It isn't easy to get smooth lamination with a dry mount press but it can 
be done. You can purchase sheet lamination film from art supply stores 
like Dick Blick or Charette. It helps to tack it first, just as one does 
for dry mounting, then press it, then trim it. Table top laminators aren't 
very expensive but only are practical for up to legal size. For larger 
pieces, you might look into purchasing a sheet laminator. I've had success 
laminating large maps and even pressed leaves this way. 

Regards,
Diane Gutenkauf
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On Thu, 24 Aug 2006 10:24:18 -0400, Laurel Weller 
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>Hello,
>
> 
>
>My museum owns a Seal dry mount press, which works very well for dry
>mounting.  We have had no success with lamination, however, and I think it
>may be because we are using the wrong type of film.  Is there specific
>lamination film to be used with press-type machines?  Does anyone have any
>suggestions on where to buy?  I tried calling Seal, but the number on the
>instruction manual doesn't work.
>
> 
>
>Thank you!
>
>Laurel
>
> 
>
>------------------------------
>Laurel K. Weller
>Museum Educator
>Mütter Museum
>The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
>Phone:  215-563-3737 x203
>E-Mail:  [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> 
>
>

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