP 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSFL51082PP 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HSFL51328PP 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ARTSHIELDTM UV COARSE LINEN 100µ This ﬁlm displays a mid-gauge fabric texture resembling rough cotton or hessian. It is often used on larger format artwork where a ﬁner ﬁnish may be lost. The rougher gauge of this ﬁlm is capable of hiding large imperfections in prints and posters. Like most textured heatseals it is quite scuﬀ resistant. Code Size HSCL25082PP 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSCL51082PP 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. ARTSHIELDTM UV CANVASTEX 190µ This is a very heavy gauge fabric textured ﬁlm that is reminiscent of real canvas. ArtShield™ UV Canvastex is often used as an economical alternative to canvas printing or canvas bonding. DUE TO ITS THICKNESS THIS FILM IS SUPPLIED UNPIERCED, BUT SHOULD BE PIERCED BEFORE USE. A Code Size HSCN25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HSCN51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) HSCN51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) HEATSEAL LAMINATES *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. 27 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 ASK THE EXPERTS... HOW TO LAMINATE USING HEATSEAL LAMINATES Step 1 – Switch on your press and set it to 90°C. While the press warms up, set your timer. More information on processing times for diﬀerent ﬁlms is shown in the table on the opposite page. Make sure you have a sheet of silicone release ﬁlm in the base of the press and a sheet of vacufoam or foam plastic (dependant on machine type) over the silicone release ﬁlm. Step 2 – Measure the image to be laminated and cut a piece of heatseal ﬁlm that is 15mm (1/2”) larger than the image all the way round. For a 406mm x 508mm (16” x 20”) image, the ﬁlm should be cut to 432mm x 533mm (17” x 21”). Step 3 – Peel back the release liner of the heatseal ﬁlm to expose about 25mm (1”) of adhesive and ﬁrmly crease back the release liner. Place your artwork (face up) on a clean, ﬂat and cool surface and position the ﬁlm at the edge of the artwork. Move the ﬁlm around until it completely covers the artwork. The creased release liner will hold the exposed adhesive away from the artwork while you position it. When you are satisﬁed with the positioning, press the leading edge of exposed ﬁlm down onto the artwork using very light pressure. Then slowly peel back the release paper, until the entire image is covered by the ﬁlm. Smooth out any wrinkles, lifting and repositioning the ﬁlm from the corners if necessary. Step 4 – Now trim oﬀ most of the waste ﬁlm. Be careful not to trim too close to the image, as the ﬁlm may shift. Take the heatseal assembly and place it in your press, under a sheet of vacufoam or foam plastic and process it according to the table on the opposite page. Step 5 – When all the air has escaped from your heatseal assembly and the adhesive has been activated, remove the artwork from the press and allow it to cool thoroughly. Step 6 – Any remaining ﬁlm around the edge of the image should now be trimmed away with a straight edge and craft knife or scalpel. Foam Blanket Laminating Film Print Silicone Release From top to bottom the assembly should be set up as shown here WHY LAMINATE? exposure, cigarette smoke and other airborne pollutants. Laminates also protect artwork from damage due to handling by rolling or in shipping. Lamination can also deepen and brighten the colours of your artwork as well as reduce glare under challenging lighting conditions. Laminated images are less prone to showing dirt, but are also easier to clean, with most non-abrasive household cleaning products. HEATSEAL LAMINATES Lamination guards artwork against ﬁnger marks, moisture, UV light, smudging, abrasion, ozone 2 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 28 SUGGESTED PROCESSING TIMES FOR HEATSEAL LAMINATION FILMS 254 x 305mm 305 x 406mm 406 x 508mm 508 x 762mm 762 x 1016mm 1016 x 1524mm Gloss Lustre 5 5 6 7 8 10 H/D Gloss Lustre 9 9 10 11 12 14 Satin Matte 5 5 6 7 8 10 Matte 8 8 9 10 11 13 Sand Texture 9 9 10 11 12 14 Fine Linen 9 9 10 11 12 14 Coarse Linen 9 9 10 11 12 14 Canvas Texture 15 15 18 19 20 22 Polyester