very permanent

In addition to their wonderful selection
of crafting tools (such as the Creatopia), lamination king Xyron
manufactures some first-rate professional-grade machines. One of these
is the Xyron 2500 Professional Laminator, a good choice for all kinds
of document-finishing jobs. Here are the strengths and weaknesses of
the 2500.

Strengths:

• The 2500 can handle large items without any problem.
  Its throat can accept documents that are up to 25 inches wide. You can
  also laminate objects that are up to 300 feet long, so long as your
  laminating cartridge has enough film in it for such a big project. This
  machine can work with materials such as foam board, provided the item
  you're working with isn't more than 3/16 inches thick.
• 
  Xyron laminators are unique because in addition to laminating, they
  provide several other functions, such as the ability to cover a side of
  your document with adhesive. The 2500 can do this, as well as apply
  laminate to one side of your item while making the other side sticky.
  So not only can the 2500 be used for document preservation and
  strengthening, you can use it for preparing presentations, storyboards,
  art projects, and so on.
• This device utilizes
  Xyron's patented line of laminate and adhesive rolls. These rolls are
  easy to install and remove so switching between functions isn't
  time-consuming or difficult.
• There are three
  different types of adhesive available: standard, high-tack (meaning:
  very permanent), and repositionable. All of these bonding agents are
  acid-free and they don't create a mess. Nor are they smelly.
• 
  This is a professional-grade machine that can be used even by beginners
  because it's easy to operate. No electricity is required to operate the
  2500 as it is a completely manual machine. As a bonus, you won't waste
  time waiting for the machine to warm up, as you would with a hot
  laminator.

Weaknesses:

• As mentioned above, this is a cold process laminator
  that doesn't need power. That means this machine cannot be used for hot
  lamination, unfortunately.
• You might feel
  somewhat limited in your roll options because you can only use Xyron
  cartridges with the 2500. Xyron's laminating films are high-quality to
  be sure, but the company doesn't manufacture specialty films. This is
  definitely something you will want to consider if you need to use those
  types of materials.
• This machine has a fairly
  big footprint. It's 18.5 inches deep and just over 28 inches wide, so
  be sure you have adequate room for it before making your purchase.
  Also, this device weighs about 105 pounds so moving it will be a
  challenge. (Keep this in mind when choosing a location for your 2500.)
• 
  The 2500 retails for a little over $1,500.00, which will be too
  expensive for some people. However it is comparable in price to other
  25 inch school laminators.

Overall, the Xyron 2500
Professional Laminator is a machine you should consider if your work
entails laminating and applying bonding agents to larger documents. As
long as you have the space, are fine with Xyron's cartridge selection,
and you don't need a hot laminator, this would be a great machine to
have in your workplace.



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