What the Entry Cold 1600 does for busy print rooms
The Entry Cold 1600 is built for wide-format finishing where heat is not needed. It applies pressure-sensitive laminate to prints, boards and graphics in a controlled way, helping protect the surface from scuffing, moisture and handling marks. For shops doing short runs of posters, exhibition work, retail graphics or artwork finishing, it gives a neat, even result without the wait time of hot machines.
Because it is a cold laminator, it is also a practical choice for materials that can warp, shrink or mark under heat. That includes many digitally printed sheets, photo prints and colour graphics. In Johannesburg you may be finishing work in a dry room one week and a humid one the next, so having a unit that does not rely on heat settings makes day to day use simpler.
Size, feed width and practical options
This model is intended for wider sheet and roll work, with a working width of 1600 mm. That gives enough room for standard signage panels, large posters and multiple narrow jobs side by side, provided the material layout is planned properly. It is a good fit for print shops moving beyond small entry units but not yet needing a heavy industrial line.
- Working width: 1600 mm
- Suitable for roll-to-roll and board mounting work
- Adjustable nip pressure for different media thicknesses
- Forward and reverse operation for careful alignment
- Foot pedal or hand control operation, depending on configuration
When a shop is handling vinyl prints, laminated posters or mounted graphics, the extra width saves time. It also helps when a customer brings in a job that is not neatly trimmed. Rather than splitting the work, you can feed a full sheet and finish it properly the first time.
Where it suits best in South Africa
The Entry Cold 1600 suits print shops, sign makers, graphic studios and framing or artwork finishing businesses that need consistent output. It is especially useful where teams handle vehicle graphics, retail signage, promotional posters, educational displays and presentation boards. For businesses in Sandton, Randburg, Midrand and Pretoria, it fits well into a production line that must turn jobs around quickly.
It also makes sense for coastal jobs where humidity can affect adhesive behaviour and print handling. Cold lamination lets the operator work with more control, but the media still needs to be stored flat and clean. On busy days, simple process control matters more than fancy features.
- Signage and point of sale graphics
- Posters and photographic prints
- Artwork protection and presentation pieces
- Display boards and exhibition material
- Short-run commercial finishing
Installation, power and workshop setup
We install nationwide from Kya Sand, Johannesburg, including Randburg, Sandton, Midrand, Pretoria and the East Rand. Before delivery, the floor space, access route and final working position should be checked. A 1600 mm laminator needs enough room for feed and outfeed, plus space for the operator to work safely on both sides. If your unit will sit near a guillotine or printer, leave clear walking space so sheets can move without snagging.
Power requirements depend on the exact configuration, but the machine is generally set up for standard workshop electrical supply and must be connected correctly by a competent person. If your site has load-shedding, a proper shutdown routine is useful so rollers are not left under pressure longer than needed. No gas supply is needed, which simplifies installation and day to day running.
- Leave enough room for feeding, run-out and operator movement
- Check door widths and lift access before delivery
- Confirm electrical supply and plug point position
- Plan around load-shedding with safe power off procedures
Care, roller cleaning and servicing
Good lamination starts with clean rollers and correct pressure. Dust, adhesive build-up and paper edge offcuts can all mark a finished job, so routine roller cleaning should form part of weekly workshop work. Pressure calibration also matters, especially where the machine is used for mixed media and different board thicknesses. If pressure is too light the film may not bond properly, too much and the substrate can distort.
Our support team handles routine servicing, roller cleaning, pressure calibration, heat system checks where applicable, drive system repairs, electrical fault finding, on-site breakdowns, spare parts support, operator refresher training and pre-purchase inspections. For businesses in busy production areas around Kya Sand and Midrand, planned servicing is usually cheaper than waiting for a failure. A machine that is kept clean and aligned gives better work and less waste.
What to check before you order
Before ordering, it helps to confirm the widest sheet you need to laminate, the type of media you use and how much work you expect per day. A sign shop doing occasional poster finishing has different needs to a busy production house laminating boards every hour. It is also worth checking whether you need roll-to-roll capability, mounting support or just surface protection for prints.
Ask about roller condition, drive smoothness, operating controls and whether the unit suits your current power setup. If you are comparing options, bring sample material and the dimensions of your common jobs. That makes it easier to match the machine to the work rather than guessing. For a site in Gauteng or further afield, we can talk through access, install timing and training so the unit is ready for use from day one.
- Maximum sheet width and common job sizes
- Cold lamination only or mixed hot and cold use
- Thickness range for prints, boards and mounting media
- Available floor space and site access
- Electrical supply, isolation point and safety needs
- Training and servicing support after installation
Key facts
| Model | Entry Cold 1600 |
|---|---|
| Working width | 1600 mm |
| Lamination type | Cold roll laminating |
| Typical use | Signage, posters, artwork and general graphic finishing |
| Operation | Roller pressure with forward and reverse control |
| Support area | Johannesburg base with installs nationwide |