Gloss 4 4 5 6 7 8 *25.4mm = 1 inch Timings based on working temperature of 90oC The times shown above are in minutes and are based on artwork that is porous i.e. posters and prints. If your artwork is non-porous then it is advisable to increase these times. The operating temperature is another key variable. As more heat is used, processing times decrease. Processing times increase with lower temperature settings. It is common for Fine and Coarse linen to be processed at lower temperatures (80°C) to maintain the texture of the weave pattern; the same applies to Satin Matte and Matte, where a smooth ﬁnish is required. Due to its thickness and strong weave pattern, Canvastex is often processed at 110°C to decrease the processing time. Similarly Gloss (Lustre), Satin Matte and Matte are often processed at 100°C to obtain a heavy texture to their surface. If you are laminating artwork that has already been mounted to a board, the thickness, moisture content and porosity of the board will have an eﬀect on processing times. LAMINATE OR GLAZE? Laminating ﬁlms are more economical when compared to speciality (or even plain) glass, yet add a perceived value to the ﬁnished artwork that means more proﬁt for the image maker. Due to the innate qualities of laminating ﬁlm, unlike glass, it cannot be broken. Therefore where safety is a factor, especially in shopping centres, airports, schools, retirement homes, children’s rooms, hospitals and other public places, lamination is superior to glass. Internet galleries are booming and it is no coincidence that artwork without glass, HEATSEAL LAMINATES such as canvases, block mounts and acrylic 29 images are very popular. This is because they can be shipped without the fear of broken glass. 2 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 NON-PERFORATED HEATSET LAMINATES MEDIASHIELD UV SATINEXTM MEDIASHIELD UV MATTETM This is a versatile laminating ﬁlm with a semi-gloss ﬁnish that enhances colour saturation and contrast. It bonds to inkjet output with high ink coverage and can be ﬂush trimmed without danger of delamination. Excellent for textured images, digital photo laser output, laminating a collage, or images that are to be die-cut. This ﬁlm oﬀers a non-glare, matte ﬁnish without sacriﬁcing colour deﬁnition. It is coated with a solvent acrylic adhesive. Recommended for situations where a non-glare ﬁnish is required or speciﬁc lighting conditions cannot be controlled. Ideal for trade show or POP display images that can be viewed under direct lighting from many angles. A Code Size HPSX25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82”) Code Size HPSX25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HPMT25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HPSX41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HPMT41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HPSX51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) HPMT51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) HPSX55328 1400mm x 100m (55” x 328’) HPMT55328 1400mm x 100m (55” x 328’) A *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. MEDIASHIELD UV MATTEXTM MEDIASHIELD UV EMERYTEXTM The satin-matte ﬁnish of this ﬁlm makes it an ideal choice for directly lit graphics. It will cut glare on inkjet images used in trade show or POP displays and can also be used to laminate inkjet output printed on canvas. Since this ﬁlm is thin and pliable, it conforms well to the canvas weave, maintaining the canvas texture while still oﬀering excellent protection. A A scuﬀ-resistant laminating ﬁlm with a pebble-textured matte ﬁnish. Coated with a solvent acrylic adhesive, this ﬁlm is accompanied by a single moisture-stable paper release liner. Ideal for laminating prints for high-traﬃc, indoor display areas such as POP display, trade show and ﬂoor graphics. Code Size Code Size HPET25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HPMX25328 650mm x 100m (25.5” x 328’) HPET41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HPMX41328 1040mm x 100m (41” x 328’) HPET51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) HPMX51328 1300mm x 100m (51” x 328’) HPET55328 1400mm x 100m (55” x 328’) HPMX55328 1400mm x 100m (55” x 328’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. A *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 NON-PERFORATED HEATSET LAMINATES Heatset® or heat-assist laminating ﬁlms are often described as a hybrid between thermal and pressure sensitive ﬁlms. MediaShield ﬁlms bond well to inkjet output with high ink coverage. MediaShield laminated graphics can be handled, rolled or trimmed immediately after processing. 