I WALCO - Industrial Laminator for Hard Flat Substrates
The I WALCO is a stand-alone industrial laminator designed for the application of pressure sensitive protective films on hard, flat substrates. This standard laminating system ensures reliable, repeatable film application with minimal setup time, making it ideal for sheet-fed industrial production environments.
Built-to-order by WALCO, the I WALCO delivers consistent lamination performance for manufacturers seeking a dependable and flexible protective film solution.
Applications & substrates
The I WALCO is designed for applying pressure-sensitive films (such as PVC, PE, PET, etc.) on clean, flat, and dry substrates, including :
- Sheet metal
- Aluminum
- Wood panels
- Plastics
- Glass
Maximum working width: up to 60.0 inches (1,525 mm)
Compatible Films and Substrates
The I WALCO is designed for the application of pressure sensitive films (PSA) such as :
- PVC
- PE
- PET
With a maximum lamination pressure of up to 14 PSI, the machine is optimized for temporary and protective film application, ensuring uniform adhesion without damaging sensitive surfaces."
Standard configuration
- Welded tubular steel frame construction
- Roll width capacity up to 60.0 inches(1,525 mm)
- Maximum roll weight: 160 lb (72.5kg) - upgrade available
- Variable speed operation up to 45 feet (13.72 m) per minute
- Foot control variable speed monitoring
- Inline fitted frame
- Single-point nip gap adjustment for substrates up to 2.0 inches thick
- Touchscreen electrical control interface
- Air brakes for precision tension control
- Safety pull cord system
- Light tower status indicator
Main options
- Gravity infeed / outfeed conveyors
- Powered infeed / outfeed conveyors
- Unilateral hydraulic pop-up conveyor
- In-line PVC remover
- Infeed edge guide system
- Bottom unwind station for simultaneous top and bottom lamination
- Bottom trolley system for fast roll changeover
- Hot wire cutting system
- Double or triple unwind configuration, allowing 2–3 different film sizes or types to be ready and minimizing downtime during roll changes
- Upgraded roll weight or outer diameter capacity