AquaSEAL. SEAL liquid lamination programme

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1 AquaSEAL SEAL liquid lamination programme

2 Contents What is liquid lamination? What is AquaSEAL? Coating basics Why liquid lamination? Target market Why SEAL? Product range

3 ?What is Liquid Lamination? Liquid lamination is in essence liquid plastics formed from resin compounds and consist of 3 basic types: Water-based Acrylic Urethane (Dispersion) Solvent-based Poly Urethanes UV-based Oil/solvent Urethanes (Solids)

4 ?What is AquaSEAL? SEAL s image enhancement & protection system for indoor & outdoor display graphic applications Consisting of 6 machines: AquaSEAL 1600 AquaSEAL SW3300 AquaSEAL 60UV/72UV/80UV AquaSEAL Sign Coater

5 ?General features liquid lamination Image enhancement Extends the life of the application Hardwearing, abrasion-resistant For outdoor & indoor applications Cost effective 3 different finishes Machine or manual application Access to warranty applications

6 Coating Basics Application Methods Manual coating > Mop, brush, roller - Water- or Solvent based > Spray-gun - Solvent based Automated coating > Flood & Transfer Coaters - Water-based > Roll/transfer Coaters - Water/Solvent & UV NB. Solvent-based solutions require expensive ventilation & extraction systems

7 Coating Basics Application Methods Automated Systems Flood Coaters (AS1600/ SW3300) > Water-based coating only > Roll-to-roll application > Offers smoothest finish Roll Coaters (AS 60UV72UV/80UV) > Water/Solvent & UV > Coat to < 12 microns

8 Coating Basics Application Methods Automated Systems Transfer Coaters (Sign Coater) > 45 microns wet (fixed) > No texture Spray Applicators > Water-based coating only > Roll-to-roll application > Offers smoothest finish

9 Coating Basics Application Methods Manual application systems: Hard to control coating thickness Very wasteful Huge drying area required No investment in machinery Hazardous to use Inconsistent quality (dust, etc.) Automated systems: More economical Superior results More productive Consistent quality More efficient Higher initial investment, balanced by quick returns

10 Coating Basics How are they cured (converted from liquid to film)? Water-based Acrylics/Urethanes > Air Cured (up to 60 hours) > IR Enhanced Cure (instant to 80%). Balance takes up to 24 add l hours to cure Solvent-based Poly Urethanes > Air Cured (up to 24 hours) UV oil/solvent-based Urethanes > Requires UV light source to cure > Specific wave length (instant)

11 Coating Basics Physical properties Sensitivity issues (1) Solvent-based Poly Urethanes Most reactive to environment One of most reactive to human element Requires special handling/ shipping/ storage/ emergency evacuation procedures Flammable UV-based Oil/solvent Urethanes Must be disposed of in special containers Must have containment programme

12 Coating Basics Physical properties Sensitivity issues (2) Water-based Acrylic Urethanes Low environmental impact Non hazardous Easy to ship/ handle/ store

13 Coating Basics Physical properties Application issues (1) Solvent-based Poly Urethanes Works well with highly plastisized materials Extremely durable Very resistant to abrasion UV-based Oil/solvent Urethanes Harder outer shell Faster to apply (cures instantly/ UV light source) Most economical of all three types due to application coverage rates

14 Coating Basics Physical properties Application issues (2) Water-based Acrylic Urethanes Durability (flexibility/ elasticity/ non yellowing) Retains surface texture Low toxicity Less odour

15 Why Liquid Lamination? (1) Digital printing is moving to XL and XXL format Solvent and Eco-solvent install base growing UV flatbed solutions gaining popularity Outdoor market growing at approx. 25% per annum Customer demand for warranties is increasing Market seeking more economical solutions End users looking for reliable, easy to use machinery

16 Why Liquid Lamination? (2) Currently only a small percentage of all images are finished. Huge potential for growth Diverse range of applications demand protection and longevity Need for application matched solutions Cost effective production Flexibility and ease of use Innovation

17 Applications Digital Image Finishing Billboards & Banners Truck-side Curtains Vehicle Graphics Backlit Displays Short term/ long term signage POP Materials

18 Advantages over Film Lamination Less costly Between 3 & 8 times less per m2 than film Speed Faster/more efficient (UV coating up to 20 metres per min) Ease of operation No magic, less skill required More profitable Higher margins due to lower cost/waste & labor factors overall Inventory control (3 basic consumables: gloss, matt, lustre) More suitable for the majority of outdoor applications > Self-adhesive Fleet/ Flex. Truck Curtains & Stretch Frames > Durability warranty applications to 5 years Only choice for some applications > Canvas, Fine Art (Giclee) & Textiles > Any application over 72 in width

19 Disadvantages vs. Film Lamination True encapsulation not possible can t seal edges Does not add rigidity to graphic Film offers a variety of surface textures (embossed texture, etc.) Will not apply adhesive Cannot fully replace filmic lamination. Provides additional flexibility for the finishing process.