30 ANCILLARIES To ensure that your mounting and laminating experience is proﬁtable and problemfree, Hot Press oﬀers a complete range of ancillaries to complement our products and further improve performance. SILICONE RELEASE PAPER A grid patterned paper, coated on one side with a standard quality silicone release agent. This economy grade product is used to cover exposed adhesives during pressing and can be used in all kinds of mounting and laminating presses. Code Size HASP25033 650mm x 10m (25.5” x 33’) HASP25082 650mm x 25m (25.5” x 82’) HASP41033 1040mm x 10m (41” x 33’) HASP41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HASP51033 1300mm x 10m (51” x 33’) HASP51082 1300mm x 25m (51” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. CLEAR SILICONE RELEASE FILM ANCILLARIES A transparent ﬁlm coated on both sides with a superior quality silicone release agent. This product is used to cover exposed adhesives during processing. Though primarily designed for use with glass-topped presses, this ﬁlm can be used in any heated press. Its life expectancy is over ten times that of silicone release paper. 31 Code Size HASF25033 622mm x 10m (24.5” x 33’) HASF25082 622mm x 25m (24.5” x 82’) HASF41033 1040mm x 10m (41” x 33’) HASF41082 1040mm x 25m (41” x 82’) HASF50033 1270mm x 10m (50” x 33’) HASF50082 1270mm x 25m (50” x 82’) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. FOAM PLASTIC A 13mm (1/2”) thick foam used to cover heatseal laminates during pressing. This foam may be used with all heated press types and is extremely durable. Code Size HAFPF Full sheet 2700mm x 1600mm x 13mm (106” x 63” x 1/2”) VACUFOAM A 5mm (1/5”) thick foam used to cover heatseal laminates during pressing. This foam is only suitable for use in vacuum presses. Code Size HAVFF Full sheet 2700mm x 1600mm x 5mm (106” x 63” x 1/5”) PLEASE NOTE It is always advisable to pre-treat a new sheet of foam before using it on any work. All foam contains NEW SIZE ﬁre retardants and these activate when the foam is initially heated. New foam needs to be heat conditioned in the press under pressure for a period of time to cook it into a ﬂat shape. Failure to condition your foam can lead to invisible memory marks being embedded into the foam’s surface. These can then show up on subsequent jobs as ghost marks. If you would like more information on preventing this please feel free to contact us. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 CANVAS Though inkjet canvas media has become very popular in the last few years for producing artwork that resembles paintings, many people still prefer the look and feel of an image that has been bonded to real canvas. These canvases are much heavier and have much bigger weave patterns than inkjet canvas media, leading to images with lots of impact. Canvas bonding is a heat process and requires a Hot Press. ADHESIVE COATED CANVAS SUPER WHITE ADHESIVE CANVAS These canvases have been pre-coated with a very strong, heat activated, clear adhesive. The addition of this coating means that you do not need to buy a separate roll of dry mount ﬁlm. These canvases are the same as the beige adhesive coated canvases, but they have been bleached and starched to produce a brilliant white base for canvas bonded work. Super white canvases are preferred by photographers and image makers producing high key or bridal work. Super white canvases are only available in COARSE and MODERN weave patterns. Code Size HCCC50033 1270mm x 10m (50” x 33’) (Coarse) HCCM50033 1270mm x 10m (50” x 33’) (Modern) HCCT50033 1270mm x 10m (50” x 33’) (Traditional) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. Code Size HWCC50033 1270mm x 10m (50” x 33’) (Coarse) HWCM50033 1270mm x 10m (50” x 33’) (Modern) *Other sizes available upon request. Minimum volumes may apply. FIND US ON YOUTUBE You can watch our videos on YouTube. They show you how to canvas bond and so much more. Simply point your browser