Automatic Laminators
Feed, Laminate, Trim, and Deliver
Wide-Format Laminators
Laminate large posters, displays, banners or blueprints
Single-Sided Laminators
Laminate a single side for book covers, sleeking or foiling
Commercial & Industrial Laminating Machines
Mid-State Litho stocks 41 commercial and industrial laminating machines from four production-grade manufacturers - Foliant, DryLam, Graphic Whizard, and FuseFX - covering automatic production, wide-format display, single-sided book-cover, roll, and pouch workflows.
Laminating Equipment We Carry
Foliant supplies the heaviest-duty automated lines on this catalog (Mercury 760A NG, Mercury 530 NG, Vega 400A, Vega 400SF, Taurus 760, Castor 530 SF, Gemini 400 NG, Pollux, and 400T families). DryLam covers the desktop-to-mid-volume range (Fujipla LPE6510 25-inch heated roll laminator, Fujipla LPP6512, SL27 School-Lam, HLA-2301 automatic). Graphic Whizard contributes specialty UV and spot finishing equipment to the lineup; FuseFX rounds out the catalog for digital print-finishing specialty applications.
We help Michigan and Great Lakes printers, binderies, and in-plant operations pick the right laminator by sheet width, hot vs cold lamination, throughput, and integration with existing folder, cutter, and stitcher lines. Authorized dealer for Foliant and DryLam; factory-trained service; we replace blades, we do not sharpen them; on-site install and operator training in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and across the Great Lakes region.
Equipment financing is available through Mitsubishi HC Capital. Family-owned and operated since 1984.
Michigan Laminating Equipment Dealer for Production Environments
Based in Grand Blanc, Michigan, Mid-State Litho supports commercial printers, binderies, and in-plant operations across the Midwest with laminating equipment selection, installation, and long-term service. We help match your laminator to sheet size, stock type, coating requirements, and production volume.
Choose the Right Laminating Machine
Automatic Laminators
Automatic laminating machines feed, laminate, trim, and separate sheets with minimal operator input - the standard for daily production and digital print finishing volumes above 200 sheets per day. Mid-State Litho carries automatic laminators from Foliant (Mercury 760A NG, Vega 400A, Taurus, Castor) and DryLam (Fujipla LPE6510, HLA-2301) for heavy-duty and mid-volume operations. Automated film laminating production systems can be configured with auto-feed, auto-separation, and post-trim modules for inline integration with existing cutter and stitcher lines.
Wide-Format Laminators
Designed for posters, signage, graphics, and oversized prints, wide-format laminators support larger sheets and rolls for display and specialty applications.
Single-Sided Laminators
Single-sided systems are commonly used for book covers, digital prints, sleeking, and specialty finishing processes where only one surface requires lamination.
Roll vs. Pouch Laminators
Roll laminators provide flexibility and lower per-sheet cost for commercial workflows, while pouch laminators are better suited for lighter-duty office or occasional use.
Choose by Sheet Width and Production Volume
Match the right laminator to your operation along four axes: sheet width, hot vs cold lamination, production volume, and integration depth.
By sheet width: Up to 13" / desktop (DryLam SL27 School-Lam class). 24-27" / mid-volume (DryLam Fujipla LPE6510 25-inch is the volume sweet spot). 28-40" / production (Foliant Vega 400 series, Foliant Castor 530). 40"+ / wide-format display and signage (Foliant Mercury 760A NG, wide-format laminators).
By lamination process: hot lamination (heat-activated film, faster, more durable, lower per-sheet cost - the standard for production environments). Cold lamination (pressure-sensitive adhesive, used where heat-sensitive substrates rule out hot lamination).
By production volume: occasional / under 200 sheets per day (pouch or DryLam SL27 class). Daily production / 200-2,000 sheets (DryLam Fujipla / Foliant Vega class). Heavy production / 2,000+ sheets or continuous shifts (Foliant Mercury 760A NG, Foliant Taurus, Foliant automatic systems with auto-feed and auto-separation).
By integration: standalone laminator (manual feed). Inline integration with existing cutter / folder / stitcher / digital press lines (Foliant automatic systems with conveyor feed and post-trim modules).
Why Use a Production Laminator?
- Protect prints from moisture, abrasion, and UV exposure
- Enhance color depth and overall visual presentation
- Improve durability for frequently handled materials
- Support digital print finishing and specialty coating workflows
- Enable applications such as gloss, matte, soft-touch, and foil-ready finishing
Brands We Carry
Mid-State Litho offers laminating machines from leading manufacturers including Foliant, DryLam, Graphic Whizard, and FuseFX. This gives you access to equipment ranging from compact commercial laminators to automated production systems for demanding finishing environments.
Why Buy from Mid-State Litho
| Authorized Dealer Access | Foliant, DryLam, and other production laminator lines |
| Application Matching | Equipment selected for your workflow, coating needs, and volume |
| Installation & Training | On-site setup and operator onboarding |
| Service & Support | Ongoing technical support |
Helpful Resources
What is the difference between hot and cold lamination?
Hot lamination uses heat to bond film to the substrate, while cold lamination relies on pressure-sensitive adhesives. Hot lamination is more common in print finishing applications.
What laminator is best for a print shop?
Automatic or roll-fed laminators are typically best for print shops because they offer better throughput, consistency, and lower operating cost per sheet.
What is a production laminator?
A production laminator is designed for higher-volume workflows with automated feeding, consistent pressure, and precise temperature control for professional print finishing.
What is the difference between roll and pouch laminators?
Roll laminators use continuous film for flexible sizing and lower cost per job, while pouch laminators are simpler but more limited in size, speed, and throughput.
Can I laminate digital prints?
Yes, but the laminator and film must be compatible with toner-based or inkjet prints. Proper film selection and temperature settings are important for best results.