Akiles ProLam Photo Pouch Laminator
Akiles ProLam Photo, a heavy-duty 13-inch six-roller pouch laminator (4 hot / 2 cold rollers, up to 59 in/min) for photo and thick-pouch work.
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Details & specifications
The Akiles ProLam Photo is a heavy-duty 13-inch pouch laminator built for photo and thick-pouch lamination, where a lighter office machine leaves bubbles or silvering. It runs six silicone rollers, four heated and two cold, so the cold rollers pull the pouch flat as it leaves the heat for a clear, crisp finish. Laminating speed reaches 59 inches per minute, it offers multiple speed settings to match pouch thickness, and a built-in sleep mode powers down between jobs. The 13-inch throat handles oversized photos, signage, and menus. Mid-State Litho is an authorized Akiles dealer and has sold and serviced finishing equipment from Grand Blanc, Michigan since 1984. This is not a drop-ship: we deliver, set it up, train your operators, and service it across Michigan and the Great Lakes. Made in South Korea. Laminating pouches and film ship from the same desk.
Specifications
| Type | Heavy-duty pouch laminator (photo / thick pouch) |
| Throat width | 13 inches |
| Rollers | 6 silicone (4 hot / 2 cold) |
| Max laminating speed | 59 inches per minute |
| Speed settings | Multiple |
| Power | Built-in sleep mode |
| Origin | Made in South Korea |
| Lead time | Ships in 1-2 weeks |
| MSL SKU | SUP-7 |
| Manufacturer SKU | APLPHOTO |
How to choose a pouch laminator
- Roller count and the hot/cold mix. The ProLam Photo's six rollers (4 hot / 2 cold) handle thick photo pouches; lighter 2- and 4-roller machines are fine for thin office pouches but can silver on thick stock.
- Throat width. 13 inches takes oversized photos and signage. Match the throat to your largest piece, not your average.
- Speed and pouch thickness. Up to 59 inches per minute with multiple speed settings; thicker pouches run slower, so adjustable speed matters.
- Pouch vs roll. Pouch laminators suit short, mixed runs. For long continuous laminating, step up to a roll laminator.
In the same Akiles line, the ProLam Ultra X10 and ProLam Ultra XL are the wider, general-production models. Choose the ProLam Photo for thick photo pouches and the Ultra models for width and general volume.
Frequently asked questions
How wide can the Akiles ProLam Photo laminate?
Up to a 13-inch throat, so it handles oversized photos and signage.
How many rollers does the ProLam Photo have?
Six silicone rollers, four heated and two cold. The cold rollers flatten the pouch for a clear finish.
How fast is the ProLam Photo?
Up to 59 inches per minute, with multiple speed settings to match pouch thickness.
Is the ProLam Photo meant for thick photo pouches?
Yes. It is the heavy-duty Photo model, built for photo and thicker pouches where office machines struggle.
Does Mid-State Litho sell the pouches and service the machine in Michigan?
Yes. We are an authorized Akiles dealer, stock laminating pouches and film, and provide factory-trained service across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
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This is not a drop-ship. Our factory-trained technicians install on site, train your operators, and back it with same-day and next-day service across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Install & train
On-site setup and operator training included.
Same / next-day service
Fast response across the Great Lakes.
Precision machining
Replacement parts fabricated in-house.
Financing
Lease and purchase options available.