to: CANVAS http://www.youtube.com/user/HOTPRESS999 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 32 ASK THE EXPERTS... THE CANVAS BONDING PROCESS FOR PAPER PRINTS Here is a simple step by step guide to using our canvases to make a canvas bonded print from a simple paper poster. This will happen when the water has completely soaked into the image. Generally speaking, thicker prints and larger prints take longer to process. The whole procedure will require anywhere from around 3 minutes (for small thin images) up to an hour (for large thick prints that have been lightly crumpled). NOTE: Lightly crumpling the print before soaking will break the paper ﬁbres and speed up the process, but do not overdo this. STEP 1 – Set the press temperature to 90°C. While it warms up, set the timer for 5 to 10 minutes. Make sure you place a sheet of silicone release ﬁlm in the base of the press and a sheet of vacufoam over the silicone release ﬁlm. STEP 8 – While your print is soaking, prepare a work area with a smooth shiny surface. The area should be larger than your whole assembly. Glass, Perspex, Melamine and Acrylic are all good working surfaces to use. STEP 2 – Measure the image to be bonded and cut a piece of heatseal ﬁlm that is 76mm (3”) larger than the image all the way round. For example, with a 406 x 508mm (16” x 20”) image, the ﬁlm should be cut to 559 x 660mm (22” x 26”). Our Gloss Lustre, Satin Matte or Full Matte heatseal ﬁlms may be used for this process. STEP 9 – When your print is completely soaked, lay it on the smooth work area, picture face up, wet paper side down. Smooth the image onto the surface to remove any air, then lift a corner of the ﬁlm. As the back side of the wet print grips the smooth surface, you should ﬁnd the picture is now starting to delaminate. Place your thumb on the delaminated corner and peel the image and ﬁlm back until it has completely delaminated from the paper backing. STEP 3 – Cut a piece of coated canvas to the same dimensions as the heatseal ﬁlm. STEP 4 – Peel back the release liner of the ﬁlm to expose about 102mm (4”) of adhesive. The ﬁlm should be face down with the adhesive face up. Line up your image so it is centred within the ﬁlm (image faced down), then lightly tack down the leading edge of the image to the adhesive. Peel back more release ﬁlm until the entire image is in contact with the adhesive. This should leave you with 76mm (3”) of ﬁlm still attached to the release paper. Allow the free release paper to fall back and cover the back of the image and exposed edges of adhesive, smoothing as you go. STEP 5 – You now have a ‘heatseal envelope’ with the image trapped between the ﬁlm and its release liner. Place the envelope into your press, with the ﬁlm side facing up and under a sheet of vacufoam. Process this under vacuum for 5 to 10 minutes at 90°C. STEP 10 – Before proceeding further, allow your delaminated image to dry naturally. Do not force dry it with heat. When the image has dried, peel back 100mm (4”) of the release paper on your coated canvas and line up your image squarely. Remove more release paper about 50mm (2”) at a time. As you do this, smooth your image onto the exposed adhesive of the canvas, avoiding air bubbles and wrinkles as you go. When this process is complete, trim oﬀ 6mm (1/4”) to 13mm (1/2”) all around the edge of the assembly and place it back in your press for 2 to 5 minutes. The assembly should be placed on top of the foam, with the image face down and the back of the canvas facing up. Process this under vacuum for 5 to 10 minutes at 90°C. This completes the process and if desired the ﬁnished canvas can be stretched on to a frame. STEP 6 – When all the air has escaped and the adhesive has activated, remove the envelope from the press. Allow the envelope to cool, then remove the silicone release paper from the back. CANVAS STEP 7 – Completely immerse the heatsealed image in a bath of room-temperature water and soak it until the back of the image turns a uniform grey. 33 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 TOOLS OF THE TRADE They say a craftsman is only as good as his tools. So here at Hot Press we have put together a comprehensive range of ﬁnishing tools and accessories that are designed to help you achieve a professional ﬁnish for