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62/54Base
Mounter and Laminator
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"A" Version Models, Rev C
December 2017

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  • Page 1 62/54Base Mounter and Laminator User Manual “A” Version Models, Rev C December 2017...
  • Page 2 SEAL® assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document nor does it make expressed or implied warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Page 3 This manual gives a general description of various processes. A vast number of laminating products are available. All of them with their own applications and processing specifications. For more details on film choice and application solutions refer to the SEAL® films and adhesives product catalog. THIS MANUAL This manual is intended for the user of the 62/54 Base.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty and Safety instructions Warranty 1.1.1 Warranty period End of Life (EOL) Statement Safety 1.3.1 Safety features 1.3.2 Safety instructions Warnings 1.4.1 General ESD-warning 1.4.2 In this manual 1.4.3 On the machine Description General description Parts identification Process principle Specifications Identification...

  • Page 5: Warranty And Safety Instructions

    1 Warranty and Safety instructions 1.1 Warranty The warranty period and conditions stated in this chapter are merely a summary of the general SEAL® warranty conditions. For the exact details on the warranty period and conditions for your machine, please contact your dealer.

  • Page 6: Warranty Period

    This system has electrical components that must be removed from the machine and disposed of according to country, regional or local requirements. The SEAL® 62/54 Base is Industrial Equipment as stated in Category 6 of Annex 1A of the EU (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU. This Directive as of 2014 applies to this equipment type, and in the future this Directive should be reviewed for any changes that may now apply.

  • Page 7: Safety

    1.3 Safety This machine is provided with safety equipment to promote safe machine operation. The manufacturer has done everything possible to prevent any possible danger and to inform you as accurately and comprehensively as possible of any hazards relating to the operation of the machine. You should nevertheless proceed with caution when operating the machine.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    1.3.2 Safety instructions Work safely! The owner of the machine is responsible for safe operation of the machine. He therefore is obliged to familiarize operating personnel with the contents of this manual and make them aware of all possible hazards. WARNING: DO NOT CHANGE, REMOVE OR DISABLE THE SAFETY FACILITIES.

  • Page 9: On The Machine

    1.4.3 On the machine On the machine (See Figure 1) you will find the following warning symbols in black on a yellow background. ROTATING PARTS (3) DANGER OF GETTING INJURED BY ROTATING PARTS. MAKE SURE THAT THESE ROTATING PARTS DO NOT CATCH YOUR FINGERS, CLOTHING, HAIR, ETC.

  • Page 11: Description

    2 Description This chapter describes the machine and its operating basics. 2.1 General description The machine described in this manual is a mono-directional machine dedicated for processing pressure sensitive materials. While feeding through images and the coating films, the two silicone coated main rollers generate the pressure.

  • Page 12: Process Principle

    2.3 Process principle In all processes the materials are fed through the nip from the front side to be joined together by pressure. A process that makes maximum use of the machine is shown in Figure 3. Shown is a double sided laminating (decalling) process.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    3 Specifications 3.1 Identification The machine identification label (example in Figure 4) is located at the bottom of the right-hand cabinet, on the rear side of the machine. This label indicates the model (version) and the rated power of the machine. CAUTION: THE POWER SUPPLY MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THE RATED POWER ACCORDING TO THE ELECTRICAL CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AREA OF INSTALLATION.

  • Page 14: Material Specifications

    3.3 Material specifications Maximum width: Metric American Process up to 40°C (104 °F) – 62 Base 1600 - 54 Base 1400 55.1 Maximum roll diameter: (same both models) Material unwind (upper unwind) Material unwind (bottom unwind) Release liner wind-up Maximum panel thickness: Roll core inside diameter: 76.2 3.4 Machine specifications...

  • Page 15: Installation

    4 Installation WARNING: INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY SKILLED PERSONNEL. 4.1 Unpacking At delivery, the machine is packed in a plastic bag to avoid moisture penetration. It is transported in a carton box and is fastened onto a wooden pallet. Place the pallet in a space where there is enough room to roll the machine off from the pallet (approx.

  • Page 16: Installation

    4.2 Installation Note: Make sure that the machine, in its final location, has adequate space. You will need room to feed, receive and trim images. See Figure 6. L = Maximum board length, S = Minimum space 60 cm.(24”). Figure 6: Working space. Move the machine (and the accessories) to its final location.

  • Page 17: Transport

    CAUTION: Check the mains values before connecting. See section 3.4 for power supply details. Only if absolutely necessary, use an extension cable of ample capacity. Unroll the extension cable completely. Connect the machine to the mains using the power cable supplied with the machine. Minimum recommended service, standard 50Hz or 60Hz, single phase 230VAC 13A with breaker not exceeding 16A or single phase 115VAC 20A with a breaker not exceeding 20A.

  • Page 18: Operation

    5 Operation This chapter describes the function of the controls and indicators, the operating modes, how to set up and operate the machine and a number of applications. The sections in this chapter are placed in a sequence in which the information is needed for laminating processes. For the mounting process the sections 5.3 and 5.4 can be skipped with the exception of setting the pressure (see section 5.4.5).
  • Page 19 Pressure indication (2), 4 LED’s; The LED’s indicate the pressure setting of the main rollers. When 2 LED’s light at the same time, they indicate the tens in between. See specifications for actual pressure range. All four LED’s flashing indicates a pressure or nip setting error. The LED’s start flashing at 10% overload.

