Vaughan, ON-based display and packaging materials manufacturer Plastic+Paper (P+P) has confirmed the installation of a new fully-automatic 1626 BL 800/500 ‘Blackline’ from Lamina System AB, the largest and fastest of its kind in North America.
The new laminator is capable of handling sheets up to 63″ x 102″ at speeds reaching 5,000 sheets per hr, marking a significant investment in P+P’s production infrastructure.
Left to right: Dennis Ingvarsson (Lamina) and Frank Catalfo (P+P).
“This is a transformational step forward for our company,” said Frank Catalfo, Vice-President, Plastic+Paper. “The Lamina laminator will dramatically increase our capacity and precision, allowing us to better meet our customers’ evolving needs.”
Initially, the machine will be used to laminate P+P’s standard 40pt and 50pt Alwhite C2S display boards, with plans underway to offer custom-sized lamination services. These customized options are designed to help customers reduce material waste, lower production costs, and improve supply chain efficiency.
“This isn’t just about speed and size — it’s about providing smarter solutions,” Catalfo added. “Custom lamination is a game changer, and this investment positions us to deliver greater value across the board.”
Plastic+Paper is also developing new product lines to leverage the laminator’s full capabilities, with additional launches scheduled throughout 2025.