all your mounting and laminating work. TACKING IRON An electrically heated hand iron with a small precision tip. The tacking iron is a very useful tool for ﬁxing drymount tissue to the back of a print and or board, prior to activation in a press. The tacking iron allows precision trimming and positioning of tissue and artwork on complex jobs. Code Description TIRON Tacking Iron TSTAND Tacking Iron Stand PIERCING TOOL Code Description PT5 Piercing Tool 5 Wheels www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 TOOLS OF THE TRADE These precision engineered rollers are specially designed to perforate heat activated mount ﬁlms and PVC heatseal ﬁlms, to allow air to pass through them during processing in a Hot Press. Though most of our ﬁlms now come pre-pierced as standard, dry mount ﬁlm requires hand perforation, as does our very thick canvastex heatseal. The piercing tool comes in two widths and has hundreds of very sharp spikes that are used to create the pin sized holes required for air to escape during the mounting and laminating process. 34 ZIPPY CUTTERTM A very handy tool that is perfect for quickly cutting tissues, lamination ﬁlms and other roll materials. Simply place the Zippy at the edge of the material and slide the cutter across the roll. The blade on this safety knife is fully enclosed by the moulded plastic handle, to protect ﬁngers, and can be used on laminators without fear of cutting the rollers. Replacement blades are quick and easy to install. Code Description ZIPPYK Zippy Cutter ZIPPYB Spare Blades (pkt of 12) NEW! CUTTING MATS Unlike many ‘hobby grade’ cutting mats, our industrial grade mats feature a tri-layered, self-healing surface, which is designed to oﬀer a clean, smooth and ﬂat cutting space. They come in a range of sizes and are ideal for covering all of your work benches. They feature an antislip surface and help keep cutting tools and piercing tools sharp. They are also double-sided, for extra longevity. Only our smallest cutting mat has any gridlines, as most professionals prefer to work without them. Code Size CM2435 620mm x 900mm (24” x 35.5”) CM3959 1000mm x 1500mm (39” x 59”) CM3978 1000mm x 2000mm (39” x 78”) THE IDEAL WORKSHOP We don’t live in a perfect world, but if we did then our print ﬁnishing workshops would conform to these basic rules. Dust and dirt would be easy to spot and easy to clean away, by having working surfaces covered with good quality cutting mats. We would have good lighting to help us align and inspect our work more thoroughly. TOOLS OF THE TRADE We would have a still atmosphere that stops airborne dirt infecting our work. And ﬁnally, we would have a 35 warm and dry environment to store our materials and keep them in good condition. www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 TAC CLOTHSTM These soft and slightly tacky cloths are great for cleaning work surfaces, machinery, boards and your artwork, prior to mounting or laminating. Please do not confuse them with other inferior ‘tack rags’ which can leave a nasty residue on your important work. Tac ClothsTM work by removing dirt, rather than just moving it around. They are also great for removing dust from glass, MDF, Perspex and mountboard, prior to assembling picture frames. Each individual cloth is good for hundreds of wipes and its special coating is suitable for cleaning dust and debris from most kinds of print media. Code Size TAC25 241mm x 457mm (9.5” x 18”) Pkt of 25 MULETM The best way to store our ﬁlms is in an upright position. The Mule™ is a safe and convenient mobile storage trolley, which can hold up to 12 rolls of Hot Press laminating ﬁlms, mounting adhesives, canvases and print media. It ﬁts through standard commercial doors (914mm, 36”) and holds up to 363kg (800lbs). The Mule™ will accommodate both 51mm and 76mm (2” and 3”) roll core sizes. Code Size MULE Mule Storage Trolley (32” x 38” x 14”) TOOLS OF THE TRADE TM www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 36 NOTES: 37 www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 NOTES: www.hotpress.co.uk Tel: 0845 0700660 or +44 (0)117 958 6500 38 HOT PRESS Filwood Road Fishponds Bristol BS16 3RY Tel: 0117 958 6500 Fax: 0117 965 4411 www.hotpress.co.uk [email protected]

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