20 Target Market Solvent and Eco-solvent printers up to 1524 mm XL and XXL solvent printers up to 3.3 m wide UV flatbed printers Digital providers printing for outdoor solutions

21 Why SEAL? Market leaders & originators Existing satisfied install base Knowledge base Strong, loyal distribution network Quality after sales support Dedicated knowledgeable people Dedicated demo facility SEAL Academy

22 IGPS Warranty System Benefits Peace of mind Increase value - warranted graphics justify a premium Required as standard for some applications AquaSEAL IGPS vs other warranties Flexible for end users Multiple choice of brands/products Longer warranty period Backed by extensive independent testing

23 IGPS Warranty System Avery I.C.S. 1 to 5 years - Fleet Vehicle/Bus - Promotional Solution Components Various printers with printer inks Avery substrates AquaSEAL Clear Coat (110 & 550) AquaSEAL Equipment 3M Scotchprint M.C.S. 6 months to 2 years Vehicle/Bus - Transit/Backlit Promotional Solution Components VUTEK & GRETAG 3M inks, substrates, #8530 Clear AquaSEAL Equipment

24 IGPS Warranty System Overview Material replacement warranty Longest warranty in the business for single component liquid system Unique collaboration with key manufacturers 2 applications - truck-sided curtains & fleet graphics Available on AS1600 and SW3300 Warrants application for up to 5 years (3 years in selected countries) AS510 Gloss liquid with 32 meyer bar only Graphic is covered immediately Simple certification process with no contract to sign for service providers

25 Product Portfolio Machine Sign Coater AS 1600 SW UV/72 UV80UV Liquid 1 component water-based Heavy duty & economy versions available Heavy duty & economy versions available UV-curable Coating technology Transfer Meyerbar Meyerbar Gravure Operation sheet fed manual Roll-to-roll Roll-to-roll sheet fed / roll fed

26 AS 1600 (1) Class leading 1.6 m liquid laminator Typical end user profile sign and screen businesses having solvent printing up to 1600 mm wide

27 AS 1600 (2) Up to 1524 mm wide roll-to-roll operation Maximum speed 1.5m/min (Meyer bar and substrate dependent) Meyer bar application for superior coating control Infrared curing system Gravity fed liquid supply Auto-grip material shafts Coated non-stick parts for easy cleaning Optional Meyer bar windings available (32mic bar as standard) Improved dam stops for liquid control

28 SW 3300 (1) Class leading 3.3 m liquid laminator Typical end user profile super wide solvent inkjet users

29 SW 3300 (2) Up to 3.3 m wide roll-to-roll operation Maximum speed 3m/min (Meyer bar and substrate dependent) Meyer bar application for superior coating control (7mic bar std) Automated infrared curing system Segmented heaters to conserve energy Sensors provide true temperature and speed Coated non-stick parts for easy cleaning Optional dual tank system and Meyer bar windings available Multi roll capable

30 Sign Coater (1) Class leading 1.38 m liquid laminating system Typical end user profile small to medium sign and display houses using full solvent printers up to 1524 mm wide requiring basic protection for their images

31 Sign Coater (2) Up to 1.38 m sheet-fed operation Maximum speed 1.5m/min (substrate dependent) Meyer bar application for superior coating Semi-automatic operation Air drying minimises power consumption and requirements Designed to process uncoated media up to 500gsm Semi-automated cleaning process Compact portable design Complementary SEAL Sign Coat liquid for ongoing business

32 AS 72UV (1) Class leading 1.80 m UV Liquid Coater Typical end user profile high production sign and display houses using inkjet & flatbed printers up to 1.80 m wide

33 AS 72UV (2) Automated sheet-fed operation up to 1.80 m wide Coats prints & substrates up to 1.80 m wide & 13 mm thick Variable speed to 28m per minute Instant UV curing system User-friendly & easy to maintain Cleans up easily (automated cleaning cycle) Daily cleaning not required 7.6 litre tank capacity Optional roll-to-roll processing available CE certified

34 Demo facility 400 m2 showroom featuring full range of SEAL machines, consumables and applications Purpose built training centre SEAL Academy

35 Premium brand Market leading High reliability Excellent quality Broad range of innovative products Suitable for a wide range of applications