  • Page 20: Additional Controls

    5.1.2 Additional controls Figure 9: Additional controls Emergency stop buttons (1), push and hold button; When pressed the rotation of the rolls is stopped immediately and the button is locked into this stop position. The safety indicator LED will flash while the button is depressed. Turn the button to unlock it.

  • Page 21: Operating Modes

    5.2 Operating modes The machine is either in normal mode, or slow mode. 5.2.1 Normal mode When slow mode is not activated (normal mode), the rotation speed of the rollers is set via the speed control knob. Start rotation by pressing the forward button or the footswitch. Rotation stops when a stop button is pressed or the footswitch is released.

  • Page 22: Placing Film Rolls

    5.3 Placing film rolls This section describes the loading of the machine with laminating or mounting films. The films are loaded onto the shafts at the rear side of the machine. Note: Always work in the center of the machine. Select films that are slightly wider than the print width of the image.

  • Page 23: Loading Shaft With Film Rolls

    5.3.2 Loading shaft with film rolls The film roll is put on the shaft depending on the type of film and the use in the upper or lower section of the machine. In general pressure sensitive film with release liner (A) is rolled up with the liner (3) and adhesive (2) to the outside of the film (1), whereas film without release liner (C) has its adhesive layer to the inside of the roll.

  • Page 24: Webbing

    5.4 Webbing For laminating processes the machine must be webbed before images on thin film or on panels can be processed. The machine can be webbed for single sided or double sided processing. When mounting images the machine is not webbed. Note: In single sided processes adhesive residues will stay behind on the bottom roller where the film is wider than the images.

  • Page 25: Upper And Lower Section

    Pull the film forward until approximately 10 cm (4 in.) is on the in-feed table. If the film has a release liner:  Peel off the release liner.  Pull the release liner up and stick it to the tube on the wind-up position. Stick the leader panel to the film and feed the panel into the nip using slow mode.

  • Page 26: Presetting The Tension

    Push the films with a leader panel (C) into the nip using slow mode (B). Note: Use a leader panel of the same material, thickness and width as the panels to process. Use a release board when processing thin images. 5.4.4 Presetting the tension To enable the film to unwind without wrinkles tension (brake) can be set to the roll.

  • Page 27: Processes And Settings

    5.5 Processes and settings 5.5.1 Mounting images or decals In this process the machine is not webbed with film.  When mounting images onto a (pre-coated) board (B), the adhesive is on the mounting side of the board.  When mounting decals (A), the adhesive is on the back of the image.

  • Page 28: Pre-Coating Panels

    5.5.2 Pre-coating panels This process is used to coat boards (substrates) with a pressure sensitive mounting film onto which images can be mounted. This process can also be used to create a carrier board. In this case a film with a non-stick surface is used. Note: The mounting film is usually provided with one release liner.

  • Page 29: Decaling

    5.5.5 Decaling When decaling, a laminate is put over the image side and an adhesive backing is put on the backside of the image. Load and web laminating films in the upper and the lower section as described in section 5.4.3. When the leader panel is completely out of the nip, lower the upper roller onto the bottom roller (nip setting = 0) and set the pressure to approximately 80%.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    6 Maintenance 6.1 Cleaning The machine has to be cleaned regularly. Dirt and dust will have a negative influence on the result of the lamination processes. CAUTION: Do not use abrasive materials for cleaning the machine. This can damage the painted surfaces or the silicone covering of the rollers.

  • Page 31: Preventive Maintenance

    6.2 Preventive maintenance Our machines are designed in such way that they need little (preventive) maintenance in addition to the cleaning. The following checks have to be performed:  Auto-grip shafts with blocking cords. 6.2.1 Auto-grip shafts Check the auto-grip mechanism on each shaft. ...

  • Page 32: Technical Assistance

    Pressure too low. Figure 21: Wrinkles due to low pressure.  Increase the roller pressure a little (5-10%). Unwind tension too low. Figure 22: Wrinkles due to low unwind tension.  Increase the unwind tension until the wrinkles (6) in the film on the roller disappear. The lines (7) in the process result will disappear as well.

  • Page 33: Process Control Sheet

    7 Process Control Sheet Note: We recommend that you make a photocopy of this page. With each successfully run application, record the process and settings and a diagram of the webbing procedure. Keep the record so the application can be repeated at a later date. Hint: If a standard image is made available for each new process then sales materials and samples can be developed for reference.

  • Page 34: Glossary

    8 Glossary Carrier board or sled A board with a non-stick surface that is used to support the image when laminating one side of an image only. Decal An image with an adhesive backside (Am.: Sticker). Decaling Providing an image with laminate on the image side and adhesive on the backside. Encapsulating Sandwiching an image between two heat sensitive films.
  • Page 36 Contact Us: SEAL Brands Technical Service – US & Canada 1-800-486-6502 Fax: 1-800-966-4554 Email: tsorder@acco.com SEAL Brands Customer Service – US & Canada 1-800-257-7325 Fax: 1-800-966-4554 Email: csorder@acco.com www.sealgraphics.com...

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